Ebike Centres

Ebike Centres, electric bike specialist in Leicester

Ebike Centres is a shop and service centre specialising in electric bikes (ebikes) based in Leicester city centre, in Great Britain. Its East Midlands showroom and workshop is located about 100 metres from Leicester train station, making it easy to reach from Nottingham, Derby, Northampton, Birmingham and London. The company presents itself as a leading centre for electric bikes in Leicester and operates with recognised brands in the sector.

Sale of new and second-hand electric bikes

The shop's catalogue includes new electric bikes organised by brand and by style. Among the brands available are Ridgeback, Ampere, Hygge, Gepida, Ezego, Gazelle, Ebco, Emu, Lectro, Ecosmo, Cyclotricity, Wisper, Jorvik and Mission. By style, the range covers step-through models, crossbar, sport, fat tyre, folding and electric tricycles.

In addition to new units, the shop sells ex-demo electric bikes and used bikes, both electric and non-electric. It also offers front and rear wheel electric conversion kits, and an electric bike rental service.

Technical service and repairs

Ebike Centres carries out repairs and servicing on all types of bicycles, electric and conventional, and includes ebike battery repairs. The company states it has trained and qualified technical staff in electric bikes. Among the advantages it advertises for in-store purchases are a two-year parts and labour warranty on batteries and electric components of its main brands, as well as a free six-week service and subsequent discounted servicing.

Free test rides and finance

All electric bikes in the showroom are available for a free test ride before purchase. The shop offers 0% finance on electric bikes and V12 finance from £35 per month plus deposit. It also provides free delivery, free ebike assembly, insurance for electric bikes and free tyre pressure checks. The Click & Collect option allows you to buy online and collect from the showroom, where staff adjust the bike to the customer.

Cycle to Work scheme and professional use

The company participates in the Cycle to Work scheme, with information on benefits for employees and employers, and carries out workplace demonstrations. It also promotes the electric bike as a means of transport for commuting, with reduced costs and without the need for a driving licence, road tax or MOT. According to the shop's information, ebikes comply with EU regulations, with a motor of up to 250 W and speed limited to 15 mph, so they are classified as bicycles and can be ridden by people aged 14 or over.

Featured models and promotions

The catalogue showed models such as the Ridgeback Arcus 3, with SportDrive technology, and the Ridgeback Advance 1W, as well as the Emu Roam in crossbar and stepthrough versions. The Cyclotricity 250 W conversion kit with 36 V and 21 Ah battery also appeared. The shop indicated an end-of-season promotion with discounts of up to £340 on selected electric bikes, including 20% off the Raleigh Strada TS, and prices for Cyclotricity bikes from £649.

Location and access

The showroom and service centre is located in Leicester city centre, at 102 Granby Street, Leicester LE1 1DL, next to the train station. The shop has nearby parking and is surrounded by quiet streets and hills, with a cycle lane outside the front door, making it easy to test the models.

102 Granby Street, Leicester LE1 1DL · Phone: 0116 254 0888 · Email: info@ebike-centres.co.uk · Opening hours: Monday to Friday: 09:00 – 17:00. Saturday: 09:30 – 17:00. Sunday: closed.