E-bikes work just like a push bike and move as you pedal. An e-bike takes less effort and uses an electric motor. This is activated by a sensor when you start pedalling. E-bikes are also known as pedal assist bikes, Electrically-assisted pedal cycles (EAPCs), or ‘Pedelecs’ (pedal electric cycles). E-bikes run on a battery you need to charge to keep the e-bike going.