City E-Bikes

Electric city bike: the best of clearance, top brands at the best price

The electric city bike has become the smartest way to get around town: you arrive at work fresh, you bypass traffic jams, you can park anywhere, and you forget about fuel. At Léon & Gaston, Gaston unearths the best electric city bikes from top brands on clearance and end-of-line sales across Europe, and Léon checks them one by one in the workshop. The result: a new, guaranteed electric city bike at a price you won't find anywhere else.

What is an electric city bike?

An electric city bike (or urban e-bike, electric assist urban bike) is a bike designed for daily urban life: an upright and comfortable riding position, often an open frame for easy mounting, mudguards, integrated lighting, luggage rack, and kickstand. The electric motor assists you up to 25 km/h, in accordance with the law, and gives you the perfect boost when starting, at traffic lights, and on hills.

It's the ideal companion for commuting, errands, and weekend rides. With an electric city bike, you transform a home-to-work journey into an enjoyable experience, you access cycle paths and low emission zones (LEZ) without constraints, and you replace a good part of your car or public transport trips.

How to choose your electric city bike?

A few criteria make all the difference between a good and a bad electric city bike.

The motor: hub or crank

Two families of motors coexist. The hub motor (often in the rear) is quiet, reliable, and economical, perfect for flat cities and regular journeys. The central motor, at the crank level, offers better weight distribution and more natural pedalling, ideal if your city has varied terrain. The Bosch motors (Active Line, Performance Line) remain a benchmark for reliability on an electric city bike. For classic urban use, a torque of 40 to 65 Nm is more than sufficient.

Range and battery

The range of an electric city bike depends on the battery capacity, your weight, the assistance level, and the terrain. A 400 Wh battery generally covers 40 to 80 km, enough to last several days of commuting without recharging. Léon tests each battery before shipping to guarantee its reliability and longevity.

The frame and comfort

Open or low frame for getting on and off without lifting your leg, high frame for more rigidity and a sportier look: choose according to your comfort. Also think about the bike size, the saddle, ergonomic grips, and wide tyres that filter out cobblestones and potholes. A good electric city bike can be ridden without fatigue, even over long distances.

Brakes and urban equipment

Opt for disc brakes, which are much more effective in the rain than rim brakes. For riding in the city with complete peace of mind, a well-equipped bike makes a difference: integrated lighting, mudguards, luggage rack, kickstand, and a robust anti-theft device. Most of our models come already equipped for daily use.

The transmission

Classic derailleur for lightness and price, internal gear hub for zero maintenance and robustness in the city, belt drive rather than chain to never have dirty hands again. On an electric city bike used every day, an integrated hub or a belt drive simplifies your life.

The format: classic, compact or folding

Do you lack space or combine cycling with public transport? A compact or folding electric city bike can be stored under a desk, in a hallway, or in the boot. Brands like Tern specialise in these clever formats, which are both urban and incredibly durable.

Why buy a clearance electric city bike from Léon & Gaston?

Clearance, the smart choice in an overstocked market

The new bike market is currently experiencing overproduction. The result: excellent models from top brands are sitting in stock or as end-of-series. Gaston finds them all over Europe, Léon checks them, and you go home with a new electric city bike from a renowned brand, at a knockdown price. Clearance is not a cheap bike; it's simply the best deal of the moment, made possible by the market context.

New, checked, guaranteed

No unpleasant surprises: our city bikes are new, serviced in the workshop, and guaranteed. You benefit from 14 days to change your mind, with free returns and no hidden fees.

Payment in instalments and delivery across Europe

You can pay for your electric city bike in 2, 3 or 4 interest-free instalments with Alma. We deliver throughout Europe, and collection is possible by appointment in Clichy (92).

What is the price of an electric city bike?

A electric city bike new at a standard price is most often between 1 500 € and 3 500 € depending on the brand, equipment, and motorisation. In clearance at Léon & Gaston, you get access to the same top brands for much less, while still getting a new, guaranteed product.

What grants are available for buying an electric city bike in 2026?

Please note, the information has changed: the national bike bonus and the state's conversion premium were removed on February 14, 2025. In 2026, aid comes solely from local authorities. In Île-de-France, for example, aid can reach 400 € for an electric assist city bike, which can be combined with aid from the City of Paris and your employer's sustainable mobility package. Amounts and conditions vary depending on your municipality and income. To find out your exact entitlements, test the official simulator Mes Aides Vélo.

Maintenance of an electric city bike

An electric city bike stays in shape with a few simple steps: check the brakes, tyre pressure, and transmission every month, recharge the battery before it's completely empty, and protect the bike from bad weather when stored. Every bike delivered by Léon & Gaston is serviced in the workshop, so you can ride with peace of mind from day one.

Electric city bike FAQ

What is the range of an electric city bike?

Generally 40 to 80 km depending on the battery, your weight, the terrain, and the assistance level. For short commutes, you'll only need to recharge once or twice a week.

Open frame or high frame, which to choose?

The open (or low) frame allows you to mount without lifting your leg, practical for daily use and when wearing a skirt. The high frame is more rigid and sporty. It's a matter of comfort and style.

Central motor or hub motor for a city bike?

The hub motor is quiet, reliable, and economical, perfect for flat cities. The central motor offers more natural pedalling and climbs better, ideal if your city has varied terrain.

Is a clearance electric city bike really new?

Yes. These are new city bikes from top brands, from end-of-series or overstock, checked in the workshop by Léon and guaranteed.