MANCHESTER, N.H. —

Electric bikes are becoming more popular, and if you're considering one, there are certain things to look for to make sure you get a bike worth the high price tag.

From horns and whistles to turn signals and extra cargo space, e-bikes offer plenty of features.

"There's generally two reasons people buy an e-bike," said Rich Handel of Consumer Reports. "Either they're getting back into biking and it's helpful getting over those hills or flattening the hills, or they're using it to commute and it's replacing a vehicle."

There are two primary types of e-bikes available. Pedal-assist bikes feature an electric motor that activates when you pedal, while others use an electric motor with a throttle that propels the bike without pedaling.

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