This article will tell you how to recognize truly high-quality lighting, what technical differences are crucial, and why it's worth taking a look at MYVELO's lighting selection.

Why e-bikes have special requirements for bicycle lights

E-bikes are faster, heavier, and more frequently used for everyday journeys than traditional bicycles. This means:

• Higher speeds → greater illumination required

• Increased vibration and load → more stable housings and mounts are needed.

• Longer driving times → reliable light output even during extended use

• More road traffic → better visibility day and night

An average city bike light, sufficient for a regular bicycle, can quickly reach its limits on an e-bike. Therefore, it's worth taking a closer look. Good vs. very good lighting – the 7 crucial differences:

1. Luminous intensity: Lumens vs. Lux – and why Lux is more important

Good bicycle lights usually offer 30–50 lux.
Very good e-bike lights start at 70 lux and range up to 120 lux or more.

Lumens indicate how much light a lamp emits.
Lux measures how well the road ahead is actually illuminated.

👉 For higher e-bike speeds, a high lux value is crucial because the road surface must be visible earlier and more clearly.

2. Illumination image: Brightness isn't everything.

Good lights usually have a relatively narrow beam.
Very good lights are offered:

• Wide illumination extending to the edges

• uniform light field without dark zones

• clearly defined light-dark boundary (compliant with German road traffic regulations)

This ensures that you can see not only far, but also wide – extremely important in road traffic, on forest paths or fast descents.

3. Daytime running lights: The big difference in visibility

Many e-bike lights are now equipped with daytime running lights . Good lights have this as an option , very good models have it automatically .

Daytime running lights make you much more visible in the middle of the day – one of the most important safety features of all.

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4. Material & workmanship: Aluminum beats plastic

Good bicycle lights are usually made of hard plastic.
Very good lighting systems rely on:

• Aluminum housing

• good heat dissipation

• Vibration-resistant construction

• high-quality metal brackets

Especially with fast e-bikes (25 km/h +), robust material pays off in the long run.

5. Power supply: Battery vs. e-bike system

Good lights:

• Battery solutions with limited runtime

• USB charging required

• Advantage: flexible use

Excellent e-bike lighting:

• Part of the e-bike system

• Powered by Bosch, Shimano, Brose & Co.

• No reloading required

• Always available as soon as the bike is switched on.

Tip: Many e-bikes can easily be retrofitted – ask the manufacturer or dealer about compatible models.

6. Additional functions: Sensors, high beam & brake light

This is where the wheat is separated from the chaff:

Good lights:

• classic front and rear lights

• mostly without additional functions

Very good lights:

• Brightness sensor (automatic adjustment)

• High beam mode

• Brake light signal

• Indirect side lighting

• Protection class IPX4 or higher

Brake lights, in particular, offer a real safety benefit in city traffic.

7. Road Traffic Licensing (StVZO) certification – mandatory, but with quality differences

All lights approved in Germany must comply with the German Road Traffic Regulations (StVZO).
However: Not all StVZO-compliant lights are equally good.

Very good e-bike lights not only meet the standard – they usually significantly exceed it in:

• Illumination

• Glare-free

• Light distribution

• brightness

You notice it immediately while driving.

Which lighting is suitable for which driving style?

Here's a quick overview:

commuters in city traffic

• 50–80 lux

• Daytime running lights

• Brake light on the taillight

• Wide illumination

Touring cyclists & e-bike adventurers

• At least 80–100 lux

• Robust aluminum housing

• Automatic sensor system

Fast trekking and fitness e-bikes

• 100+ Lux

• High beam

• Maximum illumination at high speeds

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Why high-quality e-bike lighting pays off

Upgrading to very good lighting brings real advantages:

• Increased safety through better visibility

• Greater comfort thanks to increased range and a more uniform light pattern

• Less stress in poor light or weather conditions

• More driving pleasure on longer tours

• Longer lifespan due to high-quality material selection

Many riders report that a powerful light is one of the best upgrades to an e-bike – often even more important than a better saddle or new tires.

Conclusion: Good lighting is sufficient – ​​very good lighting makes the difference.

Anyone who uses their e-bike regularly benefits enormously from high-quality lighting technology. It makes rides safer, more comfortable, and more relaxed. Especially at higher speeds, excellent illumination is essential.

If you're looking for modern, durable and really bright lighting, it's worth taking a look at the MYVELO selection:

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