Hi Steve,
We have electric bikes.
One still must work to go, but when confronted with a steep hill, it is as if a gorilla jumps out of the bush and pushes on your kidneys to get you up the incline! 
It is not a motorbike. You can set it to ensure you do the work if you are a masochist! 
Highly recommended, but get a mid-drive rather than a wheel drive.  Also an EMTB is more versatile. 
You'll extend your pleasure over a greater distance.

InSx