E-Bikes

[olbriar]

I think for the money it is quite a bit of bike. I would long for more battery but I ride and ride and most people don't demand that out of their power source. I like the hub motor and disc brakes. At a quick look at your link I didn't see the weight of the bike. It lacks a torque sensor assist which helps you get started from a stop. It has a throttle assist which sounds like it is designed within the controller vs having a throttle. If the bike weighs a ton it will be a bit hard to get it going from a stop. That's what the lower gears are for that I never use The fold ability would be nice. It looks like a lot of bike for the bucks. See if you can find some videos of the bike in use. It will tell a lot.

 

[olbriar]

I should elaborate a bit about an e-bike purchase. It doesn't really matter what bike you buy or the features it has. If it fits into your budget and you are comfortable on it, you will enjoy your bike. There is something special about riding like you have 12 year old legs and energy. The wind in your face and the slower mode of transportation is relaxing and entertaining. Everyone is in such a hurry... they miss the beauty of life. And to share that with your wife has to be priceless.

I got in a little ride this afternoon. It is cloudy with rain in the forecast but at a slight chance. Sure enough it rained on me for just a minute when I was in the town South on my first loop. I went around again and kept feeling the hot and then cold air blowing and dark sky decided I'd ride a while in town just in case it rained some more, and it did. I was within a couple of blocks when the mist turned into a downpour. I rode home and put the bike up. I only logged 29 miles but... I might get to ride some more after dinner.

I did work in another ride after dinner. I rode another 25 miles and would have rode more but I was getting low on battery. I tried riding in town but kids were in the streets setting off firecrackers and smoke bombs. I didn't want to disrupt their fun.

 

[DonB]

I think for the money it is quite a bit of bike. I would long for more battery but I ride and ride and most people don't demand that out of their power source. I like the hub motor and disc brakes. At a quick look at your link I didn't see the weight of the bike. It lacks a torque sensor assist which helps you get started from a stop. It has a throttle assist which sounds like it is designed within the controller vs having a throttle. If the bike weighs a ton it will be a bit hard to get it going from a stop. That's what the lower gears are for that I never use The fold ability would be nice. It looks like a lot of bike for the bucks. See if you can find some videos of the bike in use. It will tell a lot.

If you check the link, it should take you to the Amazon page, ans scroll down and there are tons of video done by past buyers, that will show you a lot, many show the unpacking and setup, and other show the use and info and reviews on the bike, once you watch one video, once done the next one in line starts playing.

 

[DonB]

I should elaborate a bit about an e-bike purchase. It doesn't really matter what bike you buy or the features it has. If it fits into your budget and you are comfortable on it, you will enjoy your bike. There is something special about riding like you have 12 year old legs and energy. The wind in your face and the slower mode of transportation is relaxing and entertaining. Everyone is in such a hurry... they miss the beauty of life. And to share that with your wife has to be priceless.

Yes agreed, my only concern is the wife has never been great on a bike and her reflexes are not good. So convincing her will be the challenge. In the past when we travel and rented bikes, shes had a few falls and is a nervous Nelly, LOL

 

[olbriar]

I watched the videos and went to youtube and watched some more videos. It's difficult for me to evaluate the bike. I have not shopped that sort of bike and that price range. I think the bike is legit and would quite likely be a winner at it's price. I don't think you and your wife will be tearing up the bike paths at high speeds or traveling 50 miles between charges. If that were the case, I think you would be disappointed. The suspension is not stellar and the battery and motor specs are not designed for that. For the majority of cyclists I see while riding, the bike would be perfect.
Things you might want to consider: Even though the bike folds up into a small footprint, it still weighs over 70 pounds. The bike is not a step through but a step over. Make certain that you and your wife can mount the bike and comfortably stop at an intersection as well as dismount. The seat and the handlebars are height adjustable but the distance between them needs to be in your comfort zone.
I'm certain you have considered the above but I thought it worth mentioning. I suspect that the bike was designed to be comfortable and safe for the average size person. Watching the videos it is impossible to know how the bikes might fit you and your wife.
My bottom line after watching the videos it's a lot of bike for the money. I'm not schooled to know how it stacks up against it's competitors as for features/value. If I knew I would be a casual rider and not demand long fast outings, I would seriously consider being a consumer.

 

[olbriar]

It was nice this morning and slow to get hot today. It was super nice riding this morning. I was surprised that I saw only one person riding this morning. I met my buddy Tim that rides the e-trike twice as he rides my loop but in reverse. I saw a couple of dog walkers and some joggers. I saw one young lady running like crazy pushing a stroller with a fair size kid, maybe two, enjoying the ride. My wife didn't have that sort of energy when I met her. I rode again this afternoon and as I rode the temperature increased. What was a mid to upper seventies day turned into an upper eighties with a 60% humidity sort of day. Surprisingly, I saw a number of cyclists this afternoon. I didn't see any other e-bikers but did see a two different couples out enjoying the day as well as a few other riders. I logged 85 miles today. I hope to have as good of a ride tomorrow.

 

[olbriar]

I went riding mid morning. It was extremely humid but the temperature was in the upper seventies and it seemed pretty nice. There was very little or no wind which is always a plus for bike riders. The bike sidewalk was pretty busy this morning. besides the joggers and dog walkers and baby strollers, I saw quite a few cyclists. I met a group of riders heading North that were an organized group of riders. This was the first time I've seen them this year but saw a similar group, perhaps them, a couple of times last year. I've never rode as a group but I can appreciate the camaraderie a riding group would produce. I visited a friend at my last class reunion that is part of a group that rebuilds and rides vintage bikes. There are many different ways to enjoy bike riding. I also met a woman on a trike and likely her husband following her on a bike. I've seen them a time or two and they waved in mutual recognition. It's fun to share the path.
I tried riding again this afternoon. It was in the low 90s and the humidity was in the low 60s. Between the two, it was pretty miserable riding conditions. I was the only fool out trying to get a few more miles in. I called it after a couple times around the horn with hopes I would ride some more tonight. We just had a weather front move across my area that dropped the temp over 20° and dropped .16" of rain. I may not get to ride again tonight. So far I've logged 64 miles and hope to add to that but not holding my breath.
No more riding tonight. No wind and low 70s would make for a great ride if it wasn't a constant light rain falling. I just got in from locking up the shed.