Recommend - Electric Fat Tire Bike

[LakeCleElum]

I wanna ride something like this:



Many choices from $900 to $2,000. I want to include quality shifters, brakes and suspension.

When I first retired, I would ride my Mountain bikes 1,200 miles/year. Now I live elsewhere, not so much. Locally, our trails are dirt or gravel. We have to contend with head winds, hills and snow.

With an E bike, I'd pedal the 7 miles into town and have the E assist to help on the hills for the return. A lot of our old motorcycle trails have been closed by the urban tree huggers that like to tell us country folk how to recreate. An E-bike could sneak in.

I've ridden a pedal Fat Tire bike in the snow and was amazed how well it did.

Any one brand to research??

[ckelly78z]

I will try to post pictures of my "Ebike build" that I did earlier this year. I started with a 29er MTB (not fat tire though), and rode it for a few hundred miles. https://www.amazon.ca/IRON-HORSE-Mens-Warrior-Mountain/dp/B00WSUVDTM

With a recent new pace maker, and other health issues, I needed a bit more oomph, so I ordered this 36V, 500W kit in the 700C variation, and installed it.https://www.ebay.com/itm/ebikeling-Waterproof-36V-500W-26-Geared-Front-Rear-e-Bike-Conversion-Kit/143099420509?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&var=442057554146&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649

This bike will run 28 mph flat out on throttle, and about 35 while pedaling, the 36 volt bottle battery I bought is only 7.3AH, but still propels the bike at reasonable speeds about 25 miles.https://www.ebay.com/itm/Ebike-Battery-36V-7-5AH-Li-Ion-battery-USB-Port-for-500W-Electric-Bike-Motor-KJ/132967340615?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649.

[LWJ]

^^^ckelly78z. What a cool project.

I need to know more. Front or rear mount? Does the kit sense your pedal input? Any pictures? Battery is plug and play or is there more to it?

What would you change if doing a second go-round?

Thanks!

[island911]

Originally Posted by LakeCleElum

I wanna ride something like this:
..

I don't see a ring.

Looks like she's single.

[Bill Douglas]

I did once. Prefer skinny.

[JackDidley]

Originally Posted by island911

I don't see a ring.

Looks like she's single.

Nice looking ride for sure.

[LakeCleElum]

[QUOTE=ckelly78z;10565805]I will try to post pictures of my "Ebike build" that I did earlier this year. I started with a 29er MTB (not fat tire though), and rode it for a few hundred miles. https://www.amazon.ca/IRON-HORSE-Mens-Warrior-Mountain/dp/B00WSUVDTM

Thanks for this Kelly - Wasn't aware of kits to convert one of my current Mountain bikes......Will look into it.....

[billybek]

My Farley says fatter is funner.
No idea on the E side of the bikes but tons of them appearing on the market.
Go to your flbs and test ride.
Never been on an ebike but I guess there are circumstances that make them attractive to certain users.

[ckelly78z]

Originally Posted by LWJ

^^^ckelly78z. What a cool project.

I need to know more. Front or rear mount? Does the kit sense your pedal input? Any pictures? Battery is plug and play or is there more to it?

What would you change if doing a second go-round?

Thanks!

It is a front mount kit, that has an 5 level PAS, with an 8 magnet pickup so it ensues the slightest pedal movement, or you can run it strictly on pedal power, or use the throttle for strictly electric.

The front mount keeps all 24 rear speeds in place, and basically makes it 2 wheel drive.

The battery is plug/play, and good for about 800 charges, but I've only charged it 5 times this Summer (I've been busy). If you want more distance, get a 15-20 AH battery, and more power needs higher wattage, or 48V.

[ckelly78z]

I added a more comfortable spring seat, and handlebar risers to not lean over as far. I liked this bike beacause it had dual disc brakes, and full suspension on tall 29" tires.

With buying the bike, the kit, and the battery new, I still only have about $700 into all of it, and can be converted back easily, or upgraded.

[sammyg2]

Originally Posted by Bill Douglas

I did once. Prefer skinny.

But not too skinny, or it will feel like you're riding a bicycle.

[group911@aol.co]

You know the world is coming to an end when;
https://electrek.co/2019/08/21/harley-davidson-shows-off-new-electric-bike-design-as-in-electric-bicycle/

[look 171]

Hai Bike. They are made in Germany with a Bosch motor. Even if you don't buy a Hei Bike, try and get one with a Bosch or Yamaha motor. those two are considered best or most durable in the industry.

Someone loaned me their fat tire Hai Bike. I tell ya, this thing was FUUUN. I haven't done any mtb in a long time, and was never good at it. These E bikes make you a great climber and those fat tires roll over anything like a four wheel drive.

[tabs]

I bet shifting gears would be lots of fun..

[KevinTodd]

https://www.radpowerbikes.com/products/radrover-electric-fat-bike

[LakeCleElum]

Originally Posted by KevinTodd

https://www.radpowerbikes.com/products/radrover-electric-fat-bike

Thanks Kevin - Seriously considering either the Radpower or the M2S Bikes R750:

https://shop.m2sbikes.com/products/all-terrain-electric-fat-bike

Look - Thanks for the info on the Hai bike....Looks great, but maybe looking for something in the $1,500 range........

Regarding the "skinny" comments......I always preferred a little meat on the bones and a good sized "top end".......

[sammyg2]

Originally Posted by group911@aol.co

You know the world is coming to an end when;
https://electrek.co/2019/08/21/harley-davidson-shows-off-new-electric-bike-design-as-in-electric-bicycle/

LOL, from last year:

Originally Posted by sammyg2

Kids nowadays like to PRETEND they are saving the planet. Makes em all smug.
Harleys have the exact opposite stigma. loud, crappy mileage, heavy, etc.

If Harley wants to survive they need to stop looking at the 20th century and start making a motorcycle version of the Prius.
Why not hybrid three wheeler cars about the size of smart car?
Small, city commuter, a gozillion MPG, QUIET, efficient, and relatively cheap.

GOML.

[look 171]

Originally Posted by LakeCleElum

Thanks Kevin - Seriously considering either the Radpower or the M2S Bikes R750:

https://shop.m2sbikes.com/products/all-terrain-electric-fat-bike

Look - Thanks for the info on the Hai bike....Looks great, but maybe looking for something in the $1,500 range........

Regarding the "skinny" comments......I always preferred a little meat on the bones and a good sized "top end".......

You are welcome. Try and get something with a Bosch or Yamaha motor. I know this company that carry Haibikes and they rent them out for guide tours in our local mountains and are well maintained. They sell off previous year's (or two) model at 50-60% off. I really have no idea that they cost but the one I rode was fun just too much fun.

[71T Targa]

I have to wonder why Bob?
You have a stable of motorcycles so it doesn't seem to fit that need.
And if you're looking for exercise wouldn't a non-electric bike be better?
*Edit, re-read the OP and understand better the 'why'

I like the new Yamaha, but not really what you're asking about

[87maniac]

My second ebike was a result of mistakes made on first ebike.

Prior ebike was a 500W rear hub motor hardtail with battery on rear rack,
(very porsche-like handling with all that weight on the rear wheel.)

I knew that I wanted: mid-drive, full suspension and more than 500W power.

The M2S Bikes Dual Sport Ultra is one of the most powerful
full suspension electric bikes on the market.
The motor:
https://electrek.co/2019/01/17/bafang-ultra-electric-bicycle-motor/

The Bike:
https://shop.m2sbikes.com/collections/xc-sport-electric-bike-series/products/dual-sport-ultra-750-watt-bafang-ultra-motor?variant=12419887923243

The Bafang Ultra motor = 911S
Bosch or Yamaha motors = 912