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Originally Posted by Cajundaddy
We got a pair of Momentum e-bikes last year for our 30 state lap of the US in an RV. They worked out great and eliminated the need for pulling a toad.
After perusing dozens of different designs, we came up with our want list. As a result ours were more expensive than the Lectric bikes but... My Porsche is more expensive than a lot of nice cars.
Stuff we really wanted:
1. A sport cruiser style that has a comfortable riding position, good balance, and designed for asphalt or fire roads. We did not want a courier style, fat tire, gnarly MTB, or dedicated road bike.
2. good range- ours are typically good for 50 mi unless we are climbing continuously.
3. Reasonably light so we could load and unload them easily. Ours are 43lbs less battery. Some are 65-70 lbs.
4. Pedal assist only, no throttle control.
5. High quality hardware like Shimano gears and brakes, Yamaha motor, quality wheels and tires.
6. A large US service network in case we need to get them fixed. Giant-Momentum dealers are everywhere.
&. They need to have style points. (I drive a Porsche)
So far they have been nearly flawless and climb hills effortlessly. The (E) really means extended range and extended speed. We like em a lot.
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Bosch supplies good motors, too.
But you're right about these two points. Without a local mechanic and a supply line for consumables and parts, the majority of these mail order bikes will end up as scrap. Sad but true.