Ordered two Ebikes today

[Hugh R]

https://lectricebikes.com/products/xp-step-thru-white. Gonna use them here in SoCal and next Spring on the beach in St. Augustine, FL

[unclebilly]

My dad has a Genze which he has never ridden. I took it out on Friday night - my first ebike experience.

His has 8 speeds and I was able to ride quite fast with little effort in top gear. They are an interesting invention, that’s for sure.

[cantdrv55]

My wife has a Lectric ST 2.0 and I have a RadRunner Plus. They’re fun to ride when we RV camp.

[Bill Douglas]

Looks like fun Hugh.

And being able to ride to a cafe or the beach and park right there on the footpath adds to quality of life. Makes it a "yes" every time you think about popping out for coffee etc.

[LWJ]

Awesome. I tell everyone that e-bikes will change city architecture. 5 miles becomes a quick trip.

[look 171]

I had to buy this Ariel's Grizzly https://arielrider.com/products/grizzly?variant=37530114031792 once my friend told me about it. Now, I have two for both my kids to mess around with. Just took it camping this past weekend. they has a blast while the adults were just hanging out.

E bikes are causing all types of accidents around here along with e-scooters. These guys are fast and ride them on sidewalks and streets hauling ass at 20 mph. Look out if you are in the city centers or the beaches. They are all over the places popping in and out of traffic. When we were in san Francisco, they were worst, everywhere I look, there they are in traffic. This was mainly the e scooters. Those kids are fooking crazy with a death wish.

[cantdrv55]

Two ebikes behind my Sprinter van. Those things are heavy so had to buy a big a$$ bike rack.

[stevej37]

I love my Propella! 7 speed with 5 levels of electric assist.
And it's almost completely silent.
The battery is mistaken for a water bottle by most.

[Seahawk]

Originally Posted by Hugh R

https://lectricebikes.com/products/xp-step-thru-white. Gonna use them here in SoCal and next Spring on the beach in St. Augustine, FL

Neat. I have been looking at E Bikes for South Carolina. When you are ready, write a real world assessment!

Sub'd.

[hughc]

Originally Posted by Hugh R

https://lectricebikes.com/products/xp-step-thru-white. Gonna use them here in SoCal and next Spring on the beach in St. Augustine, FL

I read the specifications and noticed the models you bought have throttle assist which in my opinion is quite important.
I bought a Norco last year and even tho it was pricey it did not have a throttle, only different levels of power assist while pedaling . It isn't the bike for me.
I always have to pedal and I find it demanding whereas I'm sure having a throttle would make it much more enjoyable toy. I'm 75 yrs now so that probably makes a difference.

Just a heads up for those of you considering a purchase.
hughc

[stevej37]

[QUOTE=hughc;11705406]
I bought a Norco last year and even tho it was pricey it did not have a throttle, only different levels of power assist while pedaling .


That's the reason I bought the Propella...you have to pedal...or it coasts to a stop. It really helps on hills and against the wind.
If I didn't want the exercise...I would have bought a golf cart. I will be 70 next year.

[Shaun @ Tru6]

I'm surprised they are so inexpensive, I would have thought twice the price. Might be something to consider biking 2 miles into Harvard Square without arriving hot and sweaty.

[cantdrv55]

Lectric has an even cheaper model that starts at $799. Single speed, like a BMX, and motor assist only.

[stevej37]

My Propella was $1099

[Hugh R]

I ordered the Lectric bikes for a few reasons over others.

It folds so two can go in the back of my Jeep Grand Cherokee,
Made in the USA with USA phone support,
Pedal and throttle, use either or both at varying levels of assist
fenders (it rains in Florida where they will be next Spring)
Price, seems like a lot of bike for the cost,
Shimano gears and sprockets,
brazed on lugs for baskets and other accessories,
Rode one and talked with four owners at RV parks who said they were great, one had an issue with the brain and said tech support on the phone was great and they mailed him a new brain the next day.

[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.

[Seahawk]

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.

Which Model or Models?

Their website has a number of varieties.

Thanks!

[Tobra]

I am going to be that guy.


Budget some dough for protective gear, helmets at the very least.

[herr_oberst]

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.

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.

[Cajundaddy]

Originally Posted by Seahawk

Which Model or Models?

Their website has a number of varieties.

Thanks!

We got the Transcend E+ but Giant-Momentum have several good choices. My wife got a step-thru and I got the "boy bike". We also looked hard at Trek but for the style we wanted, these were the closest to ideal.

https://www.momentum-biking.com/us/bikes-transend-eplus-2022