E-bike suggestion.
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E-bike suggestion.
Postby mathew47 » Fri Dec 16, 2022 11:17 pm
Which e bike is best for long distance commuting?
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Re: E-bike suggestion.
Postby Mozziediver » Sun Dec 18, 2022 6:40 pm
Bit hard to say, without more info.
How far is long distance? 50km? 100km?
Price range? $3k? $6k? $10k?
Will you use full power all the time or pedal say 50%?
Hilly? Flat?
How far is long distance? 50km? 100km?
Price range? $3k? $6k? $10k?
Will you use full power all the time or pedal say 50%?
Hilly? Flat?
Moz
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Surly LHT 2013, '74 Raleigh 20 folder updated, Focus Aventura2 ebike.
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Surly LHT 2013, '74 Raleigh 20 folder updated, Focus Aventura2 ebike.
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Re: E-bike suggestion.
Postby Thoglette » Mon Dec 19, 2022 11:30 pm
Any compliant e-bike will do. Preferably one without suspension.
Tyres at least 32mm wide, with full mudguards and racks, or at least with mounting bosses for them.
How fast do you want to spend? Cheap non-name batteries and controllers won't last and have an increased fire risk but name brands do cost more.
Tyres at least 32mm wide, with full mudguards and racks, or at least with mounting bosses for them.
How fast do you want to spend? Cheap non-name batteries and controllers won't last and have an increased fire risk but name brands do cost more.
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Re: E-bike suggestion.
Postby bychosis » Tue Dec 20, 2022 11:42 am
Give us some more info on where, how far, how often you ride. Throw in some idea of budget and what level of comfort and reliability you want. Then we may be able to provide more informed options.
You’ve just asked the equivalent of “what’s the best breakfast?”.
You’ve just asked the equivalent of “what’s the best breakfast?”.
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Re: E-bike suggestion.
Postby mathew47 » Wed Dec 21, 2022 5:54 pm
Between 50-60kmMozziediver wrote: ↑Sun Dec 18, 2022 6:40 pmBit hard to say, without more info.
How far is long distance? 50km? 100km?
Price range? $3k? $6k? $10k?
Will you use full power all the time or pedal say 50%?
Hilly? Flat?
In any price range
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Re: E-bike suggestion.
Postby mathew47 » Wed Dec 21, 2022 5:56 pm
I want it to go to my workplace. In any price range.bychosis wrote: ↑Tue Dec 20, 2022 11:42 amGive us some more info on where, how far, how often you ride. Throw in some idea of budget and what level of comfort and reliability you want. Then we may be able to provide more informed options.
You’ve just asked the equivalent of “what’s the best breakfast?”.
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Re: E-bike suggestion.
Postby mathew47 » Wed Dec 21, 2022 6:01 pm
Someone suggested me : https://rideonelectric.com/lectric-xp-2-0-review/
This bike has range as per my need. The build quality and design also looks very good. But I am confused whether I should purchase it or not.
This bike has range as per my need. The build quality and design also looks very good. But I am confused whether I should purchase it or not.
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Re: E-bike suggestion.
Postby Thoglette » Wed Dec 21, 2022 6:12 pm
Each way or return?
If return, and price is no object, have a look at the Dutch brands. Properly put together with all the fruit: lights, frame locks, guards etc etc
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Re: E-bike suggestion.
Postby find_bruce » Wed Dec 21, 2022 7:21 pm
The bike you linked to is 500w so illegal to ride in public in any state of Australia
Anything you can do, I can do slower
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Re: E-bike suggestion.
Postby Mozziediver » Thu Dec 22, 2022 10:09 pm
How about something like this? https://www.velocycles.com.au/kalkhoff ... 2021.htmlmathew47 wrote: ↑Wed Dec 21, 2022 5:54 pmBetween 50-60kmMozziediver wrote: ↑Sun Dec 18, 2022 6:40 pmBit hard to say, without more info.
How far is long distance? 50km? 100km?
Price range? $3k? $6k? $10k?
Will you use full power all the time or pedal say 50%?
Hilly? Flat?
In any price range
Pro:
- Recognised manufacturer. Reputable Bosch Quality mid mounted motor + battery higher capacity. I prefer Mid mounted as weight and power is centered.
- In Melbourne, easy to get serviced (important as ebikes put a bit of stress on components and need regular checkups).
- Good range. Note that the 150km stated will be for low boost, so mix of low and mid boost on your commute might be closer to 100-120km. There are usually another couple of higher levels of boost, but you shouldn't need them except maybe for short bursts.
- Well equipped; lock, rack, hydraulic disks, plenty of gears (12).
- Legal
- Not cheap
- This is for a small size, you may need to shop around for your size. But dealers may be able to suggest similar models with better availability. Stocks are still a problem for dealers.
Moz
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Surly LHT 2013, '74 Raleigh 20 folder updated, Focus Aventura2 ebike.
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Surly LHT 2013, '74 Raleigh 20 folder updated, Focus Aventura2 ebike.
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