r5579
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Hello all,
I'm pretty new to all of this, but not new to bike riding at all.
I like the idea of riding my bike more places, but am wondering if an e-bike is the right choice? I'm specifically looking at the kits so I'd just upgrade my mountain bike that I've already turned into a commuter with street tires, etc.
The advantages I see are: quiet, cheap to recharge, and they sound pretty easy on the maintenance side of things.
I'm 6'2 and 200 pounds so I don't know if I'm even a good candidate for an e-bike. I live in Southwest Missouri, but the places I'd be using it are relatively flat, and no more than 12-15 miles per day.
The other option I've been looking at is a 49cc scooter. These can keep up with traffic where I'd be driving and could possibly be used in more instances as range wouldn't be as big of a factor.
Plus I think it'd be easier to sell a scooter if I decide that it isn't for me.
Can anyone give me their opinions on their e-bike, how you use it and like it, etc.?
Also, what kind of kits are the best, what to look for, etc. I've looked over a ton of information already, and want a kit that has everything if I'm going to buy one.
Thank you for any help.
Randy
I'm pretty new to all of this, but not new to bike riding at all.
I like the idea of riding my bike more places, but am wondering if an e-bike is the right choice? I'm specifically looking at the kits so I'd just upgrade my mountain bike that I've already turned into a commuter with street tires, etc.
The advantages I see are: quiet, cheap to recharge, and they sound pretty easy on the maintenance side of things.
I'm 6'2 and 200 pounds so I don't know if I'm even a good candidate for an e-bike. I live in Southwest Missouri, but the places I'd be using it are relatively flat, and no more than 12-15 miles per day.
The other option I've been looking at is a 49cc scooter. These can keep up with traffic where I'd be driving and could possibly be used in more instances as range wouldn't be as big of a factor.
Plus I think it'd be easier to sell a scooter if I decide that it isn't for me.
Can anyone give me their opinions on their e-bike, how you use it and like it, etc.?
Also, what kind of kits are the best, what to look for, etc. I've looked over a ton of information already, and want a kit that has everything if I'm going to buy one.
Thank you for any help.
Randy