The MTB forums are filled with a bunch of e-bike hating bitches who will tell you otherwise, but they are allowed if, upon being asked by a LEO, you verbally state that you have impaired mobility, and that need seems credible (e.g, the LEO didn't just spot you landing a 6 foot drop off.) It's all in the midpen mobility device guidelines (same for EPRPD.)
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EBike Bicycle do you have one?
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The MTB forums are filled with a bunch of e-bike hating bitches who will tell you otherwise, but they are allowed if, upon being asked by a LEO, you verbally state that you have impaired mobility, and that need seems credible (e.g, the LEO didn't just spot you landing a 6 foot drop off.) It's all in the midpen mobility device guidelines (same for EPRPD.)
HappyHighwayman
It's all in the reflexes
I just hit 3000 miles with mine 
If my experience with ebikes was a bay area experience, I'd probably feel differently. You say you've don't see anyone under 25 riding e-bikes, I never see anybody over 25 riding them.
I'll come off it. Don't wanna derail the thread anymore than I already have. As I said before. I'm not shitting on anybody here who has one.
ebikes are amazing. good for the planet, lots of fun, quiet/respectful of other infra users. ebikes are going to be absolutely everywhere in 5-10 years.
The ebiker hater (just to be clear Kuro, I don't think you are a hater so this isn't directed at you) I see most often are fragile ego types; people that have a fairly half baked notion about what's fair and right, and want YOU to know about it. It's a particular infection among mountain bikers, that flairs up when ebikers whiz by them on the uphill.
The ebiker hater (just to be clear Kuro, I don't think you are a hater so this isn't directed at you) I see most often are fragile ego types; people that have a fairly half baked notion about what's fair and right, and want YOU to know about it. It's a particular infection among mountain bikers, that flairs up when ebikers whiz by them on the uphill.
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Circling back to this, yes. Maybe I should have stayed out of this thread. I'm seeing all of them, now.
Skynet gonna Skynet...
SVJ
That Looks About Right
The people I typically see on ebikes are fat fucks that otherwise couldn’t make it up the hill, dressed like a wanna-be enduro-bro with every pad from the POC catalog, a full face helmet on a cross country trail, their music blasting from their camelback that looks like it’s ready for a 3 day overnight trip... not that I give two shits.
The hate they get is probably more for their behavior than what they ride, is it really that hard to pass in a courteous fashion?
Joe_13
Calmer than you.
Don't sleep on the Ariel Riders
I just received my Ariel Rider 52V XClass,
https://arielrider.com/products/x-class-52v
... and it is SO FUN!
It's not really for exercise, but you certainly can pedal if you want.
For the money, it's an amazing, fun "not-a-motorcycle."
I just received my Ariel Rider 52V XClass,
https://arielrider.com/products/x-class-52v
... and it is SO FUN!
It's not really for exercise, but you certainly can pedal if you want.
For the money, it's an amazing, fun "not-a-motorcycle."
GAJ
Well-known member
Very cool, though I'd go for a bicycle first kind of e'bike.
Bet that thing goes almost as fast as my first Moto.
CB50 in Belgium.
About 45mph.
Joe_13
Calmer than you.
The people I typically see on ebikes are fat fucks that otherwise couldn’t make it up the hill, dressed like a wanna-be enduro-bro with every pad from the POC catalog, a full face helmet on a cross country trail, their music blasting from their camelback that looks like it’s ready for a 3 day overnight trip... not that I give two shits.
My ebike does 35mph,... and at that speed, it sure seems like some armor should be necessary. Initially, I felt like wearing some enduro-shit might look goofy, but when you're on the thing,... it definitely starts to make more sense.
Climber
Well-known member
There are some electric bikes that aren't obvious in what they are like this one: Roadster v2
Wouldn't it be fun to ride up and keep pace with a spandex nazi for awhile with something like that.
Wouldn't it be fun to ride up and keep pace with a spandex nazi for awhile with something like that.
Finally arrived, and on Xmas Eve! Ordered it back in April, delivery estimate of August, and then blah blah, Covid supple chain, etc.
Bike is pretty sweet. Almost as long/tall as my R6 lol, although thankfully "only" 1/5 of the weight.
Bike is pretty sweet. Almost as long/tall as my R6 lol, although thankfully "only" 1/5 of the weight.
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GAJ
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TheRobSJ
May lose 10mm sockets if distracted
Glad this thread got bumped. What do we think of this?
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This is the Vanmoof V. Vanmoofs have been around a little while now(all commuter style bikes I believe), and their gimmick was that the bike has a front hub motor. Front wheel drive bike just seems incredibly weird to me. But this new V model is two wheel drive. Apparently, it’s going to be capable of going very fast, though I don’t think any country will ever allow the potential 37mph they’re claiming they can make it. The pictures you see are just renders, but they’re taking reservations for production sometime in 2022 for $3500.
I personally think it looks really sleek, everything integrated, almost like if Apple made a commuter e-bike this is what it would look like. I think the downside to all that integration would be service and repair would not be for just anyone.
This is the Vanmoof V. Vanmoofs have been around a little while now(all commuter style bikes I believe), and their gimmick was that the bike has a front hub motor. Front wheel drive bike just seems incredibly weird to me. But this new V model is two wheel drive. Apparently, it’s going to be capable of going very fast, though I don’t think any country will ever allow the potential 37mph they’re claiming they can make it. The pictures you see are just renders, but they’re taking reservations for production sometime in 2022 for $3500.
I personally think it looks really sleek, everything integrated, almost like if Apple made a commuter e-bike this is what it would look like. I think the downside to all that integration would be service and repair would not be for just anyone.
GAJ
Well-known member
Very cool, close to a moto than a bicycle so won't be for me.
When I do get an e'bike it will be more bicycle than moto and only pedal assist.
Something like the 33lb Specialized Turbo Vado SL 5.0.
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TheRobSJ
May lose 10mm sockets if distracted
Very cool, close to a moto than a bicycle so won't be for me.
When I do get an e'bike it will be more bicycle than moto and only pedal assist.
Something like the 33lb Specialized Turbo Vado SL 5.0.
33lbs is very appealing. Very. My wife is getting her son some Radbikes thing that’s almost 75lbs. Yeah it’s got big ol go anywhere tires and a huge battery for long range. But 75 lbs is a lot to pedal around if the battery is dead. Even worse with fat ass tires.
I'm super noob, but if I were again in the market, I'd consider one of these...
https://lunacycle.com/x2-enduro-ebike/
https://lunacycle.com/z1-enduro-ebike/
https://lunacycle.com/x2-enduro-ebike/
https://lunacycle.com/z1-enduro-ebike/
900ss
Well-known member
Heads up, my wife’s Turbo Vado SL 5.0 Equipped will be in the grab bag shortly. It is size medium with about 1,000 miles on it. It has a new motor - the original had no problems but the LBS bricked it during an update. Ouch!
HappyHighwayman
It's all in the reflexes
As someone who's ridden one for like 5 years now I don't see any additonal value for "speed". I don't ride mine any faster than 16-18 powered on normal city streets just for safety. If it could go 30 I wouldn't take it that high.
Mine is a beast at like 70 lbs which is why it needs the 750 watt motor but then if the bike is lighter and uses a weaker motor then it's usually more expensive. Mine is totally utilitarian/transport and not for fun so I think something under $2000 is best value.
Mine is a beast at like 70 lbs which is why it needs the 750 watt motor but then if the bike is lighter and uses a weaker motor then it's usually more expensive. Mine is totally utilitarian/transport and not for fun so I think something under $2000 is best value.
GAJ
Well-known member
Considering my current non e bikes weight about 33lbs it would be perfect.
I still have my Schwinn Super Sport from the early 70s and ride once in a while and my Kona Nunu w/ hybrid tire which is my regular on mostly paved trails.
At 65 my MB days are way behind me.
HappyHighwayman
It's all in the reflexes
I rode by a guy on an ebike that looks like a real bike and weighs about 33 lbs. We were chatting and he loves it...has 250 watt motor compared to my 750 but once again it's less than half the weight.
But...cost wise, very expensive. If money was no object I'd get the Canyon version of it
My road bike is only like 8 or 9 kg
But...cost wise, very expensive. If money was no object I'd get the Canyon version of it
My road bike is only like 8 or 9 kg
GAJ
Well-known member
HappyHighwayman
It's all in the reflexes
https://www.canyon.com/en-us/outlet..._rahmenfarbe=BU&dwvar_2394_pv_rahmengroesse=M
$1890 after tax and shipping etc. I got a factory return and saved a few hundred.
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Faaack I have five bicycles in the garage...eBike, Canyon Road bike, Jesus' mountain bike (too short for me to ride), and my roommates road and mountain bike.
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thepretender
New member
Been drooling on my keyboard over a Ariel Rider Grizzly for more than a month now. $3100 but 2 1000 watt motors and 2 batteries.
