Thread: What to look for in an e-bike
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Old 10-31-17 | 08:51 PM
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InTheRain
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Bikes: 2007 Rocky Mountain Sherpa 30 (bionx), 2015 Cannondale Synapse Carbon Ultegra

Originally Posted by drowling23
My List:
  • Frame: No suspension - steel touring bike.
  • Motor: Bionx Direct Drive rear hub.
  • Batteries: I have one battery. 555 Whr - about 25 miles on highest level of assist - rated up to 80 miles on lowest lever of assist... but not for a rider like me.
  • Rear wheel: Rohloff is the best - but Bionx isn't compatible with Rohloff - I use a 9 speed shimano tiagra drive train.
  • Wheel size: 700 c - pretty standard on road bikes.
  • Tyre width: 28mm - been riding them on my touring bike for 10+ years.
  • Tyre type: I ride road or touring tires - Schwalbe Marathon plus or Specialized Armadillo - both are great for avoiding flats..
  • Seat, pedals, handlebars: I ride a brooks B-17 special, flats for pedals, and drop bars.
  • Lights: B&M headlamp and tail lamp powered by dynamo hub. supplemented by Light & Motion helmet light, and 3 planet bike superflash rear lights on my rack.
  • Mudguards: Stainless steel powder coated bertoud fenders.
  • Rack: Tubus Cargo rack with Ortlieb panniers - loaded up with tools for nearly every possible repair on a commute and clothes for nearly every possible weather condition.
Just my two cents
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