Looks like the batteries are one of the biggest costs.
https://vancouver.craigslist.ca/rds/...698333076.html

Bike does have drop bars couldn't imagine riding a bike without, old school
I guess having brifters makes it worse


I contacted a local builder this is Canada everything expensive, it does not look too bad

as it includes batteries I think I would rather go rear wheel

https://ebikebc.com/product/d50-comp...sion-kit-500w/