Although many people on this board probably agree with this statement, the truth is... 24V is perfect for most riders. I would consider most members here "bike enthusiasts" (including myself), thus, we expect a lot more in terms of speed and range. But for the "average joe" who's only using their bike a couple times a week to run up to the store or to cruise around the neighborhood, a 24V system works just fine. In our retail store, these are the kind of customers we see everyday and most are very satisfied with a 24V system. Obviously, we'll recommend a 36V or 48V system if someone has greater needs, but a 24V system is perfect for most people...