09-25-2025, 02:46 PM
Electric bikes do have some things going for them.... no valve inspections/adjustments, no air filters, no spark plugs, no oil filters, no oil, generally they are belt driven reducing maintenance on that end. You never have to buy gas again. They are quiet and produce very few emissions, most of those related to tire wear. Great for in city commuting. Easy to keep clean.
They also have drawbacks...initial buy in cost is astronomical compared to an equivalent ice bike, short range, long charging times. You can't get too far from a charger. Usually they are not particularly attractive, because batteries are not as attractive as motors. Sparse dealer networks and mechanics aren't familiar with them if there are issues.
They also have drawbacks...initial buy in cost is astronomical compared to an equivalent ice bike, short range, long charging times. You can't get too far from a charger. Usually they are not particularly attractive, because batteries are not as attractive as motors. Sparse dealer networks and mechanics aren't familiar with them if there are issues.
It doesn't matter what I ride, how far or how fast, only that I ride .... every day