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    Grace MX2 - the coolest

    I believe the Mercedes (Daimler) 48 volt SMART electric bike sells in America for $2950 - awesome German quality and long term service guarantee. You can take a spin on one at your local Mercedes Benz parts department.
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    Grace MX2 - the coolest

    Grace was (perhaps still is?) involved with the design and builds the seat post on my SMART electric bike. With over 300 km I'm happy to report the Canadian pedalec "limit" of 32km/hr lets me blow by most bicyclists including recumbents - especially on hills and in headwind conditions. Ebikes...
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    Grace MX2 - the coolest

    I took delivery of my SMART ebike in Delta, BC two weeks ago .. Delivered to my door step in a classy new Mercedes station wagon. If you're curious go drive one at your local SMART/Mercedes service center ... simply amazing! I've also heard Portland, Oregon will have demos this month.
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    Grace MX2 - the coolest

    Court, I believe Grace has been a player in the design and supply of some parts on the SMART electric bike. Germany builds beautiful cars and bikes - like no other - in my experience.
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    Do you actually USE the gears on your e-bike?

    I only use the lower gears for infrequent (unappealing/unnecessary) regenerative workouts, zero assist situations and very slow riding on my SMART electric bike. For all the rest top gear's the best.
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    Are Americans savvy enough to discern the difference between high-tech and low-tech electric bikes?

    Maybe there should be throttlec & pedalec designations. Ralph, I wanted the simplicity and exercise guarantee of a pure pedalec - meaning no throttle. So I bought a SMART electric bike - the Mercedes of pedalec designs. Extremely pleased. To each his own.
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    Are Americans savvy enough to discern the difference between high-tech and low-tech electric bikes?

    Seems to me twist and go throttles are for scooters not pedalecs. Want something "effortless" - buy a bike with a throttle. However, if your goal is no sweat hill busting and faster all round two wheeling while retaining the exercise benefits of moderate pedalling - buy a pure pedalec - no...
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    Smart applies the Velvet Sledgehammer with Awesome Commercials

    I agree - there are many cool adverts for the SMART electric bike. Better than just WEB viewing why not go for a demo ride. "Nothing compares at any price" in my experience.
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    My experience with the SMART electric bike

    Hi Larry, Here's one of sites favouring Gates Carbon Belts: As they say time is the measure of all things - fair winds.
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    My experience with the SMART electric bike

    Best of all no more noise, lubrication, ruined clothes or dirty chain maintenance - Bonus - this Gates carbon toothed belt lasts much longer than a chain.
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    My experience with the SMART electric bike

    Maybe try http://www.thesmart.ca/ca/en/index/smart-electric-bike.html Yes it's a belt + custom BionX hub combination - very smooth, powerful, and quiet
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    My experience with the SMART electric bike

    I own the bike - matte dark grey with flame orange accent trim parts.
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    My experience with the SMART electric bike

    Extremely pleased with this products performance and local support. The SMART eBike exudes legendary Mercedes performance, design, quality, fit, finish - built mostly in Germany. WEB shopped for weeks and couldn't find anything to compare at any price. Worthy of serous consideration in my...
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