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Yes, I remember as a young teenager I rode a modified Schwinn Stingray. Bike licenses were a requirement. They actually had bike license plates. I think I paid for a license for one year and that was it. I put a "custom" plate on after that. I actually got pulled over several times over the...

Welcome, Street Pedaler! Don't second guess yourself. Everyone starts somewhere. Overall from what I've seen online and in YT vids, the Lectric bikes are pretty popular and well received. I purchased my first ebike in January and took delivery in April. I did my research and chose my bike. It's...

At some point federal, state and local government entities will figure out they can generate additional revenue with the classification of ebikes, i.e., licenses, taxes, fees, insurance, etc.. Some other countries levy license and insurance requirements if an ebike is rated for a specific...

Just buy the cheapo bike and skip the useless $77 warranty.

Lower the speed limit setting on the bike and put a Class 2 sticker on it. ;)

Are there any LBS near you? See what they have on hand and that they can service? I’m sure this is leaving a bad taste in yoyr mouth but persevere a little longer and check some other alternatives. Hope you find an ebike that works out for you.

OK, then. What "DOES" it cover? Appears to be absolutely useless. I guess if it breaks or stops working and I get mad and yell at it, nothing will be covered because I "verbally abused" it. :p

I have been observing a lot of "Anti-Aventon" sentiment on multiple forums specifically related to piss poor customer support. I have scraped Aventon off my list of potential ebikes. I would give it a full 10 days and if no communication from them file a complaint with Visa. Keep a record of...

With $6k worth of ebikes, they're going into the room with me. I won't risk it overnight in a hotel parking lot. Plus I can keep them charged. If I absolutely had to leave them outside, the rack hold down bars will be locked, a large cable lock attached plus I have the ABUS folding locks with...

A local bike shop offers “Desert Proofing” bike tires. They install a liner, a thicker thorn proof tube and then add sealant. Sounds good to me as I mostly ride on the street and occasional gravel/dirt roads. I will probably do this for more peace of mind.

Welcome, fellow Desert Rat!

Welcome! Gotta start somewhere. Enjoy!

According to the bike description they are hydraulic. According to their user manual if you have brake problems to take it to a bike shop (if you can’t do it yourself). Aventon should cover the shop costs since it is brand new. Any bike shop should be able to bleed/adjust bike brakes. Sucks that...

Welcome to the forums and ebikes! Enjoy!

Hydraulic: Mineral oil,bleed kit and a little time. Lot of YT vids on how to do it. Manual: Get a maintenance book, watch some YT vids or take it to a bike shop. Any shop should be able to work on it, they wouldn't be working on the motor or electronics.

I think a rear view camera is a good idea. Leaving a camera on bike even for a little bit of time is an invitation for sticky fingers.

Don’t let the “Miss” model deter you. It’s for marketing. It’s a step through. They have a 24” model with less power for the ladies. Nowadays there isn’t a ”women’s bike. They’re called step throughs to get past the stigma. I had both of my knees replaced and I have to lean the bikes Wayyyyy...

https://www.soulbeachcruisers.com/shop/ Big cruiser style bikes. I'm 6ft - 285lbs. Moves me around at a pretty quick pace. Liked my first bike so much that I bought a second one in a different color. Don't be mislead by the "Miss" version. It's a big bike. 26" wheels, plenty of power and plenty...

Could you specify the quality issues you are referring to and who the “we” is that have to work out those issues? Have you personally inspected and test rode any of these ebikes? You are referring to a review done by someone else several years ago for a different model. I saw the same YT review...

Soul Sonic Saber Pro cruiser. 42T chain ring, 48v, 750w nominal with 1100w peak and 26” wheels. With me pedaling (I’m at 285lbs and the bike is at 70lbs) I can get up to 33mph. Normally just riding around I‘m at 14-15mph.