A few newbie questions

Wes Turner

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USA
City
Silicon Valley, CA
Hi, all. I am new here. I am thinking about getting an e-bike, but have a few questions before I do have a few questions. It is better if I limit each new post to a single question so the discussion can stay better focused rather than ask 4-5 questions in one post?

Thanks
 
Hi, all. I am new here. I am thinking about getting an e-bike, but have a few questions before I do have a few questions. It is better if I limit each new post to a single question so the discussion can stay better focused rather than ask 4-5 questions in one post?

Thanks
@Wes Turner

Put all the questions in one post. Makes it easier to understand the context of them and give you sensible answers.

DG…
 
My suggestion is to provide a little background to help narrow down your choices. There is a difference between the good/better/best ebike choices on the market compared to good/better/best ebike for "you" that meets your needs in your riding environment.

- budget range
- miles per week, max range
- experience level for mods, maintenance, and repairs
- any health or physical limitations (limited mobility, weight, too tall/short, conditioning, etc...)
- riding environment (need to ride all 4 seasons, store during winter, rough roads, dirt, etc...)
- riding location (city, suburb, single track, work commute, etc...)
- weekend warrior, daily commuter, used for work, any cargo capacity needed, etc...
- home/work storage and transportation needs by car, SUV, or bus
 
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