E Bikes for Heavy People

[alloo]

I want to purchase an ebike for commuting. I live in Denver and have about a 13 mile commute one way. I weigh 250lbs and am 5'8". Does any ebike manufacture make ebikes for big guys. I texted blix and the CSR told me the bikes are made for riders 220 lbs and less, but the bike can carry up to 300 lbs. I guess I have to lose some weight before I get an ebike. I was also looking at the Trek Verve +, Electra Townie Go 8D, Yamaha Cross Core, and Blix Prima.

Any ideas are welcome. Thank You.

 

[zzyzxxx]

Check out Rad Power Bikes.....Their bikes have a 275 pound capacity.

 

[Nova Haibike]

You're not that big; you can pretty much buy and ride any bike (super-lightweight racers being the exception).

 

[AHicks]

Check out Rad Power Bikes.....Their bikes have a 275 pound capacity.

I'm well north of 300 and my "City" is surviving just fine. No unusual maintenance at all. I agree, go for it.

 

[alloo]

I found a sixthreezero EvryJourney 500W bike hub drive is good up to 300-320 lbs. They start shipping at the end of May. Thank You. The bike weighs 75 lbs charge time 4 hours.

 

[rich c]

At 250 you can buy anyone's eBike.

 

[alloo]

Thank You! I looked at rad power bikes. Awesome find. Thank You

 

[glenmorenee]

Most of the Riese Muller models are rated at 350# so plenty of capacity to carry stuff.

 

[Laran]

I want to purchase an ebike for commuting. I live in Denver and have about a 13 mile commute one way. I weigh 250lbs and am 5'8". Does any ebike manufacture make ebikes for big guys. I texted blix and the CSR told me the bikes are made for riders 220 lbs and less, but the bike can carry up to 300 lbs. I guess I have to lose some weight before I get an ebike. I was also looking at the Trek Verve +, Electra Townie Go 8D, Yamaha Cross Core, and Blix Prima.

Any ideas are welcome. Thank You.

How often do you want to use an automatic ride?
I think that any bike will suit you, the main thing is to choose a mountain bike, they will withstand loads. In any case, sincerely wish you lose weight and improve your health!

 

[alloo]

Thank You for your replies. I ended up purchasing a 2017 Raleigh Retroglide IE. I have been commuting on a regular bicycle to work every other day. On July 1st, I started using the Raleigh. I am a diabetic. I have lost 10 lbs and lowered my A1c to 6.1 through bicycling and eating healthier. Previously, my A1c was 7.4. My insulin levels have decreased more than 30% since I have started bicycling.

My commute times started at 75 minutes going to work and 80 minutes going home. After two months, I have reduced my commute to work to 50 minutes and 70 minutes on a regular bike. On my ebike in level 2 assist, I can commute about 50 minutes each way. On level 3 assist, it takes me about 45 minutes each way. I haven't tried level 4 assist, as our speed limits on bike trails are 15 MPH and the Park & Recreation district has been giving out speeding tickets.

I have looked at the Rad Power bikes, but they seemed to be too heavy at 68 lbs. New ebike upgrades have come out and I keep going back to the Blix Aveny or Sol as they have increased their Battery Voltage to 48V. Thank You.

 

[christob]

I started at 303 on my VEB Cafe, after confirming with them that my weight (plus carrying a commuting bag of stuff) wouldn't pose a problem. They assured me the bike would be fine.
Now, I've lost 60 pounds since then, which is terrific -- but while I was still heavier in the first 3 months, the bike died a mysterious, sudden electronic death after just 800 miles -- there was some evidence of melted plastic in the battery connector, like a sparking short had happened -- I have NO idea if that could have been a result of my weight at that time... VEB didn't seem to think so (they sent a brand new bike.) I've had no other issues like that.

 

[Rmplstlskn]

At 250#, I concur with others here that there are many, if indeed most, eBikes will be fine for you. I now have a Trek Police (PowerFly 5 with Performance motor) that is rated at 300 with gear. I am 295 naked. I just don't do crazy, high-torque, things or jumps... Living in a very hilly/mountainous area of Virginia, the eBike has revolutionized my 53yo access to biking! My routes have now opened up to me, where before it was insurmountable.

Rmpl

 

[Deleted member 4210]

Most of Evelo's models are rated for 350 lb riders, and several come with 750 watt motors, either mid drive or hub drive. And with throttles !

4 year warranties too.

https://www.evelo.com/shop/

 

[IggyBBR]

As someone who's average about 260lbs with gear on, rides trails on the weekends (on a bike rated for 250lbs), the only thing to worry are the components & suspension. If you're just commuting, you'll be fine. With a rigid bike, I can see things like the handle bars and pedals will things that might need replacing first over time. But if you're already commuting with a normal bike, getting an ebike won't be that much of a difference, its just the added motor & battery. Just make sure to get a bike your size and comfortable with.