Hello from Toronto Ontario Canada

[Fromadiva]

Found the site by accident...but so glad I did.

I live in an apartment and don’t have access to lock up a bike in the backyard due to 2 cars being parked in the driveway. Someone suggested I get a folding bike. Great I thought until I started looking....then I thought to myself why not have the best of both worlds and get an electric folding bike. I have officially discombobulated myself in the search.

Hoping this site will be my answer.

 

[Steve64]

Or buy a Moustache Friday that has the handlebars rotate 90 degrees so take up less space

 

[mjl_toronto]

Don't have anything to contribute, but as a fellow Torontonian, hi!

 

[MechaNut]

Welcome.

I would recommend starting with deciding what kind of sales and support experience that you want. If you want a bike that you are comfortable wrenching on yourself that opens up the choices afforded by buying from "Internet direct" bike makers and sellers. If you aren't comfortable wrenching on a bike I'd recommend going with a bike brand that has local bike shops in your area for both sales and post sales support.

My next recommendation is to check out the folding bike reviews to see what is available. This will help you with the next step.

Finally I would recommend figuring out your various requirements for what the bike needs to do for you. This includes features, sizing, battery range, and "pieces and parts".

You are making a significant investment in a piece of equipment. Feel free to take your time and make sure you make the most of your investment. You won't regret it.

 

[Cyklefanatic]

Hello fellow Canadian, I am from Mississauga and use my ebikes for both pleasure rides and a 50km commute. I have two Pedago folding bikes. I would say that they are great for throwing in the car to enjoy a ride in different locations. They have been pretty reliable, the cadence sensor is flimsy and the odd software issue but nothing that has ever left me stranded. The folding bikes are slow with a bumpy ride, they really are only good for very smooth surfaces or short rides. So if you intend to do longer rides or ride on poor surfaces consider a full size ebike.
I also have a Specialized Vado 4.0. I use it for my daily commute of 50 km. It is a joy to ride and I find myself looking for a reason to ride. I have problems with how the battery attaches to the bike but other than that it has been very reliable.
Also keep in mind that if you intend to ride every day you will want fenders, a bell, a rack and some type of storage bag to carry your stuff. This makes the bike more practical in more situations.
Since you can’t park the bike outside consider that once you remove the battery you can lift the bike and carry it around fairly easily. Depends on your health and number of stairs.
There are a lot of good choices for ebikes in Toronto and there are also quite a few decent bike shops. Take the time to do very long test rides. Ride on hills, rough roads get a feel for the handling and brakes. Since you are new to ebikes talk to the sales staff about your needs and budget. If you get poor responses or a standard sales pitch move on to another shop.

 

[Fromadiva]

Hello fellow Canadian, I am from Mississauga and use my ebikes for both pleasure rides and a 50km commute. I have two Pedago folding bikes. I would say that they are great for throwing in the car to enjoy a ride in different locations. They have been pretty reliable, the cadence sensor is flimsy and the odd software issue but nothing that has ever left me stranded. The folding bikes are slow with a bumpy ride, they really are only good for very smooth surfaces or short rides. So if you intend to do longer rides or ride on poor surfaces consider a full size ebike.
I also have a Specialized Vado 4.0. I use it for my daily commute of 50 km. It is a joy to ride and I find myself looking for a reason to ride. I have problems with how the battery attaches to the bike but other than that it has been very reliable.
Also keep in mind that if you intend to ride every day you will want fenders, a bell, a rack and some type of storage bag to carry your stuff. This makes the bike more practical in more situations.
Since you can’t park the bike outside consider that once you remove the battery you can lift the bike and carry it around fairly easily. Depends on your health and number of stairs.
There are a lot of good choices for ebikes in Toronto and there are also quite a few decent bike shops. Take the time to do very long test rides. Ride on hills, rough roads get a feel for the handling and brakes. Since you are new to ebikes talk to the sales staff about your needs and budget. If you get poor responses or a standard sales pitch move on to another shop.

 

[Fromadiva]

Hi,

I'm from Toronto. You seem to be very knowledgeable.

I want a folding lightweight electric bike. Prefer to buy it locally vs online. Using it to run errands etc.

Can you suggest models and stores. Budget $1500 or less.

Thanks

 

[Cyklefanatic]

Hi,

I'm from Toronto. You seem to be very knowledgeable.

I want a folding lightweight electric bike. Prefer to buy it locally vs online. Using it to run errands etc.

Can you suggest models and stores. Budget $1500 or less.

Thanks

I have dealt with Gears and also Skis and Bikes stores both were knowledgable and honest. I can’t recommend a specific bike but make sure you take a really long test ride to get a good feel for how the bike fits you and your needs.

 

[Dewey]

The Daymak London is a folding ebike from a company based in Toronto https://daymak.com/london-20.html
C$1,500 from ebike universe https://www.ebikeuniverse.com/defau...london-20-foldable-electric-bike/category/14/