Hoping to find the right Ebike for me and my business

ChristopherNYC

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Hello Everyone! My name is Christopher, 45, and living in the Upper W. Side of Manhattan. I was the owner of a successful online business until the virus hit. now I am hoping to open a delivery service using ebikes. I spent hundreds of hours going over what these big companies charge the businesses and the people who subscribe to the service and compared it to what they pay their delivery workers. They are litterally getting rich off others backs! I was able to line up about ten busionesses, made up of bodegas, resteraunts, liqour stores, nd a grocery store. Being 45 and working on a computer for 5 years hasn't helped my figure any; I'm at about 235 lbs. That's why I decided to ge into delivery. First, I wanted to lose weight but riding a pure pedal bike all day has almost made me blow a gasket or at the very least overheat several times. I was going to buy a cheaper Ebike with the 36v and 250 watt motor but I don't believe it would be enough for a guy my size and the miles I ride a day. I am hoping to get a 48v with a 500 watt motor. I looked on Offer up & Lrtgo but there is just too much that you don't know about used Ebikes. I was thinking what happens if after I buy it I get 2 miles and the battery dies? Or the motor starts making noise? Or the battery doesn't hoold a full charge? Then I thought what if I get stopped a month later and some super cop runs the serial # onlt to findout it was stolen and won't allow me to show him the messages on Letgo? Too many variables for me. I think I will buy a bike from Amazon with a good rating that meets my needs or look on Alibaba for one with a lot of sales and good reviews. Anyone have any ideas on where to buy? What I really should get considering my weight and doing delivery? I feel very excited about the Ebike life, like a kid again. I even considered on buying the parts and build my own. There is so much to learn about electricity and the motors, frame metals. I am happy to be a member. I have to say that bicyle riding has made me feel like I have a new life and I lost 10lbs in a week just working. And the best part about doing delivery is that I love it! I even do some free deliveries for the elderly people in my neighborhood. I am really happy to be a part of this. Thank you.
 
Hello Everyone! My name is Christopher, 45, and living in the Upper W. Side of Manhattan. I was the owner of a successful online business until the virus hit. now I am hoping to open a delivery service using ebikes. I spent hundreds of hours going over what these big companies charge the businesses and the people who subscribe to the service and compared it to what they pay their delivery workers.

Anyone have any ideas on where to buy? What I really should get considering my weight and doing delivery? I feel very excited about the Ebike life, like a kid again. I even considered on buying the parts and build my own. There is so much to learn about electricity and the motors, frame metals. I am happy to be a member. I have to say that bicyle riding has made me feel like I have a new life and I lost 10lbs in a week just working. And the best part about doing delivery is that I love it! I even do some free deliveries for the elderly people in my neighborhood. I am really happy to be a part of this. Thank you.

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Take a look at the recommendations for the Best EBikes of 2020 on EBR.

Assuming you want a Cargo bike or Box bike or Trike for your deliveries: focus on the Value and Affordable options. ;)

Best Electric Cargo Bikes of 2020
Explore all of the cargo style electric bikes I’ve reviewed (ordered by date) on the category page here.

Value

Magnum Payload Review
  • MSRP: $2,499
  • MODEL YEAR: 2019

A long-tail speed pedelec cargo ebike from Magnum that is also feature rich with fenders, rear long rack, front cargo basket, suspension seat post, tool-free adjustable stem, competitively priced at just $2,499, and uses a powerful drivetrain and electrical system. Driven by a powerful Das-Kit rear hub-drive motor that is rated at a 500 watts,… Read Review

Affordable

2019 Rad Power Bikes RadWagon Review
  • MSRP: $1,499
  • MODEL YEAR: 2019

An affordable, feature-rich, electric cargo bike with cadence sensing pedal assist and throttle on demand operation, available in one frame size with adjustable bars and two color options. Gearless direct-drive hub motor is heavier but super quiet, durable, and capable of regenerative braking… Read Review

Best Electric Box Bikes of 2020
Explore all of the cargo box style electric bikes I’ve reviewed (ordered by date) on the category page here.

Affordable

Virtue Cycles Schoolbus+ Review
  • MSRP: $2,000
  • MODEL YEAR: 2015, 2016

A three-wheeled electric assist box bike designed to transport up to four children, includes a locking bench seat cargo cubby, full fenders and chain guard, optional canvas cover to keep the kids dry. Solid braking with two 160 mm mechanical disc brakes up front and a linear pull… Read Review

Best Upright Electric Trikes of 2020
Explore all of the upright tricycle style electric bikes I’ve reviewed (ordered by date) on the category page here.

Value

Electric Bike Technologies Electric Sun Traditional Tricycle Review
  • MSRP: $1,683
  • MODEL YEAR: 2019

A value priced sturdy style electric delta trike with a lot of strength (300lb max weight), while remaining simple and using reliable proven systems. Both throttle and cadence based pedal assist available, can go slow to walk with crowds… Read Review




AddMotoR MOTAN M-330 P7 Review
  • MSRP: $2,799
  • MODEL YEAR: 2019, 2020

The MOTAN M-330 P7 is a heavy-duty and feature-rich cargo electric trike, capable of transporting up to 350 pounds of rider and cargo in the included front and rear baskets. Heavy loads are a breeze with an extra-sturdy 7075 alloy frame and a 750 watt… Read Review
Affordable

Electric Bike Technologies Electric Fat Tire Trike Review
  • MSRP: $2,000
  • MODEL YEAR: 2019
A fat-tire front hub-motor powered electric trike that is purpose built for backwoods adventures or anything else you can come up with thanks to its powerful motor and large cargo rack in the rear. Comfortable as well as capable with the ergonomic grips, Velo comfort saddle, approachable step-through frame,… Read Review
 
Hey Chris, welcome to EBR. lots and lots of ebike choices. Do lots of research and this is the best site for that. Good luck.
 
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