Ireland. what are the best eBikes for commuting / city in Europe?

[An Hatta]

Hi,
I first used the forum in April 2019 to help me to decide which eBike to purchase. It helped me enormously. I purchased a HAIBIKE Sduro 3. I used it to commute to work 3 hours a day for 6 years... no technical problems at all. I actually sold it on to older brother a couple of months back and he finds it fantastic.... he should have bought an eBike years ago. He is 76! I just got a new contract on the far side of Dublin and I want to skip the car commutes.
Are the same indicators for a reliable ebike the same, BOSCH crank motor, Shimano brakes & gears? Are there ebikes that are reviewed in this community that are also available in Ireland / Europe?

Thanks a mill.

 

[Stefan Mikes]

Glad to meet you! I have been to Ireland two times: once to Dublin, once to County Donegal for a longer vacation. What a beautiful country! I even cycled a rented Bosch e-bike to see the wonders of Sliab Liagh!

Are the same indicators for a reliable ebike the same, BOSCH crank motor, Shimano brakes & gears?

Yes but please ask for a specific e-bike brand and a model.

Are there ebikes that are reviewed in this community that are also available in Ireland / Europe?

Many e-bikes discussed here are specific to North America. However, many of us here are European/British and there is an Irishman between us, too. Some Americans here ride Euro e-bikes as well. I'm Polish and know the market, so ask me

 

[stompandgo]

It depends what kind of commuting that you want to do. For example, you can commute on a city bike, a utility bike, a gravel bike (flat or drop bars), a road bike, or an MTB, all of which can be electric and can support carrying a load. Depending on the road conditions, some would be more practical than others.

If Dublin does not have a bike infrastructure that works for you, and you will have to commute on typical beat up city roads and coexist with motor vehicle traffic, I would suggest a powerful city/urban Class 3 speed pedelec bike with the following requirements:

- A motor with at least 85Nm of torque, preferably mid drive
- Enough battery power to support your commuting distance with 50% in reserve
- Hydraulic brakes, preferably 4 piston and either 180mm or 203mm rotors
- 29" wheels with at least 55mm tubeless tires, larger if possible, but not a fattie
- A fork with at least 100mm of travel
- A high quality suspension seatpost
- Rear rack with pannier/trunk bag capability
- A powerful headlight, at least 500lm and a taillight
- Fenders

Lots of bikes that meet those requirements are available, depending on your budget. I would buy a major brand from a local bike dealer. I would also STRONGLY suggest that you get fitted before you buy anything, by either an experienced visual fitter, or a machine fit. A lot of shops will comp a fit if you are buying a new bike from them, and include part swap adjustments within reason to dial it in. A proper fit can be a game changer.

For these kinds of bikes, I like the following:

Cannondale Tesoro
Aventon Level 4 ADV
Velotric Discover M

Others can help with Specialized, Trek, and other brands.

 

[Stefan Mikes]

Aventon Level 4 ADV
Velotric Discover M

Not in Europe. The EU is a primary world e-bike market with hundreds of well known brands... and no throttle. The speed is restricted to 25 km/h.

Dublin does have bike infrastructure. It is basically a flat city.
Now, I have cycled in some Irish hills. Any Bosch mid-drive, even the Active Line was good there.
Ireland is known of a perfect quality asphalt anywhere.

County Donegal

A 10% grade climb.

A Bosch Active Line e-bike.

Dublin. That's is why I wrote it is the Europeans with the understanding of the country and the market should be asked.