looking for a moped-like electric bike

[CarlB]

So I saw the RadRunner and I thought that was the bike for me, until I saw the Juiced Scorpion. That was the bike until I thought being 6'1" and sitting on it's apparently very low seat. Searching around I saw the Bintelli Fusion:

https://bintellibicycles.com/electric-bicycles/bintelli-fusion/

Which looks pretty good, but only a 10Ah battery, no suspension and it's really heavy (85 lbs! that's got to be a typo?). But they appear to be available here in Florida so I might check one out.

Anyway, I'm looking for a step thru design. I really like the big headlight on the Scorpion and full suspension. Actually I like everything about the Scorpion except its apparently tiny size. Not a fan of bikes with the T handelbar and stem look, like the VeeGo 750 and similar.

Is there anything else out there to consider? Trying to stay at or under $2k.

 

[rich c]

Curious if you intend to pedal? If so, don’t buy on with a fixed seat. Your knees will be up to your chest.

 

[Deleted member 4210]

If you want a moped like step through that has a good size battery, and 3" wide tires, try the CIVI Runabout.

Nice capacity 14.5 ah, 48 volt battery too. Works well for many size people, since it has attributes similar to a 20" fat tire 'folder' in terms of one size fits many, (very nimble, thicker tires, doesnt need a suspension due to the thick tires, etc) but it's a solid frame and so it doesn't fold.

The throttle takes it above the typical 20 mph. Pretty cool. Could ride it all day without pedaling if needed, or at least until you run out of juice, and then have to pedal, but it's not bad pedaling with no assist.

 

[Mike_V]

Addmotor started advertising this #91.5 step through this week:

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[CarlB]

Curious if you intend to pedal? If so, don’t buy on with a fixed seat. Your knees will be up to your chest.

I do intend to pedal some. Not necessarily because I want to but to extend the range. Maybe a little for exercise. Yeah, unless the fixed seat is relatively high, I'm not going to get full motion. I don't understand why they don't make these long seats adjustable. I remember my brother's first bike back in the 70s had a "banana" seat and it was adjustable via a post in front and a series of holes along the backrest / "sissy" bar in the back. Or what if they came with a few shims that would fit under the length of the seat to raise it a couple inches depending on how many you used.

 

[CarlB]

Addmotor started advertising this #91.5 step through this week:

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Thanks, that's not bad. I'll have to take a closer look. Wondering if the seat is any higher than the Scorpion's.

 

[CarlB]

If you want a moped like step through that has a good size battery, and 3" wide tires, try the CIVI Runabout.

For some reason that double bar coming down from the stem to the pedals looks odd to me. I'd probably go with the Rad Runner over this one. The Rad Runner looks odd too, but in a more pleasing way somehow. Thanks!

 

[Mike_V]

For your consideration, good company reputation, excellent specifications, and a step through design

C-Class Electric Commuter Bike

The All-New 2020 C-Class features a low-step frame design and easy-adjustable handlebars, making this the true comfort cruiser you've been searching for. Packed with a 500W mid-motor and 48V power system, Suspension fork, Suspension Seat Post, Hydraulic Disc Brakes all at fraction of a cost of...

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[elainehillrider]

I agree Ariel Rider C-Class seems a very good choice for it's price point. I wish they had adjustable front fork but that isn't a major issue considering other parts it has. I just can't see much review about it.

 

[CarlB]

Thanks! I'll check out the c-class. Looks like it's been redesigned since the EBR review.