ptarmigan07
New Member
I'm looking to get my first e-bike. Actually, I need a pair as my fiance rides too. I've narrowed my choice down to the purpose built Magnum MI5 (rear hub), and the slightly more expensive shop built BM Shadow (mid-drive). There's about a 400 dollar price difference (multiplied by 2 since I'm getting two). Is it safer to buy from a big manufacture like Magnum or go with an aftermarket solution where it may be easier to find parts? Is one bike significantly better than the other.
http://www.magnumbikes.com/product/magnum-mi5/
http://www.bmebikes.com/bike/bm-shadow-2017/
http://www.magnumbikes.com/product/magnum-mi5/
http://www.bmebikes.com/bike/bm-shadow-2017/