I have been looking for an ebike for quite a while. I am concerned with the bike having enough power to get me up the hills of Nelson bc. I have been told that a 250w motor with a 60nm torque is adequate but after test riding one, it failed to get me up the 15% grade hills. I am 70 years old but reasonably fit, 160 lbs at 5 ft 7‘’ but need a bike that will get me up the hills easily if necessary. I cannot test ride most bikes unless I go to the coast but cannot try it up the Nelson hills. I think I need a 500w motor with minimum 80nm torque And my price range is $4000 CAD for a commuter type bike with occasional off road.
hopefully you will have a recommendation.
thanks. Steve
hopefully you will have a recommendation.
thanks. Steve