RIZE - CITY MD E-BIKE ARE THEY ANY OWNERS WITH PROS and CONS REVIEW FOR ME BEFORE I BUY 2 OF THESE E-BIKES

[AHicks]

Thank you so much for the in depth knowledge. Like you said I have to get the timing right. I watched a video not to
remain in the center of the gears all the time and rely on the power of the engine. I normally use PAS at 1, sometimes 2.
I figured on my purchase I could replace the Bafang motor if damaged. Compared to the steep price of bikes centered
around a Bosch motor. Also Bosch is totally against any kind of throttle. Again thanks for the insight.

Staying in PAS 1 whenever able, and being in the right gear for your current conditions, will pay off in more miles between charges. Guys relying on the throttle too much will pay dearly in reduced miles per charge. I have the bigger Ultra mid drive with a 19ah battery that I ride mostly in an area where I run into rolling coastal hills that can be pretty steep but never really long, maybe 1/2 mile or so. I'm 71 6'1"/315, ride almost daily, and riding in the hilly conditions I have no trouble making 30 miles on a charge, frequently making 35 miles. It's an e-bike game I play, competing with myself to see how many miles I can get on a charge/how effeciently can I ride.... -Al

 

[Rob14FL.]

Sounds like you have it figured out on range. There are very few hills in our area other than bridges. A lot of
bikers go just north of Tampa for challenging rides. My wife likes riding around our area on the back seat. Or
I switch the bike over with the crate. And use it to replace the car for store runs. Riding double we are definitely
over max weight. It is stable though. Again thanks for the shifting advice.

 

[Buster1]

Anybody travel up high steep hills like arching bridges. I live on the west side of the intercoastal waterway. And there are high arching bridges to allow sailboat passage. And all of the good beach rides are on the east side, Any help will be appreciated.

 

[Buster1]

Sounds like you have it figured out on range. There are very few hills in our area other than bridges. A lot of
bikers go just north of Tampa for challenging rides. My wife likes riding around our area on the back seat. Or
I switch the bike over with the crate. And use it to replace the car for store runs. Riding double we are definitely
over max weight. It is stable though. Again thanks for the shifting advice.

Do you travel any high arched bridges with this bike?

 

[AHicks]

Do you travel any high arched bridges with this bike?

The bridges in the Tampa - St. Pete area can be pretty tough. I haven't ridden them with a bike, but remember them clearly when in a car. Are you looking for a step through frame? If you could go step over, Rize has a mid drive called the Rize RX that is a very capable climber, as in you can't buy any more power for any price. It's very similar to the bike I use for riding an area with a lot of hills....
https://rizebikes.ca/products/rize-rx

 

[Buster1]

The bridges in the Tampa - St. Pete area can be pretty tough. I haven't ridden them with a bike, but remember them clearly when in a car. Are you looking for a step through frame? If you could go step over, Rize has a mid drive called the Rize RX that is a very capable climber, as in you can't buy any more power for any price. It's very similar to the bike I use for riding an area with a lot of hills....
https://rizebikes.ca/products/rize-rx

I have looked at it a few times. My current bike is a 48 volt 17+ah with a 100w BB 02 HD. And it takes some work to get over the bridges, I like the RX but I am dependent on Social Security and the bike would almost max out my card. And in todays world it would leave with very little cushion and take three years to pay down. You got me rethinking though. I will redo the math with next years cola figured in. Thanks

 

[AHicks]

I have looked at it a few times. My current bike is a 48 volt 17+ah with a 100w BB 02 HD. And it takes some work to get over the bridges, I like the RX but I am dependent on Social Security and the bike would almost max out my card. And in todays world it would leave with very little cushion and take three years to pay down. You got me rethinking though. I will redo the math with next years cola figured in. Thanks

Yes, that will hopefully work out to a nice raise!

 

[Rob14FL.]

The prices of the more capable bikes are high for sure. And a lot of the bike retailers had to raise their prices in the
spring due to China quarantines etc. But I was surprised after being away from the market for awhile. ( I purchased my
Rize City MD in Oct and delivered Dec 21). The price for mine was the same now. The mid drive Rize model with the top
cross bar would be stronger and rigid. I needed a step through for cargo use. And easier for my wife to use also.
But back to the question: I have one steep bridge near me that goes over Lake Seminole. There is little difficulty
crossing. I hope to take it out to the beach. St Pete Beaches have a couple steep bridges that I don’t think would
any problem either. I weigh 200 and my wife is 130. Combined we have the climbing ability. I am still discovering
what a real range is.

 

[AHicks]

The prices of the more capable bikes are high for sure. And a lot of the bike retailers had to raise their prices in the
spring due to China quarantines etc. But I was surprised after being away from the market for awhile. ( I purchased my
Rize City MD in Oct and delivered Dec 21). The price for mine was the same now. The mid drive Rize model with the top
cross bar would be stronger and rigid. I needed a step through for cargo use. And easier for my wife to use also.
But back to the question: I have one steep bridge near me that goes over Lake Seminole. There is little difficulty
crossing. I hope to take it out to the beach. St Pete Beaches have a couple steep bridges that I don’t think would
any problem either. I weigh 200 and my wife is 130. Combined we have the climbing ability. I am still discovering
what a real range is.

I'd keep an eye on the back wheel and tire when loaded like that. I'm 315 and had no trouble with my Rize, but I have popped some spokes on other bikes that were most likely loose to start with. On both occasions, the bike had about 50 miles on it when the trouble started. I've since learned how to do all of my own wheel work - but those first popped spokes were the start of it.

Too, that back tire should be watched carefully and run near the top of it's capacity when both of you are on the bike. And while I'm at it, are you running a sealant in your tubes? That's a REAL good plan. Eliminates the need for frequent tire pressure checks, and cuts flats by about half or more....

We're 1.5- 2 hours north, in the Crystal River area.

 

[Rob14FL.]

You are right about the extra weight. I watch the tires and spokes closely. The beauty of the MD is the rear
tire is like any other bike I have had. Road biking I got used to changing a flat. And you had the pressure of
all your friends anxiously watching- to finish the ride. That saying I am not a big fan of sealant. Maybe the type
of sealant that fills the tire to get you home. A problem that I have created with a rear tire problem, is replacing
the axle nut with BMX pegs. They are essential for a rider on the back, but hard to get them torqued back with
a flat on the road.
Crystal River is a nice area. Haven’t been up there in awhile. The nice thing about Florida is the highest elevation
is something like 300-400 ft msl. Keep EBiking.

 

[Buster1]

Thanks for your help guys. But I pulled the trigger on the KBO Ranger. First it is a step through to help with my sciatica and has a 850w battery. I am not sure of the hill climbing ability of the 750w hum motor but it a true 750 not a 500 with a 250w boost. If I need to I can disconnect the hub motor and slap my 1000w BBSHD in. Thanks again guys.