About me:
The biggest reason for wanting an electronic bike is to help me get over hills. My price range is no more than $2,000 ($2,199 absolute max) (but not including accessories or shipping/tax). I'm 5'11", weigh 190 lbs (with a 10-15 lbs variance over time). Eventually, I'll live somewhere in the outer Boston area and will commute into Boston, (mostly on roads/sidewalks) possibly 6 - 18 miles one way (16- 36 both ways), 5 days a week. This bike will be my primary source of transportation.
I will be riding in the rain and snow. Eventually I’ll either buy or make a rain/snow shield. (which will increase drag). I’d also rather buy snow tires than a fat bike.
Features I want:
Features I do NOT want:
What frame size should I buy? Any suggestions on which electronic bike to purchase with these guidelines? I do understand that there won't be a perfect bike for a low price. Thank you.
The biggest reason for wanting an electronic bike is to help me get over hills. My price range is no more than $2,000 ($2,199 absolute max) (but not including accessories or shipping/tax). I'm 5'11", weigh 190 lbs (with a 10-15 lbs variance over time). Eventually, I'll live somewhere in the outer Boston area and will commute into Boston, (mostly on roads/sidewalks) possibly 6 - 18 miles one way (16- 36 both ways), 5 days a week. This bike will be my primary source of transportation.
I will be riding in the rain and snow. Eventually I’ll either buy or make a rain/snow shield. (which will increase drag). I’d also rather buy snow tires than a fat bike.
Features I want:
- Mid-drive with throttle (prefer a trigger throttle, and that the mid-drive and throttle can handle being used together)
- Class 3
- Riser bar
- Rear rack to be able to carry groceries and things.
- Removable Display in center of handlebars
- high step
- Prefer a 28mph bike (the speed demon in me)
- Long lasting battery (I’ll charge the battery at work, and eventually will buy a 2nd one)
- Durability to handle New England weather (hot and cold temps, rain, snow)
Features I do NOT want:
- Twist throttle
- Half-twist throttle
- Low step
- Drop handlebars
- Small tires
- Small frame
- Tandem
- Trike
- Fat bike
What frame size should I buy? Any suggestions on which electronic bike to purchase with these guidelines? I do understand that there won't be a perfect bike for a low price. Thank you.
