Well I’ve saved my pennies and I now finally have enough to get an Ebike. after HOURS of watching youtube videos, reviews, etc. I think I’ve narrowed my choice to these two options.
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KEQJSK Electric Bike 1000W Motor. The things I like about it. It looks like a traditional bike. and it will fit on a bus’ front bike rack. But it only comes with a 48v 15AH battery. But with the savings I would make up on this I could easily buy two extra batteries. And it’s the lightest of the two. My other choice is
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Wallke H6 Pro. Now I’m a heavy guy. and this bike is designed for the heavier rider. Plus it comes with a 40v 40AH battery pack. And you can upgrade with an extra internal 20AH battery so you would end up with 60AH total. at HALF the cost of the other 60AH models, the Aniioke A8 Pro Max, and the Eahora Juliet. Plus I like the fact that it folds into a somewhat compact size.
The downside to this model is you can’t take it on buses, although I can take it on our local subway. But with the range this models provides I wouldn’t need to take transit as much. Another downside is the weight. This thing is HEAVY. it comes in at 90lbs minus the battery.
So those are my current choices. Which would you choose?
Only you can answer this.
How often do you take the bus today and will this bike change that and if so, how?
Are you going to have to lift it?
How does warranty and servicing compare?
What range do they have?
How long does it take to charge?
In other words, keep asking questions until you find a deal breaker…
Good luck, stay safe, have fun!
I’ve never heard of any of those bikes, but Onno’s comment is generally good advice.
I kind of think that a foldable ebike that weights that much reduces a lot of the utility of a folding bike. And that is a seriously heavy bike!
I will admit for me the big part is in lifting it. I live in a three story walk up. I’m only on the second floor so it’s not too bad. And we do have bike storage where I live but it’s permanently locked from 8pm to 8 am. There is a 1st floor “mud room” I could keep it in, but that is half a floor up also.
I don’t know how you’re with lifting 31kg but for me that would be completely impossible. I’m lifting a 15kg bike regularly and I can’t practically go over 18kg. This is double that.
I have dealt with carrying loads like that. I know it would be doable for me, but it would be very demoralising. Especially if there’s other baggage and I might be tired or hurting some days.
I wouldn’t underestimate the effect that the experience might have in how much use you get out of a thing. Cycling should be convenient and fun and quick.
On the other hand, free regular workout.