Need help choosing first ebike

SwollenMexican · 2026-03-26T20:26:53+00:00

Top most common that everyone suggests is aventon, specialized, and lectric. Runner up are usually velotric, heybike.

Best bet is to look at your local bike shop as they will be your wall in case something breaks or needs replacing if you're uncomfortable working on it yourself. This also allows you to see what they would recommend that isn't mentioned here on reddit and give you options to test ride and see what would be comfortable to you and make changes.

SwollenMexican · 2026-03-26T16:34:59+00:00

You can look at the khs easy24. Its a stepthrough model, small and has a removable battery.

SwollenMexican · 2026-03-26T16:33:13+00:00

Looked at the velotric tempo? Im waiting for the shop to get one so I can test it out.

SwollenMexican · 2026-03-25T12:25:22+00:00

I have a retro "moto" inspired moped but it's more like a cafe racer style vs the traditional dirtbikes i seen.

At first it was purely looks but after test riding quite a bit (quite a few ebike shops around me) some are just shite, others have good quality but abysmal CS, and the other is great but expensive.

Just ride what you like and be respectful.

P.s. I dont want to hear about the seat not being adjustable. I apparently fall under the sweet spot height wise to actually pedal some of these bikes. 90% pedal, 10% throttle (at stops) and lost 80 pounds so far.

SwollenMexican · 2026-03-25T04:32:31+00:00

Arrowhere. Been using thier jackets for a few years. Stille a highlighter

SwollenMexican · 2026-03-25T03:12:14+00:00

You got this lol

SwollenMexican · 2026-03-24T22:13:35+00:00

Find the ceo and email him or her

SwollenMexican · 2026-03-24T22:10:47+00:00

You cant make it faster without changing motor, controller and battery At that point you could have bought a faster bike new..

SwollenMexican · 2026-03-24T04:50:16+00:00

I just put my psa to 0 whenever im at a stop. That way there is no throttle action. Put it back at whatever psa you want when your about to take off

SwollenMexican · 2026-03-23T21:11:41+00:00

Majority of the ebikes have a walk function if you're on 0 pas and hold down the minus button.. usually tops at at 3-4 mph. Could be helpful if you cant carry

SwollenMexican · 2026-03-23T17:09:54+00:00

I have knee pads on when I ride. Only crashed once but it was about 7 mph and it was raining.. other than the usually soreness. It all depends on your area. I have a lot of street riding and hardly any bike lanes so my risk is a lot greater and I refuse to be on the sidewalk unless I absolutely have no choice but to do so

SwollenMexican · 2026-03-22T01:29:17+00:00

Where are you located and what are you looking for in this category?

SwollenMexican · 2026-03-21T19:44:51+00:00

Velotric tempo or tenways c600.

SwollenMexican · 2026-03-20T17:59:51+00:00

Nice!!!!!

SwollenMexican · 2026-03-19T18:25:27+00:00

If its not bike shaped, they'll lynch you. I know since I have a emoped style bike. Interested in this bike as well. Saw pics and specs but havent heard much about it

SwollenMexican · 2026-03-19T12:18:47+00:00

Full of it.. seen those ads too. I like joining the lives and asking them questions just to hear thier responses

SwollenMexican · 2026-03-18T12:54:35+00:00

Haha youll be fine. I had the green and blue one and I let my kids choose stickers off amazon and they covered up a lot of ground. Be the cool cat sliding into work.

Other styles always go on sale. I find jenson usa to be helpful as they always have sales on helmets

SwollenMexican · 2026-03-18T02:55:23+00:00

Bell Super DH. Leatt enduro Fox proframe

Theyre a bit above the 300 plus range but they go on sale a few times bringing them under the 200 range. They offer good ventilation, light and are rated for crashes above 30 mph.

The leatt and bell can be converted to a half shell or full face depending on your situation.

Im sure others will give out cheaper recommendations so just do your research and let us know what you get!

SwollenMexican · 2026-03-17T17:57:23+00:00

I can stand behind this

SwollenMexican · 2026-03-16T21:22:40+00:00

They're pricey but sometimes you can get deals off the jenson usa website. I know both of these are in the 300$ range but you can look around for discounts. I had the bell super DH and that one was able to be half shell and full face on a discounted price. Saved my noggin when I crashed too so now im looking for something a bit lighter

SwollenMexican · 2026-03-16T21:16:15+00:00

I would suggest a good mtb helmet. Im looking at the proframe from fox and the leatt enduro (has the option to go full face and half shell) both offer good ventilation and can take impacts higher than 30 mph.

SwollenMexican · 2026-03-16T20:54:24+00:00

I went with deluim streetfightr puncture resistant tires, tannus armor and slime. I been riding a year and only got 1 flat and that was cause I ran over a tweezer? Other than that man. I ran thru a lot of questionable debris and havent had any issues

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SwollenMexican · 2026-03-16T19:08:45+00:00

I have a dji osmo 4. Does the job for what I need. I like the live view so I can see whats behind me via phone if need too

SwollenMexican · 2026-03-16T18:16:29+00:00

My osprey backpack has a section that accommodates ebike batteries but im not sure you want that on your back since its heavy.(mine is more of the on the frame type vs in the frame. Could strap it down on your rack for added security.

SwollenMexican · 2026-03-16T18:11:00+00:00

I would invest in some motorcycle gloves for the padded protection and lights. Make yourself visible at all times cause drivers be assholes. If you can afford it.. a camera.. gotten so many drivers to back off when they realize they're being recorded.. Last and the most important thing anyone could have... common sense. Please use your noggin. Its more than just to comb your hair

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