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[@danielasal2783]

I'm not even halfway through this video and I learned more in 9 minutes I'm watching this video then I have learnt spending all maybe a hundred hours of watching videos and reading stuff online to learn about the different types of e-bikes a different types of motors. Thank you sir thank you sir thank you sir amazing video I'm going to go back and watch the other half I can't wait to see what I'm going to learn. Thanks so much for clearing up a lot of unanswered questions and saving me probably another hundred hours of research. And yes I'm going to like share and subscribe because you put in your time and effort that's the least I can do to thank you

[@Area13ebikes]

I'm happy to help! That's why we are here - changing lives - one ebike at a time.

[@jumboadmirer6213]

I know right, how good is this guy! Ebikes are such a big cash investment, I'm so glad I just watched his breakdown before hand.

[@Area13ebikes]

@British Naturalist Thanks for watching!

[@TheStoneWhisperer]

@British Naturalist - I love his videos, but I'll never understand why people feel the need for the music 100% of the time. I think anytime you're speaking, music mutes or is VERY low. I've seen much worse videos with louder music than this, but it was a tad bit annoying I agree.

[@MrVizziato23]

@@Area13ebikes Hey as everyone else has said, Great informative video and thanks for taking the time to make it. I happen to come across the ebike Sondors and was wondering what you thought of the MXS model that they sell. Seems like they gotten a lot of good reviews but being this would potentially be my first bike in a long time and 1st ebike ever was curious about your opinion? Thanks in advance

[@letsif]

This was a great review. Please though, ditch the music

[@Adam-qu6wx]

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[@JohnLeBlancCan]

Agree; I want to hear the excellent speaker and not be distracted by noise including musical riffs. KZbin information videos should be no different from a good face-toface lecture.

[@deborahbarry8458]

At least make the music quieter. Please.

[@NoZenith]

I agree, tone down that music, even the intro I had a little trouble focusing on what he was saying

[@williambreen4290]

Lol yeah that Outdoors feel good John Denver / Bob Saget take your golden retriever for a nature walk music was obnoxious!

[@JSLRSMNW]

Great video! I've been an engineer for 55 years. Just got "into" downhill mountain biking which is great but getting up the hills is no fun at 73 years of age. Don't want to donate a kidney to buy a proprietary bike so I will be "electrifying" one of my $300 (12 year old) mountain bikes. Thought I'd done my research but this video taught me a lot more! Thank you!

[@LayerZeroDesign]

How did that downhill go on a $300 MTB?

[@TheEdub.]

@@LayerZeroDesign Since you made assumptions, I will as well. He says he is 73 years old so I will assume that he probably rides more conservative and doesn't have the desire to bomb downhill launching off table tops and doubles, whipping high berm turns and caring about posting videos on social media. Maybe his $300 purchase suits him just fine.

[@johndrake5734]

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[@TheEdub.]

@@Another-Address I wish more people could have your life knowledge, awareness, and humility. Keep living your life happy and proud sir.

[@deanstockert1592]

This video has given me more information than any other video I have watched. Mainly he isn't trying to sell a particular e-bike, even though he does carry Bolton brands. He cuts through all the hype and explains the science of the e-bikes and several different propulsion and battery systems. He explains the 10 things you must know about an e-bike that has prepared me much more to make the purchase than anything I have seen on the net. Thanks

[@DoesMamaKnow]

That was the most straightforward, logical, and informative assessment of eBikes I've seen yet. Very well done. Thank you!

[@tomcat52963]

HUZZAH!

[@xvsupremacy7190]

Yes indeed , could you use Permanent stabiliser wheels on an e bike please ?

[@chrisliddiard725]

One thing to add, you'll still pick up punctures, and on an ebike this can be a chore . The product 'Green Slime' is a self sealing compound you can put in your inner tubes. Also I would also invest in puncture proof tires.

[@bobvail4071]

Highly recommend Ride-on.com for a good permanent tire sealant.

[@OslerWannabe]

Excellent overview, just what I've been looking for to get myself up to speed on e-bikes. As I begin to educate myself on e-bikes, it's become clear that buying one is not a simple proposition, contrary to what the advertisements suggest. Not only do you need to consider the attributes of the contraption as a bicycle (something that most of us can do from our balls-out riding days), but you also have to consider all the variables introduced by the electronics - the different types of motors and drive trains, their geometry, location and different modes of operation, but you really need to dust off your old undergrad physics to wrap your head around power, force, energy, covfefe, torque and work, the one part of physics I never really enjoyed (and I have a degree). The summary in this video is very clear, and logically presented. I'm going to just transfer screen shots to my phone to serve as an agenda when I start visiting shops. Good work, sir.

[@mikado1950]

Without exception this is the most informative video on e-bikes that I have ever seen. Well done on setting the gold standard. Clear, concise and informative in a very engaging way.

[@alangee2200]

Superb review - thank you ! . . . but hell, ditch that music ! I learnt more in nearly x9 minutes than any dealers / shops have ever told me ! Good job man ! 👍 🤣🤣🤣 🇬🇧

[@henryschwartz6387]

This was one of the better "general" explanations of e-bike mechanics that I've heard/read.

[@dansalas399]

This has to rank up there on one of the most comprehensive overview of key items to know with ebikes. I’ve had my ebike since 2017 and I still learned from your tips! Thank you and I’m now a new subs. :)

[@mattwiley3385]

You rock! I only had one concern about purchasing my first E bike and now you have really educated me with your 10 question video. You made it so clear and simple. Right to the point and in a way anybody can understand. Thank you

[@jumboadmirer6213]

QUALITY! That was by faaaaaar the number one best ebike explination video I've seen. Well done mate, keep up the great work.

[@Zodliness]

I acquired one yesterday, that seemed to have developed an intermittent fault. The front wheel would stutter and not power up while riding. I noticed that the small plastic magnet disc was mounted quite twisted, the hall effect sensor mount had also been knocked and was bent away from the disc. As a result of 2 minutes tinkering, I got a really good condition ebike for a fraction of its true value. It pays to diagnose and repair your own eBike.

[@killertofu]

Zurkster which one do you have ?

[@JuCarlos-ex8ip]

I agree

[@MaxGoddur]

Do your research before buying your E-bike. My wife and I wanted to ride bikes in our retirement years. We live on a slight hill nothing crazy just a small hill and wanted to use the electric bike to help get up the hill on the way home. So we purchased 2 Voltbike Interceptors. Turns out my wife was not comfortable riding the bike so hers sat in the garage while mine got a couple of rides for the first year. The following year placed the bikes on charge and the next morning unplugged the charger but nothing so I checked the other bike and the same thing. I contacted and a short conversation Voltbike and they told me the battery packs were not charged during the time period (it was my fault) they sat for the winter and that caused the failure of the packs. Of course, we went back and forth for a very long time with no solution. They wanted to sell me two new battery packs at the cost of 1200.00 dollars and that is without shipping or taxes. They pawned me off on some guy in China with the pretense of help but that was a waste of time. So no pack just two bikes in the garage not ridden anymore and life lesson learned, at the cost of over 3000.00 dollars. Pick your vendor carefully or you might end up in the same predicament.

[@monicapatri9813]

Look, I have the Aston Rider mid-engine and I've been using it quite well. I have changed it from my folding 16 wheel to 26 mtb and now into a 24. My husband changes the kit in a few moments by tightening one screw/nut, everything is connected and the screen has a cell phone charger, you can resolve your problem with AstonRider kit

[@MaxGoddur]

@@monicapatri9813 sorry but no idea what this means "you can resolve your problem with AstonRider kit"?

[@mistabionerd8813]

VoltBike customer service is atrocious, will not be buying a bike for wife from them, nuh huh

[@billhawkins8663]

I now take lithium batteries and battery packs inside during winter months, and I keep them on floating chargers. I have had many Segways and I learned this trick fast! It's no fun spending 2k to get rebuilt or new battery packs. Lithium batteries like warm, not hot, and hate cold! But there is a trick that some lithium battery aficionados know. Take a look online at youtube videos regarding reviving them.

[@miguelservetus9534]

Not clear as to your issue. Rechargeable batteries, particularly lithium, do not handle prolonged periods in cold weather. I have had an electric bike for ten years and still with same battery. Take the into the house during winter and periodically recharge. Try to keep the charge between 30-70% but avoid completely discharging and overcharging. Why was this the manufacturer’s fault?

[@normawingo5116]

I’m trying to learn enough about Ebikes to change my older Trek bike into an Ebike to help restore my health, your channel is a big help with that, thank you.

[@donaldrobinson4458]

The easiest conversion would be a front wheel motor. Though these are usually throttle only, no pedel assist, although you can still pedel while using throttle. The whole idea of having a bike is to get some exercise.

[@Area13ebikes]

Thanks Norma! Glad we were able to help.

[@Area13ebikes]

@@donaldrobinson4458 Thanks for chiming in there. The best part is ebikes give you the ability to get exercise and to have more fun!

[@farshimelt]

@@donaldrobinson4458 Fro me, the whole idea of having a bike is the freedom to go nearly anywhere, anytime and not depend on anyone to take me. Excise is incidental, it comes with the territory.

[@ruwdbouy]

​@@donaldrobinson4458 If you rode your bike to work everyday then swapped it for an ebike, you will lose most of your fitness, and probably need to replace it with something like playing sport or a gym membership. But many ebike buyers aren't upgrading from a manual bike, some are selling their car and commuting to work on an ebike, also injured and moderately disabled people are using ebikes, as manual bikes aren't an option. You can still exercise on an ebike if you want to, especially accelerating off the mark, and up hills etc

[@hearhersmith5486]

First time I’ve watched on You Tube who truly knows what he is talking about. Really informative and concise. Never mind comments about music , I was to busy listening to what was said.

[@Gazzoid]

Agree 110%

[@FaceWarp]

I'm not sure why there are comments about the music. Anyone concentrating on what was being said should have been able to hear his voice clear as a bell. I'm an old fart due for a hearing aid and I heard every word. If I was going to make a suggestion about the music, it would only be to use more Zeppelin.

[@Lajazz947]

@@FaceWarp Zeppelin, great comment 😂😂😂

[@syketherocker]

50+ year experience bicycle mechanic here who runs a neighborhood hobby/business shop out of his garage and does a lot of work in the surrounding area. Now starting to learn about e-bikes because some of my clientele are getting interested. Very well done video, picked up quite a bit in watching. Going to be building my own over the winter (mid-drive Bafang conversion of a single-speed I put together for short distance errand running.), and you've given me quite a bit to think about. Glad you didn't touch on front drive setups - the thought of those things scare the hell out of me, as the headset/fork is not built for that kind of force.

[@twinfanhovercraft]

Every time I show someone my e-bikes the first 2 questions are how far will it go and how fast. I try to tell them that it is not an easy question to answer. But in the end it is just easier to tell them 20-40 miles depending on how many hills. I have drained the same 52v battery in 18 miles and as far as 85 miles depending on the hills and what powersetting I am using that day.

[@davey2k12]

I hate them questions well simple answer Would you put 20 of fuel in ya car before doin a 100 mile journey .....you build it for how long ya wanna travel for Bigger or more batteries is like bigger fuel tank

[@Area13ebikes]

Average chargers included are around 100 watts. But it depends!

[@davey2k12]

@mike brink ya need to be more precise it's not that simple

[@davey2k12]

@Chris Duane you always gonna need more or ya didn't calculate the range you want so you made it half the power you actually want prob cus of up hill and these Chineseium 3 phase inverters cud be inefficient...i might do strip down but then again I'm only using laptop cells crap lasted for about 2year and end up with high resistance cell in middle of pack no BMS just balance charger 😁

[@davey2k12]

TBF who wants to travel 10miles plus, I wouldn't very uncomfortable plus some arseholes in cars and plus here to many hills so shud of spent 500 + on the battery lmao

[@jimsteele9289]

Geez, and I thought that I knew what was up as an engineer. You made it straightforward, obvious and simple. Thank you.

[@Area13ebikes]

Thank you Jim Steele! Don't miss what is coming next - I've got more fun where that came from.

[@soldiermanize]

@@Area13ebikes Hi I have a electric Road bike how much would it cost to get it modified. Don't want to be ripped off just wanted to make it last

[@judybrown9691]

Thank you you for this useful description of factors to consider before purchasing. I would like you to add weight as a factor. As a 5'3" 70-year-old female, I would like to have a bike that's not too hard to maneuver when it's not under power. Also the ease to get on and off the bike (step through or not), and whether the bike has a walk assist that isn't too fast. Our other considerations for those of us who aren't as strong. I am hoping to find an e-bike, that works pretty much like my existing bike except a bit of help going up hills. I don't want something that pedals for me as I want the exercise anyway & Don't want to go very fast. I think it would be helpful to discuss the classes of bikes, as many cities are beginning to control that on bike paths. So if you make another video I would love for you to have a part two, that discuss these elements further.

[@deborahbarry8458]

Ditto ditto

[@martyguimon6112]

Finally someone explained what to really look for when buy an E-bike

[@coopthompson]

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[@rogerdepass9028]

best E Bike video I have seen in the last 7 days of researching..... Thank You.

[@saulrico1059]

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[@Area13ebikes]

Thank you Roger dr Pass

[@DonnyBWise]

Best most insightful and articulate explanation on the various terms, e-bike components, and what they mean and what they're used for to catch up a novice e-bike rider, owner or curious person to the world of electric bicycles with a limited grasp on what it all means! Superbly done informative e-bike video!!! I greatly appreciate your thoughtfulness to break things down as you have. Thank you!

[@mirikifayenbois8919]

You are so very good: content, delivery, fluency. Most impressive. As others already mentioned here, I learnt more in a few minutes of your video than with any other videos I watched so far. To thank you and show my appreciation I watch the pop up ads past the "skip ad" button

[@kevinspires1941]

Extremely informative. I am considering on buying an Ebike and had no knowledge of what to look for until watching this video

[@jonnno2439]

The information about batteries is very welcome. When I bought my first e bike,many years ago, I was on a budget and the range was about 20 miles, but the battery degenerated quickly and was of no use in about 12 months. My latest e bike I bought about 4 years ago, but I paid a lot more. It has a panasonic, 30ah 36 volt battery,which when new could have gone about 60 miles. The point is, now, about 4 years on,its still fresh enough to probably go about 30 miles, and still has the same feel of power as when new.

[@peterryan7827]

Thanks, i am making a note for the Panasonic ,battery.

[@nicohovse4204]

I been diggin for days trying to learn about E-Bikes, this is by far the most informative video without a bunch of mindless drivel. Well done!

[@darrellsaturnbigfoot]

Gawd, thank you. Wife and I are buying two Specialized this spring. You totally put it in to a perspective I can understand.

[@Area13ebikes]

You're welcome!

[@pddellow]

buy the ride1up bike!!

[@richardfrederkind4005]

This video cleared up a lot of questions that I had when comparing one e-bike with another. I weight 240 lbs and want to make sure I am not going to pick an e-bike that is under-powered.

[@somaquatro7429]

I'm planning to buy one reliable e bike next year when my pension arrived.now i know the important things i have to consider to satisfy of owning an e-bike...i'm happy that i found you're video and i hope too see more videos of you soon.thank you very sir!

[@tyecook9630]

I used to be so opposed to ebikes but now I want one because I'm 52 years old and simply don't have the energy that I used to....big hills are not easy for me anymore and I love the freedom of being on a bike so the help would be welcome...

[@denodan]

I am 64 and still heaps of energy and go up hills. Ebikes are for lazy people and for those who dont like to keep fit. An ebike makes you lazy

[@delemerson9306]

@@denodan what a bullshit comment! I'm retired, 64 and have a bad knee and hip which I'm not in position to fix at this time, yet I still love bike riding and my ebike allows me to get out daily, get excersize and enjoy life. I have friends with minor disabilities that can do the same with the aide of an ebike. Your disability is evident the moment you open your mouth.

[@denodan]

@@delemerson9306 like I have said many times. Ebikes are for old men, those with some sort of disability or to lazy to get plenty of exercise. There is no way you can be a fit as someone with a manual bike. To get fit you need to work hard and push hard and push yourself. An ebike does the hard work so no way can you get a good fitness level. Sure you can turn it all off and pedal normally, but when you have an ebike and being so easy you become lazy and never see anyone turn of the electrics and just pedal. I like the fact am 64 and fit enough to beat electric bikes on a manual bike. Hills I have no issues and hills are a great fitness workout. Ebikes you just dont get the same fitness levels. You become lazy and rely to much on assist pedalling or not pedalling at all. Also got to watch what ebike you get. Come to buy a new battery and may find you cannot get one making the bike useless. No issues here with a manual bike. Sure if you have a disability then an ebike is great. But for most only get an ebike because they are just lazy. What the best fitness level you can obtain then dont buy an ebike. They make you lazy.

[@marce4458]

Dennis Rogers You are an opinionated wanker!

[@doubtingthomas51]

This is the gold standard for informative excellence.

[@kathleenryan3673]

I am long time road bike adventurer who has somehow turned into a senior citizen with bad knees so looking into ebikes. I found this youtube very instructive. It will be helpful for my search.

[@edwardrowlands5803]

Really enjoyed the tutorial. Learned more in 10 minutes than all the time I have wasted on other e-bike websites. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. Aussie Ed

[@xcelaahmuthini7793]

This has to be the most informative video I've watched on any product I've done research on....PERIOD!

[@ttlaqui]

in french, we'd qualify this video as very "didactique". Dunno if it is the same word in english, but it meant you were able to make a complicated topic very simple to understand. Thx for that.

[@georgiosantonoglou6400]

Glad to see the french embracing greek words.Διδακτικος (Didaktikos pronounced).Means to be able to convey information by teaching complex material to an audience i.e students and so on .

[@joehoman3]

I learned a lot in a relatively short video. My wife and I have been planning to get e-bikes for some time. Will definitely revisit this video before making a new purchase.

[@jameswalsh9579]

You give the most straight forward info on e-bikes. Also honest. That's what I like about your videos! Thanks

[@Area13ebikes]

Hey James! Thanks for watching! We're happy it has helped.

[@timwildman5758]

Music? Video was SO informative! I didn’t even notice any sound but the ‘teachers’ voice! Great video! Thank you! Coming up on almost 2 MILLION views certainly makes sense.

[@bobserfass5906]

This video took me from no knowledge to a vast knowledge. Easy to understand with great advice.

[@claudiapine759]

This was super helpful! I didn't mind the music, in fact I hardly noticed it cos I was so focused on all your great information. This might be the clearest youtube explanation video I have ever seen! Please keep it up, I haven't decided on my ebike purchase yet but I have a really great feeling about Bolton now!

[@larrywhitesidejr.4046]

Best video i have EVER seen about buying e-bikes. This answered every question I have ever had and has helped me make my decision on EXACTLY what to look for in an e-bike. I am buying multiple bikes so this will be a huge purchase.

[@Area13ebikes]

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[@buxtro7]

Most informative e-bike video I've seen by far this video increase my knowledge for e-bikes by tenfold in comparison to what I knew before I gained much more knowledge about my pedal-assist 500 watt Hub motor e-bike than I could squeeze out of the distributor or manufacturer with a vice and a cheater bar...

[@Area13ebikes]

Awesome Buxtro C. ! Good to hear you learned some valuable information. Put the vice down....

[@Bobkork]

Beautiful run-through. Best in the world so far, and I have spent ages on getting solid, qualified info on e-bikes. Thank you!

[@Area13ebikes]

Hi Bobkork! Thanks for watching. Happy to help.

[@greg6925]

About to take a rattan battery apart tomorrow.

[@neilrankin9945]

Thanks for the video. Range is also determined by weight of the bike.

[@ProffesorBlue]

I sell cordless tools for a living, do not underestimate the importance of the Amp Hours, we have seen the testing results, it's not just about longer run time, the tool industry has had 18V since the 90's. Lithium Ion helped, but the big gains came not from increasing the voltage but increasing the amp hours jumping from the long running industry standard from 3 to 12 for larger motors and tools that are now even replacing gas operated machines, even powering table saws. Motors like higher amp hours, I have heard them run with different batteries same voltage but over double the amp hours it was like night and day, and they are doing exactly the same job at the same speed too. One customer swapping them out told me it's like finding a whole new gear torque wise for the same tool. Three bike stores have told me don't worry about amp hours, well I have seen it first hand. It's a major variable that is being downplayed. I would never buy less than 12 Amp hours personally.

[@edsandri]

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[@BikeHelmetMk2]

That's probably because lithium batteries have a discharge curve. As you drain them, the voltage dips and you get less power. With your 12AH vs 3AH example, you're going to have full power at least 4x longer. (Actually even more than that - the curve typically accelerates towards the end.) I would take higher AH just so you don't have to think about recharging as often. Most lithium-ion 18650 rechargables top out around 4.2v, but if you drain them almost completely they're at around 3.2v - there's a significant power difference there.

[@tysonbear]

You wouldn't buy less than 12 ah battery but at what voltage? Is there a ratio to keep in the sweet spot?

[@ProffesorBlue]

@@tysonbear Well 48V seems to be working for just about everybody, 52V(see JUICE) might get adopted in the next generation, personally I think a 52 volt 21amp/hr with 21700 cells would the most you could ever ask for on a EBike, anything bigger and the weight/power/size ratio no longer pays off.

[@therookienomore88]

Think of it differently. Watts=amps x volts. Power output you're referring to is Watts - where Watts is a function of amps and volts.

[@NorskiNorskiNorski]

Absolutely the best explanation I've seen yet on Ebikes and what I need to know to make an informed decision on my purchase.

[@gym_bob]

Before I watched this video, I knew nothing about ebikes....I just knew that I wanted one! I am older and don't have the leg strength I use to have so having something that's power assisted would be a Godsend! God Bless!

[@tanzanite8908]

Just started looking into e-bikes. This was excellent info, thank you! It’s nice to get an education video instead of a sales pitch!

[@evanwindom3265]

Love the content, and the informal "chalk talk" feel of the video.

[@paulsegovich1533]

I just came across this video and i just want thank you for having people call their local shop to see if they work on them, I work for a powersport dealer and we receive walk-ins all the time with people who have bought e-bikes, scooters, atv's and motorcycles on-line expecting we will work on them, there are many reasons why we won't but the biggest its because they are not reliable, yes i'm sure there will be people who disagree but that's your opinion and this is mine

[@teresaelcock3752]

Truely worth listening to this video, it explained many myths that I was totally unawares off giving me the confidence to now fully explore the myriad of ebikes available on the market

[@salsegura3023]

As someone interested in purchasing an ebike, I found this to be tremendously informative. I hope to make my purchase in the next couple of months, after a feel I know what I am looking at when I sample different rides/equipment. Thanks!

[@wyndward]

I forward this video for anyone considering buying an ebikes. Excellent balance of specific and general information. The most important point is up front. Local bike shop and online seller ebike support factors is deceptively important to your long time enjoyment.

[@zyphercozzi7089]

Just starting to look at e bikes, and there’s a lot claims and prices. This video helped me gain some good know quickly.

[@AndThenSome71]

Guy, I've learned so much about these bikes from your videos! Thank you for being so informative in such a simplistic way. I've really got my eyes on the Rad Rover fatbike. Thank you again.

[@gwhitcutt]

Your explanations of battery capacities were spot on. I was talking to a dealer the other day who did not know anything about AMP HOURS - a key factor in determing how long a battery can provide power. Instead, he kept diverting to other topics.

[@Vorkandor]

Lose the music, it's distracting from all the great information you're presenting. Otherwise great video

[@captdan25]

...YES !!! SOME OLDER FOLKS DON'T HEAR AS WELL. FOR ME, TOO MUCH GUNFIRE AND ROCK AND ROLL. LOSE THE MUSIC OR TURN THE VOLUME DOWN. VOLUME IS COMPETING WITH YOUR VOICE. PLEASE.....

[@3XPOSINGTHETRUTH]

just turn it down at least

[@mikeyfiftythree6237]

Vorkandor ...I tuned it out.

[@TheAlexdx7]

Just needs to give it down

[@onlysublime]

I didn't even notice the music. It's not bad.

[@janetm2969]

I am such a newbie to all of this, and your succinct explanations make me feel so much more prepared to continue the quest for 'my perfect e bike'! Thank you!!

[@janetm2969]

@Chang. Not yet. DOST LOOKS GREAT, BUT VERY EXPENSIVE... Also, I have to look into local regulations for e bikes, as well as decide how many months of the year I will use it. Winters here are cold, rainy, and long...

[@andremedeiros4275]

Watched 4min and it was already more explanatory than all the other full videos I've watched. Great content!

[@davidcollins1853]

Just want to say "thank you." You solved a lot of mysteries about ebikes. I'm hesitant: Don't live in a big city. No local support. Just want entry level to get a feel then invest in a better ebike...

[@Area13ebikes]

Email us at [e-mail] and my team can help you choose the perfect ebike for you.

[@pbandjrsm]

@@Area13ebikes I have been researching an ebike for some time now and every time I think I’ve narrowed it down I see a new video or a bike I haven’t seen before. I just want an inexpensive but not cheap ebike that will help me on hilly single track rides. I was really into mountain biking when I was young but now I’m in my 50’s and just need some help when it gets too steep. I will also use it camping to ride to the beach or the store. Do you have a goos solution for my needs?

[@andycapo9you]

I'm making my money by replacing the cells inside Bosh, Yamaha, Brose and many other manufacturers which pretends HUGE amounts of cash for outdated new batteries. ALL of the brand batteries talks tho the 'mother ship' and you can only replace for another, same brand/model, one. Just replacing the cells inside (tricky job), you get away with a new battery, most of the ties with more range than the original! I will personally recomend batteries build around Samsung 35E cells for top capacity/price. You gan get a slightly better overall performance from the MJ1 cells but at almost +40% cost. Batteries made out of Samsung 35€ wil be in general, lighter in weight compared to other cellswith less capacity. Cheers!

[@stevenlundrigan3977]

Andrei Gauna Adamson how is the quality of LG Chem cells?

[@BASSISTRICKBOZZO]

So glad I haven't purchased an eBike before I watched this video. So much good information and now I feel like I can make a much better decision.

[@Sean.Turtles]

0:40 Service 2:04 Upgrades & Aftermarket Parts 2:47 Power 5:09 Motor Types 9:16 Pedal Assist & Throttle 10:31 Pedal Assist - Rotation vs Torque 12:06 Battery Quality 13:04 Battery Style - Proprietary or Not? 14:40 Battery Capacity 16:24 Range Claims Don't Matter

[@kaitlynhope8344]

this was the most informative video I have seen in three months of researching ebikes. Thank you for the enlighten!ent

[@PaleoGreenByrd]

As someone looking to buy my first eBike for myself and then my family, this video was extremely helpful. Thank you.

[@kristinkern3848]

Your video is so clever,choked full of inofrmation and makes me feel like I can make uninformed decision when I go buy one for myself this Mother's Day! Thank you.

[@aaamediamail5552]

Your video is so clever, CHOCK full of INFORMATION and makes me feel like I can make AN INFORMED decision when I go buy one for myself this Mother's Day!

[@Lajazz947]

@@aaamediamail5552 thanks You’re taking away 10 seconds of my life that I’ll never get back by reading your useless reply 😂😂😂

[@rhondamartin6461]

I learned so much from watching this video. The battery info & hub motor info is much appreciated. You explain it so anyone can easily understand.

[@brendadalglish2346]

Fabulous guide to prepare for my first ebike buy. You covered the critical essentials in a coherent, knowledgeable way with the right amount of detail for a long-time cyclist about to become an ebike newbie. Particularly appreciated your simplification of the voltage, amp hour and watt considerations in the relationship to battery range! I've subscribed and can't wait for your next one. Many thanks Brenda

[@CaptainCraigKWMRZ]

Great review! You actually answered questions, unlike hundreds of other channels that just show young, beautiful people riding carefree along an extinct volcano. I need dependable transportation to and from work in an ugly urban area. And I live on the 3rd floor and will need to remove the battery and haul it up stairs to charge it. Thanks for keeping it real.👍

[@MaritzaPons]

Thanks for your instructions. I am 68 years old female and learning which e-bike is the best for me. I really appreciate your video.....

[@Jjayforbes1]

This is the most informative bike video on the web!

[@KevinReillyRN]

Thank you for such enlightening information. You reference purchase costs but don't necessarily compare bikes based on costs. Any thoughts to doing some head-to-head comparisons with some of the leading or best-selling bikes in each class? Thank you for providing a quality service to the growing bicycling community.

[@seanholmes1642]

As an English gent , I do not usually comment but I must admit this video was informative and top notch!

[@AussieDad79]

This is exactly what I needed to understand what I’m seriously thinking of getting into!!

[@gregoryhill7553]

ln a word: EXCELLENT! totaly understandable great flow, no ums,lol, you go!

[@Area13ebikes]

Thanks!

[@douglasmarquez3978]

LOL

[@alexanderketcham5250]

Thank you for taking time to present clearly something you obviously are passionate about. I am building a quadracycle/ all terrain e bike w padal assist for my brother who was in a car accident many years ago. I love designing and fabricating however many of the things you explained were lacking a clear delivery anywhere else as peoples agendas regarding e bikes are often quite different. Thank you for taking the time you did to put this together.

[@yn7139]

A very good step one. He’s well spoken, makes good points, begins to clear up the battery, ag, watt confusion.

[@JimiCanRead]

"I know of one online brand with a 30 day warranty and if you have a question they send you to a Facebook group..." - it would be more useful if you named the brand so we can know what we're getting ourselves into - otherwise people might buy from that brand not realising, or avoid other online brands with great service because they think that's the one you were talking about

[@hasan_z]

@First Munch in England the throttle isn't legal on a bike used in public places, it must then be registered as a moped with DVLA (registration plates, MOT, insurance, motorcycle helmet). That means no riding on cycle lanes

[@hasan_z]

I'm assuming Scotland will be the same or similar

[@thetubmarine]

Super late - but it was probably Sondors, they changed to a 1 year warranty though in the last year

[@SuperSpecialty]

Jimi Can Read F facebook

[@russhowison4215]

@@thetubmarine I think Corey is correct. I asked Sondors a question about their XS model and they just referred me to the Facebook forum group. the folks on the forum were helpful but I found it a bit strange...

[@julianpulvermacher2750]

Really interesting, clear, comprehensive and well-presented. Please ditch the music though-distracting and annoying. A lot of worthwhile information to consider. Thank you!

[@TwitchRadio]

Thanks for the video, that really sums it up.. I'm a disabled Veteran, and miss riding my bike and cant wait to get one of yours. Thanks for the video and keep up the great work.

[@sgordon8123]

Very useful stuff - thank you. I test drove an ebike today and really think this is a tricky purchase which needs careful thought. I am especially curious about about the response of the motor to torque effort rather than speed. On my test ride it seemed to make a big difference which gear I was in which now makes more sense.

[@jeffjenkins7979]

In 20 minutes I learned more than the many hours of former searches. That was good info. Thank you!

[@MrTeff999]

Excellent! One thing I would like people to understand is that the government doesn't ban manufacturers from making more powerful motors or higher speeds, it just doesn't classify them as ebikes; they are classified as motorcycles.

[@maddogannie]

This was an incredibly helpful video, thank you! I'm just starting to shop for an electric bike, and your video has helped to clarify what's really important. Hopefully it will save me from making any big mistakes too.

[@leahles4865]

this was so incredibly helpful, I can't thank you enough. I am about to buy my first ebike and im trying to learn as much as I can. I see that you made this video 18 months ago, do you have an updated one?

[@CharlieArehart1]

Yep, he did one in early 2020, indicated as a "part 2" - kzbin.info/www/bejne/pJOYoJZ9itSDqLM

[@gilfrenette8637]

Awesome video

[@mramigo098]

So, it's near the end of 2021, and this 2019 vid is still - by far - the most informative of any found on the web ...

[@radiohobbyist13]

You have succeeded in talking me out of ever buying an ebike. Thanks for saving me a few thousand bucks. 👍

[@jdellis6511]

Why do most Ebike KZbinrs not talk about front hub motors? I built my Ebike using an old Kona Lana'i mountain bike. Cheap Chinese front hub (1000w) 36 volt battery. Thumb throttle. I have to say that I've never rode any of the other setups. So I can't really compare the differences in the setups? But I will say I like the front Hub. I started out utilizing the motor to assist my rides a lot. Now I just use it when I start off or on a steep grade. At times when I have the need for speed. Very informative video. Thanks.

[@eltoro747]

Prejudice, I guess. I have never really heard anyone complaining about their front motor. I must admit though I went myself with a midmotor because I read it was better at climbing. Articles write that front motor is not that powerful while forgettng to mention that it gives You AWD. Common opinion is that You need a robust fork for a front motor and because of the dropouts You might have a trouble since it might not fit in the dropouts depending on the fork design.

[@seanpeine9258]

That is what I am thinking about upgrade my old bike with a front hub was hoping he would address it. All the e-bikes are so over priced might as well be buying a car. The front hub looks like an easy do it yourself option.

[@eltoro747]

@@seanpeine9258I think when You buy a hub motor You also need to buy the controller - sold separately. With a Bafang ot TSDZ2 midmotor the controller is integrated.

[@Vanadium]

Well most E.Bike channels also dont talk about what motor is good for different situations like you dont want to have a hub, front or rear when you actually doing MTB stuff with it.

[@oceansuniii2260]

In my front hub kit, the controller is built in to the battery mount....no extra wires, etc.

[@DontDKant]

I am saving this for life, this single video taught me all what I ever need to know about ebikes. Thank you so, so much !!.

[@vickygrooman7966]

I do have a question, thank you! I'd like to get my husband an Ebike for his 70th birthday, yes I said 70th. He is 6'7, 230 lbs, will not be doing mountain rides (pretty much just regular street rides in a mildly hilly city) and for sure will want low maintenance or somebody else to do the maintenance. What Ebike do you recommend?

[@uittyman]

I'm considering same for my uncle given his age... Think the most important thing is safety so I've been thinking of something with not too much of a kick.... A bike between 350w to 750w should do.

[@raleighkellyc9375]

Hey how about tricycle no.I'm just kidding .take him to a shop that specialize in e bikes have him try several different e bikes to get a feel .maybe try a low impact e bike .maybe one requiring very little effort to operate .and I was just kidding about the try cycle

[@zapatavive8957]

@@raleighkellyc9375 Hey in a few cases three wheelers might be the best option, I’m 74 and looking cool is not the most important thing anymore.

[@salty7056]

Your explanations are very clear. Really helps an ignoramus like me.

[@wdb7187]

Very clear, very helpfull! Starting to go electric can be somewhat of a gamble and not many people are lucky enough to get it right the first time they buy an electric bicycle.

[@scottymccall9172]

Very informative but still a little foggy on my understanding. A little more time and I’ll be there. Thks so much for taking the time to educate us

[@PCPAyLOAD]

Total E-bike noob here. Thank you so much for the video!

[@jamielcarter8348]

thank you for all the information. I have been researching motorized bicycles for a couple of weeks. I was on the verge of just giving up. Thank you for changing my mind!

[@ThePellon]

Just shared to say thank for opening my eyes I am leaning toward getting an electric bike I am in the process of the thank you for all your suggestion

[@SuperTheProtector]

Great Post! Many of the questions I had were answered. Thank you for taking the time to post this.

[@Area13ebikes]

Thanks Canadian Bacon! Glad I could help

[@terryhunt6749]

As someone who has owned a cheaper ebike with a rotational system who has now moved to a better torque sensor I can say the torque is far superior system. On the rotation system you pedal but the speed you go is down to the bike settings, on my old bike there were 3 power settings that basically gave me 8, 15 and 18mph - it didn't matter what speed you pedalled you had to go one of those speeds. With the torque sensor you are totally in control and can go whatever speed you like and get assistance depending on how hard you pedal - much better and, in my opinion, safer. No worries about the bike suddenly moving because you've moved the crank so a magnet has moved by the sensor!

[@MrRocco1974]

Please repost without the background music. ...Nice information though.

[@jayturner3357]

what's wrong with the music? I like it. It's not like you can't hear him or anything.

[@mike300406]

whats with people and the music give it up my god

[@ThatguyNice]

What Motel 6 commercial music? I was locked in on the info. That's all I heard.

[@Area13ebikes]

​@@ThatguyNice Hahaha! I don't use their music. Good ear though. Glad you locked in on the info!

[@Area13ebikes]

I thought all the adventurous ebikers liked music...hmmmm - guess I may have to rethink it.

[@MyDateCoach]

Great vid. Thank you for the detail and care. I now have confidence in the purchase I’m making regarding parts, service motor and bike. Giant roam 2 with a balfang electric kit purpose built from a local retailer. Thanks from Melbourne Australia.