How Can I Commute by Electric Bike? Tips and Reviews for Commuting to Work on an eBike

[@ThunderbolttheFox]

I converted a walmart MTB into an EMTB with a rear hub 1000w kit and a 48v 14AH battery. I did it because an e-bike has all the benefits of getting around town fast, with none of the expense drawbacks of requiring licenses, registrations, and insurance.

[@RB-sr1oc]

Solid tips. E-bikes got me bike commuting in 2017. Detroit. Maybe similarly bad infrastructure but less traffic vs LA. Generally 30-35 miles round trip which I do on Class 1 and Class 3 bikes. Lost 10 pounds the first season and have maintained weight since. Approx 50 days and 2,000 miles per year are now by e-bike rather than auto.

[@FlyRidesUSA]

R B nice! I really want to go cycle in Detroit after seeing the Jeff Goldblum show on it!

[@RB-sr1oc]

@@FlyRidesUSA Well if you ever make it I'll offer up a bike tour. And I've got a number of Bosch powered e-bikes to loan. Our bike infrastructure has improved quite a bit just in the last couple of years. Although it is still very fragmented.

[@FlyRidesUSA]

@@RB-sr1oc Just might take you up on that!

[@williamvan909]

The more EBikes on the road ways and streets everyone needs to stand up for 🚲 and call for better and More bill's passed For parking lots to park and charging the 🚲 standing up every one we all can make a difference.

[@tompaah7503]

Awesome video. Went from car and transit commuting to e-bike, 40 miles a day. Riese & Müller Supercharger HS. Takes some stubborness to do it in rain and freezing temps but so far the two daily rides always makes me feel so good so it's worth it.

[@FlyRidesUSA]

Wow! 40 miles a day is crazy impressive! Good on you!

[@TheChromeRonin]

Great video. I electrified my old mountain bike back in October last year. I was already riding some days, but I live on the top of a bunch of hills around Wellington (800m climb), NZ, so my unpowered ride into work (10KM) was about 25-30 minutes, my ride home was 45-50. If there was a headwind home, I just left my bike at work and took the bus. Since electrifying I,ve done over 1300KM, and I love it, and ride nearly every day that I can! Luckily most of my ride into the city is on shared paths, except for the last KM or so at either end, but under power my ride in is 17-20 minutes, my ride home is 20-25 minutes. In rush traffic, my drive in would be 40minutes plus each way and I'd still have to find time to go to the gym 8) One thing I would say is that if the main commute is in gridlocked or very slow traffic, it actually feels safer, because I'm moving faster than the cars. Its different if I ride in the weekend, then the traffic passing me feels very fast.

[@Liefpj]

I wonder how much it is to electrify my 10 yr old bike?

[@TheChromeRonin]

@@Liefpj A basic centre drive kit will set you back about NZ$2000, a hub kit might be cheaper. But make sure your 10 year old bike has good good brakes (At least disks) and at least a mountain bike style frame for strength.

[@cesarlomibao2662]

THANK YOU!!!!! This is an awesome video!!! I really appreciate you making this video!!!! I’m so glad I subscribed to your channel!!!

[@FlyRidesUSA]

Cesar Lomibao thanks for watching Cesar!

[@michaelminneapolis]

Another great vid - very useful - don't let your boss tell you otherwise!

[@FlyRidesUSA]

Michael Mingo haha I’ll make sure to show him this!

[@chrisstocke5078]

THANKS FOR HELPING TO KEEP US SAFE..🤓🤗❤️..

[@lzybstrd]

My Giant Fast E road bike was a bit of an impulse buy,I felt a bit guilty for spending so much money on a bike. Now after one year and 4500 kms I wonder why it took me so long to buy one,it’s the best bike I have ever owned. I love riding to wherever I want to go without worrying about hills or the wind.

[@FlyRidesUSA]

I felt the same way before I had an eBike. Even with industry prices I always balked. Now I can't stop riding!

[@pauliedriver4127]

Great info really love your page and style very helpful. Thanks for the being great! I’m a newbie with ebikes but I’m giving it a shot

[@deannalofquist4106]

Wow! Seriously informative!!

[@HectorSalcedo]

Safety FIRST! Thanks for putting together this video!

[@Themanfromglad]

I already commute to work daily, on my Stromer ST3. I use my e bike all year round in Canada so I have studded winter tires and proper attire for all weather action. Thanks for the fly videos!

[@FlyRidesUSA]

Thanks for wathcing Eric!

[@charlielandon8751]

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[@kaysenjaxon9571]

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[@charlielandon8751]

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[@charlielandon8751]

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[@mikekearsley2407]

Absolutely fantastic vid!!!!!! I just visited LA with my Brompton bike. I spent 4 days in Glendale and 7 days in Huntington Beach. Your tips on safe bike travel in LA are very good, Thanks

[@nelsjustason9559]

Great information especially on taking the lane.

[@dukeloo]

I now live in ABQ. My commute is 6 miles down from 12 mile one way. I got a belt drive and internal gear hubs. I love it. I still use a bluetooth speaker and I use Google Maps for routes. A great rule of thumb is 3-4 times a week. I don't own a car and used a motorscooter, or motorcycle as my alternative. I haven't owned a car since 2005.

[@briannaahlmark4117]

Smashing vid, mate. I've written all of these down and I'll be sure to look at them while I'm riding.

[@FlyRidesUSA]

Brianna Ahlmark nooooooooooooooo!

[@livedadyt10]

Good advise. Here in Milwaukee the drivers are pretty much courteous and accommodating. Weather is always an issue. Cold isn’t too bad, ice is. My big concern is locking my Como and not having it disappeare.

[@omprakashbiswas3254]

Rear view mirrors are must.

[@lizvickers7156]

You think you have problems in the US. At least your roads are wide enough to accommodate a cyclist. Here in the UK our roads are that tiny it's not possible to have a specific cycle line. Great video.

[@Nostrildomus]

I wrestled a brown bear at the carnival once . Never been to Los Angeles , as a commute before .

[@dukeloo]

Yes, I started commuting by ebike last year. I live in Denver so I commute in the cold, but not in the snow or ice. Yes, some LBS won't service bikes if you don't buy from them. I've found that Mobile Bicycle Repair services can fill your service needs. Since more bicycle companies are Direct to Consumer this maybe the route to go if you need to get your bicycle built and serviced. This has worked for me and the rates are very competitive. They have come to my work and home to service my ebike. The more you ride the better your commute will be. I use a bluetooth speaker to have some music on my ride. My commute is are mixed on a MUS and on the road. You can look me up on youtube and see my commute.

[@ilovephotography1254]

I appreciate the 411 of LA biking. You had shared a few valuable tips that I did not know. I have parked my car since 11/19. The only time when I have driven since a car since than is when I need to go some where with a passenger. I try to ride my e-bikes at least a 100 plus miles a week. At one point in your video, you had touched upon establishing a relationship with a local bakeshop. I had purchased two used e-bikes. One a mountain bike and the other a road bike. Both bikes were originally purchased from Fly Rides. When I called the shop for basic support questions such as could I buy a derailleur hanger, LA Fly Rides could not sell or let me know where to make my own purchase. I would like to think that this is a one time episode, however I was disappointed. BTW I did get a derailleur hanger from Amazon.

[@13yearsaprepperr.jtilbury.51]

Part time 100% I have a Harley a DRZ400 A 4x4 Mitsubishi and a 32foot RV and 3 emtb`s ,, all have there place ,, Great vid Merry Christmas stay safe out there Ron NSW Australia

[@asifalmeida3713]

A tip from a Scooter Rider from Sydney: if you commute using push bike at night try investing in a vest that has built in rechargeable led lights. 4 to 6 RED led at the back and same amount of white led at the front. I bought some from Amazon US and shipped back here in Sydney. Trust me you will look like X mass tree but people will pay attention. because people always pay attention if they see something out of the ordinary. So be weird, be seen and happy cycling....... Cheers

[@pallisg]

Great advice its also a Good idea with amirror, and a horn

[@ruairim7551]

It sucks that you guys have such terrible bike infrastructure, hope the government resolves that soon. I'm in Western Australia and the bike network here is amazing. I've just started doing an eBike commute to work 30km each way (18miles) and maybe 98% is dedicated bike paths or shared paths. At no point am I on roads with traffic. The government here is continuously improving the network and businesses generally have bike store rooms, charging and shower facilities. Every modern city should be like this.

[@kevingary7018]

:) ... It's gotta be tough dealing with the winter weather while commuting on an e bike in LA.

[@FlyRidesUSA]

Kevin Gary haha brutal! Sometimes it even rains 😤

[@brianbassett4379]

How anybody rides in traffic without mirrors is beyond me.

[@danielcollins9307]

Strobe lights can be a safety hazard to those that have epilepsy which can cause them to go into seizures putting them and those around them in danger. I'll never understand why people use strobes. Hope everyone has a great day 😀. -an epileptic.

[@Vilmir]

It misses advices on clothing for rain and cold :(

[@FlyRidesUSA]

Miguel Vazquez one of the benefits of LA haha. I love showers pass gear for rain.

[@crislindcoutho5455]

Thank you for this video! I live in Connecticut and I've been thinking of getting an e-bike to commute to work because cars aren't really my thing. Is there any particular brand/type of e-bike that you'd suggest for beginners? Just curious! I can use all the info I can get before I buy one.

[@sethtrey]

+1 on Google maps in LA. It knows all the good routes! And it takes me the same time to drive to work as ebike, but parking takes forever.

[@momoffour1164]

Hi. Just came across your video. I would like to start on getting my own bike but not sure what to get. I want to use it for work on a daily basis riding the bus and the ebike combined. I live in San Clemente CA and it’s kinda hard to commute as to where I live because of the uphill and downhill parts to walk to before I get to the bus stop which is very tiring. I would love to hear from you for any suggestions or tips on what specific ebike to get. Thank you!.

[@gradypicinich2404]

Awesome info. Quick question - what do you think is a reasonable upper limit for ebike commuting in terms of time/distance? I live ~20 minutes from the lab I work at, and my commute via car is ~30 min (22.8 mi) when traffic is clear. Google Maps tells me that with a conventional/acoustic bike, I'd be looking at 1 hr 45 min (19.9 mi), and it's been my experience with ebikes that those estimates can be reduced quite a bit.

[@velikdole9712]

You are looking at around 50 minutes with fast ebike.

[@electricchoppers]

Amen brother 😎

[@oscarorozcoorejel]

Yeah, saying don’t go ebike full time is super awkward casue I don’t have a car and I checked this vid out to see how to make this work

[@turbofan450]

7:22 calling a non electric bike an acoustic bike is one of the silliest things I've ever heard. Good vid though.

[@FlyRidesUSA]

Haha if you're not down for silliness then a lot of vids might not be for you! Thanks though!

[@ebikerider6273]

I always put led lights on my ebike and ebike speed be 50 on road.. on sidewalks should be 20

[@wimahlers]

From a Dutch perspective: So sad you buy a class 3 Ebike bike just to outrun motorised traffic. Note: I refuse to call it "keep up" with traffic when cyclists are forced to behave like motorised vehicles. On the flip side: Great to see more and more videos about commuter cycling in the USA.

[@wiilkasanadka10]

So it's pure pedal or a car? I sold my car and bought an ebike for transport

[@wimahlers]

@@wiilkasanadka10 So it's pure pedal or a car? No!

[@ItComeFromWithin]

I love the fact that he had to say, "This don't mean you can run over pedestrians". When you hop on the sidewalk as if their are really people hell bent on doing so. Lol

[@FlyRidesUSA]

In the city, we'll do anything to get to where we're going faster!

[@javiador602]

I wonder which is your favourite bike...( being honest)

[@FlyRidesUSA]

My favorite commuting bike at the moment is probably the Gazelle Cityzen T10 Speed.

[@truthsayer8918]

ebikes the chain falls off

[@MountainBikerBae]

❤️🧡💛💚💙

[@grantbarnes3678]

How is the boche connect app spelled?