rossbotha Posted April 20, 2019 Posted April 20, 2019 Hi, is there an e-bike forum on the "bike hub"? or a South African forum. They are becoming popular and Im considering getting one. Age and fitness catching up on me. Beer4Recovery 1
DieselnDust Posted April 20, 2019 Posted April 20, 2019 Hi, is there an e-bike forum on the "bike hub"? or a South African forum. They are becoming popular and Im considering getting one. Age and fitness catching up on me. no bru, down with apartheid. We an inclusive society here, viva e-bike ibike Pure Savage and Jackie Thamsanqa Maholwana 2
Ashchest Posted November 12, 2019 Posted November 12, 2019 So I was in Israel for a few days until yesterday and my opinion of e-bikes have changed, especially with regard to personal transport and the use of e-bikes to commute. Tel Aviv is buzzing with e-bikes and it seems to have become the norm and best alternative for inner city transport as opposed to motor cars and scooters. The foldable versions seems to be even more popular because they can be taken on the trains for those who need to travel longer distances. Prince Albert Cycles, BigDL, ChrisF and 1 other 4
bikebloke Posted November 12, 2019 Posted November 12, 2019 (edited) Hi, is there an e-bike forum on the "bike hub"? or a South African forum. They are becoming popular and Im considering getting one. Age and fitness catching up on me. there is one already .............https://www.moto101.co.za/ Edited November 12, 2019 by bikebloke Trunnion, Tatt, Ndlovu and 3 others 6
Ashchest Posted December 16, 2019 Posted December 16, 2019 (edited) My friend from Polokwane decided to build his own assisted mountain bike - converted a Totem he bought from Makro. I know it is not an "e-bike" but very close. Read here: Fiets met n twist Edited December 16, 2019 by Ashchest SwissVan 1
SwissVan Posted December 16, 2019 Posted December 16, 2019 (edited) My friend from Polokwane decided to build his own assisted mountain bike - converted a Totem he bought from Makro. I know it is not an "e-bike" but very close. https://youtu.be/IK7ChwH25xo Read here: Fiets met n twistLol nice project 80cc 2 stroke engineHave you bought him a Xmas present yet??He might want some disc brakes for Xmas???? Edit: on the front, not much room for a disc at the back Edited December 16, 2019 by SwissVan
Shebeen Posted December 16, 2019 Posted December 16, 2019 I'm very pro ebikes, even though I don't own one I see them opening up or sport to many more cyclists That is however, not an ebike, not even close. The concept of mopeds are not that new, and it goes without saying that unfortunately that will need a licence. GroenHoender, edkin and ChrisF 3
scotty Posted December 23, 2019 Posted December 23, 2019 CT TOURISM LAW ENFORCEMENT UNIT RECEIVES E-BIKES TO HELP FIGHT CRIME Western Cape Premier Alan Winde and Mayco member for safety JP Smith handed the Tourism Law Enforcement Unit electric bicycles on Monday. https://ewn.co.za/2019/12/23/ct-tourism-law-enforcement-unit-receives-e-bikes-to-help-fight-crime
travisza Posted December 23, 2019 Posted December 23, 2019 I'm very pro ebikes, even though I don't own one I see them opening up or sport to many more cyclists That is however, not an ebike, not even close. The concept of mopeds are not that new, and it goes without saying that unfortunately that will need a licence.You should see the guys riding these on the beach in Jeffrey's Bay. Too lazy to walk with their fishing gear so have decided it's fine to ride these on the beach. Seen them come close to taking out an unsuspecting beach goer on a couple occasions.
NotSoBigBen Posted February 3, 2020 Posted February 3, 2020 'That motor can literally twist and rip a bike chain to pieces' Just shaking my head but I'm sure it's only to help the old and infirm get to the shop and ride with their mates .... https://electrek.co/2020/02/02/jeep-unveils-electric-bicycle-1-5-kw-peak-motor/
MrJacques Posted February 8, 2020 Posted February 8, 2020 https://www.vitalmtb.com/forums/The-Hub,2/Former-Trek-Executives-Open-Letter-to-Bike-Industry-About-E-Bikes,10793
ChrisF Posted February 8, 2020 Posted February 8, 2020 https://www.vitalmtb.com/forums/The-Hub,2/Former-Trek-Executives-Open-Letter-to-Bike-Industry-About-E-Bikes,10793 VERY good read ! Friends bought two ebikes in Europe, early 2019. They were told that the drive is to limit the "motor power", rather than speed settings. As the speed settings can be over-ridden way too easily, leading the issues this gent refers to. Going to be interesting to see how this game plays out ....
Shebeen Posted February 8, 2020 Posted February 8, 2020 I'm looking forward to all the ebike haters evolving. Looks like it might happen sooner than later Prince Albert Cycles 1
Hairy Posted February 10, 2020 Posted February 10, 2020 My friend from Polokwane decided to build his own assisted mountain bike - converted a Totem he bought from Makro. I know it is not an "e-bike" but very close. Read here: Fiets met n twistthere is a guy that occasionally rides a conversion like that on the cycle lane in CT .... it is slow for the amount of noise it makes, smokes and stinks ..... just gross overall. the above is just my personal opinion based on my observations. mazambaan 1
Wheelie87 Posted February 10, 2020 Posted February 10, 2020 there is a guy that occasionally rides a conversion like that on the cycle lane in CT .... it is slow for the amount of noise it makes, smokes and stinks ..... just gross overall. the above is just my personal opinion based on my observations. This guy might disagree with you: Jackie Thamsanqa Maholwana 1
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