Sure, but you get what you pay for here. If you spend $500 you’re gonna get a disposable piece of crap. If you’re willing to step up to a nice brand (Rad bikes have a decent reputation) then you’ll get something that’s going to last several years, and the expendable parts (motor, battery, chain, gears, tires) are all replaceable. Theoretically, if you keep replacing those parts, a good e-bike will last forever. Whether or not you live near an e-bike repair shop is definitely a factor to consider, though.
I agree wholeheartedly with everything you just said. Truthfully, I would like one that folds but is suitable for off road. Like my partner rides theirs to work daily. I wouldn’t want to ride on the streets here it’s too dangerous for my taste. I do, however go fishing in some pretty remote places.
Sure, but you get what you pay for here. If you spend $500 you’re gonna get a disposable piece of crap. If you’re willing to step up to a nice brand (Rad bikes have a decent reputation) then you’ll get something that’s going to last several years, and the expendable parts (motor, battery, chain, gears, tires) are all replaceable. Theoretically, if you keep replacing those parts, a good e-bike will last forever. Whether or not you live near an e-bike repair shop is definitely a factor to consider, though.
I agree wholeheartedly with everything you just said. Truthfully, I would like one that folds but is suitable for off road. Like my partner rides theirs to work daily. I wouldn’t want to ride on the streets here it’s too dangerous for my taste. I do, however go fishing in some pretty remote places.