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Originally Posted by flecc
I like both types but for different purposes, depending on whether cycling pleasure or power and performance are the priority.
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Originally Posted by ElephantsGerald
I like Cheddar and Edam, although I'd prefer a good Cheddar to a bad Edam. I like Stilton too...
But seriously, ignoring the issues around rider input (or not), it seems to me that the biggest differentiator between Panasonic and Hub motors is the maximum average speed obtainable. From anecdotal reports (on this forum) its seems that the Panasonic gives a superior 'biking' experience in all respects except speed.
Would it be too much to hope for a Panasonic powered bike that could achieve higher average speeds? Are there technical reasons why this would not be possible?
IMHO a Panasonic powered bike that could achieve the same or better average speeds as a Wisper/Torq would be the ultimate best bike, no competition possible.
Regards,
Elephants
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For me (subjectively) the better bike would still be the Wisper/Torq. The delivery of power through the Panasonic system is, in part, counter-intuitive which detracts from the experience. Equally, that slight delay between human input and motor reaction reduces control and 'feel'; not a problem with a hub motor as the two inputs are physically dislocated. With a throttle you can add power as and when you want it, rather than when the machine wants to give it to you.
In other words the cycling pleasure as well as the power and performance are (for me) superior on the Wisper/eZee models.