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  1. Steve Bowles

    Dalston fatal e-bike crash rider 'going too fast' - Court Case

    The U.K. is relying on 19th century laws to prosecute 21st century crimes.
  2. Steve Bowles

    For Sale 2018 Riese-Muller Charger GT Nuvinci

    I am selling my Riese-Muller GT Nuvinci. This is a heads up as I will be posting photos as soon as the weather clears up. I am posting the specifications, and additional items, that are included in the sale. I'm too old now to get my leg over the bar, and my health concerns have convinced me...
  3. Steve Bowles

    For Sale 2018 Riese-Muller Charger GT Nuvinci

    Steve Bowles submitted a new listing: 2018 Riese-Muller Charger GT Nuvinci - 2018 Riese-Muller Charger GT Nuvinci Learn more about this listing...
  4. Steve Bowles

    Dalston fatal e-bike crash rider 'going too fast' - Court Case

    He was wrong for having a bike that could reach speed in excess of 15mph; he was wrong for not showing due diligence while riding at speed in an area with pedestrians; he was wrong for leaving the scene of the accident where a dead body laid in the street. He is wrong for blaming her. He's...
  5. Steve Bowles

    Police ebike checks.

    I don't trust British police and I wouldn't let them near my bike without a warrant and a lawyer present.
  6. Steve Bowles

    For Sale 2018 Riese-Mueller Charger GT Nuvinci

    I'm finding it more and more difficult to hike my leg over the crossbar of this brilliant bike, and therefore I am putting it up for sale. I am asking £2500 which is much less than the retail price of £4000. This bike includes the Bosch Nyon navigation kit, and two Klickfix bike bags. Photos...
  7. Steve Bowles

    Disregarding UK pedelec laws

    I had to kiss the road when I was turning right at a junction, and a Millennial female turned left in front of me. She barely slowed down as I was lying flat on the road. Two passers-by helped me to my feet, and got me on my bike. She was nowhere to be seen.
  8. Steve Bowles

    Disregarding UK pedelec laws

    This is only an opinion, but I think young e-bikers are more likely to break the speed laws, just as they do in automobiles. Taking risks is all about youth, because as you know, they are invincible. I'm not likely to fiddle with the speed restriction on my bike because I don't want to die...
  9. Steve Bowles

    Anyone dealt with Electric Bike Sales?

    I thought going through the dealer the bike was purchased from was standard operating procedure. I don't have any ill will towards my dealer, I just wish their customer service for online customers was better. They get rave reviews from the local customers of Cambridge, and aside from not having...
  10. Steve Bowles

    Anyone dealt with Electric Bike Sales?

    Just talked to the shop, and my strap was still sitting there after two weeks. Is there any wonder why British businesses have the low reputation for customer service that they do?
  11. Steve Bowles

    Anyone dealt with Electric Bike Sales?

    Has anyone dealt with Electric Bike Sales, or Eddie the owner? I configured my bike on the R-M website, and then had the specs sent to this company for ordering. When I received the bike I had to have a mobile mechanic set up the bike because it hadn't been touch by the dealership. It cost me...
  12. Steve Bowles

    For Sale Burley dog trailer for e-bikes

    Burley Tail Wagon bike trailer for dogs up to 34kgs (75lbs.). In an almost-brand-new condition, fully assembled, only been out on the road twice (and never with a dog in it). My dog is having NOTHING to do with it, prefers to trot alongside. Best suited to Springer/Border Collie/Small Lab size...
  13. Steve Bowles

    License for bikes ?

    I don't know how you can stop bad cyclists, or drivers, without putting them down. People break the law with impunity in this country. There is no criminal justice system. The 19-year old punk who killed the mother of three because he had no breaks on the front wheel of his bike showed no...
  14. Steve Bowles

    License for bikes ?

    If every vehicle on the road was subject to a number plate, an "irresponsible idiot" caught on video, and subjected to £1000 fine (employed, student, on benefits, etc), would surely have their attitude changed.
  15. Steve Bowles

    License for bikes ?

    The peer's suggestion is reasonable in theory, but as pointed out, would be difficult -- if not impossible -- to enforce in reality. I carry insurance; it's £20 a month, but it's cheaper than losing my home if I injure or kill someone by accident -- a 26kg bike (and 98kg rider) traveling at...
  16. Steve Bowles

    How Light do you ride.

    Available from Amazon ~£60. You'll need the e-bike adapter -- not expensive. Comes with Hi-Viz yellow rain cover in pocket.
  17. Steve Bowles

    How Light do you ride.

    My routes are pretty much aligned with Andy's -- cycle paths, Forestry Commission fire roads, old railway lines, so I don't worry too much about punctures with my Moto-X tires. So a water bottle, phone, Bluetooth ear buds, and a rain jacket if the sky looks iffy. Everything fits into a handlebar...
  18. Steve Bowles

    Riese and Muller

    Two of my neighbours, who are in their 80s, have the Homage models and have put 10,000 miles on them. They take their bikes to France quite often and are always raving about them.
  19. Steve Bowles

    Riese and Muller

    I have the R&M Charger GT Nuvinci. There is no better bike for the price. If you can afford it, look no further than any R&M product. They're an 11 on a scale of 1 to 10.