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    ZYCLE ebike on Indiegogo

    Is that supposed to be helpful?
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    ZYCLE ebike on Indiegogo

    I used to have an Ezee Quando II, which I loved. I got a Magnum Mi5 a few years ago and after breaking my leg, found that bike to be a bit large for me. I sunk $499 into the Zycle and hope to get it next month. I liked the smaller frame, especially now that I am just shy of 65. Does this ebike...
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    My Quando Battery

    So my first Phylion Li+ battery for my Quando died at 4-5 months. Basically, it worked well, staying green for most of my trips and then started going yellow and then almost immediately to red and cutting off at about 5 miles. My dealer replaced it no problem and I've been using the new...
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    My Quando has paid for itself. :)

    I have had my Quando for 16.5 months now. I have taken public transit to work only very occasionally during that time... almost always due to inclement weather. I have figured that this month, the savings of not paying for public transit have paid for my bike in entirety. Instead of a...
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    New York Cycle Messengers

    These guys are major jackasses. It would be one thing if they only tangled with motor vehicles or other messengers. But they don't. They are a menace to flesh and blood pedestrians, especially to the more physically vulnerable. I've had MANY a mixup with rude bikers and these guys give other...
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    Not sure my ebike is any quicker over my commute than a road bike would be.

    On really hot days, we have it better than regular bikers who heat up with the physical exertion AND pedestrians who don't have the benefit of the motor-generated breeze. A real plus for somebody like me who HATES the heat but needs to be out and about in it nonetheless. PLUS I get to avoid...
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    Not sure my ebike is any quicker over my commute than a road bike would be.

    Well, actually I have a Quando and although I LOVE it, without the motor I wouldn't want to pedal it much more than say, about 15 feet. I do understand that other ebikes are easier to pedal.
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    Not sure my ebike is any quicker over my commute than a road bike would be.

    I think there are different points of ebikes for different people. I used to use my regular bike for my 6 mile roundtrip commute. I exclusively use my Quando now for the same trip. I like getting to work sweat-free. And I also find that on the ebike, I am more apt to be alert for danger...
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    Lightest electric bike available?

    Lock? I don't know how one could lock that bike... but it sure is appealing.
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    Batteries and the cold

    About a month ago, I made a 12 mile round trip in -5°C windy conditions on my Quando, on a new Li+ battery. Some moderate hills were involved. Through Manhattan traffic, so lots of stops and starts. I was concerned that the battery would not get me there because of the cold. Took me about 30...
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    New ebike with older Phylion battery

    Would you happen to know at which temperature Li ion battery efficiency starts to decline? Is there a point at which the decline accelerates? I'm trying to assess when I should bother to bring the battery inside at work.
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    New ebike with older Phylion battery

    Temps in NYC have been about freezing lately. I keep my bike in my apartment overnight while it charges. At work, I must leave my bike in the cold. I'm guessing it makes sense for me to bring my battery into my office while I work. That way, the battery is warm when I begin my ride home...
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    Better performance in the cold?

    Is the decrease in efficiency a pretty linear process from some optimal temperature? Does the battery degrade differently in the cold air as well? Is there a temperature at which I shouldn't use my bike? or a temperature in which I should not leave the battery? For example, would it make...
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    My Battery is Failing

    So on the first charge, the yellow light came on at about 3 miles.... mostly flat riding with one big hill. I didn't condition the battery on the first charge cause I needed to use the bike again that evening without worrying about running out of charge. On second charge, yellow light came...
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    Awkward Moment

    If I like their looks, I'll sometimes say, "It's electric." If I'm not enamored of their vibe. I'll pretend to be enjoying the scenery, lazily looking from side to side. Or, if I'm really feeling vicious, I'll pretend to be studying my fingernails. Sick, huh? LOL
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    My Battery is Failing

    So when the green light goes on, the battery is no longer being affected by the charger? And it would be safer to turn the charger off just because it would be more stable and less prone to fire, etc.?
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    My Battery is Failing

    Yes, the battery is MUCH lighter. One more question.... after I've conditioned the battery, I will continue to charge after every use which is easy for me and I understand is considered optimal. If the light turns green before I retire for the night, would it be a good idea to turn off the...
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    My Battery is Failing

    SO... I just arrived home with my new Lithium ion polymer battery. NYCewheels replaced my defective battery. They say they just received my new battery today. All it says on the battery is: Li+ Polymer Battery 200809139 I am soooo excited. I'm guessing this battery is...
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    My Battery is Failing

    You're the best, Flecc. Thanks for all your support.
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    My Battery is Failing

    Thanks all for your imput. I spoke with the dealer on the phone today and they said they will not hold me to the exact 6 month thing. But I am concerned that they will tell me that the battery is ok after they test it. I can't do even 5 miles of flat riding in city traffic without the...