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On a more positive note, one can get a 500W or 1kw e-bike and then insure it correctly. That is perfectly legal. I would have thought this is still more environmentally friendly than a moped/motorbike. But I wonder if anyone here has any experience of it being cheaper than insuring a petrol...

Out of interest, what is the status of bikes that have an "off-road switch"? These are normally restricted to 15mph, to comply with the law, but then can do more if a rocker is switched on. Could such a bike be treated as a non-licensed bicycle, as long as the switch is in the "legal" position...

No worries @mrthaggar - if you could edit the title of the first post, so that it is clearly marked as sold, that'll help other forum users. Thanks :)

I thought that, when I saw he was being quoted! In treating people simply as a resource to be made more efficient, and deliberately de-skilling the production process, Ford is arguably the inventor of modern capitalist drudgery.

Thanks for the info :)

Btw, if I fancied the extra range on the 14Ah battery, what is the replacement cost for that unit? Your site specifies £198 but I presume that's for the 10Ah capacity device. Presumably the bike electronics are otherwise the same between 10Ah and 14Ah, and they are charged by the same model...

Ahem! Assuming you're a Briton, stones and glass-houses come to mind. I somewhat agree with your position on the viability of electric vehicles, though of course they are only as green as their input energy, and they will also improve as technology improves. But the degree to which the...

@lemmy, thanks for your input. However I understand the front-powered Urban Mover and Wisper folding bikes are popular, and they look like great bikes. I believe what is being said on this point (and it is starting to change my requirements to a rear-powered MTB) but I'd have thought they would...

A lot of interesting points, but nevertheless scepticism about CC comes from the discomforting prospect of radical social change. No two ways about it, human society is scared of upheaval, and generally with good reason! But in so doing we worsen the deal for future generations, who have to deal...

Thanks for the reply. I think it is likely I will be back - I have been recommended by folks here to try a range of bikes, but I am struggling to find other products that are as good looking as the Sport, for roughly the same price point. Having previously really liked the Wisper and Urban Mover...

Climate scientists are pretty much in near-unanimous agreement here: that climate change is partially man-made, and that the application of the precautionary principle is probably necessary given the potential risks we face. These are: desertification, water resource conflict, and increased food...

Thanks Bob. Yes the only issues with the demo bike were things I think could be tweaked locally - a whine at high speeds from the gears or motor, and misaligned handlebars (were slightly rotated clockwise in relation to the direction of the wheel). The motor on the 20" folder didn't exhibit the...

@GeoffM - you might have seen on another thread that I've done so already - same day as you. Was a 60 mile trip from Birmingham, but thoroughly worth it. Whilst I think I really should try some other bikes, I am mightily impressed with the Sport model - responsive and loads of fun! Given that a...

Phew, thanks flecc! :)

Agree with @timidtom - EcoRepublic take their bikes out onto the village square in Buxton for show, and prospective buyers may take a demo model for a proper ride if they wish. Bob and Dot were really enthusiastic about their products, and for good reason - thanks both. I visited yesterday with...

Oops! :eek: Apologies one and all - I appear to have inadvertently broken a recently reposted rule about promotion of products. Sorry about that. Needless to say I don't have any cycle business to promote; I've not even bought my first e-bike yet! :o <smacked wrist> ;)

Thanks for the recommendation. Just tried to phone that firm though, and there are no demo bikes that prospective customers may try before purchasing.

Righty-ho, there is quite a bit of consensus on that. I am guessing front-wheel bikes are considered better for a sunny jaunt out than daily wet commuting! Will bear that in mind as I road test some bikes... thanks for your views, they are much appreciated.

Nice bike. Are those bikes available in the UK as well?

Is the silver box on the back of the seat column the battery - looks a bit small? Does look like a very nice bike, especially with the shocks and disk brakes. My only minor critical comment is the "Free and Easy" decal, which reminds me of taglines like "SuperHappyFun" that Far-Eastern...