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    Anti-tuning measures

    Disagree here, petrol or electric mopeds accelerate quickly and holds 45 kmph effortlessly. Speed Pedelecs on the other hand, the Bosch ones I've tried and also own one of, are capable of 45 kmph but require a lot of effort after 35-38 kmph. No, they don't belong with 80 kmph automobile...
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    Anti-tuning measures

    Most European countries forbid Speed Pedelecs on bicycle paths. This is a real problem, if you live in the countryside or a suburb where the only two options to town is a busy 80 kmph road or a bicycle path. Forcing bicyclists with Speed Pedelecs to share the road with heavy traffic is nuts...
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    Anti-tuning measures

    So, updating firmware in the future would be risky for those already owning a derestricting device. New firmware could lead to in the best case that the derestricting device stops working as intended. In worst case it could halt the engines operations until reset by a dealer and void warranty...
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    Wanted: Riese & Müller Charger GX Rohloff HS

    Thanks for joining in Dan! Some comments: The Curry yellow Charger was my first e-bike love. No matter what I will always feel the Supercharger is aesthetically a second class choice. I am seriously considering stripping the bike after warranty ends and powder coating it in yellow. But I doubt...
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    Wanted: Riese & Müller Charger GX Rohloff HS

    Thanks both of you. I've reached an agreement with my dealer and they will be sending me the new Supercharger GX Rohloff HS instead. IMHO the frame is bulkier and not so pretty as the old one but in all other aspects it is a slight upgrade.
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    Wanted: Riese & Müller Charger GX Rohloff HS

    Ordered this bike in mid november and NOW (!!) R&M says they aren't producing it anymore so they can't deliver. Anyone know a UK bike shop that would happen to have this bike? I know it's made on order but if anyone might have a demo or used...