Yes. But the one I saw was the 500 version and only about £1k but why is it opposite?is it this one?
http://www.electricbikeconversions.co.uk/product/new-for-2017-fireball-1000watt-performance-e-bike-from-electric-bike-conversions-with-27-5-inch-wheels-copy/
If it is, it's similar to Andy Bluenoes' Cyclotricity Stealth 1000W.
It is philosophically at the opposite end of the Cube HPA Race albeit built in the same style. The Fireball has a gearless motor.
Let's leave the mechanical bikes aside, this guy explains the difference between types of motors much better than I can:Yes. But the one I saw was the 500 version and only about £1k but why is it opposite?
Hmmm. Best to stick with the Race then. Thanks for quick replyLet's leave the mechanical bikes aside, this guy explains the difference between types of motors much better than I can:
http://www.ebikeschool.com/geared-hub-motors-vs-gearless-hub-motors/
Don't take me wrong, gearless motors have their fans too but in general, motors must be used in their sweet zone, outside the sweet zone, motors turn more of your battery charge into heat than mechanical power.
The sweet zone of a gearless motor is roughly 15mph-30mph, a geared motor 8mph-20mph. The Bosch crank drive extends that with the gears on your bike to 4mph-28mph. Gearless motors are not so good on hills and in our congested streets.
One more thing before you make the jump.Hmmm. Best to stick with the Race then. Thanks for quick reply
Thanks. There is a lot to consider!One more thing before you make the jump.
It's not because the Bosch CX can be sweet between 4mph and 28mph, you need to take into account other factors too:
1. you can't just set the maximum speed of the bike like you can with the Stealth or the Fireball. You need to buy a dongle and/or find a sympathetic dealer who accepts to guarantee your bike after it is derestricted
2. You don't have a throttle on the Race, that means you can't just stop pedaling and ride on throttle when you are too tired.
3. Maintenance cost is higher because of wear and tear of the transmission.
one more thing, Chinese crank drive bikes are also worth looking into.Thanks. There is a lot to consider!