Hello all i have joined this forum because after reading numerous posts i thought you were al very supportive of each other and it was refreshing how much help was offered 
Ok so, i am looking at joining the world of electric bikes. I will be honest and say its not because i have an overwhelming urge to get fit or a i want to reduce my carbon print and save the world its because i have a medical condition that is forcing me to reduce and inevitably give up driving.
I thought i was going to resign to public transport and around Stoke on Trent where i live its blumin awful. Put it this way, ive been using the bus for 8 days and i have already lodged a complaint lol i am a fussy bugger though.
When i discovered ebikes i immediately saw my independence coming back, then once i got over the price i thought how fantastic it would be to have one. I have spent hours reading reviews and waying up different options that suit my needs. Oh and a guy in my local cycle shop tried to talk me out of a ebike lol.
Specifically i am looking for
So as a result of all this i have found Juicy Bikes and went to test drive one today and met Bob in Buxton. A very nice guy, a great set up and very informative. I get the impression he really cares about the product.
After the test drive i was very impressed with the Sport version especially as it comes with a 36v 14ah LiFePo4 for just over £900. The frame ill be honest i was unsure about initially, but, it grew on me very quickly and by the end i liked it. It kind of reminde me of the Ariel atom lol.
The only critism which i discussed with Bob was the disk brakes wernt great and adjustable shock would be nice. The motor was responsive and i climbed a steep hill several times with no issues. I would love it if the bike did 30mph but then it wouldnt be in line with the law so not really an option.
I just wanted to ask if i was missing any other options out there that are as competitive as this bike? Remember back up service is important and after meeting Bob i have total confidence in this.
Suggestions welcome.....
Ok so, i am looking at joining the world of electric bikes. I will be honest and say its not because i have an overwhelming urge to get fit or a i want to reduce my carbon print and save the world its because i have a medical condition that is forcing me to reduce and inevitably give up driving.
I thought i was going to resign to public transport and around Stoke on Trent where i live its blumin awful. Put it this way, ive been using the bus for 8 days and i have already lodged a complaint lol i am a fussy bugger though.
When i discovered ebikes i immediately saw my independence coming back, then once i got over the price i thought how fantastic it would be to have one. I have spent hours reading reviews and waying up different options that suit my needs. Oh and a guy in my local cycle shop tried to talk me out of a ebike lol.
Specifically i am looking for
- a bike that looks sporty/mountain bike type
- Front suspension
- a decent hub and electric setup (i would rather spend more on electrics as i can simply replace suspension forks, brakes etc)
- Good quality LiFePo4 about 12ah
- Under £1000
- Throttle control as i want it to drive me places lol and then ill cycle uphills. Sorry if that makes some of you cringe but thats just how i want it
- Love to have speed on my side
So as a result of all this i have found Juicy Bikes and went to test drive one today and met Bob in Buxton. A very nice guy, a great set up and very informative. I get the impression he really cares about the product.
After the test drive i was very impressed with the Sport version especially as it comes with a 36v 14ah LiFePo4 for just over £900. The frame ill be honest i was unsure about initially, but, it grew on me very quickly and by the end i liked it. It kind of reminde me of the Ariel atom lol.
The only critism which i discussed with Bob was the disk brakes wernt great and adjustable shock would be nice. The motor was responsive and i climbed a steep hill several times with no issues. I would love it if the bike did 30mph but then it wouldnt be in line with the law so not really an option.
I just wanted to ask if i was missing any other options out there that are as competitive as this bike? Remember back up service is important and after meeting Bob i have total confidence in this.
Suggestions welcome.....
