D Bell

I've been taking my Batribike breeze on some fairly rugged trails (carefully!) - looking for something a bit more suitable - here's my previous post - https://www.pedelecs.co.uk/forum/threads/looking-for-light-weight-step-through-folding-mtb.41142/

Hi, I'm considering buying a Byocycle Boxer - would you recommend? Is it up to being take on MTB trails?

I've been put off it now when I realised it only comes in 18" frame size. I are right at the lowest end of the recommended height and am worried it will be too big for me.

Think I'm going to go with the Roodog Avatar, as it's currently selling at £1599 - https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk/brands/roodog/roodog-avatar-step-through. Does that seem a reasonable price given the spec? Anything I should be aware of given I've not bought a mtb for 25 years?

I'm now thinking the compromise I've going to have to make is going to have to be on the step through. So I'm now considering this. https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk/special-offers/byocycle-boxer-24-electric-folding-bike- or very similar https://www.whizzbikes.co.uk/folding/byocycles-chameleon-fdxl-folding-electric-bike-black.html

If I am happy to go with non-folding the roodog avatar looks good - https://www.electricrider.co.uk/products/roodog-avatar-step-throughj-electric-bike?variant=31262041079867 It's just a tad more expensive than I really wanted to go!

Bridleways, mostly. I've taken my existing Bike over Malham moor for example. Obviously it's not really designed for this! But I don't do this sort of thing often, and I already have one expensive hobby (horses) so not willing to spend thousands... I'm going to have to compromise somewhere, just trying to find the right option for me. I can't compromise much on the weight though - even if I get a non-folding, I need to be able to lift it on and off a rear-mounted rack.

Thanks, but I can only just manage to lift my current bike in and out of the car (got a bad back), so it's probably a bit too heavy.

Hi, I've currently got a Batribike Breeze, which has been great - but I'm thinking about buying another. I'm looking for something very similar, but a bit tougher & sturdier - a bit more capable of taking on rougher terrain. I have taken the current one over some pretty rough routes, just getting off and pushing when I have to (using the throttle to help when steep). I'm considering this - https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk/electric-bikes/folding-electric-bikes/basis-hybrid-full-size-folding-electric-bike-700c-wheel-96ah-battery---black-red - but it's still a hybrid rather than MTB, and I really wanted front suspension as well. Would I be able to swap out the forks? Any one got any more suitable recommendations (max £1500, max weight inc battery 23kg). 95% of my rides are on road, but I like the occasional adventure! I Would consider non-folding, but being able to just throw it in the boot makes trips out so much easier... I'm basically after a cheaper version of this - https://www.montaguebikes.com/product/m-e1/ TIA (my current bike - https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk/brands/batribike/batribike-breeze-lcd-electric-folding-bike)

Hi, could you not fit your existing bikes on a high mount rack that doesn't need a tow bar, like this one https://www.halfords.com/cycling/bike-racks/rear-mounted-bike-racks/halfords-rear-high-mount-3-bike-bike-rack-539061.html ? Presumably doesn't fit all cars, but doesn't need a tow bar. (you may also need a 'fake' crossbar for the bikes.)

I have managed to fix it myself without too much trouble - just needed to unscrew the little box hiding the electrical connectors and reconnect them. For anyone else interested in my original question, Dave Raynor cycles in Garforth do electric bikes, and do a pickup service.

Hi everyone, I recently had a minor accident on my Batribike breeze, and now neither the pedelec power nor the throttle work. There is damage to the mounting for the pedelec display on the handlebars, but otherwise no visible damage. The pedelec display lights up slightly when the power button is pressed, but otherwise completely dead. (the battery is fine). Can anyone recommend where best to get it repaired in Leeds? Or even better - is there anyone who does mobile repairs in this area? I thought halfords would, but it seems they only do brands that they sell. I have only found the bikeshop (http://www.leedsbicycle.com/workshop.php) so far, they charge from £45 per hour for electric bike repairs. Is that about the going rate? Thank you