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I'm looking at 500w for extra speed. Here's the bike: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/New-2016-Model-City-S-500W-Superfast-Electric-City-E-Bike-700C-Wheels-Battery-/111886500938?hash=item1a0cf4844a:g:TQ4AAOSw-zxWp0xL I'm guessing/hoping it'll do an extra 5mph over a 250w?

Thanks guys. Most of your replies are for 250W bikes, but I'm looking to buy a 500W bike. I weigh 60kg. As it stands I'm leaning towards electric bike even though it's much pricier.

Hello everyone, I get tired easily, so I'm off to sell my mountain bike and get either electric or road. I'd value some input from experienced/knowledgeable riders. Road bike is cheaper, but might be more effort cycling? 1) I would like to know which is faster in a flat city? 2) Which bike would use less effort at 8mph, 15mph and 25mph, and why? 3) Physical maintenance costs with each option? 4) Can the battery and motor etc. get stolen relatively easily? I study in Oxford where lots of bike thefts occur 5) Do e-bikes require constant pedaling for constant power, or can you accelerate with a twist grip like a motorbike? If I get an e-bike I realise I'd need to get license, insurance etc. Thanks in advance for your help