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Yes, the site has been updated and the max weight for the bike is: 19 Stone and 10 pound and it is not 22 stone based on the new figure on the website. Mabsey

I got a reply, so that clears that up: Hi Dave Thanks for pointing this out it is an error and I will get it changed straight away. The true capacity is 140 kg. About 22 stones. Best regards David Miall Sent from my BlackBerry® wireless device Mabsey

I was looking at point 9 on this link: Electric Bicycle (Wisper 905SE Mountain Style) - China Electric Bike, Eletric Bicycle, Lithium Ion Electric Bicycle in Electric Bike & Parts Maybe this aint exactly the same bike? Mabsey

I just read that the maximum capacity a 905se should have is only 14 stone. Could someone confirm whether this is the case? Mabsey

So would I have to set it on 8 and then gently turn the pedal to make it go full speed, or is level 8 pretty much constant power on? On the forte they have a Tri setting and I want to know whether this cruise control 1 to 8 will do the job otherwise I will ask 50cycles to do a custom and fit the tri mode onto the Forza. Mabsey

Thanks for the cool video link flecc, I've been looking for something like that for a long time and has dampened my fears about bike size. Ok, so more questions time On the Forza there is the easy assist mode where you can set it from 1 to 8. If I was really lazy and set it on 8, how much effort do I have to put in peddling? I'm thinking after a hard day at work, I may want to glide some of the journey home with as little effort as possible? Mabsey

Well I got some good news My company just introduced a bikes for work scheme meaning I can get up to 40% off a new bike. This sort of discount is now making me think about my options again. Once question now, is the Forza Weather Proof meaning can I ride it in heavy rain without having to worry about Electrical failure? Mabsey

Thanks, I know pete said that insurance was a yearly premium, but then on a 16 mile commute ride everyday (8 Miles each way) how long before the battery of my e-bike starting to show signs of not holding its charge, and how long before I was back on the web looking at spending another £200 to £300 on a new battery so its swings and roundabouts there in terms on annual premiums. And to answer about the frame size issue, unless you are riding a Torq, looking at pictures of a 6ft guy on a 17inch frame looks quite ridiculous. As I've already said, it looks like your riding a BMW bike with large wheels. You have only got to take a look at this guy on a Wisper to know what I mean: http://www.wisper-bikes.co.uk/Resources/bike3.jpeg Yeah sure you can jack the seat right up like his done, but look where the frame is sitting, it just looks odd. Mabsey

Well, sorry everyone. I really really tried to get my head around an electric bike, but in the end I have gone with the option of a 125cc Auto Petrol Scooter. At the end of the day for £1400, I've got a Scooter, my CBT Course and Accessories. Insurance was only £247. I really did want to go electric and commute to work on the cycle paths and had the Forza in my sites, but the more I thought about it a looked into the cost of a normal bike, the more I was swayed away from an e-bike. Thanks everyone here for there advice over the past couple of months. My Main Reasons for not picking an e-bike were: Frame Sizes too small. Cycle Lanes are a disgrace. I did a couple of test runs in my normal bike and the amount of rubbish in the lanes was quite worrying. Security for when it gets dark when I'm on a £1400 e-bike. The thought of punctures in the rain. Price compared to what I could get in a normal bike for the same money. Mabsey

When I asked 50 Cycles about the turbo modes options I was told simply, that there is a little connecter at the base of the bike that you can pull apart which removed the limiter so not so much of a button, but I've read some have put it as an option on the handlebars although I dont know how legal that would be seen considering they couldn't prove you had you finger on the button. Mabsey

Ok, thanks. I saw the pic of the 6'2 and it's not too bad. For me I'm only 5'11 with a 29 inch inside leg so it should be ok. Now I just need a 4 easy pay option or I have to get saving Mabsey

Basically if there are any owners out there who are around 6ft tall and have a pic of themselves on a Forza, could you let me know? I'm concerned about the 17inch frame size and would like to see what someone of a similar height looks like on the bike. Thanks Mabsey

Everyone, stay clear of this site. Checked it out and the site trys to grab anything you have got stored in your clipboard. Mabsey

You asked about the 9% with no plans currently. Well before I took the poll I had £1500 burning a hole in my pocket and I came here to read reviews, look and other users experinces etc and to be fair, the more I read, the more it actually made me realise the bike I want isn't out there yet. You've seen my thread about frame sizes and this is a big big factor as I dont want to look like I'm riding a BMW and 17inch frames are just too small. Yes I could get a dutch bike but they dont have the features I want, so I am now sitting on the fence with no plans currently until something comes along and changes my mind. Mabsey

Well, I've been reading the forums for a while, I've looked at all the bikes and the one I really want just isn't available. Ideally I would like the following: 1) The looks of a Wisper 905e 2) A 22 inch Frame Size 3) The components of the Ezee Forza 4) Back wheel driven electric motor 5) Turbo Switch on Handlebars 6) 3 Power Options as per the Ezee Forte Point 1 to 6 make up the bike I would like, so I guess I'm going to have to build it myself unless someone can recommend something thats going to give me most of that with the looks and frame size being important? Mabsey