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Hi again, Just logged on again and seen everyone's replies - thanks for all the pointers and advice. For me both simple leads and more techie input is fine, because some of what I don't understand now may make more sense when I actually start using an electric bike. And it's great that people take the time to reply - I appreciate it. I'm not on the ground floor, but have a lift, so that should be ok. I'm in London, and so will see what bikes I can take out for a test ride. I don't know what the etiquette is about commenting on particular bikes on this forum, but I've seen this one online and if anyone has experience of it (reliability, ride quality) I'd appreciate your opinion. PRO RIDER E WAYFARER ELECTRIC FOLDING BIKE 48KM RANGE | eBay I've been told about how good the Brompton is as a lightweight folder, but then have also read that the handlebars can flex strangely, and I don't know if converting it to electric would make that worse? And also that most e-bikes have a tendency to get damaged around the brake handles for some reason? Maybe the thing would be to hire one for a while and get some experience of it all. My budget isn't a lot more than £700, and I'm also open to a good condition second hand bikes. Thanks again for the leads... Best wishes and happy new year!

Hi all, this is an interesting website... I used to cycle a lot when young - over the Alps! and around London - but recently i have been finding it difficult to do due to health reasons. I'm thinking of buying an e- bike to keep a bit fit and need it needs to be a folder so I can keep it in my 1 bed flat. I wonder whether people could share experiences and have any advice of which folder might suit me - female, 5 feet 2inches, aged 59... Something not too heavy, or too expensive but reliable for occasional rides of up to 10 miles, maybe twice/week. I'd like to be able to do some pedalling, but use the electrics when I need. Many thanks.