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Forum: Electric Bikes
05-09-24, 04:40 PM
Replies: 151
Views: 26,710
Posted By cat0020

Interesting to see the manufacturing process of a...

Interesting to see the manufacturing process of a large ebike motor factory in China.

Visiting Ananda in China to see how E-bike drive systems are made
...
Forum: Utility Cycling
05-08-24, 06:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,016
Posted By cat0020

Great things to come? ...

Great things to come?

https://newatlas.com/urban-transport/cityshuttle-epack-pedal-electric-quadracycle/

https://youtu.be/bgc-JOv6aWE?si=0XBkrri9sajDUrJS
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-08-24, 04:54 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 36,904
Posted By cat0020

My minivelo since 2017 ...

My minivelo since 2017
https://i.imgur.com/fPNHuvj.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/5FmZ68d.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-24, 10:18 AM
Replies: 9,062
Views: 3,149,684
Posted By cat0020

https://i.imgur.com/rNsz8Um.jpg ...

https://i.imgur.com/rNsz8Um.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/rZJgCMk.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/jemnX7c.jpg
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-08-24, 08:08 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 732
Posted By cat0020

I have a Rohloff equipped recumbent since 2016 or...

I have a Rohloff equipped recumbent since 2016 or so, have yet to get it serviced, granted that it's a folding recumbent that fits in a suitcase which I use when traveling to far away places....
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-08-24, 07:40 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,682
Posted By cat0020

I have been commuting on folding bikes regularly...

I have been commuting on folding bikes regularly since 2013 in NYC.
I carry my folding bike onto subway trains, buses on my commute.
I mostly fold up my folding bike to fit it into my wife's car...
Forum: Commuting
05-07-24, 09:32 AM
Replies: 15,704
Views: 12,413,904
Posted By cat0020

Little more (bike) traffic this time. ...

Little more (bike) traffic this time.
https://i.imgur.com/scfT0hm.jpg
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-07-24, 08:55 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 732
Posted By cat0020

Pinion's website suggest maintenance at 10k km. ...

Pinion's website suggest maintenance at 10k km.
https://pinion.eu/en/service-videos/
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-06-24, 08:17 AM
Replies: 162
Views: 12,424
Posted By cat0020

Another article about battery potting: New...

Another article about battery potting:

New trend making electric bike batteries safer

https://electrek.co/2024/05/02/theres-a-new-trend-making-electric-bike-batteries-safer/
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-06-24, 07:10 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 732
Posted By cat0020

Pinion is a gearbox, not a mid-drive motor,...

Pinion is a gearbox, not a mid-drive motor, Pinion gearbox is meant to eliminate the need for derailleur & gears on the rear hub, that way the Gates belt drive can be equipped to eliminate the chain...
Forum: Commuting
05-05-24, 11:12 AM
Replies: 15,704
Views: 12,413,904
Posted By cat0020

Thanks, it depends on the time of day. While I...

Thanks, it depends on the time of day.
While I was crossing the Manhattan Bridge, a major tourist attraction on a day with nice weather; I came across about a dozen of riders, that's mid-day early...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-05-24, 11:02 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 341
Posted By cat0020

You need to determine what type of cycling you...

You need to determine what type of cycling you plan on using the ebike for.
Is $5k budget necessary for your cycling purpose?
Honestly, with the advancement of battery tech, you don't need to...
Forum: Commuting
05-05-24, 09:04 AM
Replies: 15,704
Views: 12,413,904
Posted By cat0020

NYC commute last week.. ...

NYC commute last week..
https://i.imgur.com/KOpRofK.jpg
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-02-24, 06:20 AM
Replies: 162
Views: 12,424
Posted By cat0020

There’s a new trend making electric bike...

There’s a new trend making electric bike batteries safer: Potting battery & controller.

https://electrek.co/2024/05/02/theres-a-new-trend-making-electric-bike-batteries-safer/
...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-29-24, 07:05 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 732
Posted By cat0020

I've got one on order, expecting delivery...

I've got one on order, expecting delivery sometime mid-May.
The main advantage is the minimal maintenance the Gates belt drive & lack of derailleur.
$2k price tag is a great value for what it is...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-26-24, 10:24 AM
Replies: 151
Views: 26,710
Posted By cat0020

Yadea factory tour: The surprises I found at the...

Yadea factory tour: The surprises I found at the world’s largest electric vehicle maker
...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-26-24, 07:02 AM
Replies: 151
Views: 26,710
Posted By cat0020

No, I'm not Micah. It's just the title of the...

No, I'm not Micah. It's just the title of the article.
I have been to China many ties though,
enough times to determine their manufacturing process are not as most American thought they'd be.
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-25-24, 06:22 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,329
Posted By cat0020

Lectric XPress e-bike launched as $999 torque...

Lectric XPress e-bike launched as $999 torque sensor commuter electric bike

https://electrek.co/2024/04/16/lectric-xpress-e-bike-launched-as-999-torque-sensor-commuter-electric-bike/
...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-24-24, 04:52 PM
Replies: 151
Views: 26,710
Posted By cat0020

I went to China to witness the secrets of...

I went to China to witness the secrets of micromobility factories. Here’s what’s coming
...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-05-24, 04:42 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,130
Posted By cat0020

I see majority of 20x4" tire eMopeds are used for...

I see majority of 20x4" tire eMopeds are used for delivery folks in NYC & Hoboken/Jersey City area where I commute during the weekdays. Likely they are used with throttle operation 95% of the time....
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-15-24, 07:25 AM
Replies: 162
Views: 12,424
Posted By cat0020

Grin's Perspective on Ebike Battery Fires, 20...

Grin's Perspective on Ebike Battery Fires, 20 Years of Experience

https://youtu.be/j92Gt4VviSQ?si=vgPQlYStxNRtbDaX
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-15-24, 06:34 AM
Replies: 162
Views: 12,424
Posted By cat0020

I've seen it more & more, pedestrians not paying...

I've seen it more & more, pedestrians not paying attention to where they are going, focused on their device while walking, not looking before crossing the street..
We all know that plenty of...
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-10-24, 01:33 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 12,424
Posted By cat0020

Cero cost more than $4000 for the cheapest trim,...

Cero cost more than $4000 for the cheapest trim, the most expensive would be more than $12000.
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-08-24, 05:00 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,823
Posted By cat0020

It's adds about 2 lb. to your bike though.

It's adds about 2 lb. to your bike though.
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-08-24, 04:50 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 12,424
Posted By cat0020

I've been commuting between Hoboken, Manhattan...

I've been commuting between Hoboken, Manhattan and Brooklyn (Coney Isl.) on bicycles since 2013.
Traffic pattern for cyclists have changed drastically better for cyclists since.
The pace in the...
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-08-24, 08:38 AM
Replies: 162
Views: 12,424
Posted By cat0020

Bicycle Deaths in New York City Are at a 23-Year...

Bicycle Deaths in New York City Are at a 23-Year High

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/05/nyregion/nyc-cyclist-deaths-ebike.html

The rise in electric bike deaths does not appear to be the result...
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-02-24, 09:12 AM
Replies: 151
Views: 26,710
Posted By cat0020

Part of the reason they cost 30-40% less when...

Part of the reason they cost 30-40% less when purchased directly from manufacturers, cut out the middle man.
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-23-24, 10:50 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 578
Posted By cat0020

You would need a folding stem that allow a...

You would need a folding stem that allow a regular 1 1/8" stem to be mounted:
Both would add significant weight to the bike.

...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-21-24, 09:45 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,140
Posted By cat0020

I rode a Citizen Tokyo for years in my (4-6 mi....

I rode a Citizen Tokyo for years in my (4-6 mi. one way) commute in NYC.
The weight of the Tokyo never bothered me for carrying it up & down subway stations & platforms.
Personally, I find the...
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-20-24, 12:21 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,634
Posted By cat0020

It's a cargo bike, just ride it when you need to...

It's a cargo bike, just ride it when you need to go, not much need to transport it; unless you have a flat or mechanical that you can't fix roadside.
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-16-24, 07:29 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,450
Posted By cat0020

Why bother indeed, you're free to express your...

Why bother indeed, you're free to express your opinion,
but you can't expect others to have to agree with your opinion or respond to your demand for their opinion.



Right, so easy to find that...
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-15-24, 12:59 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 12,424
Posted By cat0020

Watch out: New Jersey bill to require all e-bike...

Watch out: New Jersey bill to require all e-bike riders to register, get insurance


https://electrek.co/2024/02/15/watch-out-new-jersey-bill-to-require-all-e-bike-riders-to-register-get-insurance/
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-15-24, 10:15 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,450
Posted By cat0020

My viewpoint isn't something you need to care...

My viewpoint isn't something you need to care about.
I've no need to disclose my opinion to you or anyone.
Like I said in my previous post: opinions are like a-holes,
everyone's got one and all of...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-15-24, 08:18 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 6,128
Posted By cat0020

As if thread started can not take another related...

As if thread started can not take another related direction?



I didn't start the discussion of 20" vs 16", but Ron certainly posted pictures (without chain on his 16", 10 speed mini velo)
...
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-15-24, 07:55 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,450
Posted By cat0020

As usual, you assume my personal views instead of...

As usual, you assume my personal views instead of reading the articles I supplied.
Articles I supplied may or may not represent my point of view, but you certainly think so.

If you have evidence...
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-14-24, 08:04 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,450
Posted By cat0020

i don't need to explain anything to you if you...

i don't need to explain anything to you if you can actually read the articles referenced in previous post.



If you're smart enough to read the classifications, they are pretty clear what is...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-14-24, 07:28 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 6,128
Posted By cat0020

Tire is printed 20x1.75, 47-406... that is a 20...

Tire is printed 20x1.75, 47-406... that is a 20 in wheel..



If you reference shimano/sram, you should post a link of the source.
No source, you're just full of BS.

if picture shown 30T is...
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-13-24, 08:02 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,450
Posted By cat0020

Pretty clear what his opinion of your e-bike...

Pretty clear what his opinion of your e-bike would be.. even though it's just an opinion, based on zero evidence.
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-13-24, 01:07 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 12,424
Posted By cat0020

Dutch police found a way to test e-bike power on...

Dutch police found a way to test e-bike power on the side of the road

https://electrek.co/2024/02/13/dutch-police-found-a-way-to-test-e-bike-power-on-the-side-of-the-road/
...
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-13-24, 09:57 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,450
Posted By cat0020

Here's a link to classifications from NYC DOT: ...

Here's a link to classifications from NYC DOT:

https://www.nyc.gov/html/dot/html/bicyclists/ebikes.shtml
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-13-24, 09:42 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 6,128
Posted By cat0020

If you know the thread, why didn't you just post...

If you know the thread, why didn't you just post the url?
make a reference, you need to provide the source, otherwise you're just full of BS.

BTW, picture you provided is not the same mini velo,...
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-13-24, 09:28 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,450
Posted By cat0020

I looked up some articles on "ebike vs e-moped",...

I looked up some articles on "ebike vs e-moped", most of them categorize e-mopeds are those without pedals.
Electric mopeds: the basics
Also known as ‘sit-down scooters’, e-mopeds normally look...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-13-24, 09:17 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 6,128
Posted By cat0020

Chain is not in the largest cog..

Chain is not in the largest cog..
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-13-24, 08:45 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 6,128
Posted By cat0020

Why don't you just post a picture of your 16"...

Why don't you just post a picture of your 16" mini velo with chain & rear derailleur in the 42T or 46T cog?
That would solve most if not all discussion about clearance issues?...
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-12-24, 08:05 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,450
Posted By cat0020

Throttle or not, as long as you can pedal to...

Throttle or not, as long as you can pedal to propel forward, it's a bicycle.

New study shows why electric bikes are great for managing Type 2 diabetes...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-11-24, 06:56 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 6,128
Posted By cat0020

That's not a 16" rear wheel nor 58t chainring nor...

That's not a 16" rear wheel nor 58t chainring nor a mid cage rear derailleur.
You're wrecking your own glass house.
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-08-24, 05:34 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,144
Posted By cat0020

No picture of the 10th gear??

No picture of the 10th gear??
Forum: Early Brifter Bikes - 7,8, and 9 Speed
02-06-24, 10:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 603
Posted By cat0020

I remember them to be great values for how much...

I remember them to be great values for how much they cost back in late 90's.
Even the frames were very nicely done steel frame, chrome stays and paint job like Colnago.
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-06-24, 06:52 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,280
Posted By cat0020

Curious, how often do you actually use that 53x42...

Curious, how often do you actually use that 53x42 gearing? 1%, less than 1%?
Does the chain & rear derailleur actually clear the rear tire when you're in that gear?
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-05-24, 06:18 AM
Replies: 1,066
Views: 1,048,656
Posted By cat0020

41 miles ridden yesterday, 3 hours total time...

41 miles ridden yesterday, 3 hours total time with a food stop along the way, about 1/4 battery capacity left; not bad for a $500 used ebike.
https://i.imgur.com/hYkOwvJ.jpg...
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