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Old 01-30-23, 04:44 PM
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There are classes of electric bikes.

If it has no throttle, must be pedaled, minimal assist, motor shuts off at ~15mph, uses traditional road tires - then I call it an e-bike or e-road bike.
If it has a throttle, pedaling not required, strong heavy motor, speeds beyond 15mph, 3"+ tires, Then I call it a moped, with pedals.
YMMV

On topic:
Human power will, hopefully, never be relegated to the category of Sport. It is too much fun. Walking, hiking, running, biking just give us a positive buzz, even before one considers beautiful locations to exercise that human power.
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