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I do like the band Minor Threat (though prefer Ian's later band Fugazi a bit more) but not threatening anyone.<br />No overregulation just trying to make sure we aren't classifying something that really isn't a bicycle as a bicycle and causing issues for bicycles. I get that there are older people and such but plenty of places to ride where a throttle is sensible. We see a lot of riders who are septa and octagenarians and one who is almost 90 and they ride throttle-less e-bikes and no real issues and if they did need a throttle most of them ride on the road anyway so if they got a different bike they could get one. No need to be stuck to busy roads all the time I know that must be the only option it can only be on pedestrian and multi use paths and I guess a highway or something but there are plenty of lower traffic roads in a lot of places.
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Ok, unless the comments become more civil the thread gets closed. Argue all you want but no insults please. Thanks
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The only argument here is from an individual who is making comments that oppose state law in most of the US including the states of at least three of the individuals responding (maybe him too since I don't know where he resides). AFAIK, he opposes this type of bike because his shop doesn't sell them. He doesn't add anything but his bias as a Specialized dealer.
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I do like the band Minor Threat (though prefer Ian's later band Fugazi a bit more) but not threatening anyone.
No overregulation just trying to make sure we aren't classifying something that really isn't a bicycle as a bicycle and causing issues for bicycles. I get that there are older people and such but plenty of places to ride where a throttle is sensible. We see a lot of riders who are septa and octagenarians and one who is almost 90 and they ride throttle-less e-bikes and no real issues and if they did need a throttle most of them ride on the road anyway so if they got a different bike they could get one. No need to be stuck to busy roads all the time I know that must be the only option it can only be on pedestrian and multi use paths and I guess a highway or something but there are plenty of lower traffic roads in a lot of places.
No overregulation just trying to make sure we aren't classifying something that really isn't a bicycle as a bicycle and causing issues for bicycles. I get that there are older people and such but plenty of places to ride where a throttle is sensible. We see a lot of riders who are septa and octagenarians and one who is almost 90 and they ride throttle-less e-bikes and no real issues and if they did need a throttle most of them ride on the road anyway so if they got a different bike they could get one. No need to be stuck to busy roads all the time I know that must be the only option it can only be on pedestrian and multi use paths and I guess a highway or something but there are plenty of lower traffic roads in a lot of places.
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The only argument here is from an individual who is making comments that oppose state law in most of the US including the states of at least three of the individuals responding (maybe him too since I don't know where he resides). AFAIK, he opposes this type of bike because his shop doesn't sell them. He doesn't add anything but his bias as a Specialized dealer.
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Hence why they are mopeds not motorcycles. Motorcycles wouldn't have pedals, I was literally talking about actual motorcycles and riding them. It sort of flew over you. I would make some joke about not wearing hats but I do actually wear hats so it wouldn't be prudent...not gonna do it.
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Hence why they are mopeds not motorcycles. Motorcycles wouldn't have pedals, I was literally talking about actual motorcycles and riding them. It sort of flew over you. I would make some joke about not wearing hats but I do actually wear hats so it wouldn't be prudent...not gonna do it.
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It's an electric bicycle with a throttle, that you refuse to accept. Do not quote me again, as I've already stated that you're wasting my time.
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He reminds me of that guy who always ranted about Asian v. US made products, lol. I'm sure there's an ignore button here somewhere.
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That's my next step. It shouldn't have to go that far, but it is what it is (as they say) 🤷
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Everything on the subject has been said. No one is convincing others to change their opinion. The last several posts are unnecessary and have nothing to do with the subject. Thread closed.
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