Just got the ebe1 and i am doing going with it. Does the Ebe1 compete with bikes that cost $1500+, depends. I think it shines in areas they don’t. Frankly If you are new to the ebike world I would 100% recommend the Ebe1 over anything else mentioned above (unless you are going to be riding on sand or you FOR REAL have a commute over 25+ miles and need to go faster on streets). However this bike is plenty fast, and it’s really more about slow/moderate cruising speeds and for me simply extending the distance I can go vs regular pedal bikes. twist throttle the entire way on a night out or whatever. It’s super fun and they are just amazing for the value. And frankly the RadMini, Sinch, Ecotric, Lectric, they are bigger than you think, so throwing them in a car or trunk isn’t exactly ideal. Even zipping around town they are big and bulky and heavy and cumbersome. And with the super fat tires, you’ll need a special car carrier rack, but not with the ebe1. That’s where this bike shines. You get 80% of the speed and distance for 1/2 to even 1/3rd the price, and it’s more portable and easier to dodge pedestrians without rolling up on some intimidating monster ebike.. You also don’t need gears with an ebike 99% of the time either. Majority of people with a RadMini or whatever similar bike just leave it in the high gear the entire time and will throttle/pedal up hills, unless you live in british columbia.
Anyway, i highly recommend. Buy it for your first or add to your arsenal of bikes, its awesome for the price and build quality is waaaaaay above what i expected and i have had several ebikes over the past few years. This is definitely my favorite for the value and overall fun factor and ease.
I just got my go Trax folding bike and I am so happy with the purchase. I live I a small town with a lot of hills. This bike actually has the power to get me up the hills. I was terrified use it at first but you get used to it real quick. By the second day I was zooming all over town. I think I might replace the seat because it gets uncomfortable after a while. I think it's a great bike for seniors or anyone who would be uncomfortable on bigger bikes.
Received without damaged (minor scratches on the seat pole, but no big deal). Easy to assemble (most can be done without tools, I only need tools to tight the pedals) everything is ready in 15-20min max. Come pre-charge 3/4 bars. Nice horn and front light (no rear light, hope they will add that in their next version). Everything folded, except the handlebar. There is no mode for the assist, only ON or OFF (controlled by the key). Speed can be control independently with the throttle. Also note that the bike come with 2 set of key, first is to turn on & off the bike, the second to remove the battery (they should use the same set). Take into consideration that this bike is not street legal in most area, due to the missing front & wheels reflector. Overall is a decent bike. Considering the price, I will still give it a five stars.