I Purchase my ebike over 3 years ago and I enjoy riding it. The first time was a thrill since I had never ridden a moped, very comfortable seat, quiet, and quick power. What's exciting is having all that in a mode of transportation that doesn't rely on gas and doesn't release toxic smelly fumes; just charges though a common household elecctrical outlet! There is a great sense of freedom in hopping on an ebike and riding off effortlessly, though I also have acquired a very deffense, cautious attitude to ride safely.
As far as distance goes, I tend to keep it charged because I don't want to be hindered in case I want to go other places while doing my commute. The power doesn't just quit/shut off like a car running out of gas anyway, so you will know. You'll go and slow down, go and slow down. At the couple times it happened to me I used it as an 'assisted' bike, sort of scoot, roll, push and assist with electric power which lasted me over a mile til I got home.
Other great benefits are finding moped parking conveniently located to entrances and often free, not contributing to congestion, and also meeting other ebike enthusiasts!
Of my 3 plus years of owning my ebike all of my repairs were a result of flat tires due to running over a nail or screw (too much construction going on at my house and on the road!) and vandalizism, except one! My biggest mistake was taking my ebike to be repaired somewhere else; a kickstand improperly placed (at another shop, NOT HENRY"S, on Ena Rd. while at an appointment in the area). My bike took a beating from falling down because the kickstand did not tilt the bike enough and a gust of wind knocked the bike down. When I picked up my bike from the sales/repair shop I mentioned that the bike seemed as though it stood too 'upright', but the repair person there said it was 'alright' and made no indication that he would do anything more.
Henry replaced my mirrors and side signal llights that had broken off,and three flat tires (if I can't get it to his shop he drove to pick up my ebike with his van). Aloha Ebike keeps in parts in stock for emergencies and general repair. Henry says he can order any other parts you may need or want too, such as an upgrade in lithium battery that I asked about. Aside from repairing his own bikes, I have seen other ebikes at his shop which he repairs. He's also able to equip traditional bicycles with electric motors to give an 'assisted' power uphills.
My ebike moped is still going strong (same battery) and a joy to ride so I took it apart to paint since the falls and vandalizum has damaged the body.
Outstanding customer service, works to understanding and solving problems with you, knows his products, motivated to bring best supply at afforadable prices, contributes to community service, not a pushing salesperson, has your consumer interest at heart, care for the enviroment, gets involved in good causes to procure change. read more