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I think we are rapidly approaching the point where an FAQ section might be useful, which could be broken down into various bikes e.g. > Pedelec Forms > Electric Bikes > FAQs > Classifieds In the FAQ section we could then have: > FAQ > Sticky: FAQ for...

An interesting thought just popped in my head when you mention guarantee. 50Cycles do a rather cheap extended warranty so it could be some time before these bikes are out of warranty for some of us?!

For those reading the thread regarding the similiarities between the Djavelo and the new Schwinn range, we've received some information directly from Pacific Cycle (Schwinn). I've added a new article on the main site, click on the link below to be taken directly to it. News article Question...

Unless you could crimp on a new waterproof connector. I wonder if Maplins do that sort of thing?

Something that amazes me with the dark evenings is how few cyclists have effective lights. This last week I have passed one chap three times, each time with no lights or reflective gear whatsoever and each occasion I didn't see him until he was almost upon me. This in a section of my commute...

Hi oobs, welcome aboard from Powerswitch (another great site there folks)! What wattage motors were fitted to the other bikes ?

Hi folks, now the site and forum are up and running, one of my next jobs is to get a consistent look and feel on the site (apart from loading it up with content of course!). Here is a mock-up of the forum. All opinions gratefully received, good and bad!!

Funny, I was going to ask if you'd taken any photos! With regard to the nylon gears, is that the best material to be using in a scenario like this?

If you really want to see what is inside a hub motor...........:D http://crystalyte-europe.com.linux19.hostbasket.com/openhub.htm

It looks like the Schwinn is a real bike and was demonstrated at the recent Interbike show in the USA. Like you say Flecc, claims are one thing, real life performance is another !! More links to follow..... Update: Mon 30/10/2006: OK, I've received some information from Schwinn regarding...

I have to admit I'm fairly apprehensive about my commute when it almost doubles in the new year to a distance close to yours mithril. I think the distance is achievable though as I can currently cover 9 miles in around 25 minutes. My commute will increase to 16 miles each way and i'll be happy...

There has been a bit of talk recently about a new electric bike due on the market - the Djavelo. Even AtoB magazine has carried a couple of comments about it regarding the futuristic spec. News link

Welcome aboard! How are you finding the chopper? What made you pick this particular model?

My commute is a 18 mile round trip. My place of work is only a mile from 50Cycles in Cambridge and I agree with Flecc, the only hills in this part of E.Anglia are molehills! Riding unrestricted I would put my battery range at about 19 miles. This is with gentle throttle for the first mile or so...

Welcome aboard Mithril and fire away, ask as many questions as you need!! It's a very interesting topic and definitely warrants some research and a feature article on the main site. There aren't many things in life that don't affect the environment in some way and many electric bike companies...

Hi Jaytee, welcome aboard! I too had the same vibration upon receipt of the Torq. Basically you have too much play in the headset which needs to be adjusted and tightened. I'll try and upload a photo to outline this over the weekend. Our resident Guru, Flecc provided me with some useful...

I'll second the Marathon Plus tyres. I've done all my miles on them and never had a puncture (tempts fate :eek:)

I've been riding an electric bike (well two actually) for the past 18 months. My first bike, a MTB style electric bike I used from late spring last year until the summer this year. In that time I covered approx 5,000 miles. Since getting the Torq i've added another 1,500 miles onto that. The...

Something that happened very early on with my Torq was a loud grinding sound coming from the motor. This usually only occured when pulling away but sometimes happened a little bit further into a ride. Having said all that, I've covered about 1,500 miles on the bike and I can't recall it...

I have one set of lights close to the house and other than one other junction I have to cross it's almost uninterrupted cycling all the way. I do put some effort into pedalling to convince myself i'm not totally cheating ;)