EBike for tall man with arthritic hip

[Vans]

I am 6’4” man with mobility problems with my right hip. HopI get for ebike suggestions.

Can just about get my leg over my old Trek mountain bike but it is not a pretty sight. So have not cycled for a while. Wanting an ebike to do the shopping and local road trips.

Looked at the Radrunner because of a review but last time I checked the company said they had paused exports to the UK from Europe.

Noticed the Raleigh Modus with a step through frame for £2,300, which is doable but at the top end of what I want to spend

Also read a very positive review of the Ribble Al e for £2,200. Not a step through frame but it looks a bit lower than my Trek. Unfortunately not sure there are any places in Berkshire for me to check one out

Low maintenance would be a plus

i would be very grateful for any suggestion or help

 

[Vans]

Is this frame any help? https://www.aliexpress.com/item/2030657141.html?spm=2114.12010612.8148356.9.3d496c5bIR3KJn
You could buy a motor kit from Mr Woosh. It gives the measurements down the page. Might need a long seat post. I have bought from them - they are trustworthy.

thanks, interesting idea. I had thought about using a conversion kit on one of my bikes, but the top tubes are too high. This frame would be a a good option and I guess I can just swap most of the kit from an old bike to this frame? I don’t really understand the reason for the “box” at the bottom of the frame. Is it for a crank drive motor, I wonder?

 

[Vans]

Is this frame any help? https://www.aliexpress.com/item/2030657141.html?spm=2114.12010612.8148356.9.3d496c5bIR3KJn
You could buy a motor kit from Mr Woosh. It gives the measurements down the page. Might need a long seat post. I have bought from them - they are trustworthy.

Sorry if this comes a a duplicate, but my last reply didn’t seem to post.

Thanks for the link. I had thought about converting one of my old bikes but the top tubes are all to high. But the frame in the link would work. They also make a slightly bigger one. I guess I could transfer most of the bits from an old bike? would want to buy disk brakes and a from fork.

 

[Deleted member 33385]

Sorry if this comes a a duplicate, but my last reply didn’t seem to post.

Thanks for the link. I had thought about converting one of my old bikes but the top tubes are all to high. But the frame in the link would work. They also make a slightly bigger one. I guess I could transfer most of the bits from an old bike? would want to buy disk brakes and a from fork.

The estimated delivery for that frame is the 23rd of August. If you wanted: The fastest way to get a step through frame is to buy a secondhand bike/frame on Gumtree or ebay, if you can't find a UK shop with a new bike/frame in stock. Then move your (better) parts over. It's a good idea to show the denizens of pedelecs.co.uk what you are interested in buying - I'm sure someone will know what sort of conversion kit you need for whatever bike/frame you select. I went with a mid-drive, but hub drives are also supposed to be good.

 

[Deleted member 33385]

I'm not suggesting you buy this, but is your mobility sufficient for something like this cheap ladies shopper?

LADIES LIFESTYLE BIKE CLASSIQUE 26" WHEEL BASKET BLACK 16" FRAME : Amazon.co.uk: Sports & Outdoors

Shop LADIES LIFESTYLE BIKE CLASSIQUE 26" WHEEL BASKET BLACK 16" FRAME. Free delivery and returns on all eligible orders.

www.amazon.co.uk

...if so, that makes a bike much easier to find in the UK. But 6 gears seem insufficient. Plus it's a steel frame and not a MTB.

 

[Deleted member 33385]

Sorry if this comes a a duplicate, but my last reply didn’t seem to post.

Thanks for the link. I had thought about converting one of my old bikes but the top tubes are all to high. But the frame in the link would work. They also make a slightly bigger one. I guess I could transfer most of the bits from an old bike? would want to buy disk brakes and a from fork.

I've just remembered that my Dahon Helios P8 is an aluminium framed step-through:

Cyclemotion - Mobility Solutions for an Integrated World

Folding bikes by Cyclemotion UK. We offer the world's largest selection of portable folding bicycle and bicycle accessories. We have folding bicycles for every riding requirement - from commuting, to traveling, to mountain biking.

www.world-wheels.co.uk

There is usually a handful on Gumtree and ebay:

Dahon Helios 20" Folding Bike | eBay

Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Dahon Helios 20" Folding Bike at the best online prices at eBay! Free delivery for many products!

www.ebay.co.uk

It's only got 8 gears but that's all I need for my local hills. My 42T chainwheel limits it to about comfortable 20mph (or frantic 24mph), after the Bafang BBS01b PAS gets it to 15mph. I will be switching back to a 52T, when my legs get a bit stronger. I'm really pleased with the conversion. Perhaps a new/secondhand lightweight low step-through folder is also an option?

...and here is a photo of my bike, which I'm sure everyone on here is sick to death of seeing:






The seatpost is tall, for tall riders. The bar is 19 inches from the ground. Specs are on the link above.

If you get stuck - fold and stuff it in a taxi/bus/train/tram etc.

 

[Deleted member 33385]

...or you could electrify a secondhand Brompton - they're a low step over. Woosh has got a smashing little Brompton with a frog battery that I'm envious of. It even works with Bosch power tool batteries. But I don't know how long it takes, for frog batteries to croak...

 

[Chainring]

https://hollandbikeshop.com/en-gb/buying-a-bicycle/electric-bicycles/electric-bike/?page=1 I posted this elsewhere for someone who wants a low-step bike. Not sure about import costs, but they have a good range.

 

[Vans]

Because everyone has been so helpful I thought I should let you know the result. I had a lot of difficulty finding a bike that was available, in my size and a step through. I finally found a Cube bike that fitted all the parameters and it is now on order.

I might also use the frame suggestion to make a none electric bike using parts from one of my old bikes

Thanks for all the help

 

[Deleted member 33385]

Because everyone has been so helpful I thought I should let you know the result. I had a lot of difficulty finding a bike that was available, in my size and a step through. I finally found a Cube bike that fitted all the parameters and it is now on order.

I might also use the frame suggestion to make a none electric bike using parts from one of my old bikes

Thanks for all the help

Report back on how you get on with your new ebike! Movement is good for arthritic joints, and your ebike will help facilitate that. That frame Chainring suggested:

EBike for tall man with arthritic hip

I am 6’4” man with mobility problems with my right hip. HopI get for ebike suggestions. Can just about get my leg over my old Trek mountain bike but it is not a pretty sight. So have not cycled for a while. Wanting an ebike to do the shopping and local road trips. Looked at the Radrunner...

www.pedelecs.co.uk

...looks very good indeed.

 

[budsy]

Is this frame any help? https://www.aliexpress.com/item/2030657141.html?spm=2114.12010612.8148356.9.3d496c5bIR3KJn
You could buy a motor kit from Mr Woosh. It gives the measurements down the page. Might need a long seat post. I have bought from them - they are trustworthy.

I d not fancy buying from anyone with a dodgy name like Woosh or Wisper

 

[Deleted member 33385]

I d not fancy buying from anyone with a dodgy name like Woosh or Wisper

You could buy a good non-electric bike (or use your Raleigh) and have Brighton eBikes convert it for you? I don't know how good they are:

Complete E-bike conversion incl. motor kit and battery - from

Electric bike conversions in Brighton and Hove. Bespoke E-bikes with Bafang BBS01B BBS02B BBSHD motors and quality lithium-ion battery cells. E-bike fitting service. Lekkie Bling Ring stockist

www.brightonebikes.co.uk

 

[budsy]

You could buy a good non-electric bike (or use your Raleigh) and have Brighton eBikes convert it for you? I don't know how good they are:

Complete E-bike conversion incl. motor kit and battery - from

Electric bike conversions in Brighton and Hove. Bespoke E-bikes with Bafang BBS01B BBS02B BBSHD motors and quality lithium-ion battery cells. E-bike fitting service. Lekkie Bling Ring stockist

www.brightonebikes.co.uk

Hi Pentium - Bit expensive i reckon , plus im in North of England ..id prefer a new bike as bike i have is heavy framed with the frame made from "Cromarty " " its a Raleigh freedom 600 " with the 7 speed gearing in back hub wheel of the bike which i do prefer but from £1000.00 No way id pay that as id rather buy a new Ebike instead .. and today they are getting bit better with them builds as i type and so biding my time ...But hey thanks for post is appreciated and more knowledge for also others if they want to go down this route .. If buying another non e bike id have went 2nd hand route as so many people now selling their non ebikes as i guess either just lost the fad for a bike as not fit enough or just looking to get moneys towards an elec bike ? .. or maybe just gave cycling a go and decided it isnt for them as not fit enough this when its an uphill struggle and certain age groups it can become tough as u have to keep at it then it becomes manageable . Pentium ive not been on bike since last summer of 2020 ..be like starting again and i dont want to go through with the puffing up them brays again and see some lycra toff cycling past with a snigger towards me ..No its my turn to snigger in time at them as i ZOOM past them with my e bike up a hill and say to myself towards them > Just take some of that back

 

[budsy]

Pentium - What you reckon ..only one thing name on frame Cortina is a womans bike ..but hey what u know ill even grow a pony tail to match but again looks a sensible bike ..but maybe a can tell the seller to paint over name cortina to a name which suits memore so what u reckon ? Ps Im serious about this ..

This bike looks a good step through with beltdrive etc ..

Buy Cortina E-Bike Common Women at HBS

Buy Cortina E-Bike Common Women online? The largest Cortina E-Bik

hollandbikeshop.com

 

[Deleted member 33385]

Pentium - What you reckon ..only one thing name on frame Cortina is a womans bike ..but hey what u know ill even grow a pony tail to match but again looks a sensible bike ..but maybe a can tell the seller to paint over name cortina to a name which suits memore so what u reckon ? Ps Im serious about this ..

This bike looks a good step through with beltdrive etc ..

Buy Cortina E-Bike Common Women at HBS

Buy Cortina E-Bike Common Women online? The largest Cortina E-Bik

hollandbikeshop.com

I'm not really the guy to ask Budsy, as I'm pretty new to ebikes myself (I'm mostly a computer guy). The best experts, who are regularly on here are vfr400 and nealh - they'd be able to tell you if whatever bike you're interested in, is any good from a variety of perspectives including repairability. If you ask me about ponytails though... I haven't been to a barber's for over a year, and it won't be long before I look like Steven Seagal:

Steven Seagal - Wikipedia

en.wikipedia.org

 

[Deleted member 33385]

Pentium - What you reckon ..only one thing name on frame Cortina is a womans bike ..but hey what u know ill even grow a pony tail to match but again looks a sensible bike ..but maybe a can tell the seller to paint over name cortina to a name which suits memore so what u reckon ? Ps Im serious about this ..

This bike looks a good step through with beltdrive etc ..

Buy Cortina E-Bike Common Women at HBS

Buy Cortina E-Bike Common Women online? The largest Cortina E-Bik

hollandbikeshop.com

What do you reckon to this?

just joined

There's just one thing wrong with those bikes: When somebody asks you which bike you have, how are you going to pronounce it without them thinking that you're spazzing out? When you start to ride it and get that fixed ebike grin, that's sort of going to confirm to them what they were thinking...

www.pedelecs.co.uk

A member called "Walker" says he's waiting for his to be delivered in about 2 weeks, says he ordered from here:

【Pre-order】FIIDO D4S Electric Folding Mountain Bike

ATTENTION This is the PRE-ORDER which would be in stock on about 18/04/2021 and the expected delivery time frame is 18/04/2021-25/04/2021. Factory direct supply and Brand New. Great News! We have our UK warehouse and LONDON/Bath Pickup Point available now and you can have the bike with NEXT...

www.markshop.co.uk

... keep an eye on that thread? I almost bought a Fiido, I still might. There's also some sort of Fiido Facebook group.

 

[budsy]

I'm not really the guy to ask Budsy, as I'm pretty new to ebikes myself (I'm mostly a computer guy). The best experts, who are regularly on here are vfr400 and nealh - they'd be able to tell you if whatever bike you're interested in, is any good from a variety of perspectives including repairability. If you ask me about ponytails though... I haven't been to a barber's for over a year, and it won't be long before I look like Steven Seagal:

Steven Seagal - Wikipedia

en.wikipedia.org

Ye know them guys know their stuff ebikes ..

As for pony tails i aint been to a barber since 4th November last yr 2020 ..

Anyhow i can wait until the crowds subside

As for Steven Seagull well was well known for his action movies

he is good, but im more of a Sly Stallone fan ..

 

[Deleted member 33385]

Ye know them guys know their stuff ebikes ..

As for pony tails i aint been to a barber since 4th November last yr 2020 ..

Anyhow i can wait until the crowds subside

As for Steven Seagull well was well known for his action movies

he is good, but im more of a Sly Stallone fan ..

You should get an ebike like Judge Dredd - this one needs pedals, and isn't 250W:

 

[budsy]

You should get an ebike like Judge Dredd - this one needs pedals, and isn't 250W:

I liked this when first seen on tv reminds me of erm > Not me

Keep watching and feel the jitters inside .. this Skye in Scotland and done with a non e bike .. Your turn next Pentium

 

[Deleted member 33385]

I liked this when first seen on tv reminds me of erm > Not me

Keep watching and feel the jitters inside .. this Skye in Scotland and done with a non e bike .. Your turn next Pentium

That looks dangerous! The only dangerous thing I do, is dodge drivers in cars, who can't see me despite my being clad head to toe (including helmet) in dayglow reflective hi-viz, with my headlight on... I even keep it on during the day, and I'm still freaking invisible. I think that the member Soundwave might be more of a rock hopper.

 

[Deleted member 33385]

I liked this when first seen on tv reminds me of erm > Not me

Keep watching and feel the jitters inside .. this Skye in Scotland and done with a non e bike .. Your turn next Pentium

This looks like safe fun:

...it wouldn't be as much fun with miniature self-balancing ebikes.