Hi
First post but I have done a bit of reading and getting the idea but a few pointers from experience would be welcome.
I am moving to Spain for better weather but working and commuting back to the UK every 4 weeks. If we enjoy it out there then it might be a permanent move.
Anyway during the trial period I am not really fussed to get a car set up out there and think we will get a couple of Ebikes as main means of transport. So besides riding for pleasure will need the bike to have a basic carrying ability as there is limited public transport to town and the markets.
So I presume the EU law is similar on power limits etc to the new Uk stuff I have seen mentioned.
My concern with 250 watt motors and power limiting is I am 18-19 stone 6ft 2 and have recently had knee surgery. So yes I need to get back to my old weight and fitness over the coming year but in terms of touring around doing chores and picking up supplies is a 250watt bike going to do the job.
Iam looking now at the idea of shipping a 500/750 watt conversion kit probably Barfang mid drive to fit to a bike purchased out in Spain. Rather than buying here as a complete bike then either driving or shipping them over.
I am still not sure the benefits or rear/mid/front but mid drive seems to have fans.
On one hand I am not a speed freak and dont want to break the law but on the other if I am discreet I will not really draw attention and I need a tool fit for the job.
Any ideas or pointer would be very helpful
thanks Jez
First post but I have done a bit of reading and getting the idea but a few pointers from experience would be welcome.
I am moving to Spain for better weather but working and commuting back to the UK every 4 weeks. If we enjoy it out there then it might be a permanent move.
Anyway during the trial period I am not really fussed to get a car set up out there and think we will get a couple of Ebikes as main means of transport. So besides riding for pleasure will need the bike to have a basic carrying ability as there is limited public transport to town and the markets.
So I presume the EU law is similar on power limits etc to the new Uk stuff I have seen mentioned.
My concern with 250 watt motors and power limiting is I am 18-19 stone 6ft 2 and have recently had knee surgery. So yes I need to get back to my old weight and fitness over the coming year but in terms of touring around doing chores and picking up supplies is a 250watt bike going to do the job.
Iam looking now at the idea of shipping a 500/750 watt conversion kit probably Barfang mid drive to fit to a bike purchased out in Spain. Rather than buying here as a complete bike then either driving or shipping them over.
I am still not sure the benefits or rear/mid/front but mid drive seems to have fans.
On one hand I am not a speed freak and dont want to break the law but on the other if I am discreet I will not really draw attention and I need a tool fit for the job.
Any ideas or pointer would be very helpful
thanks Jez
