Which e-bike best for a 19 stone man?

[StuartBB]

Hi, I would like some advice on which e-bike is best for myself, overweight at 19 stone. I live in the country and would want it to go along country roads and some off roads across field paths and in the woods etc but no heavy off road. I would have around £3500 to spend. Some much needed advise please! I am not sure when I can reply as I am a full time carer for my partner, so please do not think me rude if I do not reply straight away. Thank you so much for your help.

 

[saneagle]

Hi, I would like some advice on which e-bike is best for myself, overweight at 19 stone. I live in the country and would want it to go along country roads and some off roads across field paths and in the woods etc but no heavy off road. I would have around £3500 to spend. Some much needed advise please! I am not sure when I can reply as I am a full time carer for my partner, so please do not think me rude if I do not reply straight away. Thank you so much for your help.

I think the Wisper Wayfarer might be a good solution. You should be able to find a dealer somewhere not too far away from where you live. They have two versions. One with a crank-drive motor and one with a wheel-drive motor. You should try one of each to see which you prefer. Those bikes run at 44V (12 cells), so have a 20% power advantage ove a 36v (10 cells) one.

 

[Bonzo Banana]

19 stone is about 120kg which is the maximum weight capacity for riders on many ebikes. You need to be careful though as some ebikes state 120kg total load which includes the ebike weight as well whereas some state 120kg as the maximum rider weight on their own. 120kg is a widely supported maximum weight for many brands. You may need to download the manual for the ebike you are considering to see the weight limits if not stated elsewhere. Halfords ebikes typically have a 120kg rider weight rating but maybe not for folding small wheeled ebikes. Decathlon bikes typically have the lowest weight ratings in my experience and generally weaker construction.

I would suggest a beefier ebike with thicker tyres etc like the Carrera Subway ebike. On one of the forums there is a rider who is 20 stone and has had very good service out of his Carrera Subway ebike. It's a very popular model however the Suntour HESC ebike hub motor system fitted to it is a bit proprietary and personally I'm not a fan of proprietary ebike solutions.

 

[Peter.Bridge]

Gran Camino MTB electric bicycle from Woosh

The Woosh Gran Camino, a 27.5 electric mountain bike with hydraulic brakes 36V 15AH/17AH battery from Woosh. Price range: £1379-£1459. Great bike for trails.

wooshbikes.co.uk

• For riders 14+, up to 25 stone, 5ft8 and above

 

[Nealh]

I would second a look at the Wisper brand EAPC, hub drive or mid drive, cross bar or step thru. The bikes are well regarded and built with very good CS , the CEO David Miall of AMPS who own the brand often posts on the forum esp regarding Wisper owner issues.

 

[StuartBB]

Hi, I would like some advice on which e-bike is best for myself, overweight at 19 stone. I live in the country and would want it to go along country roads and some off roads across field paths and in the woods etc but no heavy off road. I would have around £3500 to spend. Some much needed advise please! I am not sure when I can reply as I am a full time carer for my partner, so please do not think me rude if I do not reply straight away. Thank you so much for your help.

I think the Wisper Wayfarer might be a good solution. You should be able to find a dealer somewhere not too far away from where you live. They have two versions. One with a crank-drive motor and one with a wheel-drive motor. You should try one of each to see which you prefer. Those bikes run at 44V (12 cells), so have a 20% power advantage ove a 36v (10 cells) one.

Thank you for your response! I will take a look.

 

[StuartBB]

I would second a look at the Wisper brand EAPC, hub drive or mid drive, cross bar or step thru. The bikes are well regarded and built with every good CS , the CEO David Miall of AMPS who own the brand often posts on the forum esp regarding Wisper owner issues.

Thank you for your response I will take a look!

 

[StuartBB]

I would second a look at the Wisper brand EAPC, hub drive or mid drive, cross bar or step thru. The bikes are well regarded and built with every good CS , the CEO David Miall of AMPS who own the brand often posts on the forum esp regarding Wisper owner issues.

Thank you!

 

[StuartBB]

19 stone is about 120kg which is the maximum weight capacity for riders on many ebikes. You need to be careful though as some ebikes state 120kg total load which includes the ebike weight as well whereas some state 120kg as the maximum rider weight on their own. 120kg is a widely supported maximum weight for many brands. You may need to download the manual for the ebike you are considering to see the weight limits if not stated elsewhere. Halfords ebikes typically have a 120kg rider weight rating but maybe not for folding small wheeled ebikes. Decathlon bikes typically have the lowest weight ratings in my experience and generally weaker construction.

I would suggest a beefier ebike with thicker tyres etc like the Carrera Subway ebike. On one of the forums there is a rider who is 20 stone and has had very good service out of his Carrera Subway ebike. It's a very popular model however the Suntour HESC ebike hub motor system fitted to it is a bit proprietary and personally I'm not a fan of proprietary ebike solutions.

Thank you for your advice!

 

[StuartBB]

19 stone is about 120kg which is the maximum weight capacity for riders on many ebikes. You need to be careful though as some ebikes state 120kg total load which includes the ebike weight as well whereas some state 120kg as the maximum rider weight on their own. 120kg is a widely supported maximum weight for many brands. You may need to download the manual for the ebike you are considering to see the weight limits if not stated elsewhere. Halfords ebikes typically have a 120kg rider weight rating but maybe not for folding small wheeled ebikes. Decathlon bikes typically have the lowest weight ratings in my experience and generally weaker construction.

I would suggest a beefier ebike with thicker tyres etc like the Carrera Subway ebike. On one of the forums there is a rider who is 20 stone and has had very good service out of his Carrera Subway ebike. It's a very popular model however the Suntour HESC ebike hub motor system fitted to it is a bit proprietary and personally I'm not a fan of proprietary ebike solutions.

Thank you for your advice!

 

[StuartBB]

Gran Camino MTB electric bicycle from Woosh

The Woosh Gran Camino, a 27.5 electric mountain bike with hydraulic brakes 36V 15AH/17AH battery from Woosh. Price range: £1379-£1459. Great bike for trails.

wooshbikes.co.uk

• For riders 14+, up to 25 stone, 5ft8 and above

Thank you! Ive used Woosh before!

 

[AndyBike]

Aged 14, 25 stone and 5'8" tall

People like that should avoid the top of hills

 

[lenny]

People like that should avoid the top of hills

 

[Wisper Bikes]

I think the Wisper Wayfarer might be a good solution. You should be able to find a dealer somewhere not too far away from where you live. They have two versions. One with a crank-drive motor and one with a wheel-drive motor. You should try one of each to see which you prefer. Those bikes run at 44V (12 cells), so have a 20% power advantage ove a 36v (10 cells) one.

Thanks Saneagle,

I built the Way farer for larcher chaps and chapesses!

I was 21 stones at that time and it was designed with me in mind. It's very strong albeit a little heavieer than the average ebike and at £1599.00 a great buy.

All the best, David

 

[StuartBB]

Thanks Saneagle,

I built the Way farer for larcher chaps and chapesses!

I was 21 stones at that time and it was designed with me in mind. It's very strong albeit a little heavieer than the average ebike and at £1599.00 a great buy.

All the best, David

I will be looking at the Wisper Wayfarer Mountain Bike, went to look at one the other day and drove over half an hr to the shop that was closed for some reason? I will try again.