7 Things We Wish We'd Known About Commuting On An E-Bike

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Canyon has released a new e-bike! We look at the Canyon Grizl:ON, potentially the bike to answer all your commuting hopes and dreams. Si and our special guest, Matt, test out the e-Bike on their regular commute to work. Will their commute be transformed by this electric bicycle?
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00:00 Intro
00:59 How long do e-bike batteries last for?
02:54 How much does weight matter on an e-bike?
04:23 Do e-bikes make riding easier and safer?
06:07 Why are e-bikes so expensive?
06:45 How expensive is it to maintain an e-bike?
09:34 Is an e-bike faster?
09:53 Our commute to work
12:03 Has your opinion changed on e-bikes?
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@gcn 2 месяца назад

🤔 What features would your ultimate commuter bike have? Let us know 👇

@JonCannings 2 месяца назад

Regenerative battery top up, a dynamo type function integrated into it!

@shaun7163 2 месяца назад

Removable, but lockable, battery. Guarantee that you'll be able to buy a replacement battery in 5 years time. Built in lock, not just turning off the motor, actually stopping the whole drive train.

@JMcLeodKC711 2 месяца назад

Full mudguards

@JMcLeodKC711 2 месяца назад

Best feature would be to to not have to ride through a laundromat 1:24

@bengt_axle 2 месяца назад

Bike path, dedicated bike lane, good lock up place at work or school or shopping centre. I think the latter could be managed by having a dedicated bike parking lot with an attendant and security cameras. Also, I'd like to see these bikes sold with a 5 year warranty on the motor and battery, or in the very least 2 years with a warranty to replace the drive train and motor with a deductible. Once solid state batteries come to mass production, I can see one being able to recharge in 10 minutes and get 100 miles of range, with 1000 cycles.

@randycarey-walden8530 2 месяца назад

22,000 miles on my e-bike as a daily commuter (10 miles each way) in five years. Bought a second battery two years ago. Sold my car. $160 US annually for maintenance. $300 every third year for new tires, etc.

@gcn 2 месяца назад

Awesome! So cool to hear that you are ditching the car and getting out on the bike 🙌

@vilavg3657 2 месяца назад

On this specific bike?

@HistoricalWeapons 2 месяца назад

@@gcn this Chanel has the word global but you only show British restricted e-bikes which is not the same as countries where 750 watt motors are allowed which changes the game

@liamness 2 месяца назад

Even if a lot of people couldn't go car free, there must be so many people who could sell their second / third car if they just replaced the trips that don't really need a car with an e-bike

@liamness 2 месяца назад

@@HistoricalWeaponsMight be interesting to go over to Europe and try some of the faster bikes which are allowed there. Up to 45 km/h (28mph), but require registration and insurance, the use of a helmet, and cannot be ridden in many places that bikes are allowed to. Basically they are treated much more like a moped, tax aside. I think I would feel quite vulnerable on a bike going that fast. Maybe it would make sense for more long distance riding, on surfaces that you know are well maintained.

@KarlXByrne 14 дней назад

As a disabled person getting an E-Bike has made a huge difference to my life. Having nearly died at the end of the year I made a promise to get one, and have gone from not going out all week to can't wait to get out for a few hours around Dublin City and the Bay area. One of the best things I ever got.

@simoniannelli 2 месяца назад

For me, the best improvement in commuting by bike has been getting panniers and mudguards. Not having a backpack that weighs you down and causes back pain is great :)

@newttella1043 2 месяца назад

I agree! Backpacks guarantee a sweaty back. Mudguards allow you to wear normal clothes. It only takes one puddle to mess up your clothes. I use an extension on the front mudguard to keep my shoes clean

@bcb7655 2 месяца назад

This! Less fatigue, more comfort, and the possibility to take clothes off while waiting at a red light guarantees the absence of sweat.

@jacksonbangs6603 2 месяца назад

I agree that panniers are a good way to take the weight off of your back. I use them on my trek 520 touring bicycle.

@TheSpaceBrosShow 2 месяца назад

Absolutely. Those are a must. Also consider waxing your chain. You never have to worry about your nice pants getting dirty again

@liamness 2 месяца назад

Mudguards are a huge upgrade for whoever is unfortunate enough to find themselves behind you too!

@KingCollagen2 2 месяца назад

I so agree with everything in this video. I'm the fortunate owner of 2 ebikes and at 79 they've brought the joy of cycling back to me ❤. Living in Bristol, I recognise all the places in the vid and love riding them. You're right Si about St Michael's Hill - so steep. I get out of breath just walking up it 😪

@gcn 2 месяца назад

Hey! Thanks for the comment, its brilliant to hear that ebikes have brought the joy of cycling back to you! As for St Michael's Hill, it is a brute!

@roberthenri9945 2 месяца назад

I support classifying these vehicles as "mobility assistance devices" and as long as driver has a government disabled person certificate, they could be exempt from taxes and regulations. However for everyone else, they should require the same regulation as a motorbikes. As far a mopeds being good for your health, I find most people who use them lose fitness and almost entirely rely on the motor. Coasting down hills isn't exercise.

@tconnolly9820 2 месяца назад

Another arrogant roadie with his head stuck up his own self important ego.

@kellylingus 2 месяца назад

@@roberthenri9945 You have very clearly done zero research on ebikes. Do you even ride bro? Mid drives make you pedal just like a reg bike

@vestaalvesta786 2 месяца назад

GROCERY SHOPPING! Used to be a torture on my previous hybrid. Also, you are not sweaty while getting to work, wasting precious time showering before a big meeting. Lastly, you bike in good health and bad, no more off days after strength training, when trying to sit on a chair seems like a scene from a cartoon. 😂

@gcn 2 месяца назад

Shopping on a bike can be so much fun! 🙌 Have you mastered the art of loading the bike down?

@kingOfTheMountain76 2 месяца назад

Apparently, the major issue is still security; in the case of using a lock on this type of high-end commute bike and leaving it somewhere, there is a significant chance of not finding your bike where you left it. I have a simple bike, which I don't worry too much about when leaving it chained somewhere, but I would like to have a battery and motor for an easier journey.

@gcn 2 месяца назад

Hi, thanks for the comment. Thieves are truly terrible. We always advise to get the best lock you can afford, and beg your employer to have a secure storage area too! (Tell them GCN said so!) 👍

@poztal77 2 месяца назад

at least you have GPS tracking

@nebulous962 2 месяца назад

I mean you can hide battery under side panniers so that could probably help.

@bikecommuter24 2 месяца назад

Have you looked into the bike conversion kits?

@danielhayden4240 2 месяца назад

@@gcn maybe a new vid about locks and antitheft devices should be on the cards. 4iii with apple find my, Alterlock ect. bluetooth vs gps trackers.

@kevinhoffmann3713 2 месяца назад

Matt laughing at Si going up the hills is pure joy and that is what any ride should be.

@mattgcn5702 2 месяца назад

It was a lot of fun, and the only time I'll ever drop him up a hill! I normally dread the times he does catch me on the commute, as he'll be chatting away whilst I'm gasping for breath, nice to that to him for once!

@gcn 2 месяца назад

@@mattgcn5702 This will explain why you're always leaving early! Getting that head start 😉

@mattburkey8393 2 месяца назад

Blimey @@gcn

@davidknight2670 2 месяца назад

@mattgcn5702 looking good Matt! Coincidentally I just pulled the trigger on the Grail On this morning.

@smellyelle8422 2 месяца назад

Si's smiley gurn face as he chases Matt up those hills 😂😂

@rustyold55 2 месяца назад

I'm 69 from the land down under and can't get enough of Ebikes. I have a Focus Paralane gravel ebike. It's awesome. I've also got a Focus dual suspension EMTB. I ride the gravel bike 3 mornings a week with a group of old blokes and the EMTB the other 4 days. Average a total of 250 km a week in total. I was never an athlete kind of guy but I absolutely love riding my Ebikes and the fitness benifits have been life changing. Has worked great for me.

@pierrex3226 2 месяца назад

That's awesome.

@seattlegrrlie 2 месяца назад

I got an Aventon Adventure second hand last year. Upright, sturdy, cargo bike. I save about $5 in gas every time, but the big difference is time. Bad traffic in my American truck is 45-60min. The ebike is about 30min. Also fun!

@clacclackerson3678 2 месяца назад

Rack, proper mudguards, wheel-lock with integrated chain, puncture-resistant tyres (Marathon Plus for me).

@gcn 2 месяца назад

Is that a recipe for your dream commuter?

@MrQuestful 2 месяца назад

I want all of those things, and a belt/gearbox like the Pinion MGU. I’m a decade into using bikes as my primary mode of transit, and my one gripe about e-bikes has been that the drivetrain gets a fair bit more wear and tear from riding (though this is sort of a signal of just how much I used mine). Having a belt and gearbox is the ultimate setup for drivetrain durability with limited maintenance.

@newttella1043 2 месяца назад

Marathon Plus tires are the best. Haven't ever had to fix a flat on them.

@clacclackerson3678 2 месяца назад

@@gcn That describes the e-bike that I’ve been commuting on for the last seven years. I also own real bikes, but no car.

@gcn 2 месяца назад

@@clacclackerson3678 Sounds like it's a tried and tested system 🙌

@rabh6746 2 месяца назад

Cool video, e bikes are just the best especially for us older folks😉 I treated myself to a Giant Road E+1 Pro for my 60th birthday 6 years ago and have now covered almost 31000 miles! Best bike I ever purchased and it makes me smile everytime I ride it😁Last year I climbed over 378,000ft, I would never have come anywhere near that on a standard bike!

@peteinwisconsin2496 Месяц назад

Pete in Wisconsin USA here. After more than 20 years of commuting by bicycle, I think you guys are nuts for riding without gloves or without eye protection. E-bikes are a great addition to my transportation options. With one, there are no hills and no headwinds. It is easy to bring home the "tonnage" on mine. My e-bike was my only transportation when my car failed three years ago (all of June-September of 2021).

@darrenhitchcox6345 2 месяца назад

I am an experienced cyclist and I have an ebike. I ride it in motor off at times to use the battery when I need it or drag me home mode. They are a awesome enabler and I can ride with lads 20 years younger than me and keep up. Did a 100 mile ride on mine last year and got another planned later this year.

@gcn 2 месяца назад

this is so cool to read! 🫶

@bastogne315 Месяц назад

You can attach the battery to your genitals. I use a simple battery charger lead. Hurts though!

@lafamillecarrington 2 месяца назад

Features for commuting: mid-drive motor, belt drive, hub gears, stem damper, hydraulic disk brakes, built-in lights, full mudguards and rack for panniers. Oh, and costing under £3,000.

@calad6482 11 дней назад

That's the issue with this canyon bike. Why no belt and proper mud guards?

@moctarfofana392 2 месяца назад

I had always wanted to try cycle commuting with my regular bike but the concerns about sweating and not having shower facilities at work, kept me away. However with the growth in e-bike usage, I finally purchased one last August and I regret not having done it earlier. I can ride in dress shirt and pants and arrive without a single bead of sweat anywhere and for the winter I have pannier attached and transport my work clothes, computer, and other items in that. It's also saving me money since I don't have to buy a monthly pass for slow and unreliable public transit.

@gur262 2 месяца назад

It's a horrible societal development. Toilets are everywhere shower's should. But I guess installing showers is not for the relevant industries

@kipcc3918 2 месяца назад

I’m lucky enough that my work is just 3miles, I’m dreading this coming summer. But I’m lucky enough that I start 7 before the really bad heat coming up. So I just switch shirts, and a spray, I do take a shower everyday tho, cause going home with a backpack will always become a sweatfest.

@IowaNinersFan 2 месяца назад

I have bike commuted to work for the past 3 years now (14 miles each way) on a three-rotational bikes (Warm weather, Winter and Weekender non e-bikes to boot) and don't have problem. Arriving at work as the Sun begins to rise helps to fight sweats until the humidity rises then it becomes a hassle but I work in a "freezer" section at the office, as the gals at work call it, which helps keep the smell down lol. The only bike that doesn't have a rack is my roadie which is my Weekend ride so I tote as little as possible then.

@buggen819 2 месяца назад

I have an ebike that i bought for ~1,6k€ and have ridden 3000kms with it. Its not as fun as my other bikes but i dont do anything to it, left it outdoors when it was -17°c during the winter and it worked like a charm. Its cheaper in the long run than public transport and its faster than public transport aswell. Its a great investment imo.

@gcn 2 месяца назад

-17c! 🥶

@ironman8257 Месяц назад

-17 will damage the battery, dont do that unless you dont care about the money

@buggen819 Месяц назад

@@ironman8257 the battery is stored inside, but if i can't use my ebike in the winter why would I have bought it in the first place

@ironman8257 Месяц назад

@@buggen819 if stored inside than its fine. Id still make a fabric cover for battery like from insides of a lunch bag you know.

@AlexanderSuleymanovFX Месяц назад

The main things to add: 1. You can be cited for going too fast on your e-bike 2. Some bike paths are restricted for Class 3 e-bikes, and you can be fined for accessing those paths. Last year ranger stopped me on a bike path (designed only for bikes) and cited for going too fast, running a stop sign, and for riding Class 3 bike on a bike path. I never knew Class 3 bikes were prohibited. Now, I know after paying $500. I live in California.

@drill_fiend1097 28 дней назад

It has to be trail specific policy? Trails near mine either allow eBikes of all class or none at all for wildlife refuge gravel path

@kramerrichardson6008 19 дней назад

your first issue is living in California lol. FL has none of those restrictions

@willian.direction6740 2 месяца назад

Done 18K km on my Turbo Levo now in 2.5 years. Mostly gravels riding and a few trails. 71 yrs old now. The battery is normally charged a couple hours prior to riding and I take it to the bike shop twice a year to get motor and circuit boards checked out. Avoid riding it in the rain and lightly hose it off no pressure washing. Always put a new chain on at each service and keep chain clean and lubed.

@chetmanley1885 2 месяца назад

I'm a former ebike skeptic who switched a couple of months ago. I'm riding more than I was, up to 172K a week consistently (just commuting). I can get to and from work with between 5 and 15% battery remaining. We have a secure car park with power sockets for charging, so I could top up during the day as well. I'm mostly not in traffic, but there's one bit on a steep hill during school drop off time so I stick it on full power and go at it as fast as possible. Other than that it helps on the winding single track sections and it just keeps the speed consistent without thinking about it. It's also saved me quite a bit of time over both legs, or gets me home when there's not much left in the tank. When I've switched to the manual bike I've noticed the increased fitness, just from getting more miles in, has helped with the fun rides.

@sophiewillemhk 2 месяца назад

Have been commuting on e-bikes since 2015 and never looked back. My commuting time is predictable, no sweat, and cruising along the traffic jams at 45 kmh (I have a speed pedelec) is just priceless. My wife has one too so we could sell our second car. Your maintenance estimates are a bit low though - I ride 4-5000k per year - that's 2 chains per year, new brakes etc. So for my next one I'd probably invest in a Gates belt. For a commute, I'd also go for a more practical model with mudguards, sidebags etc.

@ironman8257 Месяц назад

Hi, if is it legal one ( i dont care ) how much are taxes and insurance ?

@colonelclaw 2 месяца назад

For me, in London during the rush hour, the speed boost you get pulling away from stops is the biggest plus of all. It's just so much less scary

@reiddryden9805 2 месяца назад

I think full fenders/mudguards are mandatory ✌🏼🤙🏼

@larrylem3582 2 месяца назад

That's the first thing I noticed. A commuter bike with no fenders?

@timbeacon9389 2 месяца назад

Totally agree. Mudguards are to me essential

@peteinwisconsin2496 Месяц назад

And gloves + eye protection.

@robcole5805 2 месяца назад

Had an ebike since early December and haven't driven my car to work since. Its only a 7k round trip but its quicker than the car, much more relaxing than fighting through traffic and saves money on fuel and car park charges. More importantly im getting loads of weekend use doing much longer rides and thoroughly enjoying it. Well worth the investment.

@user-vq2ul8hh8n 2 месяца назад

I commute on a Cannondale Topstone e-bike and absolutely love it, as long as I remember to recharge it. My commute is 26 miles round trip and I arrive 5 to 10 minutes sooner than a conventional bike. I wish that fenders could be installed more easily.

@Chris-mn7yy 2 месяца назад

i have commuted 2 years on an ebike. I converted my Genesis Criox de fer to a mid mount Bafang motor. It's incredible, i've even fitted the heated grip wraps. 12 miles each way, charge up ever 2 days....at work. It makes me smile every day.

@NubRusty Месяц назад

I just ordered my ebike yesterday =D. I can't wait to finally get it

@matt821 Месяц назад

What did you go for?

@NubRusty Месяц назад

@@matt821 Ariel Rider X-Class

@tl2646 2 месяца назад

Good video. I ride 12.5km each way to work every day, mostly hilly roads on a normal bike. I think I have the perfect commuter - full mudguards, rack, hub dynamo. Every now and again though I find myself borrowing my wife’s e-bike (Specialized Vado SL with mudguards, lights and rear rack). Especially on a windy day, or when I know I have to do a rural home visit (GP). I’m even more tempted to use it on a Friday after a hard week. I don’t plan on switching full time to my own e-bike yet for commuting, but definitely an option as I move on through my 50s. I find that an ebike is a genuine alternative to a car, once our main family car finally dies I can’t see us replacing it. Maybe a cargo version.

@gcn 2 месяца назад

Hi, thanks for the comment, it's really interesting to read your usage and why/when you use it. Thanks again for sharing👍

@chrism5433 2 месяца назад

I love it . Great explanation. If your riding every day mechanic job all day It could be a nice break . Mind you I do have a car and need to bring tools and parts for side jobs lol. Not easy to carry on my bike . Keep riding stay fit 🚲🚲☕

@alikabok-es4sx 2 месяца назад

I used to scorn ebikes when they first came out. Ugly machines, I called them. My prejudice and snobbish attitude got the better of me. Then I suffered a heart attack 8 years ago. As Si so insightfully observed. "ebikes are transformative. After the heart attack, I thought my biking days are over. But ebikes gave my cycling passion an extra lease in life. Now, I thank the people who initially created ebikes and I am extremely grateful for those bike engineers who continue to improve ebikes. God Bless them.

@Slash90ita 2 месяца назад

this series of video about the commuting is really appreciated! keep it coming, maybe a video on the best bag, backpack, etc to use would be also usefull!

@Smaug1 2 месяца назад

Another cool thing about eBikes? I went for a ride Thursday night, went harder than I intended to. Tried keeping up with my mates this morning on their road bikes while on my gravel bike. I'm REALLY sore now, but there's another ride I want to do tomorrow. I'm going out to plug in my eBike, as that is my only realistic riding option. Then, I will commute on it Monday as well; get my recovery going on.

@stableianF1oracle Месяц назад

I’ve just ridden 10,000 miles and 1 million feet in altitude on my e-bike in just under 3 years. Only ride for fun on mountains hills etc. I’m over 60 years old so I love the help up mountains.

@mikelewis1166 День назад

I recently switched from a traditional road bike to purchasing 3 e-bikes. I can now ride with anyone and keep my heart rate in the desired zone and they can keep up. Additionally, I can now ride with friends who are significantly more fit than I.

@DaxPlusPlus 2 месяца назад

I like the idea you get the best of both worlds - chunky tyres for the ridiculous road surfaces we face but the motor to mean it's not a bore being slowed down thanks to their rubbish rolling resistance. Also can ride on days your tired.

@jasondunn5410 2 месяца назад

I think I want one!!! Hats off to Si though. Even without a motor, he was flying up those hills!!

@neilbailey6983 2 месяца назад

Thanks for this video. I think it would be good to talk about the impacts on your fitness of using an e-bike. I recently bought one and am riding to work on it. Loving it. But a lot of people say to me and think it is not really biking, you're cheating, you won't get fit etc. I reply I get tired and sore legs and sweaty and that is an indication to me I'm getting a workout. While it may not be as gut busting as a regular bike I do it a workout. My intention is that as I get fitter I will lower the level of assistance on hill climbs and use a less easy gear to build fitness.

@CoenFierst Месяц назад

Only listen to comments from regular bike commuters that come by bike as much as you do. The others are either jealous or addicted to traffic jams 😊

@willfriedrich2830 2 месяца назад

I love this video! I am a recent grad and I chose to forgo a car purchase to e-bike to work - on a Trek Domane+ AL 5, very similar to this model! You guys touched on all the right topics :)

@svenweihusen57 2 месяца назад

The point with e-bikes is that it makes exercising yourself a choice and not a necessity. Many people are using these bikes like a motorcycle with maximum support on all the time. This is simply a choice. If you like to exercise you can do it. And if you have a bad day and don’t have the energy to exercise the bike will take over. Or you can step down a bit when you are riding in bad weather. And still keep your speed. An eBike simply gives you choices. Many riders look down on e-bikers which use maximum support but I still like them way better than people using 2ton of steel to buy some groceries.

@nigelwatts8938 2 месяца назад

Even when using full power you still get some exercise with the Pedal Assist motors al be it a lower level of exercise, compared to sitting down in a car or on a bus for the same journey. I tend to only put the full assist on for the hill on my homeward bound journey. After a full days work with a panier containing a change of clothes and Laptop on an average incline of 4.3 %, if I didn't pedal I would soon come to a full stop and either roll back down or fall off. 🙂

@Choccytube 2 месяца назад

As someone that has used an eBike since 2020 as a commuter bike I'll add some input. Firstly charge the battery as regularly as possible, do not worry about the motor (if it's Bosch, Shimano etc). Find the mode that best suits your commute, remember that the time difference on most commutes by bike are minimal, compared to motorists. In winter wear warmer clothes than you would on an analogue bike, you don't build up the same warmth. Do not worry about buying the best gears for you bike, they will get chewed up and the weight savings of top spec is irrelevant on an eBike (I use cheap Chinese chains and cassettes). Still try to get out on an analogue bike or you will lose fitness, treat the eBike commute as a recovery ride, no sweating or hitting Z4. As for security, I have a removable battery and take it off every time I go to work, if someone steals the bike they'll need to buy a battery to even sell it (with the cheap Chinese components). The main problem is Roadies want to race you all the time.....let them have their fun.

@electricbikerider 2 месяца назад

You do work harder on flat surfaces but the hills are so much fun. I didn’t need a E-bike, I wanted one, and I absolutely love my Specialized Creo. ⚡️🚴🏻

@gcn 2 месяца назад

That's such a great point! Want and need are two very different things and both have their merits 🙌

@FastRuffneck Месяц назад

Great video. Been commuting for a year now on a Ribble SLe, 52 mile round trip and absolutely love it. Agree with all the points made. Additionally, headwinds are no longer an issue. My commute now takes the same time each way, regardless of the weather conditions 👍🏻

@MrOvershoot Месяц назад

Good point about headwinds, my old commute usually involved a headwind on the way home East to West near the Irish sea isn't much fun for about 9 months of the year.

@shanelee007 2 месяца назад

Really enjoying these videos Si. Normalising using a bike to get from a to b and how ebikes are what we need to promote rather than EVs.

@dmo6468 2 месяца назад

Having changed to commuting 40 to 50 km in a round trip each day to work from a road bike to an e bike I can wholeheartedly agree that I feel safer on the road with the knowledge that I have that little bit of power to pull away from lights and keep up with traffic etc. my commute to\ime is virtually the same but the big difference is I am not as tired at the end of the week which frees up the weekend for fun rides.

@senecaflex4203 2 месяца назад

My E bike gave me my cycling life back. Knee replacements and other injuries pretty much ended my cycling. Now I can ride any time I want!

@gcn 2 месяца назад

This is super cool! Where have you been riding on the new E-bike?

@senecaflex4203 2 месяца назад

@@gcn I bought my bike in April 23, I hit 3000 miles for last year. I live on Seneca Lake in New York so it is hilly and windy, as long as I have juice I can go anywhere. My advice for someone who is going to ride alot is get an extra battery.

@minismama2030 2 месяца назад

A couple of years ago, I started riding again. It was agony. Then, I got an E-bike. (Momentum Vida E+). Total game changer! It got me moving again and is a godsend on hills!!🚴🚴🚴

@crytalfactory 2 месяца назад

I have a short commute that i decided to get a fat tire ebike (rad power6) for and my goodness its been amazing in the rain sleet and snow. I like to say i got it to never have to worry about the weather, and that its better to be over prepared for everything...and it has been! Charge it once a week or so, and just reslly enjoy the ride!

@Guitar6ty 2 месяца назад

The ultimate commuter bike is the one shown but with straight handle bars and full mudguards. I would also like a luggage rack and bag on it. As you say this particular bike would be great for country rides even a bit of off roading. It looks like a great all rounder and a real alternative to a car. I no longer commute as I am retired but I still ride my bike regularly. Ebikes have come a long way since they first started appearing on our roads and they are superb to ride but in winter you will need to have good base layer clothing to keep warm. One more thing I would add is a more padded seat anything that makes cycling more enjoyable is a plus.

@grantswheelstohills 2 месяца назад

I bought mine second hand, and in 14 months have done 2500 miles. A 10 mile commute each way, sometimes leaving at 05:00 and sometimes arriving home 22:30 Country lanes. Takes be about 20mins longer, than driving. I use two panniers to carry my gear. Great fun.

@colinwood8998 2 месяца назад

I bought my first e-bike for commuting a little over a month ago. My job can be very physical and I have a 325ft hill to climb on my way home from work so a regular bike would have been very difficult for me. It worked so well that I ended upgrading last week to a larger e-bike with a much longer range and payload so now I can sell my car. It will save me thousands of dollars every year. I was a little worried that I wouldn’t get exercise like I would on a regular bike but that hasn’t been the case at all. Even though I do have a throttle, I almost always ride in pedal assist mode.

@notl33t 2 месяца назад

I use a bike share in the US in the boston area and they just introduced single speed pedal assist only ebikes to the system in December. They are more costly with a 10 cents per minute charge versus the standard models, but they are easy and intuitive to use, and about 15 lbs heavier than the standard models. I have enjoyed using them, but they do not decrease my commute time--they do allow for me to do less work in order to bike further which is really great in bad weather.

@pierrex3226 2 месяца назад

In the US you're much more free to use electric motors on bikes. You can convert MTB why bafang motors for cheap and have very powerful motors. You can check johnny nerd out on YT, he's got a lot of content on it. In Europe pretty much everything is illegal.

@danielpedersen1688 2 месяца назад

@@pierrex3226 well not everything sure most, but as long as it meets regulations as usual the 250w motor and 25 km/h then ur good to go. The downside to that is that their aren't many options to choose from, hopefully it changes sometime in the near future.

@littlebootsxxiv6871 2 месяца назад

Totally agree with the practical everyday usability of an ebike, especially with paniers and integrated lights. Why does no-one sell secure panniers though? There's an assumption that you'll carry them around with you when you get to your final destination, which is often not what I want to do.

@Kenneth_McGrew Месяц назад

i assume its more to not carry around wet & muddy bags, as nothing will be secure on the bike, you can get "vaude aqua bags", can lock them to your bike with a padlock on the clips, can also fit a standard backpack inside so you can just take the clean bag with you, and leave the muddy wet bag on the bike. personally i wouldn't leave anything in a bag on the bike though, although you can get solid fibreglass lock boxs similar to scooter top boxes if you really must leave something on the bike, but even then, if someone wants in, its not hard.

@BillReals 28 дней назад

What is “super hilly” in UK? I commuted on a non-e-bike for years in San Diego and then bought an e-bike and commuted, it cut my ride by 50% in time. You are 100% right on what else you do with a bike, you start riding them everywhere

@MarkThomas-hm3ju 16 дней назад

What is great and it s demonstrated very well in this very good vid is that on an uphill climb you have more control and you are not having to crank hard and torque the front fork back and forth. This is important in the city commute for the extra safety the ebike affords. Also, I have foresworn the heat retaining backpack for a good back rack and trunkbag.

@JonCannings 2 месяца назад

Now this looks bloody great. Matt looked effortless up that horrid climb!

@davidbulbeck4370 Месяц назад

As a 60-year-old keen cyclist who weighs the wrong side of 130kg, I'm going to +1 to pretty much all of this. The best bit of e-biking was a part of my commute in a 20-limit and a gentle gradient, just enough to bring the speed down to around 10-12mph on a normal bike. This was also through a village with buses and people in cars wanting to do 20-25. With the e-bike, I'm at 15.5mph which is close enough to the limit that people just hung back much better, left me much safer. Of course, lifting the daft 25kph limit to allow an e-bike to run at 20mph would be ideal but I feel there are enough worries in Westminster without raising that little issue. I'd emphasise one point about the modes: if you want to head out for a fitness ride, just turn the power down. You don't have to use it and I easily get over 100 miles to a charge. That is about double the suggested range, because I very seldom leave it more than in minimum assistance. Turbo mode gets used for hills or traffic lights but is soon turned down. When commuting regularly, I'd find myself using assistance riding in, so I wasn't a sweaty mess, but minimal assistance riding home where I could let the endorphins flow.

@Ratte320 5 дней назад

I've now tried commuting several times in the city and have to say that it felt a bit like cheating at first, but was a much more pleasant way to move. You don't get so sweaty when you arrive at the office and the headwind on the way back also loses its terror. Sure, it's not “normal” cycling from a sporting point of view, but it's a good alternative to urban transportation. So now I can just decide to have an "sporty way" to work or just relaxing in the morning.

@derekness7900 2 месяца назад

I love my e mtb for my daily commute. 8 miles each way with some decent hills in. I have it on eco mode apart from when pulling off at the lights. It is a great workout and means that I don’t have to waste time and money going to the gym. ( if I am running late I may have to use turbo)

@mrstevepace 2 месяца назад

Get rid of the non-sensical 15.5mph speed limit I easily pedal unassisted at 20mph on the flat on a heavy E Bike and it would be nice to retain that pace uphill where I am not capable of doing that under my own steam. Been commuting for 2 years 18 miles each way get 2 return trips out of my Giant Fastroad E+EX Pro. Battery still good showing 97% health, i'm on my fourth chain and second cassette/chainring combo and the motor has had the bearings changed at 4000 miles. Oh and another wish change the miserable UK weather and if you are considering this factor in the cost of decent wet weather gear. My E Bike has been a game changer for regular commuting especially after a 12 hour night shift when my energy levels are low.

@keving4081 Месяц назад

Excellent video! I just bought more of an off road model and if it works out I will probably get a commuter as well. Thank you. I tried adding a 350 watt motor to a kickbike and that was an utter failure. Added a lot of weight and not enough power to help on the hill the only place I needed it.

@oldgittim Месяц назад

got my first ebike last month, Haibike trekking 5 with build in lights and full mudguards and rack. been doing 30 mile commute 2/3 times a week for last 7 years on a touring bike. felt like I was selling out as a cyclist by going electric but agree with this video. It has put a spring back into my commute, now hills and headwind don't exist to me and the extra weight doesn't matter I carry my pack lunch and laundry in a giant pannier bag which I used to do on alternate days on my motorbike.

@donball370 2 месяца назад

Thank you Si and Matt. Great to hear and see an all rounder e-bike. Do continue to think about getting one, but the biggest problem remains ... bike infrastructure to give separation from car traffic

@gcn 2 месяца назад

Ah yes, this is an issue that all us cyclists struggle with - Do you think you would feel safer on the roads with an Ebike or normal bike?

@donball370 2 месяца назад

@@gcn If I was commuting, an E-bike would feel the safer option (especially if e-bikes could hold 32kph which is more than plenty for city centre peak traffic conditions). Own pedal power is fine for the early morning weekend rides when roads are quieter.

@Kenneth_McGrew Месяц назад

try finding a different route to cycle to work, there's many options to avoid cars especially in cities, i cycle very rural for 95% of my cycling and there's still options to avoid national speed limit rally stages.

@totoroben 2 месяца назад

Let's pick the model without rack and fenders 😂 geez I just got done commenting on this with another video of this channel. Ebikes are changing what a commuting bicycle looks like..... For the better. This is because weight limitation isn't as much of a factor in speed with the motorized assistance, so weight weenies need not be considered with rack and fenders, or kickstand even. Amazing still this channel showcases a model that leans more "sport" than utilitarian.

@antoniocruz8083 2 месяца назад

On my 5km way to work I gain about 200m elevation with steep parts up to 15%. On the very steep inclines I actually pedal standing up so as not to drain the battery and still can only manage 10km/h. On a regular bike it's like pulling a load of lead.

@andrewhayes1339 2 месяца назад

Great video, love my road bike & the thought of an e-bike doesn’t even enter my mind when it comes to the road. But I do ride my Mountain bike to work a couple of times a week (45 km round trip) with a mixture of roads & gravel tracks. The old mountain is getting worn & tired & I’m seriously considering an e-bike gravel bike though. I’d love something like that CANYON, but I’m guessing it’s probably the price of a small car.

@geoffreyhoney122 2 месяца назад

Wide puncture proof tires, wide gear range, panniers and rack, dynamo hub and lights, mechanical disc brakes, drop angle top tube.

@ironman8257 Месяц назад

, mechanical disc brakes? why not hydro?

@geoffreyhoney122 Месяц назад

@@ironman8257 Too complicated/finicky for at home or field conditions repairs!

@marcb1289 2 месяца назад

I am not sure that the choosen bike is the best choice to illustrate bike commuting with an E-bike... And honestly, available range has never been a problem (with a nearly 40 km commute (forth and back) with some climbs). And if there is risk of running out of battery, you can switch assistance off and preserve it for your climbs. With your choosen gravel bike, in my opinion, it should be the way to use it: use assistance only when it is really needed, and ride it like a "normal" bike rest of time. For road commute, I will never choose a bike that make me carry a backpack: carrier is mandatory; mudgards are too. And I don't like droping bars for urban riding.

@andrelam9898 2 месяца назад

I’m commuting 32 miles from a suburb into downtown Buffalo NY up to twice weekly. I had a specialized gravel bike and upgraded to a Turbo Creo SL Comp e5. I had a warranty issue with the gravel bike and knocked the full value of that bike off the e-bike. It’s been transformative. Depending on the wind, it’s saving 10 to 20 minutes per leg of my commute. Two reasons. First if I have a solid 10 to 15 mph headwind, that used to crush my average speed. With “e-power” I don’t lose nearly as much speed. Secondly, I can sustain 20 mph on level ground easily with 60% power assist. (Level 2 out of three for support). On my old bike I’d be lucky to sustain 17 mph. I’m safer as I can keep up with traffic and I don’t hold up the cars as much, if at all. The roads are rough so the suspension built into the headset makes for much less upper body fatigue. I can’t ride in rain or with snow or ice on the road as it’s simply too dangerous. Nearly 1/4 of my commute puts me in the middle of a busy 4 lane arterial road cutting through town. There used to be Sharrows on the road (almost completely worn down). Even when they used to be clearly visible, drivers don’t understand they are supposed to share the road. I also can’t ride in temperatures much below 25F, I just can’t keep warm in lower temps. This past fall was crazy wet and didn’t get may commuting days in. We’d have one or two good days, but then that would conflict with days that I had to visit multiple work sites and had to use the car. This winter has been mild and I’ve never ridden so much in January and February, even after a good snow storm that dumped a few feet of snow, I could commute again less than 10 days later. I’ve got nearly 2000 miles on the bike with no issues.

@Jebbis 2 месяца назад

I rode my tern gsd a little over 40 miles (64 km) the other day and I still had some battery left over. I don’t really see myself needing more than that unless I wanted to be lazy and not charge my battery. Oh and I still burned around 1900kcal. I also loved that I wasn’t a sweaty bastard when I got to my destination, I was just a normal bastard.

@agasdoc Месяц назад

Love your channel! Glad you are including positive Ebike material. As a former triathlete and serious road cyclist, I have come to embrace the Ebike movement. I will always be in awe of professional cyclists, but if you hope to get average folks to consider commuting, or just getting on any bike again, it won't be on a high end touring or racing bike and having to do a roundtrip commute of 20 K or more. Hence the amazing utility of Ebikes. I believe Ebikes are revolutionary for public transportation ..... much more than electric cars. Love all the variety of your content!

@Danieltrotti 2 месяца назад

You run out of puff up that hill mate! Great videos. I have an electric and it transformed my riding life.

@ravennexusmh 2 месяца назад

i would deff swap that fork out for the 100mm reba i use on the gravel bike i commute on. it's a game changer on bad road commutes. pot holes, kerbs. off road sections then become irrellevant with so much active travel, running equal pos and neg springs and 30% sag

@nicholasgiles500 Месяц назад

We both have reisse and Muller bikes (cruiser and swing) for everyday use and hardly use the now one car anymore. One other big thing, is the hub, belt drive they have is more reliable, albeit more expensive, but it is worth the extra).Normally around 1500-2k miles a year. Paniers (are a must) on both and we can do a weekly shop between us, or two after work trip with all work stuff too. Charge the battery once a week, and half the time I am currently cycling I am not actually using any power.... Winner. Dropped to one car, saved on insurance, running costs and fuel. Get bike serviced twice a year and we have saved a fortune. People who live in the same clos as me basically get to work in the same part of town at basically the same time and have sat in traffic for ages while I just cruise past stationary traffic.

@marknhopgood Месяц назад

I commute and put my bike in a locking cage. I custom designed the battery to work for my journey. I can swap the cells out and a new set costs me about £80. I have 3 locks. 2 chain locks and one d lock with cable. OK so far, 6 months in.

@NickyLong89 Месяц назад

I bought an E-MTB and have ended up using it for commuting as well as having fun on a weekend. Due to traffic, it takes me about the same time as it would driving but I’m saving money on fuel and also getting a bit fitter. One of the best things I’ve ever bought is my e bike.

@soomad 2 месяца назад

Been eBike commuting since 2017. The difference it has made is not being faster, but now I commute around the year (also Finnish winter) since riding on low tyre pressure on ice is not an issue. I don't have to shower, I used to do 30K a day between home/uni/work. My base condition improved since I get a lot of low HR endurance training in. And I'm a less grumpy person since I get a lot of fresh air and sleep better 😅

@millertas Месяц назад

Had my ebike now for well over two years and as a house husband use it to carry groceries (basket/backpack). Love it and the best investment $A2K - much cheaper than the motorcycle/car/aging 15 speed bike. I am 65 years young.

@swecreations 2 месяца назад

Highly recommend getting a Litelok X1 angle grinder-resistant lock, it's fairly lightweight and impossible to get rid of unless they either cut your frame and wheels or spend 10+ minutes with an angle grinder on it. Hiplok D1000/Litelok X3 are even stronger options if needed.

@woolfwoolf Месяц назад

I have spent $2500 on my ebike about 6 yrs ago. Best purchase ever. I have replaced tires, brakes, a new battery, new cassette, new chain, all a few years ago. I use it to go to work and everything else.

@BernhardErnst 2 месяца назад

I own a Lark Air which has a front wheel motor and rear single speed. It is pedal assist only. The batteries are also in front which makes the front a bit heavier. The bicycle is great for commuting home from work against 30to 40 km/h wind for 14km plus a slight long uphill in the second part of the route. I did add a cargo rack because I was told by my work to shower when I arrive. Now I carry extra clothing and towel along when commuting to work. Trying to avoid backpack because it makes my entire back sweaty. When it is rainy season, mudguards or fenders are advisable. None of the bicycle have them because of "out of season" and because the racing cyclists want to keep the weight down. I wish that cycling shops also cater for the normal commuters which have less disposable income.

@daskleineM 2 месяца назад

Man the new Grizl:on is so damn sexy, but it's just too expensive for me. The Cube full suspension E-Bike I ride with 750wh battery and the bosch CX cost 1500€ less than the cheapest Grizl:on in allroad edition. I would love to own a dropbar e-bike at some point though. I just love dropbars. Always said "I don't need an E-Bike" and then I was riding a friends fullpower one in Turbo mode up a hill that I'm usually pedaling at 6-7 km/h and I was just like "take my money" and got one a few months later. Still owning a regular endurance road bike, but nowadays I'm almost fully converted to the battery life.

@rikkiola 2 месяца назад

Getting pretty tempted with an e-Gravel bike, this Grizl:ON is lovely. The thing putting me off, here in the UK at least, is the speed restriction. After riding alongside a friend who has an eBike last summer, it seemed that gradients of around 0-4 degrees proved to be the achilles heel due to the speed restriction. On a normal bike you'd whizz along nicely, though on the heavier eBike with extra gear or wider tyres, it's a fair bit slower, it seems you're constantly hovering at the restriction speed. Then, given the difference on hills, the whole concept of riding with one eBiker and one non-eBiker didn't seem so compatible. It seems this could be resolved with a small increase in the restriction, to say 32 km/h / 20mph, making it a more capable all-rounder. This would also align to many town/city centre speed limits

@gcn 2 месяца назад

The speed limit really does seem to split peoples opinions, perhaps the best way to approach ebike riding is to relax into it. Not to beast ever bit of road but let the bike do the work? 🤨

@br5380 2 месяца назад

I've an SL (Super Light) eMTB with corresponding less torque than full-fat eMTB's (35nm vs 85nm). Whereas the full-fat bikes are hard work pushing past the speed restriction the SL's feel more like a normal bike. I'd go test the Canyon (or equivalent, both RIbble & Specialised make eGravel's with low powered motors), you may be surprised.

@monty2078 2 месяца назад

I ride a Trek Domane+; it's only 27lbs so one the flats I can easily keep up with standard road bikes and top speed in Canada is 32kph. Being closer that 80 than 70 this allows me to ride with my club group.

@adrien5814 2 месяца назад

The last thing I want is old people (and I mean near their sixties) riding at 30kmh because some of them are straight out dangerous and distracted when they're commuting. 25 is still fast enough, that's faster than let's say 90% of non bike-enthusiast riders in the bike lane.

@monty2078 2 месяца назад

Hey Adrien 5418, I've been riding for o er70 years and am a very experienced cyclist, you shouldn't generalize as it indicates ignorance.

@madar427 2 месяца назад

Simon is the best presenter EVER.He makes everything interesting. Loved this video.

@tomholdsworth6055 2 месяца назад

Weight of an e-bike is not an issue when in use but can be a big issue for transport and storage. My dad's e-bike is so heavy it is really difficult to load onto a (very low) towball mounted carrier. Impossible to put on a roof carrier or store in a first floor flat.

@TomasWatchReviews Месяц назад

Commuting with an e bike is super cheap and fun. I love it. I use car only on rainy days and weekend shopping. For casual riding I still find simple non e bikes more fun.

@Frostbiker 2 месяца назад

3:26 I am going to copy the trick of using the u-lock as a shadow stand. It looks so much more sophisticated than a random stick.

@davidwatkin2993 2 месяца назад

But I was wondering where they mount the lock on the frame.

@ianbourne4084 2 месяца назад

After 2 years of commuting up 500m over 14kms nearly every day with standard racks and panniers I played with trailers and full family shopping... 20kg bag of rice, 4lt of cooking oil, 3lt of milk, 2kg of oats, 2kg of pasta, meat and vege, maybe another 5kg all together and I got home quicker than if i'd ridden my old Colnago carrying nothing but my paunch. That e-bikes are a game changer is a given. The thing that stops people riding is car and truck traffic. For e-bikes to truly deliver the benefits and the versatility that they have to offer we need people to feel safe riding.

@daztastic147 2 месяца назад

Good video, so pleased not to hear the terms ‘acoustic’ or ‘analog’ bike, and on another note its remarkable how much older Matt looks in the cycling sections!!

@620Supercomp Месяц назад

Commuting since 2012 with my Raleigh Stoker 36-40 (S-Pedelec), 16km each way. After nearly 21000 km í´m still happy with it. Bought a new battery in 2023 for 750 euro (Panasonic 36V-system), maintenance is easy (caring about the chain after each rainy day), changing the drivetrain after every 1500km for myself, using wintertires (Conti Wintercontact) and changing brakepads every year. Next bike will have a beltdrive and a hub gear (even easier to maintenanace)…

@jacksonbangs6603 2 месяца назад

I ride a Trek 520 touring bicycle. With this bicycle I did a cross country bicycle tour with no trouble. Now I use it to get to and from work. On a cross country bicycling adventure where would you charge an E-bike if you do mostly stealth camping in the wild?

@trailzable 14 дней назад

I just added a 500w front hub motor on my Surly Long Haul Trucker. The motor that I got from ebikeling is a geared hub, which allows the hub to freewheel so the bike can be pedaled normally (although it's heavier) Touring, you my not even notice the weight gain.

@alexwalker9803 2 месяца назад

I am looking at a commute of 28k each way originally was planning on a folding bike and a split commute but starting to think an ebike and doing the whole thing is a better was to go as the root is mostly flat. Does help that i know the commute the gcn guys are doing in this video is a very good comparison. I can also confirm that hill is steep and is a good thing at the top and bottom is a hospital

@rasmus_mattsson Месяц назад

Loved the video and I am trying to get over the "e-bikes are not for me as I won't get the training" kind of thing but a question (skip the first part and just go for the question if bored). As someone who commutes 10km single trip every day all year around for the past five years in the south of Sweden which means, in wintertime, climate similar to the UK with lots of water from up top but the added shit of 15-20 meters per second coastal wind every day and being "used" to this. I am now moving further north, about 650km or so, this means winters with snow a couple of months which might mess things up for the commute but also my commute will be 30-40km single trip so 60-80km a day. There is a great and fast train commute here but I'd prefer to use a bike as much as possible, at least half the year. Question: I love the gravel idea and want to add a gravel bike BUT since you have an engine, and since the bike weight in it self doesn't matter that much, and the fact the commutes can get pretty bad with some snow, would there be a downside to a e-mountainbike for commuting instead? I mean, it shouldn't make a difference in speed and not that much in range even though there is some extra drag. Why a Grizl ON instead of an Grand Canyon ON for half the price for example? In fact, why a Gravel e-bike instead of a hard tail MTB at all? My heart says gravel but my brain tries to say mtb... and of course, perhaps just a non electric gravel is a good option. Welcome answers and talking sense in to me by anyone who has the energy to answer 🙂 Ps. My road bike is a Canyon Ultimate CF SLX so I got the road side covered.

@simkomir 2 месяца назад

What happened to the frame bag? Did it fail because of overloading?

@deepditch3651 2 месяца назад

ive had mine for just over 2 years. battery is stil good, done about 5000 km so far. so easy and comfortable to ride. i live in the south of China and we have some serve weather, last year in a Typhoon i was still able to ride to work in 2 foot of water. wouldn't change as a daily rider.

@deepditch3651 2 месяца назад

i should add i bought a cheap chinese bike and replaced/upgraded the breaks as im a heavy rider.

@gnxk1854 2 месяца назад

Weight becomes an issue with e-bikes for commute when you have long segments at top speed. My e-bike is 28 kg, and on easy hill I cannot go above the 25kmph limit because it is simply too hard. That said, my bike has all you can imagine that adds weight for security: frame lock, tools, fenders, racks, bags, lights, etc. I will not trade in for security but I am looking forward lighter e-bikes.

@olski2129 Месяц назад

I commute 30km each way to work 6days a week on average gravel type bike, been doing so for 10 years now at least. I’m so obsessed with riding now I will do it even when sick or injured (I also run), which isn’t often but pushing through riding gets me healthier sooner. The effort is worth it for sure so not convenienced e-bike would make me feel that good to be honest, it feels like easy way out a bit 😆

@snowstrobe 2 месяца назад

Hmm, fair point about the weight thing. It was one of the things I was concerned about when looking at which one I'd get, (was looking at the Ripple Hybrid), as I thought it did matter. But of course, resistance is our biggest issue, not weight.

@IrvineCenterDriver 2 месяца назад

It’s still a concern for storing and transferring the bike.

@snowstrobe 2 месяца назад

@@IrvineCenterDriver Very true, I have to lug mine and and down stairs every day.

@HughCStevenson1 2 месяца назад

I have a e-bike that cost 600AUD to convert from a mountain bike that I already had. It has a 480 WHr battery and a powerful rear wheel motor. I had to do 2000 km to get my money back. I'm now on about 4000 km. Several points: My commute is about 35 km round trip - I can do this at quite high speed on 1 charge, just. I leave a charger at work so it gets down to only about 50% on each leg. The battery has reduced in capacity by maybe 15-20% over the 4000 km. It has a huge storage box on the back for luggage - great! Plenty of room for wet weather gear etc. It has full mudguards so I stay dry. Typical speed 30 kph (slightly illegal). Don't forget that the wheel with a motor in it can't have a quick release so punctures are an issue - you either have to carry a big spanner or a repair kit... It is terrible to pedal without power - sooooo heavy! I hope that helps people!

@Garybaxter1 2 месяца назад

Thanks for the informative video...wow what a bike!!! Better start saving!!😊

@gcn 2 месяца назад

You'll love it! Has an E-bike been on the list for a while?

@Garybaxter1 2 месяца назад

yes. But it would be nice if the limit was raised to 20mph@@gcn

@Flatter53 2 месяца назад

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@djsolstice8964 2 месяца назад

Daily commuter: 12.5 km each way, 80m elevation change. I'm using a mid drive Bafang BSS01 conversion kit on a MTB, 740 wh battery. 12,500 km so far. Battery and motor are great, never had any issues with it. The biggest cost is brake bads, I change them about ever 1500 km, so 2-3 times a year. If i could start over again, I would have bought a front hub motor with regen capabilities and the largest diamiter brake rotors I could fit, all in effort to saves brake bads = biggest cost. See the 'Grin Technologies' video on ebike regen brakeing, he explains it very well.