Choosing an EMTB

[Ziptie 524]

Hey guys, looking to get my first emtb. I need some knowledge and input.

Option 1 is a 2018 Haibike xduro allmtn 7.5

Option 2 is a 2021 Trek Powerfly FS4.

Haibike is well used but fully operational.

Trek is in like new condition.

Looking to use for pre riding GNCC and enduro courses for offroad moto. Maybe ride to and from the gym. Im 6 ft 180-185. Any input would be nice. Can snag either one for about $1800.

 

[Ribinrobin]

I'd go the trek over the haibike. My friend has a powerfly and takes 2 batteries out with him, he loves it.

 

[Ziptie 524]

Kind of thinking i might get the trek. Especially since there is a massive trek shop a mile from my house

 

[steve_sordy]

Kind of thinking i might get the trek. Especially since there is a massive trek shop a mile from my house

The winning argument!
It's newer and less likely to have age-related problems with the motor and/ or battery. And if you do, you have an expert close by.

 

[Ziptie 524]

The winning argument!
It's newer and less likely to have age-related problems with the motor and/ or battery. And if you do, you have an expert close by.

Someone just pointed out to me that the trek has only 100/120mm of suspension travel but the haibike has 150mm both front and rear. Im not going down any black trails. Its premade courses for motorcycle enduros. Would the trek be good enough for that with 120mm of suspension?

 

[steve_sordy]

Someone just pointed out to me that the trek has only 100/120mm of suspension travel but the haibike has 150mm both front and rear. Im not going down any black trails. Its premade courses for motorcycle enduros. Would the trek be good enough for that with 120mm of suspension?

Ah, you got me there! I didn't look up the spec of the bikes, I had assumed that they were similar enough for you to judge them as fit for your purpose.

For my purposes, I would want the 150mm minimum. You may be very happy indeed with the lower travel. Many very good riders make lower travel look like more.
Personally, I would be concerned about any 2018 bike without seeing a full diagnostic on the battery and knowing for certain how many miles the bike had travelled.

 

[Ziptie 524]

Ah, you got me there! I didn't look up the spec of the bikes, I had assumed that they were similar enough for you to judge them as fit for your purpose.

For my purposes, I would want the 150mm minimum. You may be very happy indeed with the lower travel. Many very good riders make lower travel look like more.
Personally, I would be concerned about any 2018 bike without seeing a full diagnostic on the battery and knowing for certain how many miles the bike had travelled.

Bike has 1500 miles. And apparently was recently serviced at a bike shop.

 

[steve_sordy]

Bike has 1500 miles. And apparently was recently serviced at a bike shop.

It sounds like you really want the Haibike. Go with it, it will be a very good intro for your first emtb.

 

[timpuparts]

GasGas has many of their bikes on sale. I would go new for a little more money.

 

[dimitrin]

My brother just bought a new gas gas and loves it. It was a killer deal!
And two local deaIers.
On e-bikes, I have noticed they seem to beat the crap out of themselves more than the regular pedal bikes, and consequently require a bit more attention. Having a dealer nearby for repair is clutch for an ebike imho.

 

[Pedec]

I bought a gasgas trail 3 2 month ago and put 460km on it so far and it been rereally good for the price. I ride it on boost all the time and have it chipped also.

 

[paolo_materazzi]

Hi guys, I'm considering buying a cargo bike to transport two kids. I'm choosing between the Yuba Kombi and the io InBicy. What would you recommend?

https://donnobikes.com/prodotto/io-inbicy-power-mivice/

Kombi E6 - Yuba Cargo Bikes

La Kombi E6 di Yuba offre una potente assistenza, trasportando facilmente fino a 2 passeggeri, perfetta per muoversi in città con un design compatto e versatile.

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[Polar]

Hi guys, I'm considering buying a cargo bike to transport two kids. I'm choosing between the Yuba Kombi and the io InBicy. What would you recommend?

https://donnobikes.com/prodotto/io-inbicy-power-mivice/

Kombi E6 - Yuba Cargo Bikes

La Kombi E6 di Yuba offre una potente assistenza, trasportando facilmente fino a 2 passeggeri, perfetta per muoversi in città con un design compatto e versatile.

yubabikes.it

Neither but this one

Globe Haul - Specialized

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[paolo_materazzi]

Neither but this one

Globe Haul - Specialized

www.specialized.com

why?
I don't quite like the look of this one, and I see it weighs 40kg. And what kind of motor is it?

 

[Polar]

why?
I don't quite like the look of this one, and I see it weighs 40kg. And what kind of motor is it?

If you don't like it here's another option.

Turbo Porto

The all-new Turbo Porto is more than the most useful and powerful long tail cargo e-bike in it’s category. It’s meticulously crafted to be the highest p...

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