E-bike assistance speed limit. What it supposed to be?

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Hey fellow riders and e-bike enthusiasts!

As we all cruise through the ever-evolving landscape of e-biking, there's one topic that keeps popping up in our chats: the motor assistance speed limit. It's a hot topic, with opinions as varied as our bike trails. So, I thought, why not put it to a vote and see where we all stand?

VOTE HERE!​

Poll Question: What motor assistance limit would satisfy you?​

• Option A: I'm not riding an e-bike, so don't care.
• Option B: I'm not riding an e-bike, but they shouldn't get assistance above 16 mph!
• Option C: 16 mph (25 km/h) is fine!
• Option D: 20 mph (32 km/h) is the way to go!
• Option E: No limits for me! I'm riding a conversion, chipped, throttle-assisted, not restricted brand bike!

VOTE HERE!​

Whether you're an avid e-biker, thinking about getting into it, or just here for the good vibes, your opinion matters! This isn't just about numbers on a speedometer; it's about shaping the future of e-biking to fit our needs, preferences, and safety.

So, what do you think? Cast your vote and let's get the conversation rolling! Feel free to share your thoughts, experiences, and maybe even a story or two about why you chose your answer. Let's make this poll as lively and informative as our rides!

Looking forward to seeing where we stand as a community on this. Every vote is a pedal stroke towards the e-biking future we're all crafting together!

 

[luna87824]

My vote would be for US class 3!!

 

[Polar]

I would be satisfied with 32 km/h because 25 km/h on flat is just to slow.
Chipping is not an option for me due to warranty and other consequences.

 

[Stoffel]

My vote would be for you to just derestrict your bike if you think the limit holds you back so much.

It would seemingly also free up a lot of your spare time.

 

[irie]

My vote would be for you to just derestrict your bike if you think the limit holds you back so much.

It would seemingly also free up a lot of your spare time.

Or alternatively, buy a powerful electric bike, tax and insure it, and ride it legally on the road. You might also need a licence, but what's not to like?

Oh.

 

[cozzy]

D.
I could set my gen1 kenevo to 20mph via Bluetooth. I felt it to be the ideal speed.
The dongle on my gen2 is probably unlimited. Not that it's possible to ride around at 30+mph with low gearing and DH tyres like some seem to think. But if I had the option to set it at 20, I would.

 

[Alba23]

• Option D: 20 mph (32 km/h) is the way to go!

But would the 4mph increase be noticed? I used the Whyte e160 to get to the woods via the road (around 5km) and would have liked a bit more tax-free paddling before the power assist switch-off.

 

[ThierryGTLTS]

For me 250w continous to 25km/h,
decreasing slowly to 100W at 30km/h,
decreasing to 60W at 32km/h, and cut over.

This could satisfy most of the people.

And like some people say, we don't need SUV e-bikes.
If you want throtle, buy a motorbike.

 

[lamerecycles]

Hey fellow riders and e-bike enthusiasts!

As we all cruise through the ever-evolving landscape of e-biking, there's one topic that keeps popping up in our chats: the motor assistance speed limit. It's a hot topic, with opinions as varied as our bike trails. So, I thought, why not put it to a vote and see where we all stand?

VOTE HERE!​

Poll Question: What motor assistance limit would satisfy you?​

• Option A: I'm not riding an e-bike, so don't care.
• Option B: I'm not riding an e-bike, but they shouldn't get assistance above 16 mph!
• Option C: 16 mph (25 km/h) is fine!
• Option D: 20 mph (32 km/h) is the way to go!
• Option E: No limits for me! I'm riding a conversion, chipped, throttle-assisted, not restricted brand bike!

VOTE HERE!​

Whether you're an avid e-biker, thinking about getting into it, or just here for the good vibes, your opinion matters! This isn't just about numbers on a speedometer; it's about shaping the future of e-biking to fit our needs, preferences, and safety.

So, what do you think? Cast your vote and let's get the conversation rolling! Feel free to share your thoughts, experiences, and maybe even a story or two about why you chose your answer. Let's make this poll as lively and informative as our rides!

Looking forward to seeing where we stand as a community on this. Every vote is a pedal stroke towards the e-biking future we're all crafting together!

For LaMere Cycles the answer is Option E with a caveat being that the bike should be Class 3 meaning pedal assist, no throttle, and limited to 28mph. Shimano just released the new EP801 speed motor that we as an OEM manufacturer can set up to 28mph, so we are one of the few providers in the USA of a true Class 3 eMTB and our eFat bike the eSummit, but we always tell our customers to check their local trail regulations as some trails only allow Class 1 eMTB bikes. Of course if you are a good rider Class 1 will drive you nuts as you hit the 19mph limit on an open or downhill section and suddenly you are just pedaling a heavy 50lb bike.

 

[Canyon Shawn]

Option E should be a chipped setup and you should have an option F for throttle bikes as there is a big difference between the two. And, most trials don’t allow throttle bikes. I wish my Trek EXe had no limit. Because even on a flat flow trail I’m bumping up against that 20 mph cutoff.

 

[jetskier973]

21 specialized turbo levo is my whip.
Not a fan of speed limit on pedal assist only bikes.
My biggest complaint is how the motor feels like it actually fights back. It's a big distraction and a mental bummer. I just want to be able to focus on riding the trail within its' limits, the bikes' capabilities, and within my own limits.
I got Levociraptor within a month after riding restricted on my local trails, and it's the best thing I did. My favorite local trails have lots of great runs where you can ride into the 20's. There's are lots of trees and turns, but it is easily manageable.
Go ahead and tell me I'm riding a pedal assist motorcycle at that point, I don't care. I make fun of my emtb friends for riding mopeds anyway.
Going fast is fun. Change my mind.
And, as @Stoffel points out, it frees up lots of would-be spare time. I can get extra laps on the go-fast sections.

 

[Stoffel]

21 specialized turbo levo is my whip.
Not a fan of speed limit on pedal assist only bikes.
My biggest complaint is how the motor feels like it actually fights back. It's a big distraction and a mental bummer. I just want to be able to focus on riding the trail within its' limits, the bikes' capabilities, and within my own limits.
I got Levociraptor within a month after riding restricted on my local trails, and it's the best thing I did. My favorite local trails have lots of great runs where you can ride into the 20's. There's are lots of trees and turns, but it is easily manageable.
Go ahead and tell me I'm riding a pedal assist motorcycle at that point, I don't care. I make fun of my emtb friends for riding mopeds anyway.
Going fast is fun. Change my mind.
And, as @Stoffel points out, it frees up lots of would-be spare time. I can get extra laps on the go-fast sections.

I actually meant it would free up the ops spare time from campaigning for raising the speed limit…

 

[CarbonMan]

Hey fellow riders and e-bike enthusiasts!

As we all cruise through the ever-evolving landscape of e-biking, there's one topic that keeps popping up in our chats: the motor assistance speed limit. It's a hot topic, with opinions as varied as our bike trails. So, I thought, why not put it to a vote and see where we all stand?

VOTE HERE!​

Poll Question: What motor assistance limit would satisfy you?​

• Option A: I'm not riding an e-bike, so don't care.
• Option B: I'm not riding an e-bike, but they shouldn't get assistance above 16 mph!
• Option C: 16 mph (25 km/h) is fine!
• Option D: 20 mph (32 km/h) is the way to go!
• Option E: No limits for me! I'm riding a conversion, chipped, throttle-assisted, not restricted brand bike!

VOTE HERE!​

Whether you're an avid e-biker, thinking about getting into it, or just here for the good vibes, your opinion matters! This isn't just about numbers on a speedometer; it's about shaping the future of e-biking to fit our needs, preferences, and safety.

So, what do you think? Cast your vote and let's get the conversation rolling! Feel free to share your thoughts, experiences, and maybe even a story or two about why you chose your answer. Let's make this poll as lively and informative as our rides!

Looking forward to seeing where we stand as a community on this. Every vote is a pedal stroke towards the e-biking future we're all crafting together!

Youre missing the most important option-28mph. I think Euro should adopt the same speeds/classes as we have in USA.

 

[irie]

Youre missing the most important option-28mph. I think Euro should adopt the same speeds/classes as we have in USA.

Why?

 

[Canyon Shawn]

Youre missing the most important option-28mph. I think Euro should adopt the same speeds/classes as we have in USA.

That won’t happen. If anything, just the opposite will happen.

 

[franciscoasismm]

With 38T chainring 50 km/h (31mph) would be perfect