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Originally Posted by BrianG
Not sure if 6 speeds are necessary really - I would think 2 or 3 speeds would be sufficient to get good low end and good top speed without overworking the motor. After all, legal top speed of ~70mph on most roads.
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Like crash has brought up, there are some legal restrictions to consider. I've tossed around the idea of an E-Bike and looked into the regulations. Even in Montana you can only go 20 MPH under the bike's own power without having to register it as a vehicle (doing so makes you add stuff like a windshield and stuff). Pedal-assisted speed can be up to 35 if memory serves. Kinda put a damper on my plans, most of the way to work for me is a 60 zone. Granted it would take a cop with a serious bug up his ass to stop you on your E-Bike, but don't they all seem to be asswipes anyway? If I can get stopped 3 times in 1 year for not having a front plate I'd be concerned about riding a bike that triples the legal power limit.
Could be fun for your little girl, get a big wheel and replace the front wheel with a little 100w hub motor or something. Would make a Christmas present she'd never forget!
