Rad Power Bikes announced its newest model this morning, marking the first belt-driven low-cost electric bike from the Seattle-based e-bike...

Rad Power Bikes announced its newest model this morning, marking the first belt-driven low-cost electric bike from the Seattle-based e-bike…

    • PeachMan@lemmy.worldEnglish
      15·
      5 months ago

      For a QUALITY belt-drive e-bike? Absolutely. There are a few brands that make cheaper belt-drive single-speeds, like Ride1Up: https://ride1up.com/product/roadster-v2/

      But compared to that bike, this one from Rad Power has a better motor, bigger battery with more range, disc brakes, front suspension, a rack with integrated lights…and Rad Power has a better reputation as a brand. So this bike is a bargain at $1400 IMO.

      If I could think of one criticism, it would be that this bike should come with a Gates belt drive (that’s the top brand in the belt drive market). But the 2-year warranty inspires confidence, even if they’re not using a Gates drive.

      • FartsWithAnAccent@fedia.ioOPM
        1·
        5 months ago

        Hoping belt driven stuff comes down in general. I want a belt driven commuter, doesn’t even need a motor: I just don’t want to bother maintaining a chain and derailleur lol

        Been looking at Breezers or maybe a nice little folder like the Tern Link D8i