Jerome Daoust
100 W
I am not familiar with what are good brands of bicycles (in the USA) to which I could then add a BMC motor, probably one of their new ones.
My wish list is...
1 ) Keep the price under 3000 $US (just the bike here, no motor or battery...). More like 2000 $US if possible.
2 ) A bike that has full (front+rear) suspension with ample travel, to allow me to glide over paved road irregularities (potholes, uneven surfaces...), so I don't end my rides with a sore butt. I'm thinking 5" (12 cm) of travel.
3 ) An upright riding position (I know it causes more drag). Maybe a downhill MTB will typicaly allow for a low seat?
4 ) Weight under 35 lb (16 kg), so that when I add a 10 lb motor it will be under 45 lb without batteries.
5 ) No cables atop the frame, ahead of the seat. So I can use my Thule 990 bike carrier.
6 ) Hydraulic front disk brake.
7 ) A minimum of 5 gears. I only plan on light pedaling, so no need for much more gears.
8 ) Desired (not a must): Side (or center) stand.
I'm thinking:
a ) Iron Horse
b ) Trek
Suggestion of brands/models greatly appreciated. Happy rides,
Jerome
PS. Did my homework, and I'm not interested in:
1) Optibike: High price, transport weight of 57 lb (can't remove battery) and noise (don't mind myself) will attract unwanted attention on the bike paths I use.
2) E+: Weighs 65 lb (removing front wheel not practical for transport, and would still be too heavy), no rear suspension.
My wish list is...
1 ) Keep the price under 3000 $US (just the bike here, no motor or battery...). More like 2000 $US if possible.
2 ) A bike that has full (front+rear) suspension with ample travel, to allow me to glide over paved road irregularities (potholes, uneven surfaces...), so I don't end my rides with a sore butt. I'm thinking 5" (12 cm) of travel.
3 ) An upright riding position (I know it causes more drag). Maybe a downhill MTB will typicaly allow for a low seat?
4 ) Weight under 35 lb (16 kg), so that when I add a 10 lb motor it will be under 45 lb without batteries.
5 ) No cables atop the frame, ahead of the seat. So I can use my Thule 990 bike carrier.
6 ) Hydraulic front disk brake.
7 ) A minimum of 5 gears. I only plan on light pedaling, so no need for much more gears.
8 ) Desired (not a must): Side (or center) stand.
I'm thinking:
a ) Iron Horse
b ) Trek
Suggestion of brands/models greatly appreciated. Happy rides,
Jerome
PS. Did my homework, and I'm not interested in:
1) Optibike: High price, transport weight of 57 lb (can't remove battery) and noise (don't mind myself) will attract unwanted attention on the bike paths I use.
2) E+: Weighs 65 lb (removing front wheel not practical for transport, and would still be too heavy), no rear suspension.