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12 Years of Ebike Ownership: Lessons on Durability, Repairs, and Choosing the Right Motor
Key Takeaways
- The author has owned 7 ebikes over 12 years, with only 3 still operational.
- Ebike repairs often require returning to the dealer or shipping to a distributor, unlike regular bikes.
- Batteries are manufacturer-specific and can become unavailable, rendering bikes unusable.
- Brose motors required multiple repairs, while Bosch and Shimano were more reliable.
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