"In April, Zweirad Industrie Verband (ZIV), the German cycling industry association, published a paper with these recommendations:

• A support ratio of 1:4, where a rider’s 100W power output is matched by 400W from an electric motor
• A maximum assistance power of 750W <…> Although Bosch is just one of 140 members in the association, some have said that Bosch is exerting influence over the position to protect its place in the market. <…>

ZIV’s position has been interpreted as potentially blocking the development of heavier e-cargo bikes. Disabled people or those who cannot generate sufficient power could also struggle to use ebikes if ZIV’s recommendations are implemented."

Exactly! And i’m glad the story has this stated clearly: “The reason scooters are riding on the sidewalks is because they don’t feel safe on the streets.”

There is nothing wrong in trying to make a PEV a budget-friendly mode of transportation. Zero motorcycles are far from being affordable (for any market, but especially where Zeno is aiming).

I get mine from a filament spaghetti factory

Tltr: Avoid extremes.

E.g., bad scenarios: charging to the fullest/depleting to 0; usage/storage/charging in hot or sub-0 environments; going full throttle (vs eco mode); too high/too low tire pressure.

You’re welcome.

Could you tell whether you usually ride in car lanes? Is it a choice (meaning, don’t you have separate bike lanes)?

In any case, i wouldn’t dare to constantly ride a bike in traffic (if i would have a bike lane to use), and no bicycle radar would settle my concerns. Call it excessive caution or trust issues (myself and other people on the road). 💁

I wonder: To make a turn, do you only follow what radar tell you (or does not signal anything)? Do you still look over your shoulder to check yourself if it’s safe to maneuver? 🤔

Also: What kind of warnings do these radars provide (and how do you react)?

I cycle, therefore I advance

Considering how small it is - there is nowhere else to move the battery to.

If you want to keep the vehicle compact and maneuverable (and less prone to tip over), you keep the battery where it is now: low and near the centre of mass (or you can basically sit on top of it)).

“E-Cells, an e-bike brand in the US known for its all-wheel-drive fat tire e-bikes with extremely high performance, has announced that it is terminating operations and closing its doors.”