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Sqrl Klr · « **Reply #80 on:** March 13, 2025, 06:24:31 PM »

I'd try zip ties instead of rubber bands which would look better. You can stick a small flat head screwdriver into the zip tie to make it release without cutting it so you can reuse it without having to get another tie.

Congrats on the fun ride X!

Xraycer · « **Reply #81 on:** March 17, 2025, 10:26:44 AM »

Amazon dropped off some packages for me, yesterday. A few things for the new ebike. I installed the new side mirror, stem system, touring seat, and handlebar light. Of course after everything was installed and a number of adjustments made, I had to take a spin around the neighborhood to see if everything works and feels right. Everything feels good especially the new helmet! This helmet feels like it's custom made for my noggin. I currently own 2 big name helmets, and have paid +3x more than this $32 no name brand. What got me to order this helmet is that I wear glasses, and this helmet has a removable tinted Google that attaches by magnets. Didn't know that I would also be getting the best fitting helmet, ever!
https://a.co/d/bcXg50u

Still need a cell phone holder on that handlebar.

avator · « **Reply #82 on:** March 17, 2025, 10:48:06 AM »

Cup holder with a long straw... lol
Oh, and an airgun turret.

Xraycer · « **Reply #83 on:** March 17, 2025, 11:31:23 AM »

Quote from: avator on March 17, 2025, 10:48:06 AM

Cup holder with a long straw... lol
Oh, and an airgun turret.

Lol......at least, for the ag turret suggestion.
Due to the large battery, this ebike has no water bottle option on the frame. I would actually get a handlebar bottle holder if I had the real estate on the handlebar. Looks like it'll have to be a backpack with a drinking bladder.

Blowpipe Sam · « **Reply #84 on:** March 17, 2025, 11:55:48 AM »

I keep the bling to a minimum on my bikes. Every ounce you add to a bike is one more ounce you have to carry up hill or peddle home when the electrics die (and there’re gonna die). Consider this when you are contemplating shiny doo-dads. Stuff like lights and reflectors are nice but just added weight IMO.

Eliminate all unnecessary accessories! Remember, brakes only slow you down!

With bicycles KISS is the best policy!

Rick67 · « **Reply #85 on:** March 17, 2025, 11:58:40 AM »

Quote from: Xraycer on March 17, 2025, 10:26:44 AM

Amazon dropped off some packages for me, yesterday. A few things for the new ebike. I installed the new side mirror, stem system, touring seat, and handlebar light. Of course after everything was installed and a number of adjustments made, I had to take a spin around the neighborhood to see if everything works and feels right. Everything feels good especially the new helmet! This helmet feels like it's custom made for my noggin. I currently own 2 big name helmets, and have paid +3x more than this $32 no name brand. What got me to order this helmet is that I wear glasses, and this helmet has a removable tinted Google that attaches by magnets. Didn't know that I would also be getting the best fitting helmet, ever!
https://a.co/d/bcXg50u

Still need a cell phone holder on that handlebar.

I never knew visors would be so useful if you wear glasses, especially when it’s raining 👍

I had a Lazer bike helmet back in the mid 90s (dunno what happened to it) that I used as motorcycle helmet. It was large in appearance and could pass off as a motorcycle helmet with its size and mini vents. Light and airy for our tropical weather and it looked very futuristic at that time 👍

Xraycer · « **Reply #86 on:** March 17, 2025, 12:42:13 PM »

Quote from: Blowpipe Sam on March 17, 2025, 11:55:48 AM

I keep the bling to a minimum on my bikes. Every ounce you add to a bike is one more ounce you have to carry up hill or peddle home when the electrics die (and there’re gonna die). Consider this when you are contemplating shiny doo-dads. Stuff like lights and reflectors are nice but just added weight IMO.

Eliminate all unnecessary accessories! Remember, brakes only slow you down!

With bicycles KISS is the best policy!

This is a steel frame ebike. It's already 50lb stocked! Adding a few more accessories won't matter much. Surprisingly, even without motor assistance, this ebike handles and ride exceptionally well. This coming from someone who used to ride a -25lb carbon fiber road bike.
However, I'm in my 50's now and no longer have the physicality for my surrounding hilly terrains. At least, as of right now. My hope is that this ebike will reignite my riding enjoyment and help me get back into riding shape again.

Xraycer · « **Reply #87 on:** March 17, 2025, 12:48:02 PM »

Quote from: Rick67 on March 17, 2025, 11:58:40 AM

Quote from: Xraycer on March 17, 2025, 10:26:44 AM
Amazon dropped off some packages for me, yesterday. A few things for the new ebike. I installed the new side mirror, stem system, touring seat, and handlebar light. Of course after everything was installed and a number of adjustments made, I had to take a spin around the neighborhood to see if everything works and feels right. Everything feels good especially the new helmet! This helmet feels like it's custom made for my noggin. I currently own 2 big name helmets, and have paid +3x more than this $32 no name brand. What got me to order this helmet is that I wear glasses, and this helmet has a removable tinted Google that attaches by magnets. Didn't know that I would also be getting the best fitting helmet, ever!
https://a.co/d/bcXg50u

Still need a cell phone holder on that handlebar.

I never knew visors would be so useful if you wear glasses, especially when it’s raining 👍

I had a Lazer bike helmet back in the mid 90s (dunno what happened to it) that I used as motorcycle helmet. It was large in appearance and could pass off as a motorcycle helmet with its size and mini vents. Light and airy for our tropical weather and it looked very futuristic at that time 👍

I could understand how advantageous it could be with rain. This helmet came with tinted Google, since rather not have to swap between regular glasses and sun glasses when the lighting changes. Also, the googles would provide better protection from rain, bugs, and debris than glasses.

Rick67 · « **Reply #88 on:** March 17, 2025, 01:15:10 PM »

Quote from: Xraycer on March 17, 2025, 12:48:02 PM

Quote from: Rick67 on March 17, 2025, 11:58:40 AM
Quote from: Xraycer on March 17, 2025, 10:26:44 AM
Amazon dropped off some packages for me, yesterday. A few things for the new ebike. I installed the new side mirror, stem system, touring seat, and handlebar light. Of course after everything was installed and a number of adjustments made, I had to take a spin around the neighborhood to see if everything works and feels right. Everything feels good especially the new helmet! This helmet feels like it's custom made for my noggin. I currently own 2 big name helmets, and have paid +3x more than this $32 no name brand. What got me to order this helmet is that I wear glasses, and this helmet has a removable tinted Google that attaches by magnets. Didn't know that I would also be getting the best fitting helmet, ever!
https://a.co/d/bcXg50u

Still need a cell phone holder on that handlebar.

I never knew visors would be so useful if you wear glasses, especially when it’s raining 👍

I had a Lazer bike helmet back in the mid 90s (dunno what happened to it) that I used as motorcycle helmet. It was large in appearance and could pass off as a motorcycle helmet with its size and mini vents. Light and airy for our tropical weather and it looked very futuristic at that time 👍
I could understand how advantageous it could be with rain. This helmet came with tinted Google, since rather not have to swap between regular glasses and sun glasses when the lighting changes. Also, the googles would provide better protection from rain, bugs, and debris than glasses.

Definitely 👍

Mine was lightly tinted and worked well even at night.

It never got my noggin’ wet even when there was a heavy downpour for it had about 3 thin and small vents, IIRIC, and those slots were probably canted to a degree so they don’t get pierced by incoming droplets.

Oh, and I was using 125cc Suzuki off-road bike at that time and it passed with flying colors—-never took a spill though 😂

Xraycer · « **Reply #89 on:** March 20, 2025, 07:23:16 AM »

I think I finally my ebike completely how I want it, now. The final 2 pieces arrived yesterday: a phone holder and large, grippier pedals.
Went out for a test spin around the neighborhood, and everything feels good. Hoping for nice weather this weekend, and that it out on a couple hour ride.
Still deciding if I want to remove the stock light and horn combo. The light is barely visible during daylight and doesn't strobe, and I don't foresee ever using the horn. Plus, if I remove the combo, I would remove some clutter on the busy handlebar.

Nvreloader · « **Reply #90 on:** March 20, 2025, 11:55:16 AM »

Dinh
I thought about a ph holder, but decided against it, with this reasoning,
when I crash and burn again, I would wonder if my phone would be STILL attached to the bike,
or would it be thrown off some where and I couldn't find it.....when I needed it....

The phone now resides in a zippered pocket on this Old Bod, and I know WHERE it is,
if I can reach it....
ymmv

avator · « **Reply #91 on:** March 20, 2025, 12:00:38 PM »

I would be more worried about the phone surviving a pop up rain than a crash. We have water proof phone pouches for the ATVs.

Xraycer · « **Reply #92 on:** March 20, 2025, 01:43:09 PM »

Quote from: Nvreloader on March 20, 2025, 11:55:16 AM

Dinh
I thought about a ph holder, but decided against it, with this reasoning,
when I crash and burn again, I would wonder if my phone would be STILL attached to the bike,
or would it be thrown off some where and I couldn't find it.....when I needed it....

The phone now resides in a zippered pocket on this Old Bod, and I know WHERE it is,
if I can reach it....
ymmv

Well. I've decided that I'm not going to ever crash, so that resolves that issue

I'll be riding predominantly in none remote areas, so plenty of homes and car traffic around. So, not worried about being cut off due to losing a phone.
I have no idea how waterproof this thing is, but if I get caught up in the rain and it gets fried, the 21 speeds will get me and the +50lb bike home .
I like to be able to see my phone for incoming calls, texts, and other stuff. Just a chance I'm willing to take. However, I will pack along some Ziplocs and rubber bands into my hydration backpacks. Also, a small, disposable poncho may come in handy for waiting out a downpour.

ER00z · « **Reply #93 on:** March 20, 2025, 04:42:59 PM »

Part of me wishes I went the e-bike route. Would make the hills easier

I was recently gifted a new bike, an Ozark Trail G1 (gravel bike). Honestly haven't taken it for a spin yet, but it seems to be well built. I nearly finished completely rebuilding/making my older box store mountain bike reliable for daily use. Just have to true the wheels and re-grease the hubs. Took it out for an hour long shakedown ride today... well, ~40min riding, ~10min walking and ~10min just breathing. Got to love those hill climbs

Sqrl Klr · « **Reply #94 on:** March 25, 2025, 05:51:08 PM »

Looks slick X! I got a phone holder for my car the other day and now I use my phone as a dash cam. Works good!

Nvreloader · « **Reply #95 on:** April 09, 2025, 01:08:55 PM »

Finally getting some decent days around here, even if it is a bit chilly, as long as the blasted wind is not over 10/15 mph.
I have had several trips around the valley, enough I have to recharge my battery's back up, over 80 miles since the last charge.
I'll leave the batts on the charger for 3 hrs, that will bring them back up to just about 80% of a full charge, then I'll ride some this after noon,, I hope.
ymmv
Tia,

Sqrl Klr · « **Reply #96 on:** April 10, 2025, 12:51:11 PM »

X I saw a guy on a yellow one riding by my place. I like your white one better.

Motorhead · « **Reply #97 on:** April 10, 2025, 01:02:07 PM »

The wife & I have been taking rides as we get warmer days and breaks in the winter weather. We just did a 15 mile ride yesterday.
It feels really good to get out and ride ... Wife at 70, myself 66 we are still getting out and doing it !!!

Blowpipe Sam · « **Reply #98 on:** April 10, 2025, 01:05:55 PM »

15 miles gets you in the Iron Butt club! That’s impressive!

Xraycer · « **Reply #99 on:** April 10, 2025, 01:19:34 PM »

Quote from: Sqrl Klr on April 10, 2025, 12:51:11 PM

X I saw a guy on a yellow one riding by my place. I like your white one better.

Yellow bike? That definitely definitely wasn't me! Lol

I've since tweaked and added some more bling to get the ebike more to my liking and comfort. Such as: a suspension seat post; white rear led lights; throttle style adjuster for the front derailer; handlebar water bottle holder; raised handlebar with bull barends.

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