I bought my first e bike

[Trailrider1951]

I ordered it from Amazon last Saturday, it was shipped on Monday and arrived on Thursday. This morning I charged up the battery (about 4 hrs) and assembled the bike. I took it on several short trips around the neighborhood, human power only, to get a feel for the way the bike brakes and handles, and to tweak the fit (seat and handlebar position). Then I turned on the juice and tried pedal assist mode. OMG it is SO much fun! I can now ride all day like I used to! Hills are now effortless! Holy Guacamole this is one awesome ride! Ask me anything!

[diddlysquat]

1. Ask me anything...

OK. Can you tell us what brand you got?

[Trailrider1951]

4. Absolutely! Here is a link to the bicycle

https://www.amazon.com/ANCHEER-Electric-Mountain-Removable-Lithium-Ion/dp/B07SN1FRNN/ref=pd_cp_468_1/140-2277403-5388822?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B07SN1FRNN&pd_rd_r=72f12e78-2310-4901-aa0e-ce0c554316ed&pd_rd_w=F6IEe&pd_rd_wg=60LnB&pf_rd_p=ef4dc990-a9ca-4945-ae0b-f8d549198ed6&pf_rd_r=EKXKZ9RXCKRE0X0E003F&refRID=EKXKZ9RXCKRE0X0E003F


I purchased this bike because:
1) I wanted the mountain bike functionality. I want to ride trails. I'm not interested in commuting (I ride the train).
2) Very affordable.
3) Generally good reviews. After assembling my bike, it was pretty clear that most of the bad reviews resulted from ignorance on the part of the reviewer. Please, if you are NOT knowledgeable about bicycle construction, seek people who know about bicycles to help you with your purchase.

Hope this helps!

[CottonBear]

2. How hard or easy was the assembly process?

How much did the E bike cost?

[Trailrider1951]

5. See my post above

It contains the link

[Trailrider1951]

6. Also search youtube for Vegas Romaniac

He bought one of these and posted a bunch of videos. Beware that he is very much a mechanical wizard when it comes to bicycles and motorcycles so seek knowledgeable help when you assemble your bicyclle.

[Trailrider1951]

17. Oops, I didn't answer your assembly question. Here's my answer

I have owned, ridden and raced mountain bikes for years, and am very comfortable with assembling this bicycle. It comes with everything you need to have, but I replaced the stock seat with one more to my liking. They ship the bike with the rear wheel, brakes, and motor controller already installed on the frame. You must install the front wheel, handlebars and stem, pedals, seat and seat post. They even give you a tool kit with 3 metric wrenches and 3 allen wrenches. The assembly instructions are a joke, not clear at all. And there is one big thing they don't tell you: There is a metal bracket that protects the rear derailleur during shipment. This bracket must be removed before riding or the bike won't shift right. Removal requires a 19mm wrench that they don't supply! At least one of the one-star ratings this bike received was from someone who didn't know this! So, if you're not mechanically inclined, or have little knowledge of bicycle construction, get help from someone familiar with bikes. And remember to have fun!

On edit: Also, the tires are shipped under-inflated. Please inflate to 50 psi before riding. Again, this is not covered in the "instructions".

[diddlysquat]

3. Another one

How far can you go on one battery charge?

[Trailrider1951]

7. Well that depends on several things

Terrain? Hills take more energy, flat saves energy

Weight of bicyclist/luggage

Mode: pedal assist gets the most mileage, about 50 miles; power only, about 15 miles

Hope this helps!

[Disaffected]

19. Do these bikes

have regenerative braking (like electric cars)??

[Trailrider1951]

21. No that's hybrid cars only as far as I know

Maybe bikes of the future will incorporate that feature. Imagine, recharging your battery with each steep downhill!

[Disaffected]

22. AFAIK

all battery only vehicles (as well as hybrids) have regen braking as it makes a great deal of sense.

Recharging a bike battery on the downhills seems equally sensible and I'm a bit surprised they don't offer it now.

The brakes hot enough to boil water in the video attest to the amount of energy to be regained.

[True Dough]

8. My wife purchased an e-bike a year ago

She also loves it. When we were in Colorado, we rented bikes in Telluride. She went with an e-bike, I took a conventional one. At that elevation, I was sucking wind up whenever we went uphill. She was having no problems.

[Hoyt]

9. Cool. I've been thinking about one. Used to ride everywhere, but age and hills

have taken it’s toll.

How do they feel/ride without the power? I know they are a good bit heavier, but I would like good exercise with power when I need it.

[Trailrider1951]

11. Quote: "I would like good exercise with power when I need it."

That is exactly why I wanted this bike, and it delivers beautifully! I'm now 67 years old and my asthma is slowly getting worse, but I still love to ride. Now I can keep up with my teenaged grandchildren. Here in the Tacoma, WA area, the trails can have some steep hills and I think that this bike will help me cope with them. It has 3 levels of pedal assist. So far, I've tried Low and Medium, on flat trail and a couple of low hills, and the riding was SO EASY! It is worth every nickel I spent!

Take a look at this guy's videos ("Vegas Romaniac&quot :

&list=PLzKxcAtoSOR95cFPc7irZNwsaOOzB5vjk&index=1

He's getting plenty of exercise, while riding trails he could not ride before on an unassisted bike.

[Hoyt]

15. Thanks. Great video. Don't have any trails that nice near me, but there are some decent ones.

[Trailrider1951]

13. Also, yes the bike is heavier than my other bike

With the battery installed, it weighs about 50 lbs. I was concerned (needlessly) about the weight, but it has proven to be no problem. It still has 3 speeds up front (triple chainring) and 7 speeds in the back. But now granny gear is effortless for this granny!

[orleans]

10. that's very cool...

just try to remember to get a good bike lock, don't leave it in the driveway behind the car, and bring it in at night so it doesn't get cold



congratulations on your new addition!

[Trailrider1951]

12. Thanks! I have a large shed in the back yard

With a good lock on it. That is where it lives when I'm not riding it. Also I have a long thick cable lock for it when I take it out. Apparently, the battery is cold and heat sensitive, so I can detach it from the bike on cold nights and charge it in my warm house.

[Phentex]

14. I looked at them a few months ago...

but was overwhelmed. I want one just for riding to my babysitting jobs around the neighborhood. I've also considered getting a kit to convert my current bicycle to electric assist.

Thanks for the info!

[Trailrider1951]

16. A couple of more things I should mention

Frame size: This isn't exactly clear in the ad for the bike. I measured the length of the frame from the top of the seat tube (where you insert the seat post) to the middle of the bottom bracket (where the pedals attach) and it was about 18". This is a large frame. I am 5'7" and it feels a bit big, but I can cope. If you are a smaller person, this bike may not be for you. Ancheer makes smaller framed bikes (folding bikes) that may be better for the more petite. Just search Amazon.

Also, I realize that some people prefer not to shop Amazon. I get that. In your case, check with your local bike shop. They may be able to order a bike for you, as well as advise you as to the right bike for you, and help with the bike assembly and fit. Hope this helps!

[Disaffected]

18. What's the

0 to 60 time?

[Trailrider1951]

20. Well, that depends on what mode I'm in

Full power, pedal assist, or fat Grannie, which also depends on what mood I'm in LOL

[Demdummy]

23. I agree!

I've had my e-bike for several months now and I love it! I live in a hilly neighborhood and after a couple back surgeries ridding a conventional bike just wasn't fun any more. Now I can ride like i did 20 years ago and still get a great workout. There are lots of different models out there to choose from. Bikes for ridding on the road or trail, in the snow or sand. Skinny tires, fat tires and even step through models for folks that have a difficult time throwing their leg high over a seat. There are also folding bikes that can fit in a trunk. There are quite a few companies out there building these and selling them by mail order. You can also buy them from many bike shops. They usually cost a bit more that way but of course you can get service and your supporting your local guy. I shopped around and rode a few before I took the plunge. The web site Electric Bike Review is an excellent source to research them.