'The big problem is water': UK ebike owners plagued by failing motors

Re:'The big problem is water': UK ebike owners plagued by fa... by tyingq on Saturday June 15, 2024 @07:21AM (#40689035)

The Netherlands does have a reputation for the best built/maintained roads in Europe. Maybe better drainage, fewer puddles and potholes? Plus flatter terrain, so less overall strain on the motor.

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Re:'The big problem is water': UK ebike owners plagued by fa... by prmoustache on Saturday June 15, 2024 @09:20AM (#40689630)

This. Road condition is the key. Most of the water you collect while riding, even with full length fenders, is dirty water sprayed by your and other users tires. The rain itself usually account for very little in comparison.

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Re:'The big problem is water': UK ebike owners plagued by fa... by jerlam on Saturday June 15, 2024 @03:38PM (#40692184)

The article mentions "mountain bikes" several times, which implies the failing bikes aren't ridden on roads at all. The fenders shown on the picture are not the same ones to be used on the road. It's possible we're talking about two completely different types of cycling.

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Re:'The big problem is water': UK ebike owners plagued by fa... by tyingq on Saturday June 15, 2024 @04:52PM (#40692616)

I'm willing to bet that most electric mountain bikes are ridden on roads.

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