Hmmm - okay - I couldn't find much on the Panasonic except its the same basic mid-drive concept. The links you gave all led to Bosch-powered bikes, hence the confusion (oops!).Should be working said:Teklektik, it's the 2011 Jarifa Speed, hence a Panasonic 300w motor, not the newer 2012 with the Bosch.
Anyhow, looks like you have a clear plan for moving forward - let us know how your shopping goes :wink: .