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Probably won't be much room for any other brands with all the BionX bikes flooding the dumps.

Usually I use the 17 and for the steepest hills, the 28. The 11 is mostly just the last cog on the cassette. I've never had a chain derailment issue (yet). BTW, this particular bike is a GT Zaskar with a Ritchey carbon fork and weighs only 35 pounds with a BBS02 and Luna 52V, 6 ah battery. I seldom ...

Another solution is to use fewer cassette cogs with the 42T Lekkie; 11-17-28 with 8-speed spacing are adequate for my BBS02 system. This provides a relatively straight chainline for all three gears.

Since it's Specialized it may have a lifetime warranty, which is great if it breaks (unlikely). My 18 year old GT aluminum frame is still going strong, and just converted with a BBS02.

To clarify the comment about front hubs on dirt, I wasn't referring dirt roads where they function adequately, but steep dirt singletrack, and it's not fear, just the front wheel can lose traction or the system overheat.

A front hub system makes sense for a cargo bike on the road since it balances the weight somewhat, but off road there are problems. FMW, you need to transfer your weight forward when ascending a hill (off road) or the wheel won't provide traction.

Based on my and my wife's experiences with three BBS02's, I can't imagine you using less than 20 wh/mile with two children and/or camping material. 17.5 watts probably will get you there, but not home. You might be able to keep the usage down to 10-15 wh/mile on your commute with lots of pedaling.

A 28 mph Juiced bike can be configured per your requirements, and the company has better than average reviews for its products. Otherwise DIY with either a BBS or Mac system depending on whether mid or hub seems more appropriate for your application.

The rear of your bike is set up for a rim brake, not a disc. That said someone (Spinning Magnets, I think) showed a clamp-on rear disc mount.

I'm not a lawyer either, but to me, if you have assets worth suing for I'd find another hobby. There was a guy on here doing that though and hadn't had any difficulties. His name AIR was Henry, so you might be able to locate his posts.

My LBS has treated my e-bikes (that have minimal work done there since I do most of the maintenance) just like my MTB's. They've performed wheel builds and brake work at their "normal" prices.

I asked Luna and received the same answer, but I'd bet they're being coy and already have a big order for the street version.

There's a lot of hate for Luna from individuals who have never purchased from them. I've received two excellent batteries (one in its third year of powering a 48V, 1000w system as well as a BBS02), two BBS02's and other incidental products from them, and have been satisfied with every transaction.

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I can only drool since I would need to drive about 100 miles to exercise it sufficiently.

My friend purchased a Ping battery about two years ago, and it wasn't right from the beginning; now, it's dead. Made inquiries with Ping about the quality problem to no avail.

AFAIK, 10 speed cassettes can be accommodated on the same hubs as 9 speed employ (or even 8, but with 7 you need a spacer). Check with Paul at em3ev to see if the Mac's cassette is "9"-speed or with Justin at ebikesca to see what they offer, since those are the individuals who will respond to questi...

Remember, it doesn't have a pedal system (unless you purchase the useless add-on). Also, AFAIK, there's no VIN # so I don't think it can be registered in my state (CA); what's the situation in Canada?

One last consideration would be to have your frame builder weld a new rear triangle which could be configured as DD suggested and angled to provide the best seating position for you (sorry to repeat if this is what you meant DD).

I've received two excellent batteries from Luna. The 52V, 10 ah is going on its third year powering either a BBS02 or 48V hub drive. The second one works great, but has only about a year of use. Luna has their business model and seems to be thriving. If your needs don't fall in line, you can't blame...

Is it possible to repair the frame by replacing the broken stay with a "beefed-up" one or reinforcing the broken one? Also, the Venzo frame is aluminum AFAICT; doubt it will fare better than the steel frame.

Most (all) decent bikes with front suspension have aluminum or magnesium lowers and IMO not suitable for a front hub motor (except the "all axle" one from ebikesca). You're better off with a rear hub or mid-drive if you want FS.

+1 with above, and I wouldn't take it with a grain of salt. Looks like a reasonable-size motor with no torque arm and a cheap fork. I think you would be better off with a hardtail, and if you need to hide the wires shorten them as indicated or hide in a frame pack (but not the controller; better to ...

Great conversion. Would you provide a link for the frame, please?

Maybe "being there" means attending.