E+ 1000w Elite, $500, worth it?

[mrienstra]

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/scz/bik/4337202027.html

I asked the seller if it was a 2009 and he said yes.

Found this thread from Dec 2011 suggesting a counteroffer of $200 for a $250 listing of the same bike, but guessing this one is in better condition, I'll know when (if) I check it out.

If the seller doesn't mind me taking it for a long ride, I could get a rough idea of how well the battery has held up.

Any suggestions?

 

[miro13car]

I own EPLUS 1000W ,
there are very few owners on this forum.If you still haven't done search for "Eplus" on these forums so I encourage you to do such search.
My is not powered on front hub anymore, I converted it to Lithium which is not so difficult, electrically I mean.
USA - designed EPLUS is sophisticated edrive which stands out for :
- efficiency
- smoothness with wonderful linear throttle and regen
- complete silence even in hard acceleration
- durability
- all kind of protections built in - thermal /you cannot burn Eplus motor/, overvoltage, etc.
if advertised Eplus has below 1000miles it is the bargain for $500.
Are you new to ebikes????
To appreciate EPLUS you need to ride other ebikes like from Wallmart IZIP to Stromer for example - everything is in comparison.
here is more reading on EPLUS:
http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php/714452-My-E-review

 

[mrienstra]

Thanks, miro13car!

This would be my first ebike. I have done a lot of reading on the subject off and on for several years. I've test ridden some low-end ebikes. I've test ridden a Zero electric motorcycle (and have also read way too much about them). I'm an experienced cyclist, and I also have experience with various sizes of bicycle trailers. I've had a Honda CT110 (small motorcycle / trail bike) for a year and a half (my first "car").

I was able to test ride the E+ 1000w Elite today. It seems to be in pretty good shape. The front derailleur needs some attention / may need to be replaced. It has been ridden quite a bit, so I'm guessing the battery pack isn't "all that it once was", however it seemed to have been well-maintained and to still have some life left in it. The owner said this: "Yes the battery seems to be in great condition still, I really believe it has a lot of life left in it. However, I have not kept track of charging cycles, and I've had the computer serviced so it does not have an accurate history of usage hours."

Is $500 a good price?

 

[Brentis]

I'd hop on it!
That's a great deal even if you had to replace the battery right away.
I recall a thread where a member opened one up after many 1000's of km.
looked brand new inside. Pretty impressive engineering.

Offer 400$ and haggle.
Run.

 

[miro13car]

the most important is to determine millage.
So this Eplus had display/controller replaced and original millage not entered into new display/controller by service, I understand?.
Still original tires? Worn out?
I am on the lookout for low millage EPLUS 1000W myself.
Beauty of EPLUS are 9 /!!!/ power levels and 9 regen levels which are NOT gimmics , so it can be very stingy on battery when you need it or it can go 30mph but only on fresh battery.
All problem of EPLUS is NickelMetal Hydrate 30-cell hub battery with its voltage sag, fast ageing, never ending charging, etc..
Eplus is closed propertary edrive which will not accept third-party battery just like that. Read about my conversion how I powered EPLUS on Lithium A123 20Ah.

The best ones are with neglected batteries when stored for winter when battery would go into protective mode so charger would not recognize battery.

 

[mrienstra]

Thanks miro13car, Brentis!

I purchased the E+ this morning, very excited!

I'll start a new thread about it once I've "gotten my story straight".

 

[Brentis]

Congrats on the purchase.
Post as much and as many pics as you can.
Not many owners of these motor/systems on ES. Be nice to see more.

Let the e grin grow.

 

[miro13car]

mriesta,
do not forget to come back to this thread to tell us about experiences with your new ride.