Rims are not the part that has to be ebike specific, it's the hubs. You need hubs with steel parts not aluminum to handle the extra power of the motor and for longevity. Don't look for lightweight hubs.
SRAM or Shimano also needs to make an ebike specific geartrain.
9 gears. Less angle...
Santa Cruz just recalled Hecklers with Shimano motors. Good luck with your motor made by a company that makes fishing poles:ROFLMAO:
2024 Heckler Recall
Long time Santa Cruz bike owner, but can't believe they went with Shimano ebike equip. Poor reliability and outdated features. It doesn't just fit with SC premium branding. After researching I found that Bosch offers a better overall ebike package. So I bought a Crestline, which has a similar...
After riding my Crestline 50/75 over the last month I am stoked on how good this bike is!
I think the Crestline is a better offering than any bike near its travel and price range for the vast majority of riders.
Here is a good list of why it’s so good:
Bosch motor: Wireless remote and screen...