EMTB all year round commuter?

[Noobster]

So while waiting for my vitus e sentier I'm wondering if there is anything I should do to protect the bike from winter rain and muck and mud. I understand these bikes are built to deal with all this, but on a daily basis?

We sold my wife's car and now we have 1 family car that she uses to go to work and I'm going to use the e bike. I only work 4 mike's away . But the plan is to use it as a constant commuter and then a bit if fun at the local bike park at the weekend .

Wil it be ok through all the winter grime? Or should I be looking to invest in anything that protects it?

Thanks all.

 

[Hitby]

No advice to add but I’m planning on doing exactly the same on my Levo (14mile round commute). So, also interested in any replies ??

 

[MattyB]

Mudguards will be a must, but take a look at what @Gary has done with his - should answer your main questions I think.

Vitus E-Sentier pics n specs - post here - EMTB Forums

 

[Gary]

So while waiting for my vitus e sentier I'm wondering if there is anything I should do to protect the bike from winter rain and muck and mud. I understand these bikes are built to deal with all this, but on a daily basis?

I motofoamed mine around the motor and cables. and also sealed the connector case/cover.
The mudguards keep a hell of a lot of mud/spray off the motor.
it's pretty shocking how badly protected/fitted the frame/motor/battery are. (loads of areas water can get in) and ridiculous that the frame has no cover/guard under the motor.

Road riding: clean/dry and re-lube the chain and clean and dry the cassette/mech/chainring and I just wipe down the frame/fork/wheels with a rag after every wet ride. do this and it'll last as well as any commuter drivetrain ridden at pace throughout all seasons.

Wish I could say the same about Shimano's shitty motor bearings though. My ESentier's E7000 bearings are on their way out already... (creaking like a bastard and showing signs of play)
it's only been (mtb) off road properly 3 times and only been wet washed three times.
it's 6 weeks (600miles ish) old.

FFS!