Hi all, Looking to make my first E bike purchaseee

[mike]

Focus Sam 2 ltd or cannondale monterra 2 . Any advice or guidance would be much appreciated.
Cheers
Mike.

 

[Rob Rides EMTB]

Welcome Mike. Definitely some owners here, hopefully you’ll have some opinions soon

 

[njn]

Sizing and geometry are critical. Most ebikes are too short in reach numbers, too long in chain stays and too steep in head angles.

The SAM2 has good geo and Shimano, but is not available in XL.

Many prefer the standard size front chainring like Brose and Shimano unlike Bosch which uses a small drive ring.

Personally, I would have considered a Kenevo if it was available when I purchased a Meta Power Race in XL.

 

[Tori]

Try and do a few test rides, it will be influential in your decision. It's best if you can get a feel for different motors and geometries, and I'm pretty sure that many bike shops will be willing to let you test their products.

 

[mike]

Sizing and geometry are critical. Most ebikes are too short in reach numbers, too long in chain stays and too steep in head angles.

The SAM2 has good geo and Shimano, but is not available in XL.

Many prefer the standard size front chainring like Brose and Shimano unlike Bosch which uses a small drive ring.

Personally, I would have considered a Kenevo if it was available when I purchased a Meta Power Race in XL.

Thanks, appreciate your advice. Will take look at the kenevo .
Cheers Mike.