Everything I wish I knew about e-bikes before I bought my first one — not just the technical specs, but how it actually changed the way I ride. I’m also sharing the biggest mistake I made with e-bikes that I didn’t catch until I filmed this video.

In this video:
1️⃣ What newton meters, torque, and battery size actually mean (and why the numbers matter more than you think).
2️⃣ The real difference between light e-bikes and full-power e-bikes, and which one makes sense for you.
3️⃣ How to actually ride an e-bike well, and how it can make you a better rider on your analog bikes too.

👉 Thinking about getting your first e-bike? Upway has certified pre-owned e-bikes at a fraction of retail: https://www.upway.co

⚡️ The two bikes featured:
Marin Rift Zone EL XR (light e-bike): https://marinbikes.com…
Marin Alpine Trail EXR (full-power e-bike): https://marinbikes.com…

⚙️ If you ride an e-bike, you can keep your drivetrain alive with Formula 100 High Torque Lube — built specifically for the extra stress e-bike motors put on your chain and cassette:https://formula100.com…

🎥 Chapters
0:00 – Intro
1:45 – How Far Do They Go?
4:16 – How Does It Feel When I Pedal?
6:13 – How Does The Motor Change My Riding?
8:30 – What The Technical Details Mean
9:06 – What I Learned Riding E-bikes
11:10 – What Everyone Gets Wrong
13:27 – How E-bikes Changed My Riding
16:00 – This Is Embarrassing To Admit
17:27 – Don’t Skip This Part
18:05 – I Changed My Mind

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