How does this bike perform on a steep up hill since just have 16 gears?
838900
Have not had any issues with it so far. However I would recommend shifting far prior to getting to the incline as the derailleurs struggle otherwise and you can easily slip the chain.
1102950
I own this bike and i'm obsessed with it. That being said, I commute around the Greater NYC Area CONSTANTLY. I went over the Brooklyn bridge (pretty inclined) the other day and found it to be very difficult (being a one speed bike). If you know you will be dealing with hills frequently I'd say to go with the speeds... but otherwise this bike is extremely portable, eye catching (compliments at least once a day), and convenient. Good luck on your decision.
877142
"Yes its easy to pedal", my 6 yr old reports. Larger gear allows for less frantic pedaling to keep up with other riders and only presents a challenge on steeper hills.
488181
Plenty fast. Would depend on your sprocket ratio but 16 hp is plenty of power.
1829688
Quite a lot actually. My setup was a Schwinn Meridian Trike with about 40-50 lbs of batteries and I weight 270 lbs. The motor has plenty of horsepower for acceleration and climbing hills available despite the load I placed it under.
1160277
I weigh 235lbs, and carry a 15lb pack. The bike doesn't seem to mind a bit if I pedal along, which I always do to get a workout but, I couldn't get up steep hills on the battery & motor alone, which is no surprise. The bike is impressively powerful nevertheless.
1657120
I can shift threw all my gears , I have a 21 speeds and use them all on my Bianchi an to use my high gear there has to be very little resistance , when I received mine last year it was a pleasant surise how well it was made , I used it to recover from a fall on my bike and broke my leg and dislocated my hip , this winter just to stay in top shape . the price was right to
1096318
It is not bad. There are about 7 gears so the kills are very manageable. My 62 year old mother rides it with ease.
2258677
yes, there are a couple of hills in town that have to be used to get back home. My three-speed works fine for me. A friend of mine loved the bike so much she bought one, but with 5 speeds. I love this bike, you won't regret buying it.
257884
This bike is by no means a mountain bike but for the price is a very good folding bike. I have had two folders and Hasa is almost as good as the $450 dahon I have (after Hasa was stolen). I think it would do fine on dirt/fire roads but anything too bumpy would be tough on the bike and rider. If you are new to biking and do not plan on doing anything too crazy I would be willing to bet the bike would be fine on any dirt road you would feel comfortable on. I hope this helps.
1976998
Your gonna get a good workout. The five gears offer a wide range of resistance. Combined with the gears on your bike, you'll be able to fine tune and increase or reduce that resistance.
2052892
Nope, no faster; easier to go up hills in the lower gears though. Best wishes, Robt.
1413659
This bike will go 15mph on level ground,plenty fast enough for a good ride.I would not buy one because getting it repaired is next to impossible. I am 71 and love this bike however,getting parts to fix it is difficult and shops within 50miles from my home will not TOUCH IT! Buy local and make sure you will be able to get parts.
502863
I believe its a 26 & it has 21 gears. I am 5'2 so needed the smaller frame. Love Love love this bike!!!!!
1977000
The back wheel is arched onto a plate. There's a cable which runs up to the handle bars with five resistance numbers. You can also use your gears as well. It's not a strong resistance but it works especially if you don't wanna spend big cash.
1330011
Run this on 2 cycle straight shaft RedMax BRZ2600S and it is a significant load. I really think this way too much for you.
1172952
It's not that challenging. At it's highest resistance I would say it feels like the equivalent of a 6 incline on a treadmill. This bike is more for a lighter workout.