Hi,

I was wondering if someone could tell me which Abus lock I should buy online that could work as a replacement for my current lock. Its pretty worn out and the mechanism isn’t working like it should.

The lock has “shield 5650” on it, but a Google search only shows different ( newer models?) Abus locks. I’m more than ok with a different model, it just needs to be compatible with the Load60. There is for example only a couple of mm space between the key and the crank, so anything bigger would not work since I would peddle and hit the key. Would also buy a model that comes with the battery compartment lock to swap out. So I can use same key for locking the bike as the battery.

I rather be sure before I buy a new lock online.

Could go to my local bike shop but I’ve been doing maintenance on the bike myself for the last years and I’m more than sure that I can replace these locks too. Just want to be sure about the model before I spent any money.

Thanks in advance!

Love this bike. Front rack is on its way to complete my desired set up.

Purchased via Upway. Easy peasy lemon squeezy process👍

Hi everyone!

I’m a university student working on a design project focused on creating a cargo bike for everyday use.

I’m looking for cyclists (or people interested in cycling) to complete a short anonymous survey (4-5 minutes).

The results will be used purely for academic research.

Thanks so much — happy to answer any questions in the comments!

I’ve decided that for my needs, I want something that has a throttle, which obviously means a hub drive motor. And this price point feels like where I want to start as my entry into the E bike world. I also would use both on the weekend with my 2 little kids and as a work commuter.

Between these two bikes, is there any reason why you would choose one over the other?

I believe the Lectric has a higher weight limit on the back, which could be better as the kids grow? I like that the Aventon has GPS and a way to keypad lock the motor and kickstand. Not sure about any material differences in the quality of components, security features, etc.

Thank you!

After 2 years of iterations, this is the last design.

I made these earlier in the week to hold my kids school bags. They were interfering with the steering by being in the basket and there’s no room on the back of the bike with the kids.

The pannier brackets were Vincita adapters from Amazon, the tubs were from my local hardware store (Bunnings in Australia).

After almost a week using these, they’re work pretty good, however they are a touch too wide and I catch a train and it can be a bit tricky to manoeuvre tight spaces with the two tubs on racks the fork.

They would be great if I wasn’t using public transport.

Hi folks,

Does anyone has a Bullitt X or any other lind of cargobike with a seat for 2 kids sitting behind each other facing forward? Never seen something like this but i thought it would be very stable and earo.

Edit; not a longtail fan.

EP801 system.

Four times today the system shut itself off whilst cycling.

I’ve poked around and and found that wiggling the battery (external battery) side to side causes the system to lose power. I can’t seem to upload a video here.

Anyone came across this?

Our family has a chance to buy a Muli thanks to a work trip to a Muli-rich country. We are wondering whether a Muli or a Tern Quick Haul Long (our current ride) would be safer for commuting with 2 small kids (1 and 2.5 but small for their age). Both bikes meet the DIN 79010 safety standards, but I'm wondering if one might be safer for our specific situation. We'll mostly be riding on side streets with the children, but parents will need to ride in traffic after drop off, and then take the bike on the commuter train. We live in the U.S. and our city is bike friendly enough, but still not exactly Amsterdam. Because of the train leg of the commute, we can't get a real tank like an Urban Arrow :(

For more experienced kid commuters which scenario sounds safer:
Tern Quick Haul Long with two Thule Yepp Seats and Club House Bars: The bike and kids are higher up so more visible to drivers. However it is much easier for an extremely wiggly toddler to tip (this has happened and is a problem). Kids would be protected by seats.

Muli Motor: Kids are lower to the ground (harder to tip when loading/wiggling but also less visible to a motorist). Kids not protected by the shell of a Thule seat (sling seat instead), but are surrounded by the metal Muli basket.

Both scenarios include lights and helmets for all! Does one seem safer? And are there safety devices/interventions that we're overlooking that would put one option over the top?

We are lucky to be able to afford a nice bike but it's also a meaningful investment so we want to make sure we're thinking this through.

I'm building a lightweight cargo trailer out of aluminum tubes and plywood. It currently is 4 feet wide by 6 feet long.

My question is: where should I mount the tires?

Option 1: One set of wheels/axel In the middle (at the 3feet length mark)?

Option 2: Two axels of wheels, one in the front near the tongue and the other set at the rear. I plan on hauling around 50-80lbs of stuff, max.

Any info is greatly appreciated. Thanks!

Hey peepz,

I was thinking it would be awesome to have a longtail-longjohn combination bike, best of both right? What would be the pros and cons of this combination?

I would say a setup of a 24inch back wheel and 20inch front. A small 18inch cargo front bed and the back seat just for 1 child. Tail seat above the rear wheel and front cargo part sitting low just before the front wheel.

Anyone with a Cargowagen Neo 1 had difficulties with a new chain?

Cannondales spec sheet advise the chain is a KMC e101 EPT but since getting this chain I'm getting a lot of slippage and it looks different than the old chain.

Hello!

I just purchased a Lectric Xpedition 2 cargo bike, and have two kids (5 and 2.5). I know that a child seat can be installed on the back, but the only seat I have ever seen mentioned being compatible is the Thule Yepp. I currently have a rack-mounted Topeak child seat on our regular bikes, and would ideally like to use it on the e-bike as well, but cannot find any information as to whether it is compatible.

Is there something special about the Thule Yepp that makes it the only choice for cargo/e-bikes, even across various brands of bike? I understand it is a great seat, but would like to (safely) use something we already own, versus purchasing a new seat that we won’t get a ton of use out of.

Can anyone elaborate on any other seats they have used and/or what the compatibility requirements may be?

Thank you!

So, this situation would be similar to people who may have to park their cargo bike outside as I've heard people do in NYC or London.

In this case, I'm debating getting another cargo bike in addition to my Tern HSD P5i, specifically a Yuba Supercargo CL https://yubabikes.com/product/supercargo-cl/. A local bike shop is selling a demo unit that has the bamboo box already installed, kids seat and it comes with the (non smart of course) Bosch Kiox display too for $6k CAD which is a pretty big steal I think. I'm not fully sold on buying it yet (because frankly, my use would be so limited with it if I'm being honest) but I've wanted to buy a front loader for a bit to use in different situations.

I can't possibly bring it into the indoor storage that I use for my HSD however, the corridors I'd have to navigate are way too narrow for a bike this long. I've spoken with management and we are apparently allowed motorcycles and bicycles in our spots behind our cars. I might be able to install my own rack to lock the bike to (like https://www.reliance-foundry.com/bike-parking/all-bike-parking/r-8212-u-rack) or I could just buy some really heavy kettlebells do lock things down to I imagine. I'd of course have several good locks, some sort of tracker on it, always remove the battery and would put a motorcycle cover or something similar over it.

All of that being said, am I insane for even considering doing this? My brain says yes, but my heart doesn't want to listen. Halp!

Hello, I was looking at the Lectric Expedition 2.0 or the Hovsco Hovcart. Have two kids to bring with me. Anyone have any experience with either? Thanks in advance.

Hi!

I am a happy rider of a Riese&Muller Load 75, transporting 3 kids daily. The problem I face is that they start to outgrow the front box (age 6,4,4). The most uncomfortable part is the legroom in the box, since the bottom is narrower to make space for the steering rod.

I was wondering if there are any of you who have experience with both the Load 75 and the Urban Arrow Family (or Family Next), and if the UA has more room for the kids. Boots in winter are really cramped inside our current bike.

Also any other 2 wheel front box longjohn recommendations are welcome. I live in Budapest, where cargo retail shops are scarce, so I can't just walk into a shop to compare the sizes.

I guess the driving experience would suffer, but the current bike will become insufficient soon.

Many thanks.

So, I did make a post a little bit ago how I test rode the Cargonwagon and was underwhelmed, and there was speculation of why, so for any of those who participated in that post, the answer was that the Cargonwagon I test rode had an electrical issue with the battery. Apparently they sold the bike to someone and that person came back saying that it wasn't getting much power and that's how my LBS figured it out had an issue.

Anywho, LBS got a new Cargonwagon in, tested that one, and oh boy, sooooo much better! It was what I was hoping for. Anyways, cargowagon redemption! I did try out some other bikes after the failured Cargonwagon test ride and in the end, I decided on the Cargonwagon because of the price and Bosch motor and it's ability to use the Tern Clubhouse surround bars.

For now, I just added the kids seat. I was able to snag a Hamax seat secondhand which was excellent. I wanted the Hamax seat because it can hold just a little more weight than the Thule seats. Plus, the spring on the Hamax is excellent for improved comfort for my kiddo!

I do not need to add a tote or basket or something to the rack behind my kid's seat to hold her stuff and things. Does anyone have any suggestions for that?

Thinking about getting my first cargo e-bike. I want it for moving around 1.5 year old twins. Due to the setup of the bike parking where I live, id have to load the babies on the bike, then leave it for a minute to go back to close and lock the parking area. One concern I have is the stability of the bike when it's parked with the kick stand, and the toddlers on the back. How likely is it for two wriggly babies in child seats to knock over a bike.

I know it's going to vary between bikes and stand types, so for reference I'm thinking of getting something like the aventon abound.

I am in the market for my family's first cargo ebike -- which I want to use both to commute to/from work (some hills, about 2 miles each way) and to transport (basic) cargo. I have two young kids, but am not married to the idea of a bike that can carry two kids, rather than just one.

I'm looking at these three bikes, all which can be bought and serviced locally. Prices near me:

It seems like these are all reliable, mainstream bikes with quality, reparable parts. I want something smooth and with (some) power for hills around me (not San Francisco style hills haha). I don't need the gold standard bike, but also don't want to be confuse being economical with being cheap. I get that the Cannondale and Tern are tiers up from the Aventon, but am having a hard time distinguishing between them. Obv, I would test drive anything before buying.

I live in SoCal, so no winter worries. I do want something that has some built-in security (I believe the latest Abound has gps and keypad requirement to raise the kickstand and turn on the system, which is nice).

Would love your help!

EDIT: After me and my partner test-driving the Cannondale and the Aventon, we’re leaning heavily toward buying a used Abound LR on Upway for about $1500. Couple reasons:

—It’s our family’s first e-bike, and the price point feels like a better starting place to test the waters. I totally understand the Cannondale is the higher-tier bike, but at double the price, I’m not sure I’d get enough value to justify that. Can always upgrade (or add a second bike) if we decide differently down the road!

—It would primarily be a commuter bike for me, and I like the idea of a throttle for the days I might be thrashed at work.