Question about TENWAYS CGO800S

[ronniebellie]

I'm looking at the TENWAYS CGO800S which is advertised as a urban commuter bike with a single-speed drivetrain. I don't know much about single speed drivetrains. Would such an ebike not be good for longer riding, such as on various rails-to-trails (either asphalt or something like packed crushed stone)?

With a bike with pedal assist, how is the experience with a single-speed drivetrain in such cases?

 

[Snoop]

I'm looking at the TENWAYS CGO800S which is advertised as a urban commuter bike with a single-speed drivetrain. I don't know much about single speed drivetrains. Would such an ebike not be good for longer riding, such as on various rails-to-trails (either asphalt or something like packed crushed stone)?

With a bike with pedal assist, how is the experience with a single-speed drivetrain in such cases?

Hi Ronnie,

I would personally aim for a bike which has multiple gears for a couple reasons.

First is that it allows you to find a gear which feels comfortable to you with a particular cadence, speed and PAS.

Second, you might need to shift into a lower gear at times, especially if you got caught riding your heavy ebike without battery power.

My thoughts, anyway.

 

[BigA]

I purchased the Tenways GO600 after using a regular bike with gears. Love the styling and ease of use in the city. A great help on hills, but I would not consider it ideal of longer rides. gears come in handy for those longer rides so you can adjust the cadence when riding in varying terrain and at speed. I have only used the Tenways a few times and might even sell it as I am not really using the bike as expected.

 

[HumanPerson]

Heya @BigA Welcome

 

[ronniebellie]

Thanks everyone for your good input on this bike. After reading your comments, I’m going to consider another ebike that is not single speed.