Published On: 10-13-2006 04:33 PM
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I really do want an EV. [ Electric Vehicle ]

Remember that the monthly payments for an EV [car] will will not even phase you. Why? Simple, you are not paying $300 per month for gas so your budget remains about the same.

For an E-Bike at about $1200, you can probably buy new for cash. No payments!

Amazing, but true. In B.C. Canada, where I live,[Vancouver Island], you can buy an E-Bike, [looks like a motorcycle] new, for only $900 to $1300, but aside from no gas to buy. . . get this:

[1] An E-Bike does not require a driver*s license.

[2] An E-Bike does not require registration.

[3] An E-Bike does not require INSURANCE.
- - [ I would get some PL insurance . in case you flatten somebody]

This miracle of economy may be due to government wanting to encourage a move away from gas dependancy and air pollution.

Check your state or province regulations to see if an E-Bike could save you a bundle of green backs.

The world is wierd. E-Bikes are sold through our local computer dealer.

With no gas, no oil, and few moving parts, EVs are virtually maintenance free so there is not much service work for a bike shop to look forward to. Maybe that*s why they don*t sell E-Bikes.
Service work pays their $90 shop hour rate after all.

I couldn*t believe all this good stuff until October 11th/06 when I read all these facts in our sydicated local news paper.

The new 2007 models are even more comfortable to ride, have a longer range and new features like motor lock-out and wireless remote security alarm. You need a pick-up truck to steal it.

The Canadian version comes with a big maple leaf on the front. Optional is a suspension feature making the E-Bike ride more like a motorcycle. Takes the rough stuff better.

Improved high torque motors and batteries allows 50 miles between recharging. [plugs in at home or work]. Many Box stores have pugins for senior electric EVs. So plug in while you shop.

A re-charge will add a featherweight 6 - 20 cents to your hydro bill. If you get caught out of charge, you can pedal it like a normal bike.

There are several EV posts and good links at:

http://TonyGuitar.blogspot.com

= TG