I’m very strongly considering a city ebike but curious about those saying its a car replacement. My car is only worth about 800 so to spend at least twice that seems silly
there are few things to consider.
If replacement really does mean replacement then first ask yourself:
1. If you are replacing it with a bike because simply because you want a more cost-effective option?
and/or
2. If you are replacing it with a bike because the bike is more fun, practical and sustainable?
If 1 – then compare the purchase price of the bike against the sale price of the car and the cost of running said car over (say) a twenty four month period? Factor everything in, VED, insurance, tyres, repairs, MOT fuel, oil, etc etc*
From this you can begin to calculate if or not the bike investment will pay for itself over time.
If you answered yes to both 1 and 2, then it’s just down to budget/choosing a bike?
* Of course the bike will need some parts replaced over time, so factor these in. The battery will likely be the highest costing replacement.