Ebike Recommendations - Mid Drive, Belt

MynyMouqe on 17/07/2025 - 16:28
Last edited 17/07/2025 - 16:34 by 1 other user

Hi - looking for some ebike reccomendations. Will be general riding for leisure, but a bit of a hilly area.

Looking for a mid-motor mount, belt drive. I'm about 177cm. Budget is not massive - it won't be used all of the time, but I understand they're not cheap.

Unfortunately it seems like the Velectrix Brunswick is out of stock, it would have ticked pretty much all of the boxes… and at about $1500. Seems they're not getting it back in stock.

The Lekker GTS Amsterdam looks nice but a bit too pricey?

Keen for thoughts on ones I may have missed.

Sports & Outdoors Electric Bicycle

Comments

  • jv on 17/07/2025 - 16:45
    +2

    Ebike Recommendations

    Get a legal one.

    • sharkyoz on 17/07/2025 - 16:57

      They're all legal, on private property.

      • jv on 17/07/2025 - 19:34
        +2

        I guess you could ride it in circles around your washing line.

        • sharkyoz on 17/07/2025 - 22:00
          +1

          hook a line onto the hills hoist so it spins as you ride round it so the clothes dry quicker

      • JIMB0 on 17/07/2025 - 22:15

        Public roads and parks aren't private property.

  • Euphemistic on 17/07/2025 - 16:49

    Mid motor and belt drive dont sound like a combination that is 'budget'.

  • [Deactivated] on 17/07/2025 - 17:34
    -1

    None. E-biker is killed as many of them.
    https://www.police.vic.gov.au/fatal-collision-reservoir

      • djsweet on 17/07/2025 - 18:03

        Higher fatality per distance travelled by driver?

        • bargaino on 18/07/2025 - 01:15

          Car has less serious injury and death per km.
          For a bike, the health benefits of cycling can easily outweigh that.
          Motorcycles are far more dangerous, and no benefits. (aside from being fun)

      • JIMB0 on 21/07/2025 - 09:11

        If you’ve got a German car, it’s always in the shop anyway, hard to have an accident when it’s never on the road. @[Deactivated] (SYLTB). Unless you’re driving a Lexus of course, the most advanced German car ever made and actually reliable.

  • frondono on 17/07/2025 - 17:48

    the only place I seen some bikes that may be in that range is 99 bikes I'm pretty sure.

    • jjjaar on 17/07/2025 - 18:54

      I got 99 problems but a bike ain’t one

  • Aleigh123 on 17/07/2025 - 23:08

    I was looking for a bike with similar specs as you, except I had a different problem to you.
    One option similar to the Brunswick is the Cruiser Pulse STX. The frame is a bit nicer (step-through, so easier to mount and dismount). Unfortunately the price is quite a bit higher.

    Its current price is roughly what is was this time last year and I instead purchased a Merida eSpresso 300 SE EQ which has a slightly bigger battery, a better motor, and better off-the-shelf components. Unfortunately it's not a belt drive.

    If you do end up going for the Velectrix Cruiser Pulse, do be aware that three gears is really not a lot of gears…I'd personally recommend going into a store and trying them out. The Brunswick was pretty decent but the motor on the Merida eSpresso felt much more smoother and natural to ride.

    Edit: Also, the Brunswick is no longer listed on Velectrix's website so I imagine they're no longer producing it.

    • MynyMouqe on 18/07/2025 - 21:01

      Thanks for the only serious reply so far… genuinely appreciate it

  • shap08 on 30/07/2025 - 08:40
    +1

    If you haven't purchased yet, consider a few negatives with belt drive:
    Higher Initial Cost: Belt drive e-bikes are generally more expensive due to the specialized components like carbon fiber belts and internal hub gears. The upfront cost can be a barrier for many buyers.
    Limited Gear Range: Many belt-driven e-bikes are single-speed or use hub gears with fewer options (e.g., 5 gears at most or a CVT gearbox). This lacks the flexibility of a chain-driven bike with a wide range of gears (e.g., 21 gears), which can be a disadvantage on varied terrain.
    Repair and Replacement Challenges: Belt drives require specific components that aren’t as widely available as chains. If a belt breaks, finding a replacement or a compatible shop for repairs can be difficult and costly.
    Less Suitable for High Torque: Belts can slip under extreme torque or heavy loads, making them less ideal for powerful e-bikes or demanding riding conditions compared to chains.

    • Euphemistic on 31/07/2025 - 13:56

      Limited Gear Range: Many belt-driven e-bikes are single-speed or use hub gears with fewer options (e.g., 5 gears at most or a CVT gearbox).

      Shimano geared hubs are 8 or 11 gears and pretty common on belt drive setups.

  • shap08 on 30/07/2025 - 15:04

    I really rate bafang mid drive motors. They are bulletproof. Easy to DIY Maintenace.

  • c64 on 01/09/2025 - 16:10

    the problem with many Velectrix bikes is they use Nutt brakes. apparently they are very troublesome

  • 3liminate on 02/09/2025 - 11:01

    Hijacking thread but if you're keen let me know:
    Would anyone be interested in ordering the new Nireeka Spectrx?
    It's a Carbon MTB ebike with a crazy 6000w of power… Currently at a steal on indigogo for about $5k delivered to Aussie (before it goes up to $8k)… problem is they only have the bundles left which come with 2x bikes and I only want 1x :( based in south east QLD for delivery

    Message me if keen: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/nireeka-spectrx-ultimate-…

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