FUTURE TRAVEL e-bikes are in general modestly priced using average componentry, making this brand a very competitive choice for the average local e-bike rider. However, you will be surprised at the sturdiness of these e-bikes. If in doubt ask an EBS technician, they will give you an honest answer. These are the work horse for the middle class in many circumstances providing cheap travel and will give great service if you look after and service your e-bike regularly. Yearly is the idea, just to keep it in good shape. If you know what you are doing, you can easily do this yourself. Competitively priced, economical to run, giving everyone the opportunity to own and ride an e-bike. You will be amazed with quality, utility designs in this great range of e-bikes. Join the green revolution, electric is clean, very quiet, very cheap to run, and always fun.