Four years. Three thousand miles. One bike. That's the kind of math that matters when you're talking about real-world riding.
"I've enjoyed it since day one," he says simply.
The Daily Grind
That's 22 miles a day, two or three days a week, as long as it ain't raining. Not weekend warrior stuff—this is real life, getting to work, beating traffic, saving gas money.
Making It His Own
"Everything's original," he starts, then corrects himself. "The thing I've upgraded was the sprocket for custom saddle bags."
When you're commuting 22 miles, you need to carry stuff. Work clothes, lunch, whatever. Custom saddle bags make sense.
"Originally had electric cable-driven brakes. I upgraded to hydraulic."
That's the kind of upgrade you make when you know you're keeping something for the long haul. Better stopping power for daily rides, worth every penny.
When Things Go Wrong
"The motor did go out," he admits straight up.
But here's where it gets interesting.
That's it. Motor failed, warranty covered it, back on the road. No drama, no runaround. Just fixed and riding again.
The Battery That Keeps Going
"First battery, yeah," he confirms when asked.
Think about that. 2020 to now. Three thousand miles. Original battery still doing its job. Daily commutes, weekend rides, year after year.
Most folks worry their battery won't last two years. This man's got four years of proof.
Looking Forward
"Maybe upgrading to one of the newer models," he considers.
Not because his Cruiser's failing. Not because he needs to. But because after 3000 miles and four years, he knows what works.
When someone puts 3000 miles on a bike and wants to buy another one from the same company? That's not a review. That's testimony.
Your Commute Could Change
This rider proved it—an e-bike ain't just for fun rides. It's for real life. Work commutes, daily errands, beating traffic, saving money.
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