Electrifying
The future is electric they say. I agree, sort of. I am on my second electric pedal assist bicycle and have test ridden a Zero FX. I was impressed. I would have bought the FX right then and there, but negotiations stalled over the usual dealer charges for their overheads. Sorry dealers, but I have had enough. Do not advertise a sale price that won't roll it out the door. Anyway, it gave me pause to reflect on electric's weakest link, batteries. But before I rant on batteries, my experience with electric motorcycle and bicycles have convinced me electric motors are the future of transportation. Electric motors with electronic control systems are so much better than petrol powered engines. Electric motors eliminate clutches, transmissions, most required maintenance, smell, vibration, noise, excessive heat and all the power wasted on noise, heat and vibration control. On my test ride I did not miss any of them. The instant torque, and the ability to enjoy the ride w