We are asked many questions about e-bikes with one of the first usually relating to the choice between an e-bike with Mid Mounted Motor (MMM) as opposed to a Hub Motor (HUB).
Our answer is that before choosing any model electric bike, end users must be brutally honest as to what purpose they require an electrically assisted cycle. As an e-bike that can be used for everyday use as a commuter type cycle, for exercise in the evening or on week end rides, for use primarily as a commuter cycle with occasional off road use, or to used exclusively as an off road “mountain” bike.
MID drives are, by some, perceived as the Holy Grail of power-providers for e-bikes. If you want to know how you can spend a lot of money on an electric bike and get the ultimate in efficiency and performance, a MMM is a good start. MMM drive are not the easiest or the cheapest electric bikes to build, but can be the cream of the crop once you are out riding, especially off road, particularly climbing hills (or mountains).