I have a Marin and am a big fan of it. But not that model. I agree to finding something on the cheaper end or, maybe even better: see if you can go test drive these bikes! See what you like before you buy. Make sure you have the seat height and everything set correctly for you. And remember that changing seats and handlebars is very easy if you don’t like the feel/shape/position. Changing shifters and drivetrain components takes a lot more work.

Wow. I can’t believe it!

I drive an NA Miata, so I understand completely. People see me less in the Miata than on my motorcycle.

The Miata actually has loud pipes (that I didn’t want) and it does not seem to make a difference. People try to merge into me all the freaking time!

That’s for other people’s safety, he’s talking about the safety of the driver themselves.

A lot of people say that they do, but it’s just an old wives tale/excuse to have loud pipes. There’s no good data to back it up.

As a single data source, I’ve been riding electric bikes for 3-4 years now and have noticed no difference. Drivers did seem to get worse during/after COVID-19 and after the boom of texting and driving.

Just unpopular. Some dude bought one near me. I can’t say I get the reasoning.