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I used to run my own hand built ebike so it didn't have any governor or limit on it. Was always safest when I could keep pace with cars. Otherwise they just try

I used to run my own hand built ebike so it didn't have any governor or limit on it. Was always safest when I could keep pace with cars. Otherwise they just try to pass and that's not great on residential streets.

tonyedgecombe 5y ago
The main problem I find with that is drivers don't expect you to be going so fast. They will pull out in front of you without thinking.
- iso1210 5y ago
  Drivers tend not to see cyclists - pedel, ebike or motorbike.
  - medstrom 5y ago
    I always see (when driving) and feel seen (when cycling). This might depend on where you live.
  - wiredfool 5y ago
    There are specific steps to take to make sure that cars see you, and most of them involve moving around in the lane.
- swader999 5y ago
  Yes and you have to be especially wary of cars turning across in front of you. Always paranoid and assuming they'll do the worst.
wiredfool 5y ago
My experience is: Drivers tend to assume bikes are traveling about 10mph, or stationary. They get really surprised when you’re going faster. Drivers assume that bikes are 2 dimensional, and don’t have a width. Bikes should be able to be squeezed into the space between any two lines on the pavement. Drivers assume that their car ends somewhere around the back of their head, and as long as they can’t see you forward, they’ve managed to pass you and can move back in. This is especially obnoxious when they’re towing a trailer. What you’ve built is effectively an underpowered motorcycle, with all the safety that they provide.
- swader999 5y ago
  Yes one that I could also ride on bike paths and park wherever I want. I would typically own the lane if it wasn't safe to pass or if there was potential for the door prize from parked cars on the side.