Hacker Newsnew | past | comments | ask | show | jobs | submitlogin

Unclear if they are charged by battery swapping or being taken to a third location -- but either way in a world where they'd sell them would they not include a charger?


There are likely fewer chargers than bikes, and the chargers are not consumer friendly:

https://therideshareguy.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/7b019...


The motors likely use a relatively standard voltage/current & would very likely be amenable to a consumer e-bike battery— an expensive component, for sure, but much cheaper than a whole bike.


oh wow. Discounted that possibility!




Consider applying for YC's Summer 2026 batch! Applications are open till May 4

Guidelines | FAQ | Lists | API | Security | Legal | Apply to YC | Contact

Search: