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Fundamentally the riding position. It’s too upright for my liking and there is very little adjustment available.
I thought spreading the load would be beneficial but so far it’s more of a frustration. I’m sure I’d get more used to it or find a better loading plan but it’s a faff to Load four different areas. Access to The panniers is compromised by the rear cargo space. On occasion I have been hitting the load in the rear space with my heels which is more of an annoyance than a real issue.
Also the battery access is a bit fiddly. The battery can only be released if the rear wheel is locked. The lock location for the rear wheel is on one side of the bike whilst on the other for battery release. The battery can't come out with any load in the rear space.
also being a shorter wheel base even with the mudguards I've had serious puddle splash resulting in sodden feet this week.
finally i don't really see the foldable steerer as much of a benefit as it makes very little difference to the size of the bike.
oh and finally finally.... aesthetically its not ticking my boxes.