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I have a 2-speed and it is perfect. Fast enough to chase, catch and drop almost anyone on the flat*. A bit spinny down notting hill towards S-bush but on the whole its great. The little gear is great for getting away from the lights and the bigger one is just right on the flat. I have never been overtaken on it. ever. My mate has the 6 and he reckons all but 2 of the gears are supurfluous.
Oh and when you master it - you look very cool doing a trackstand on one.
*Obviously you need to put some effort in.