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EPISODE · Jun 14, 2026 · 53 MIN

E-Bikes vs E-Motos: Washington Draws the Line! + Pace 5 vs Breeze 1 TWR Ep 87

from The Weekly Recharge from Electric Bike Report · host Electric Bike Report

Washington State just passed a new law that could have major implications for the future of e-bikes and electric motorcycles. In this week's Weekly Recharge, we break down what the new legislation means for riders, manufacturers, and the growing debate over where e-bikes end and e-motos begin. We also cover new commuter e-bike launches from Gazelle, Specialized's new Turbo Levo 4X, a recent helmet recall, and remember mountain bike innovator Charlie Cunningham.Plus, we compare two of the hottest cruiser e-bikes on the market—the Aventon Pace 5 and Velotric Breeze 1—to help you decide which is right for you. We also spotlight Minnesota's incredible 165-mile Mesabi Trail, answer viewer questions, discuss the Monarch Marker, Juiced Scrambler Full Suspension, Aventon Adventure M range testing, and share this week's best e-bike deals. If you're looking to stay up to date on the latest e-bike news, reviews, comparisons, and riding destinations, this episode has you covered.👕 Merch + Rider of the WeekRiders highlighted during the Rider of the Week section get a free T-shirt! If you’ve been mentioned in this or any previous episode, and you haven’t received your t-shirt, fill out the form below so we can ship it to you!👉 Fill out the form here: https://forms.gle/t9o6SHE3aTp7hvmW9👉 Merch Shop: https://shop.electricbikereport.com/Topics Covered:- Washington's new e-bike law- E-bike vs e-moto classifications- Aventon Pace 5 vs Velotric Breeze 1- New Gazelle commuter e-bikes- Specialized Turbo Levo 4X- Charlie Cunningham tribute- Helmet recall alert- Monarch Marker discussion- Juiced Scrambler Full Suspension🌲 Minnesota's Mesabi Trail: https://www.traillink.com/trail/mesabi-trail/🔥 New reviews- Monarc Marker: https://electricbikereport.com/monarc-marker-review/- Ride1Up Vorsa Lite: https://electricbikereport.com/ride1up-vorsa-lite-review/💸 Best e-bike deals of the weekLectric: https://ebrdeals.com/LectricPromos- XPress1 - $248 in savings     - $100 off the bike at $899     - Includes fenders and a cargo rack- 15% off accessories & spare batteries      - Fishing rod holder or tool kit - $58     - Pet trailer - $169Mokwheel: https://ebrdeals.com/MokwheelPromos- Basalt (OG) fat tire/power station e-bike - $100 off, down to $1500- Obsidian (OG) full suspension FT/power station e-bike - $100 off, down to $2000Email questions to: [email protected]  (or comment on this video, we love comments)#ElectricBikeReport #EBikeNews #WeeklyRecharge #ElectricBikes #AventonPace5 #VelotricBreeze1 #EBikeLaws #EBikes #GazelleBikes #SpecializedTurboLevo4X00:00 - Intro00:28 - Upway01:30 - News Of The Week02:00 - New Gazelle Bikes!05:22 - New Specialized Bike!07:28 - Charlie Cunningham dies at 7809:06 - New Helmet Recall11:20 - New Washington Law14:28 - Currently Testing & Recent Reviews15:41 - E-Bike Trail Systems24:58 - Questions & Comments25:10 - About our Range Test28:04 - Is the Monarc Marker the same as other bikes?33:47 - Velotric Breeze 1 vs Aventon Pace 5 REC45:33 - Some thoughts on the Juiced Scrambler's speed limits48:46 - Deals Of The Week50:24 - Rider Highlight52:58 - Wrap Up

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