@pjrt On a work trip to Milwaukee, I rode #Bublr bike share #ebikes, and they were programmed for assist to cut out at 14.5 mph. I found it incredibly unsafe as I was often making turns in mixed traffic when the assist stopped, causing me to lose momentum unpredictably.

Using software to limit capabilities of hardware at relatively low speeds seems like a waste. #citibike lowering speed from 20 to 18 mph has caused me some close calls on Vernon Blvd, where the bike lane randomly switches sides.

I did take 4 trips on #Bublr #ebikes today. They appear to be the same bikes as #Indego in #Philly, but the #Bosch motor seems to put out far lower wattage in pre-set Sport mode. The bikes also appear programmed to turn off pedal assist at 14.5 mph, which often leads to deceleration when you need acceleration.

A frustrating experience when the hardware is capable of much more, but still the best way to move between colleges in the downtown #milwaukee core.

#biketooter #bikeshare