Final Thoughts: Low-Maintenance E-Bike Drivetrains Choosing between a chain and belt drive comes down to what matters most to you. If you’re all about performance and don’t mind a bit of ...

After a thorough evaluation, I found the Ride1Up Prodigy V2 to be the best electric bike overall: It has a responsive mid-motor design, low-maintenance belt drive, continuous variable transmission ...

If you want better performance, pick-up, better motor condensation, and a vehicle for long rides, then a belt-driven one would be a better pick. However, the belt-driven vehicles are a bit ...