Took one of the work pedal assist cargo bikes out today, was great, nice and easy to ride, until the battery died with 3km to go, then it suddenly turned to treacle.
I was under the impression that the motor would not be coupled when not assisting, and so it should be much the same to ride when flat, as when charged or off. Or have I misunderstood what happens when a battery dies on a pedal assist e-bike?
J