I have two 2016 Radrovers with 4000 miles on each ebike. I rotate between both work commuting and weekend trail riding. Both are still operational with the same mix of controllers, brake pads, squeaks/rattles, weaker batteries, and tires. I have similar upgrades with racks, rack bags, aux lights, upgraded pedals/grips, suspension seatpost, etc.
I don't wet weather ride my Rovers when possible. I picked the Rovers because the company was from the Seattle area and built to be wet weather resistance. I think salt water is the achilles heel for any electronic device. I don't think the Rad Power Bikes since 2015 have improved to handle more than falling rain or freshwater tire splash from a puddles on the electronics?
I would think you would eventually have the exact same issue with a brand new Rover compared to your old? You might have to factor in the cost of current/future repairs of your old Rover over time compared to Buying new Rover for $2000+future repairs. I imagine there are types of grease, gels, tapes, wraps, oils, maintenance routines, and cleaning routines I could use to help reduce the effects of salt water damage with the old and new Rover.
I don't wet weather ride my Rovers when possible. I picked the Rovers because the company was from the Seattle area and built to be wet weather resistance. I think salt water is the achilles heel for any electronic device. I don't think the Rad Power Bikes since 2015 have improved to handle more than falling rain or freshwater tire splash from a puddles on the electronics?
I would think you would eventually have the exact same issue with a brand new Rover compared to your old? You might have to factor in the cost of current/future repairs of your old Rover over time compared to Buying new Rover for $2000+future repairs. I imagine there are types of grease, gels, tapes, wraps, oils, maintenance routines, and cleaning routines I could use to help reduce the effects of salt water damage with the old and new Rover.