I pre-ordered my MOD Black bike a while back and picked it up a few weeks ago. I made several trips to MOD Bikes before actually placing the order. Mike was always very helpful in answering all my questions. I never felt any pressure at all. He wanted to make sure I got just the bike I wanted. He explained how the bike was designed right here in Austin, which I liked. When I picked up the bike and went for my first ride, it was even better than I had expected. Even without the motor, it would be an awesome bike - very rugged and built with high-quality components. When I get on it to ride, and feel the help from the motor, I get a big dumb grin on my face that I can't help! It is so cool. It is so very smooth, it's not like the motor is helping, but rather it feels like you have super quad muscles. I know that sounds dumb, but you have to experience it I guess. There is a cadence sensor that gives you assistance that goes along with just how fast/slow you are pedaling, so it is very natural feeling. I actually got up to 31mph on my first ride in my neighborhood. I am very deconditioned from a months-long illness, and this bike, with the multiple, customizable levels of assistance is a perfect way for me to get back in shape. I've been using max assistance lately, and will slowly back off the amount of assistance as a regain strength. Haven't had a chance to take it off road yet, but I have no doubt it will be incredible with its full suspension and 3" wide tires. I am absolutely satisfied with my new MOD Black, and in knowing that I can just head right over to the shop on S. 1st when it's time for a checkup or if it needs anything. Get yourself one!