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Mid-drive ebike and drivetrain - buzzbug - November 11, 2025
Hello! Another question from a newbie. I'm contrasting hub motor to mid drive. Does the drivetrain components such as derailleur, crankset, cassette wear quicker as all the power goes through the chain? can it handle it? Are some bikes better than others with the drivetrain components? Is there any Wattage power threshold that makes this difference? For example, would 500W mid drive motor be more wear and tear on the chain comparing to 250W? The bike has to take my leg power + additional power from mid drive motor so that is why I am wondering.