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Author: Julian Kemp

Julian Kemp is the founder and technical tester of Modern Electric Bikes. An avid bicycle mechanic and sustainable transit advocate from Portland with 14 years of electric mobility testing, Julian evaluates motor torque, battery degradation, and commuter ergonomics to help riders pick the ideal e-bike.

Founder & Technical E-Mobility Editor at Modern Electric Bikes · Professional Bicycle Mechanics Association (PBMA) Certified, Bosch & Shimano eBike Systems Certified · 14+ years in bicycle fabrication, electric hub & mid-drive motor diagnostics, and commuter road testing

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