the torque/power of a mid drive system is undeniable, but there’s a point where the power can’t be put to use bc of traction. my buddy has a spartan mid drive single speed, it’s just low enough gear that u can go slow and has plenty of power but high enough to go 18-20mph, it’s a beast in the power department.
but at no point in 2.5 years was the dual motor not enough power and i wasn’t spinning. i honestly don’t know how many “speeds” the bike has bc i never use them and should make it a single speed to remove the derailleur from potential problems, bc it has gotten grass hung up in it and stopped moving, but the pedals are just footrests for me
also, if the chain breaks on a hub motor bike, i can still ride it back to the truck. if the hubs break, i can pedal back
