It can actually be hard to tell if it’s working or not, until you tap the on/off switch and realize, yes, it’s helping out nicely. There’s no need for the max assist level on flat ground. There are four or five pieces of plastic that clip together to seal this thing up very well.
Many of the other wires, for the electric assist and control systems, are internally routed through the frame. This design choice makes the bike look nice and provides good protection. I love how the battery pack slides out to the right vs. mounting down from the top and appreciate the three-bolt design of the track, which provides more strength where it attaches to the frame. It’s a nice pack for being on such a cheap bike… and batteries tend to be some of the most expensive parts of electric bicycles.
They feel like they’re almost in your lap while riding, which is a weird feeling. This is the front light (a Lumotec Oval Halogen) and reflector. I’m not really sure what it’s point is since it’s not very useful at night, but it does have a front light.
This keeps the rear wheel attached, and also prevents someone from biking off with it. It’s no substitute for a chain, but in a friendly community (such as a retirement community on a lake somewhere), it’s probably good enough. Downsides include complexity, lack of repairability, and adequate braking at best if you have hills. The braking feel is also very springy – there’s no real feedback in the lever, just an increasing force that goes all the way to the bars, and increases braking effort.
Otherwise, the headlight is adjustable to your preference, and the rear light is built into the fender itself. I found the battery removal process to be a bit tricky. The battery locks in under the frame of the bike, and the front wheel/fender tended to get in the way when removing or reinstalling the battery. One feature I liked was schwinn dealers a secondary tab you need to retract to remove the battery.