Here’s Why the $4,500 Rivian eBike Uses a Digital Gearbox & Belt Drive!

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0:00 - Intro
1:13 - What makes the drivetrain so special?
3:13 - The advantages of the drivetrain
5:03 - Why does the drivetrain use a belt?
7:00 - The disadvantages of the drivetrain
8:56 - ALSO TM-B eBike Specs
10:03 - ALSO TM-Q Quad
11:13 - Summary