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eBike News, Reviews, TechBMC launches the Roadmachine AMP, the brand's first performance eRoad bike. "The new lightweight eRoad bike has a 350Wh battery, a Mahle X20 hub drive and weights starting at 11.8kg." By Jamie Williams (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
New BMC Roadmachine AMP offers blend of road endurance and eBike power. "Roadmachine electric bike debuts with Mahle’s new lighter-weight motor assistance." By Warren Rossiter (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit cyclist.co.uk)
Crikey! Cannondale mixes the streams. Plus loads more new stuff from Bollé, 100%, Brooks, Ravemen, Miss Grape, & La Passione. "Does Cannondale’s new mashup do it for you? Plus all the other new products that we've heard about over the past week." By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
eBike News: State Bicycle Co’s First eBike, Delta Euro Sec, Eole Crowdfunds plus more. "Low maintenance and easy to use, they have a lot going for them as long as the hills aren’t excessively steep for the model you pick (not all single speeds were created equal…)." By Richard Peace (electricbikereport.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Velotric Discover 1 Review. "Quickly cover your daily distance - with battery to spare." By Dan Cavallari (cyclevolta.com) Photo: Velotric
Avaris launches upgraded electric road bike. "Company's mission is to produce the best value reasonably priced road eBike possible." By Richard Peace (road.cc) Photo: Avaris
Comparison: QuietKat Apex vs. QuietKat Ranger. "Two 750W utility eBikes go head to head. Is an extra $2K worth it?" By Blake Conner (cyclevolta.com) Photo: Blake Conner
Porsche developed Cyklær eBike wins reddot design award. "Porsche Digital have won the 2022 reddot “Best of the Best” design award for the Cyklær eBike." By Simon Cox (cyclingindustry.news) (Image Credit ebike-mtb.com)
Crow launches full eBike range, including a stealthy gravel lineup with removable drive systems. "Range also includes urban and road bikes, all powered by Fazua Ride 50 Trail setups." By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Marin Sausalito E2. "Verdict: A fantastic commuter eBike offering natural assistance and great range " (ebiketips.road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Moustache - 10 years. "A success story 10 years in the making." By Manne Schmitt (ebike-mtb.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Aventon Soltera 7 Speed Review. "A light, efficient, affordable city electric bike. This option includes a basic Shimano Tourney 7-speed drivetrain and Tektro mechanical disc brakes with 160mm rotors. Efficient 350 watt hub motor and 350 watt hour removable battery pack." (electricbikereview.com) (Image Credit not Found)
First ride: Serial 1’s first electric mountain bike. "Harley Davidson's electric bicycle line lets us ride their new electric mountain bike." (electricbikeaction.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Transition Relay slots Fazua Ride 60 Motor into 170mm travel eMTB. "Transition Bikes is teasing us with promise of its second eMTB to date; the Relay, a 160mm or 170mm travel bike that can roll on a 29″ wheelset or a mixed-wheel setup." By Jessie-May Morgan (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Skarper disk brake propulsion system turns any bike electric. "Breaking cover today for the first time with Olympian Chris Hoy's backing is a new retrofit eBike conversion kit, dubbed Skarper, that utilizes a supplied disc brake in a bike’s rear wheel to provide propulsion." By Mark Sutton (cyclingindustry.news) (Image Credit not Found)
What's magic about Decathlon's Magic Bike concept? "Decathlon explores idea of 'easiest to use' eBike." By Richard Peace (ebiketips.road.cc) by Decathlon
Denago City Model 1 Step-Thru Review. "Brand’s debut eBike punches well above its weight class." By Toby Hill (cyclevolta.com) Photo: Jeff Allen
A full suspension eMTB for € 2,800? What is the affordable Stilus 29” from Decathlon capable of? "A full suspension eMTB for € 2,800 - is that even possible and what do you get for your money?" By Mike Hunger (ebike-mtb.com) Manufacturer’s website
Say what?! Walmart has full-suspension mid-drive electric bikes now? "While Walmart is known for its super cheap eBikes, the company has never offered higher-end eBikes with nicer features like mid-drive motors. At least, not until now." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found)
Your Next Bike Might Have A Battery. Will have a battery. "eBikes are here to stay - embrace the battery with Trek and explore new places, on the trail and in your mind." By Trek South Africa (bicycling.co.za)
Aventon Soltera Review. "California-based Aventon is here offering a fun, easygoing, lightweight ride at an affordable price." (ebikereviewer.com)
Urban Arrow Updates Family Cargo Line eBike. "Bosch Kiox display, Gates belt drive now standard." (cyclevolta.com) Urban Arrow
eBike News: Evelo Galaxy SL for Smaller Riders, Solar eBikes and Much More. "This week’s news is an interesting mix in more ways than one." By Richard Peace (electricbikereport.com) (Image Credit not Found)
DYU D3F Review, 2022. "Electric bikes are getting cheaper and cheaper, but fewer are cheaper than the electric minibikes made by DYU." By Sam Gross (electricbikereview.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Leon Cycle NCM C7 Review. "A sporty and lightweight commuter for budget eBike buyers." By Paul Tolme (cyclevolta.com) Photo: Paul Tolme
Gates upgrades its eBike carbon belt drive range. "Manufacturer looks to shore up its position as belt drive market grows." By Alex Bowden (ebiketips.road.cc) Photo by John Stevenson
REI launches two new electric bike models for a ‘new generation of riders.’ "REI has just launched two new models of eBikes as part of its new “Generation e” line of electric bicycles. The new eBikes were unveiled under REI's Co-op Cycles bicycle line and are known as the Co-op Generation e1.1 and Generation e1.2 eBikes." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found)
Porsche gets serious about eBikes - takes over lightweight motor manufacturer Fazua. "Sports car manufacturer also owns a majority stake in Croatian e-bike brand Greyp." By Alex Bowden (ebiketips.road.cc) Photo by Porsche
5 common misconceptions we must bury once and for all! "Actio and Reactio: Wouldn’t it be awesome if life could be explained with a few simple words and if there were a clearly defined interaction between two variables?" By Rudolf Fischer (ebike-mtb.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Evelo launches new ‘comfort cruiser’ 25 mph electric bike with throttle-enabled mid-drive motor. "Electric bike manufacturer Evelo is back with a brand-new model known as the Evelo Galaxy SL. The updated model is designed as a comfort cruiser that should be ideal for a wide range of riders." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found)
Giant launches Momentum urban eBike sub-brand. "Transend E+ and Vida E+ aimed at commuters and leisure riders." By Alex Bowden (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Haunted by the Voltergeist, the ghost of range-anxiety - Will range-anxiety soon be a thing of the past? "How far can I ride on a single battery charge? What’s the range of this eBike?" By Simon Kohler (ebike-mtb.com)
Yamaha Increases Support of Ride SB100, All Kids Ride. "Gran fondo to include eBike demos; $5K donated to bicycle learning program." (cyclevolta.com) Photo: Yamaha Bicycles
Mercedes Formula E Team launches new eBike range - Including dual motor 28mph Championship Edition. "$5,800 single-speed features dual motors offering 750W of assistance." By Alex Bowden (ebiketips.road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Orbea Is Looking To Define a New Class of eBikes With the Do-It-All Kemen SUV Lineup. "I'm starting to understand just what it means for a bike to be considered an SUV: it has to go far, fast, carry a bunch of goods, and cover as many types of terrains as possible while keeping you comfortable." By Cristian Curmei (autoevolution.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Velotric Discover 1: $400 Off This Value City Cruiser eBike. "Powering the Discover 1 is a 500w rear hub drive motor with an output of 65Nm of instant torque. Combined with the large capacity battery of 48v and 14.4ah, the bike has a stated range of up to 48 miles on level 1 pedal assist." Sponsored (electrek.co)
eBike News: OL+EM's Titanium mid-drive, Orbea, SERIAL 1, Gates and Much More! "OL+EM’s titanium mid-drive uses established tech to produce a unique and very exciting-sounding eBike - a 28.5lb / 13kg mid-drive with hub gears, lights and a titanium frame." By Richard Peace (electricbikereport.com) (Image Credit not Found)
New Orbea Kemen eBike is designed for city riding, while the SUV specs take you further off-road. "Orbea's new electric bike is fully equipped, and comes with a Shimano Steps EP8 motor and high-capacity internal battery." By Paul Norman (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Ukraine is now using these 200-mile-range electric bikes with NLAW rockets to take out Russian tanks. "When pushed hard, the bikes can reach speeds as high as 50 mph (80 km/h). " By Micah Toll (electrek.co)
Juiced RipRacer Review: This fun-sized fat tire electric bike hits 28 MPH in a nimble package. "The descriptors “nimble” and “fat tire” rarely go together as well as they do with the Juiced RipRacer. " By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found)
First Look: DYU 20” folding city electric bike. "The DYU comes as a fixie meaning it is limited to one middle range gear. This would be annoying if you were on faster, more open bike paths. Point is that at about 13-15mph your legs are already at 110rpm." (electricbikeaction.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Harley-Davidson’s updated Serial 1 eBikes will
feature Google Cloud connectivity.
"eBikes are going big on software." By Andrew J. Hawkins (theverge.com) (Image Credit not Found)
With electric bike theft on the rise, Wing Bikes is offering free location trackers on its eBikes. "The location tracker is part of a bundle that Wing Bikes is currently offering, including a $300 discount on its bikes plus another $200+ in free accessories such as that location tracker." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found)
It’s National Bike Month, and pedal bikes are great. But I only ride electric bikes. Here’s why. "The one big downside to pedal bikes, which is pretty much the main reason I don’t ride them, is that they just require so much physical exertion for me to use them for anything other than fitness purposes." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found)
Orbea Urrun eMTB First Look. "Using Orbea's exclusive EP8 Rider Synergy (RS) mid-drive system, the new Urrun pedal-assist hardtail from the Spanish brand is all about extended exploration and going greater distances." (cyclevolta.com) Orbea
Raleigh Stride 2 Family Cargo Bike. " A practical, spacious and powerful eCargo bike - if you've got somewhere big enough to store it." (ebiketips.road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Closer look at Rayvolt's stunning electric bikes, eMotorcycle, and high-tech new brand eXXite. "Barcelona-based Rayvolt not only has some of the most beautiful electric bikes I’ve ever seen, but also designs its own technology to ensure that those eBikes offer industry-leading performance and user-experiences." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found)
Buzz Charter F review: This low-cost folding electric bike sticks the battery where the sun don’t shine. "The Buzz Charter F, which is the latest eBike from the value-oriented electric bike brand Buzz, offers up a low-cost $999 folding model with the battery hidden in the seat post." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found)
eBike News: Gemini X Speed Pedelec, Raleigh Centros Revamped and Much More! "New designs of eBikes tend to juggle the same ingredients, with few truly groundbreaking eBikes coming along - the latter tend to be a product of new technology reaching the point where it’s both effective in the real world and economic to produce." By Richard Peace (electricbikereport.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Aventon Pace 500 Next Gen electric bike review: Testing a high-value option for a city eBike. "From frame-integrated lights to a nicely hidden battery and even hydraulic disc brakes, the new Pace 500 is coming in hot with plenty of fancy parts to pique the interest of even the most seasoned urban eBike rider." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found)
Specialized launches new eBike brand called ‘Globe,’ promising affordability and versatility. "Specialized Bicycles, one of the largest names in the global bicycle industry, announced this morning the creation of a new affordable eBike brand called Globe." By Sam Gross (electricbikereport.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Raleigh updates its Centros e-bikes with bigger batteries and smaller wheels. "Raleigh has released the 2022 versions of its Centros eBike. The bike’s available with either a conventional or step-through frame and with either hub or derailleur gearing." By Alex Bowden (ebiketips.road.cc) Photo by Raleigh
New Orbea Urrun blends long battery life with a power-packed motor. "The new Urrun electric hardtail features a less aggressive but power-packed motor." By Oscar Huckle (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit Orbea)
Dallingridge Oxford. "Verdict: Certainly one of the better budget folders out there." By Richard Peace (ebiketips.road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
eBike News: Canyon Goes with New Fazua Drive, New Metz Cargo System Much More. "Motor power and eScooter legality and safety are the hot topics this week. Certainly Fazua's new most-powerful-yet Ride 60 mid-drive system looks to have hit a sweet spot between its original less powerful design and more powerful - and significantly heavier - from the likes of Bosch and Shimano." By Richard Peace (electricbikereport.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Orbea Rise H30 Review. "The Orbea Rise platform has become a top seller for many shops. It weighs less than many competing full suspension trail eBikes, but is not as light as the Specialized Turbo Levo SL and Turbo Kenevo SL in this aluminum alloy configuration." (electricbikeaction.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Fucare launches wild-looking new 28 MPH Gemini electric bikes with dual batteries for long range. "Part truss bridge, part Erector Set, the frame uses narrow diameter tubes that wrap around the forward-mounted 48V battery while still leaving an open area on top to allow for battery removal." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found)
Gogoro Eeyo 1 a stylish electric bike for the city. "The future’s bright, the future’s electric. A phrase that Taiwanese company Gogoro, makers of the Eeyo 1 would agree with." By Paul Horta-Hopkins (cycletechreview.com) (Image Credit not Found)
HJM's dual-battery Transer Electric Cargo Bike is built to ride longer and haul more. "The HJM Transer Cargo eBike features a dual-battery design that increases its range." By Mark Wilson (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Ride1UP Cafe Cruiser Review 2022. "Electric cruiser bikes are as much about the looks as they are the ride, and the classic beach cruiser - a low-slung, laid back style of eBike with swept bars and a broad seat - is a timeless look." By Sam Gross (electricbikereport.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Santa Cruz Recalls Heckler 9 eMTB.
"Battery latch can malfunction and pose fall hazard." By Staff (cyclevolta.com) Santa Cruz Bicycles
Aventon Sinch Step-Through First Ride Review. "Mining adventure on the way to adventure." By Stephen Krcmar (cyclevolta.com) Aventon
C3STROM Astro combines eBike design with motorcycle styling for a fast, new electric moped. "Electric bicycles that blur the line with electric motorcycles and mopeds are an increasingly popular category of the eBike industry." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found)
Niner RLT e9 RDO First Ride Review. "Thrilling speed and commendable range for extended off-road adventure." By Toby Hill (cyclevolta.com) Niner Bikes
Sub-30-lb Scrat S2 single-speed eBike keeps things simple. "Despite what some companies may think, not everyone wants an eBike that looks like a feature-laden high-tech contraption." By Ben Coxworth (newatlas.com) Scrat
Porous anode enables standard lithium-ion battery to charge to 60 per cent in six minutes. "Scientists at the University of Science and Technology of China in Hefei have designed a structured anode that allows a standard lithium-ion battery to charge to 60 per cent in 5.6 minutes and to 80 per cent in 11.4 minutes." By Alex Bowden (ebiketips.road.cc) YouTube
New electric bicycle powertrain claims to be lightest in the world, adds just 3.2 kg (7 lbs). "The new Mahle X20 electric bicycle powertrain is set to lead to some ultra lightweight eBikes thanks to the paired down electric motor and battery combination." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found)
Speed pedelec study finds users largely cruise below assistance limits. "A first of its kind study of speed pedelec users has found that average cruising speeds often sit comfortably below the maximum assisted limits." By Mark Sutton (cyclingindustry.news) (Image Credit not Found)
Easiest way to recharge an electric bike battery from the sun? QuietKat solar power charger review. "If there’s one thing I love as much as playing with batteries, it’s charging them up from the sun." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found)
Ride1Up Prodigy Review. "The Prodigy is offered in both XR (high-step) and ST (step-through) frame options, which is kind of a tradition for Ride1Up." (ebikereviewer.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Fuell Flluid-1e. "This was our first time seeing a motor from Bofeili. It’s an exclusive for Fuell, and it has impressive specs." (electricbikeaction.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Blix Ultra: New All-Terrain eFat Bike adds modular accessories for heavy loads or passengers. "Blix just announced the Ultra, a new all-terrain fat tire eBike designed for on- and off-road riding." By Heather Hendricks (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit c: Blix)
Lectric XP 2.0 vs Lectric XPremium vs. Lectric XP Lite: What’s the difference and which to buy? "When it comes to bang-for-your-buck electric bicycles, it’s hard to beat the Phoenix-based company Lectric eBikes." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found)
Fore! Assert your fairway or range presence with the Super73 golf-themed eBike. "If you called Super73’s new Frankenproject with Topgolf something, we figure it would have to be a “golfbike." By Sam Anderson (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Italian police seize €2m from firm for smuggling eBikes. "Firm imported eBikes from China in parts to try and evade anti-dumping tariffs." By Alex Bowden (ebiketips.road.cc) YouTube
Volt Connect. "Well equipped and efficient hybrid commuter." By Richard Peace (ebiketips.road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
eBike News: Lectric's New Mid-Drive, Plus Scott and R&M Launches and Much More! "It’s that time of year when new e-bike launches appear to be raining from the skies and thus it continues." By Richard Peace (electricbikereport.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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