E-Bike Weight: 81 LBS
Range:
Pedal-Assist Mode: 60-80 Miles
Pure Electric Mode: 40-60 Miles
I wouldn’t exactly call that long range, especially if you plan to add more weight to it with pannier bags.
81lbs is a killer… this leaves you with no good options if you experience a mechanical issue or run out of battery while out on the trails.
Batteries are heavy and this one has a big one. That said, my shitty Engwe EP-2 weighs 75 lbs, but as long as the drivetrain and tires are intact, I could pedal it home. On hills, it sucks, but otherwise it’s not all that bad really.
Sure as shit wouldn’t want to carry it though haha
Batteries are heavy and this one has a big one.
For sure. I would guess the battery in this is around 15lbs, but 81lbs would be a nightmare to do a roadside repair on. Like, how easy is it to change a tire or tube on it? The manufacturer mentions “Integrated Tires, KENDA, Custom 20” X 4.0", but no mention of whether they are tubeless or not.
I also just realized that you can’t put panniers on this bike. The rear rack isn’t pannier friendly.
I honestly hate how bike manufacturers are designing low-versatility bikes these days, especially for a “cargo” e-bike.
Oh, doing roadside maintenance on such a heavy bike sucks! I hate it so much I got tannus armor to help avoid blown tubes. Should probably just convert to tubeless but I’m probably just going to get a different bike.
As for the tires, I’d bet they’re just tubes.
