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The Super Commuter+ is built on an aluminum frame with a carbon fiber front fork, and it integrates a 350W Bosch Performance Speed mid-mounted motor powered by a 36V 500Wh Bosch lithium-ion battery pack mounted on the down tube. The bike has a range per charge of up to 92 miles, depending on the riding mode and the terrain of the route, with a total charge time of about 4.5 hours. A control unit and display on the handlebars allows for quick access to ride and bike data, as well as selection of the pedal-assist mode (Eco, Tour, Sport, Turbo).
It weighs in at about 52 pounds, features Schwalbe Super Moto-X 2.4" tires, includes a Shimano XT/11-speed drivetrain and has dual Shimano Deore hydraulic disc brakes for stopping power. A large LED headlight and small red LED taillights help with visibility, and front and rear fenders help keep most of the road grime off the rider, while the low-riser Bontrager handlebar and Satellite Elite grips offer a comfortable and effective hand position while riding. The removable battery pack can be charged either on or off the bike, and a lock secures the battery to the bike.
Amid news about Teslas and other new transportation options, electric bikes have been quietly growing in variety and number. Could an e-bike be a viable option for you, perhaps even a car replacement?
(Score: 2) by choose another one on Tuesday July 25 2017, @04:00PM (2 children)
With TFA quoting a top speed of 28mph it does indeed become a viable replacement for at least a moped/scooter for urban commuting at least.
However, it also comes with all the same costs, and because it does >15mph it _is_ legally a moped (where I am in UK at least, and I think all of EU), therefore you need a driving licence a full motorbike standard helmet, license plates, insurance, road tax (probably zero rated but you'd still have to register it).
After all of which you might as well just go buy a moped.
And therein lies the problem - actual e-bikes (as opposed to e-mopeds) are 15mph top speed, effectively less than a real bike, and therefore little market for replacing anything other than a bike (particularly for older / less able folk who can't ride as fast).
(Score: 2) by bob_super on Tuesday July 25 2017, @11:23PM
You forgot to mention the two heavy chains required to secure your $5000 bike.
(Score: 0) by Anonymous Coward on Wednesday July 26 2017, @02:23AM
You could probably bring your electric bike into the office. Someone would have a shit fit if you brought a moped in.