Ebike Industry Updates
The Marlin has been one of Trek’s most popular and affordable mountain bikes, and while Trek has offered plenty of affordable e-bikes, with the release of the new Marlin+ eMTB, Trek has now added an affordable eMTB to its lineup. Trek offers the Marlin+ in two different builds, the Marlin+ 8 and the Marlin+ 6. […]
The post Trek Introduces Marlin+, an Affordable eMTB Series first appeared on Electric Bike Report | Electric Bike, Ebikes, Electric Bicycles, E Bike, Reviews.In its efforts to help elevate e-bike industry quality standards, Bafang built a test lab, Bafang Laboratory Center, to test two-wheel drive systems. It has announced that the lab has been awarded accreditation by the China National Accreditation Service for Conformity Assessment (CNAS). The accreditation is in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025: 2017 General Requirements for […]
The post Bafang Laboratory Receives Accreditation first appeared on Electric Bike Report | Electric Bike, Ebikes, Electric Bicycles, E Bike, Reviews.Looking down at the odometer on my Luna X-1 I realized that I had just turned over 2000km on the clock. For normal ebikes 2000km is not much of a milestone, but considering how I only ride my X-1 on trails and thrash on it pretty hard every day I thought I would do an article on how it has held up and the good, the bad and the ugly about this bike. There is a lot of components I have replaced due to failures or just because I wanted to, there is nothing that I have done to this bike that I have regretted. I bought the X-1 on June 2019 and paid $3305 for it from Lunacycle. At the time of purchase this was the most money I had ever spent on an ebike by a far margin. The X-1 is no longer sold but has been superseded by the X-2 and the X-2.5 which I have not ridden.
A very well loved and more than slightly abused 4.5 year old Lunacycle X-1 with the Ludicrous controller
My morning routine is always about the same, I wake up and get on my double diaper (chamois shorts) on and head out the door to ride. I go biking before I eat or turn on a computer or do anything else because I know if I don’t get out to ride in the first part of the day, I probably won’t get to ride that day, and the dude cannot abide.
My biggest complaint about the X-1 is the noise that the steel gear makes. It’s a bit loud, and not super stealthy like the BBSHD with the nylon gear. The newest X-2.5 (available here) uses a peek/carbon gear which should be a much quieter. The other issue I have had is there is a large ring bearing in the front faceplate that occasionally makes a lot of noise. It has already failed once and I could not get the bearing pressed out of the faceplate so Luna just sent me a new faceplate with a bearing in it. Every issue I’ve had with this ebike Luna has been absolutely incredible with helping me get parts for it at a very reasonable price. I would give their service department a 10/10 rating.
The metal piece that the rear through axle screws into has stripped threads so if I don’t tighten it down super tight it gets loose on its own. This has never been enough of an issue to try to fix, but the axle is on so tight that I can’t get it loose on the trails without special tools.
Gocycle made a big splash when they introduced their high-tech G4 e-bike. Designed by an automotive engineer who wanted something that capitalized on current technology, the G4 brought together a proprietary front hub motor, a folding carbon fiber frame and hydroformed aluminum parts and a fully enclosed drivetrain. They’ve now introduced two new models, the […]
The post Gocycle Launches CXi & CX+: A Premium Folding Cargo E-Bike first appeared on Electric Bike Report | Electric Bike, Ebikes, Electric Bicycles, E Bike, Reviews.This is a 6-seat electric aircraft that uses four “stowaway” rotors for initial lift, and one rear-facing propeller for sustained flight. Several years ago they started with a prototype that did not have any of the vertical-lift features, called the CX300. It also used a single rear-facing propeller, which would take off and land on conventional runways.
Over two years, the CX300 has flown 22,000 miles, and has been evaluated by FAA and military test pilots. It has flown 386 miles on a single battery charge. The CX300 is designed for short-haul medical, cargo, and passenger operations at a lower operational cost. Its design is based on an operational niche where the FAA stated that “More than a third of all global flights today are actually less than 500 miles”
Several companies have demonstrated a working “solid state battery” prototype, and not only are SSB’s fire-safe, They allow rapid charging and over a 50% increase in range per volume. Every EV industry will be affected by the improvements that SSB’s provide, but the Aircraft industry will be impacted the most by viable SSB’s.
BT said the cost to fly the CX300 about 150 miles was $17 in electricity, and the conventional turbine plane that flew next to it cost Beta $700 worth of Jet-A fuel.
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One of the big questions consumers often ask about e-bikes is why they don’t feature energy regeneration while braking. On paper, it makes terrific sense, but when we drill down on the engineering details the challenges become apparent: People don’t weigh a lot and regeneration saps an e-bike’s ability to coast. That’s not to say […]
The post Look and Cixi E-Bike Has One-of-a-Kind Drive System first appeared on Electric Bike Report | Electric Bike, Ebikes, Electric Bicycles, E Bike, Reviews.Heybike has just announced a new model and this one is quite the attention-grabber. You don’t need ADD to lose track of what you were doing as you eye this baby. The Heybike Hero is the company’s first carbon fiber e-bike. Much as we’ve liked the other Heybike models we’ve reviewed, this is a more […]
The post Heybike Hero Spec Review, 2024 first appeared on Electric Bike Report | Electric Bike, Ebikes, Electric Bicycles, E Bike, Reviews.The Pacific Northwest offers a variety of scenic landscapes and outdoor adventures, making it a fantastic region for electric bike (e-bike) enthusiasts. Here are some of the best electric bike trails in the Northwest: 1. The Centennial Trail - Washington:Location: Snohomish County, WashingtonDescription: This 30-mile trail runs from Snohomish to th...
Can an Affordable Yet Powerful Alternative Topple the Original Moto King? Super73 S2 or Ride1UP Revv 1 HT? Adrenaline seekers gravitating toward aggressive-looking, moped- or moto-style e-bikes may find themselves torn between these models when shopping. We put the two cafe racers head to head in this comparison to help you decide. If riding fast […]
The post Ride1UP Revv 1 HT vs Super73 S2 Comparison, 2024 first appeared on Electric Bike Report | Electric Bike, Ebikes, Electric Bicycles, E Bike, Reviews.To the degree that e-bikes have been in the media lately, much of the news has centered on fires caused by low-quality lithium-ion batteries. Existing evidence suggests low-quality e-scooters and other micromobility devices and repaired batteries are the cause of these fires, as our previous reporting has shown. This overhyped and inaccurate reporting may lead […]
The post Lithium-Ion Battery Safety Bill Considered by Congress first appeared on Electric Bike Report | Electric Bike, Ebikes, Electric Bicycles, E Bike, Reviews.The wear and tear of e-bike tires can be influenced by various factors, including the type of tire, riding conditions, maintenance, and the specific characteristics of the e-bike itself. Here are some factors to consider regarding e-bike tire wear: Tire Type:The type of tire you choose significantly impacts wear. Different tread patterns, rubber co...
Mini But Mighty? Propella Introduces Small Utility E-Bike With A Great Value Proposition The $1000 price point is a difficult threshold to beat. It’s hard to produce an e-bike where the motor, battery and the rest of the electronics don’t eat $600 of the e-bike’s retail cost. Strategies to get there mean shaving costs by […]
The post Propella Mini Max Review 2024 first appeared on Electric Bike Report | Electric Bike, Ebikes, Electric Bicycles, E Bike, Reviews.A Straightforward, No-Nonsense Helmet with Style and Sun Protection There’s often an elegance in simplicity, which multi-sport helmet manufacturer Bern seems to have applied to its Major bike helmet. The Major keeps things simple without many of the bells and whistles that we often see on helmets from newer brands trying to reinvent the wheel. […]
The post Bern Major Bike Helmet Review, 2024 first appeared on Electric Bike Report | Electric Bike, Ebikes, Electric Bicycles, E Bike, Reviews.A Flashy, Stylish, and Roomy Helmet with Impressive Safety Certifications When you’re riding an e-bike capable of speeds well above 20 miles per hour, a regular bike helmet just doesn’t cut the mustard. Maximum protection is paramount, which is why the Bern Hudson is specifically rated for e-bikes and includes multiple safety features and certifications […]
The post Bern Hudson Bike Helmet Review, 2024 first appeared on Electric Bike Report | Electric Bike, Ebikes, Electric Bicycles, E Bike, Reviews.Pacific Cycle is recalling two models of e-bike due to improper assembly that can result in a fire. There have been three reports of fires, and one injury involving second-degree burns. The recall covers the Ascend Cabrillo and Minaret models, which affects about 1700 e-bikes. Owners of these e-bikes should stop using them immediately and […]
The post Pacific Cycle Recalls 2 E-Bikes first appeared on Electric Bike Report | Electric Bike, Ebikes, Electric Bicycles, E Bike, Reviews.The history of electric bikes (e-bikes) is intertwined with the development of batteries and electric motors, as well as the broader history of bicycles. The idea of adding an electric motor to a bicycle to assist with propulsion dates back over a century, but significant developments and commercial success have occurred more recently. Early Concep...
This week we saw two bikes sold at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s recalled due to a risk of fire as a result of incorrect assembly. Canyon Bikes introduced the 2024 Spectral:ON CF 7, an impressive eMTB. Officials in Spearfish, S.D., take on the issue of how or whether to legislate e-bike use in their […]
The post E-Bike News Roundup, 1/19 to 1/26/24 first appeared on Electric Bike Report | Electric Bike, Ebikes, Electric Bicycles, E Bike, Reviews.Canadian manufacturer LMX has introduced a novel eMTB meant to address the stress that powerful mid-drive motors place on the drivetrain. The LMX 64 employs a mid-drive motor that turns a gear on the rear wheel’s non-drive side. They bill it as, “eMTB meets moto.” LMX was recently in the news because the French military […]
The post LMX Introduces eMTB With 2 Drivetrains first appeared on Electric Bike Report | Electric Bike, Ebikes, Electric Bicycles, E Bike, Reviews.This powerful, well-crafted e-bike makes gravel riding accessible and fun! With a name that means “water flowing over white rocks,” it would only be right that the Wabash RT would be Yamaha’s fluid, responsive gravel e-bike. We were impressed after reviewing the brand’s CrossCore RC city/commuter e-bike, so we had high expectations from this offering. […]
The post Yamaha Wabash RT E-Bike Review, 2024 first appeared on Electric Bike Report | Electric Bike, Ebikes, Electric Bicycles, E Bike, Reviews.Cold weather can significantly impact the performance of electric bike (e-bike) batteries. Most e-bikes use lithium-ion batteries, which are known to be sensitive to temperature extremes. Here's how cold weather affects these batteries and some tips to mitigate these effects: Effects of Cold Weather on E-Bike BatteriesReduced Range: The most notice...
