I love the option to extend the range of this ebike by purchasing a second battery pack and the switch at the rear end of the rack makes choosing one battery or the other very intuitive. Overall this a sturdy bike but I have mixed feelings about the slide-on battery mounting system because it rattles a bit (consider checking and tightening the screws every once in a while) and can feel unbalanced if only one pack is attached. The average cyclist puts out ~200 watts during steady rigorous pedaling so imaging doubling your own strength. a non-electric bike and most European ebikes are actually limited to 250 watts so plenty of people are getting along just fine with bikes like this. Ultimately, you’re getting a value setup with the Vibe. off to one side) and convenient to service (with just one chain on the rear hub it’s easier to swap tires or fix flats on this bike vs. It’s a step ahead of the chain driven eZip Trailz because it’s more balanced (the motor is located in the center of the rear wheel vs. The 250 watt motor is great for relaxed riding on flat terrain but will struggle going up larger hills. Even with the upgraded Lithium Iron Phosphate battery pack, this ebike offers less power than most of the bikes I’ve reviewed here. While it might be tempting to pick up one of these bikes and feel like you’re getting a bargain it’s important to consider the trade-offs in performance. Keep this in mind as you may be able to get a better deal given that support and replacement parts will likely become increasingly difficult to come by. Note that this ebike is no longer being produced (as of mid 2014) and may only be found as leftover inventory at independent ebike shops or used at garage sales. chain drive that makes it quiet, more reliable and more durable as an entry level electric bike. The IZIP Vibe is built on a light weight aluminum alloy frame with relaxed geometry and takes advantage of a hub motor vs. It’s available for just $999 with a Sealed Lead acid battery and 6 month warranty but the most common configuration sells for $1,399 and includes a medium sized Lithium Iron Phosphate battery pack and 3 year warranty. The hub will accept most disc brakes.The Currie IZIP E3 Vibe is one step above the eZip Trailz and along with the increased price point, offers a great selection of mechanical and structural upgrades. You need to reuse your inner tube and rim strip from your original bike. Front Wheel: This e-bike kit gives you the choice of either an alloy 26” x 1-3/4” double wall rim with stainless spokes suitable for mounting any suitable 26" x 1-1/2” to 26" x2-1/8” tire, or a 700c rim. A handlebar mounted thumb throttle with TAG (Twist and Go) function and a battery gauge indicator. An easy access charger port in removable battery pack that can be charged either on or off the bike. User controls: A power On/Off switch on back of the rack. Controller: This great kit comes complete with the exclusive Currie Electro-Drive®, 36 Volt fully potted controller with power gauge function. Charger: The UL listed Currie Smart Charger with LED status display will keep your Li-ion system ready to go. Battery: Cruise along with 36 volts of EV rated, 11.4 Ah, Lithium-ion (Li-ion) mounted on the rear rack. Motor: The #3 electric bike kit comes with Currie's exclusive alloy shell 500 watts of DC brushless geared hub motor.
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