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Pete Prebus founded Electric Bike Report in 2010 to provide a central resource of electric bike information for everyone. Pete has since moved on to new adventures in the electric bike world. Pete has nearly 30 years of experience in the cycling world. At the age of 13 he began riding and racing bikes and working as a bike shop mechanic. He raced mountain bikes for many years, including a few years of racing professionally on the U.S. national cross country mountain bike circuit. Pete’s professional work background includes more than 10 years in the structural and civil engineering field. Pete combines his cycling experience, passion for electric bikes, and the power of the Internet to promote this new form of transportation and recreation.

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Biktrix Juggernaut HD Electric Fat Bike Review Part 1 – Pictures & Specs

The new Biktrix Juggernaut HD fat eBike commuter is in for testing & review!

This is an interesting fat eBike because it features a 750 watt Bafang mid drive with pedal assist up to 28mph and all terrain fat tires. 

Some of the highlights are multiple battery options, an RST suspension fork, Tektro disc brakes, pedal assist & throttle, and wheel/tire options. 

With its all terrain 4″ wide fat tires and full accessory package the Juggernaut is ready for the daily commute and explore/adventure rides. 

The Biktrix Juggernaut HD pricing starts at $2,599 with free shipping (continental US and Canada) and they have monthly payment options as well.

In this first part of the review you will get a detailed look at this bike with a BUNCH of pictures and the specifications. [Read more…] about Biktrix Juggernaut HD Electric Fat Bike Review Part 1 – Pictures & Specs

IZIP Simi Electric Bike Review Part 2: Ride & Range Test [VIDEO]

Zipping around on the IZIP Simi electric cruiser bike is fun and it’s a very easy bike to ride with its simple and straight forward design. 

With its upright and swept back handlebars and relaxed ride feel it’s also a very comfortable eBike to ride.  

The Simi recorded impressive mileage in the range test with the new SR Suntour Performance system.

This eCruiser is well equipped for fun rides, daily commuting, and errand running. 

The IZIP Simi is affordably priced at $1,599 USD with free shipping and IZIP offers monthly payments. 

In this second part of the full review you will get an idea of the ride characteristics, range test results, pros, cons, and overall thoughts on this electric bike. [Read more…] about IZIP Simi Electric Bike Review Part 2: Ride & Range Test [VIDEO]

eBike News: Celebrities on eBikes, Autonomous eBikes?, eMTB for Recovery, Smart Helmets, & More! [VIDEOS]

In this week’s eBike news roundup:

  • Riese and Muller Puts Safety First
  • Recovering from a Broken Neck with eBike
  • Celebrities Boosts eBike Popularity
  • Smart Helmets from SafeTec 
  • Autonomous eBikes & eScooters from Jump
  • More EU China Anti-Dumping Updates
  • Plus More Business & Legal news

[Read more…] about eBike News: Celebrities on eBikes, Autonomous eBikes?, eMTB for Recovery, Smart Helmets, & More! [VIDEOS]

IZIP Simi Electric Bike Review Part 1 – Pictures & Specs

The new affordable IZIP Simi electric cruiser bike is in for testing & review!

This is an easy going cruiser with a relaxed feel that is well equipped for casual cruising, commuting, and errand running. 

Some of the highlights are the new SR Suntour Performance system that features a 400 watt motor, 36V 11.6ah lithium battery, Tektro disc brakes, full accessory package, and more.

The IZIP Simi is affordably priced at $1,599 USD with free shipping and IZIP offers monthly payments. 

In this first part of the review you will get a detailed look at this bike with a BUNCH of pictures and the specifications. [Read more…] about IZIP Simi Electric Bike Review Part 1 – Pictures & Specs

Biktrix Stunner Electric Bike Review Part 2: Ride & Range Test [VIDEO]

After many miles of testing the Biktrix Stunner it has proven to be a comfortable eCruiser with some high performance kick!

The Stunner has the easy going style of a step-thru cruiser with a 750 watt mid drive that provides pedal assist up to 28 mph. 

Another unique highlight is the 5 speed internally geared rear hub and a well equipped accessory assortment. 

The Stunner is a good eBike for around town cruising and for exploring the open road.

The Stunner starts at $2,099 with free shipping in the US & Canada. There are 4 battery size options for different price points.

In this second part of the full review you will get an idea of the ride characteristics, range test results, pros, cons, and overall thoughts on this electric bike. [Read more…] about Biktrix Stunner Electric Bike Review Part 2: Ride & Range Test [VIDEO]

New Panasonic Electric Bike Systems on Univega & Van Dessel [VIDEOS]

Panasonic is making a splash in 2019 with their new mid drive eBike systems on Univega and Van Dessel bikes from Kent International. 

This massive electronics company has been waiting for the right time to launch their systems in the North American market and 2019 is the year.

Electric bikes are nothing new for Panasonic who has a 40% market share in the Japanese market along with being one of the original drive system companies in the European eBike market. 

In fact the founder of Panasonic, Konosuke Matsushita, started with bicycle headlights as one of the company’s initial products.  

Panasonic is also well known as the battery cell supplier for Tesla electric cars. That’s a big and demanding customer for battery cells. 

With their own battery cell production this sets Panasonic apart from [Read more…] about New Panasonic Electric Bike Systems on Univega & Van Dessel [VIDEOS]

Biktrix Stunner Electric Bike Review Part 1 – Pictures & Specs

The new Biktrix Stunner electric cruiser bike is in for testing & review!

This is a powerful eCruiser with up to 28mph of pedal assist and a relaxed and upright ride style.

Some of the highlights are a 750 watt mid drive motor, a 48V 11.6ah lithium battery (upgradable to higher capacities), pedal assist + throttle, internally geared rear hub, disc brakes, Kenda tires, and more. 

The Stunner starts at $2,099 with free shipping in the US & Canada. There are 3 battery size options for different price points. 

In this first part of the review you will get a detailed look at this bike with a BUNCH of pictures and the specifications. [Read more…] about Biktrix Stunner Electric Bike Review Part 1 – Pictures & Specs

Riese & Müller Nevo GX Rohloff 2019 Ride Report [VIDEO]

Electric Bike Report has already looked at several Riese & Müller models – from the Homage, New Charger, Delite and Packster ranges, all based around Riese & Müller’s unique and practical yet funkily attractive frame designs.

We’ve also taken a close look at the previous Nevo model here and here. 

The Nevo design has been updated for 2019 with an inframe battery as standard and the option of a second battery mounted on the down tube.

The GX Rohloff variant is new for 2019, giving an off-road twist to the previous range that was orientated towards riding on hard surfaces and the electronically shifting Rohloff hub gears also add further gearing options not previously available to the ever expanding Nevo family. This model is priced at US $7099 GB £5319.

The off-road facet is combined with the most powerful of the Bosch mid-drives, the Performance Line CX. 

The practical and easy to use low step-thru frame remains, now combining it’s excellent commuting, shopping and leisure riding credentials with off-road ability and low maintenance, evidenced by the Gates Carbon belt drive.  [Read more…] about Riese & Müller Nevo GX Rohloff 2019 Ride Report [VIDEO]

eBike News: Tesla & GM eBikes, Maserati eRoad, Stromer Movie, Off Road eWheelchair, & More! [VIDEOS]

In this week’s eBike news:

  • Elon Musk of Tesla Considers eBikes
  • GM Launches eBikes with Competition
  • Maserati’s New eRoad Bike
  • Minibike Inspired Buzzraw X
  • New Dahon Folding and Storage Tech
  • Off-Road Wheelchair Made from 2 eBikes
  • New Share E-bikes for Riverside, CA
  • Solar Fluid “Battery”
  • And Much More!

[Read more…] about eBike News: Tesla & GM eBikes, Maserati eRoad, Stromer Movie, Off Road eWheelchair, & More! [VIDEOS]

Priority Embark Electric Bike Review Part 2: Ride & Range Test [VIDEO]

After many miles of testing the Priority Embark it has proven to be a fun and lively eBike with a smooth and quiet ride style.

Like other Priority bikes it has a focus on being low maintenance so you can focus more on enjoying the ride. 

The drive system combination of the new quiet Bosch Active Line Plus mid drive with the Gates Carbon Drive belt, and enviolo CVT hub is a big highlight of this eCommuter.

The Priority Embark is priced at $3,999 and that includes shipping and assembly from Velofix or a local bike shop.

In this second part of the full review you will get an idea of the ride characteristics, range test results, pros, cons, and overall thoughts on this electric bike. [Read more…] about Priority Embark Electric Bike Review Part 2: Ride & Range Test [VIDEO]

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