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Evelo Omega Electric Bike Review 2023 – Automatic E-Bike

Comfort, Power and Simplicity – Relax and Enjoy the Ride

Evelo Omega Review 2023
Our review of the Evelo Omega electric bike covers what makes this a powerful and easy-to-ride cruiser any rider will enjoy. Wouldn’t it be great to have an e-bike that shifts gears on its own, and all you have to do is pedal and enjoy the ride? That’s what you get with the Evelo Omega – an automatic gear shifting transmission that takes the worry out of finding the right gear. And making your ride even easier, the Evelo Omega features a powerful mid-drive motor that kicks out enough torque to get you up those hills, so all you have to do is ride.

Sporting that European look, the integrated battery and sleek contours are inviting, as if the bike is saying it’s made for you.

Further complementing your enjoyment is the comfortably designed ergonomics of the frame, seat and cockpit. When sitting behind the handlebar you will feel like you can ride all day. And with the advanced battery supplying power to the motor, this bike can take you on a single charge for up to 60 miles.

The step-thru design, and powerful motor of the Evelo Omega makes this a cruiser for a broad range of riders, whether you’re an experienced rider, a novice, or someone who hasn’t hopped on a bike in years (or decades), this is an e-bike that almost anyone can commandeer and enjoy. Read on to learn more about the results of this e-bike in our performance tests, and discover whether this is the right electric bike for you.

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Pedal Core Electric Bike Review, 2023

Full Suspension, Speedy Motor, and Seating for a Friend Enables This Bike to Offer More Fun Per Mile

Pedal Core Review 2023
Amidst the surge of new e-bikes hitting the scene, one could argue (and complain) that a lot of these new e-bikes look and ride similarly. But breaking the mold on this the new Pedal Core, a fat tire, moped-style e-bike hosting some unique features that really make this bike standout. Tailored to whet the appetite of adventurers and off-roaders, the Core hosts a unique suspension design that is inspired by the motorcycle world.

Riding on inverted, “upside down,” forks and dual coil shocks, the Core handles bumps, ditches, rocky and sandy trails better than many of the so-called “all-terrain” e-bike out there. Not only does this bike give you a smoother ride in the dirt but the suspension also handles carrying a passenger on its long seat, and cargo, on the optional rack that’s available.

Helping the Core break free from its seemingly indistinguishable brethren in the e-bike community, this bike’s suspension dominates the terrain with its powerful Bafang 750-watt motor, helping reaching speeds up to 32 mph, when set in Sport Mode. Providing the much-needed energy to go further, its 15 amp-hour (672 watt hour) battery can take you upwards of 50 miles on a single charge.

Whether you’re a new or experienced rider, if you’re looking for a way to break the mold of monotony of moped-style adventure e-bikes, then the Pedal Core is a bike you should take a longer look at. We’ll go over all the pertinent details here, including the results from the gauntlet that is Electric Bike Report’s testing regimen . After finishing reading this Pedal Core review, your mind should be pretty set on whether or not the it is a bike you’d want. So please read on.

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Troxus Lynx Electric Bike Review, 2023

Easy Riding, Cargo Carrying, Commuting, and Fun – A Little of Everything All in One

Troxus Lynx Review 2023
In this review of the Troxus Lynx electric bike, we cover the details on this versatile e-bike that is great for commuting, running errands and having fun. This rugged, fat tire, step-thru e-bike is easy for almost anyone to hop on and ride around town, on the bike path and even the campground.

Its motor packs a good punch, speedwise, and the overall handling and control is simple to master. The Lynx looks like a trail bike, with its fat tires and rugged look, and will appeal to anyone who wants an e-bike that can hold its own on any terrain. Setting this e-bike above the pack of other fat tire e-bikes is its adjustable seat, meaning anyone between the height of 5’0” to 6’2” can sit at a height that’s comfortable for pedaling.

We discovered a lot about the Lynx when our team tested its performance, comfort and features through nearly 200 miles of riding. So if you like the look of the Troxus Lynx, and you think this might be the electric bike for you, then you will want to keep reading this review and learn more about what we discovered from our rides and our performance analysis.

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NIU BQi-C3 Pro E-Bike Review, 2023

Well-hidden dual batteries on this clean, classy-looking commuter e-bike with speed and simplicity.

NIU BQUi-C3 Pro Review 2023
The BQi-C3 Pro is one of the first e-bike offerings from the Chinese company NIU (new). Prior to the release of this model, the brand established itself globally as a manufacturer of electric mopeds and scooters with customers in over 50 countries. In this NIU BQi-C3 Pro review, we take a look at this unique e-bike’s specs, performance, ride feel, and more!

Visually, this bike presents itself in clean, sleek style. The BQi-C3 Pro hosts TWO batteries that are fully integrated into its step-thru frame, giving it one of the most polished appearances we’ve seen on a dual battery setup. This, combined with the flashy two-tone paint job and a ring-shaped running light around the bike’s headlight, gives the bike a futuristic look that we can’t get enough of.

In addition to looking good, those dual batteries give the bike an incredible range. NIU’s website advertises that the bike can travel between 60 and 90 miles on a single charge, and our testing fully supported this claim.

The bike’s step-thru frame also makes it one of the most accessible e-bikes we’ve seen, with a standover height of just 12.6 inches! This feature makes the bike easier to use for riders with limited mobility or for commuters wearing business attire.

Curious to know how this bike handles and performs? So were we! Continue on to our full NIU BQi-C3 Pro review below.

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Aventon Pace 500.3 Step Through Review, 2023

Making a Great Bike Ride Even Better by Adding Torque Sensor and Improving Safety

Aventon Pace 500.3 Step Through Review 2023
Aventon’s new Pace 500.3 Step Through (ST) is an example of how a company can make an already-great bike even greater. In our review of version 2, we found this bike already has a lot going for it in power, range and riding comfort. The Pace is popular with many riders because it has an upright posture, and slightly curved handlebar that makes it feel like a “Dutch” bike. Aventon has sold a lot of the previous version of this lightweight commuter/cruiser because of its ease of operation, comfortable ride, and how light and easy it is to lift onto a bike rack. And the frame is known for accommodating a wide size range of riders.

This time around Aventon has made a few welcome changes to on the Pace 500.3 Step Through. Replacing the cadence sensor with a torque sensor was something we had our fingers crossed that they might do. Aventon also changed the tuning on the motor, dumping the old 5-level PAS system with a more refined 4-level system. So, we were super stoked to ride this bike and see what new changes Aventon made compared to the old model.

Our burning question was, did these changes to this bike justice? Read on and see what we found in our full Aventon Pace 500.3 ST review.

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Electric Bike Company Model A Review, 2023

A casual, low-cost chopper-style cruiser for commuting or coasting along the beach.

Electric Bike Company Model A Review 2023
The iconic Electric Bike Company (EBC) should be well-known to fans of the beach cruiser style. Their e-bike models almost exclusively display the category’s defining retro curves, and all feature upright positioning and big, squishy saddles for long-lasting comfort on casual rides. The EBC Model A doesn’t break the mold (too much), but it also doesn’t break the bank! We take a look at this basic-but-still-feature-packed cruiser in this Electric Bike Company Model A review.

With e-bike costs coming down over time, we’ve started to see a new wave of models in the $1,500 price range that include once-uncommon features such as turn signals and cargo racks. The Model A is one such e-bike, with an included package of commuter-friendly features we always appreciate, and quite a few extras we don’t often see.

Did we mention this bike’s affordability? Until now, Electric Bike Company models have started around the $2,000 mark, with costs potentially increasing quickly depending on what customization options are selected. In contrast with the company’s other bikes, the Model A keeps things simple on the customization side of things – but this makes it super budget-friendly!

While many of the bike’s components come from overseas, the Model A (like all EBC bikes) is painted, assembled, inspected, and tested in the USA. When you support the Electric Bike Company, you’re also supporting an American brand with a personal, hands-on approach that stands behind its products by offering an excellent warranty.

Keep reading for more in-depth information on this cost-friendly cruiser in our review of the Electric Bike Company Model A!

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Canyon Torque:ON Review – First Look at a Downhill Beast

Canyon Torque:ON: E-Bike Meets Downhill

What has a 250W motor, the ability to go for five hours (or more) and can handle drops that would make elevators cower? That would be the new Torque:ON, a new model from the German company Canyon that bridges the gap between e-bikes and full downhill bikes.

With 170mm of travel in the rear and a 180mm travel fork, the Torque:ON has the pedigree of a serious downhill bike combined with the climbing ability of an e-bike. Who saw this coming? Not us.

Canyon is a German company that led the bike industry in developing direct-to-consumer sales. From including the tools a rider needs to assemble their e-bike to videos detailing assembly, few companies can claim to match Canyon’s efforts to make it possible to shop for an e-bike from the comfort of home.

With the Canyon Torque:ON, shuttle runs become a thing of the past, as does the need for a chair lift at a ski area. What that will do for the fitness of downhill racers may surprise us all. Downhill courses for e-bike racing will need to be longer than current downhill courses.

Let’s take a deeper look at what jumped out to the Electric Bike Report team with this remarkable e-bike.

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Ride1UP Revv 1 Review 2023 | The New Moto E-Bike King?

It rips! It roars! This moped-style e-bike brings the heat without breaking the bank.

Ride1UP Revv 1 Review
Moped-style e-bikes are decidedly on the rise, with more and more Super73 imitators releasing their take on the popular design with each passing day. It’s usually a bad idea to run late to the party – that is, unless you want to make a dramatic entrance. With the Revv 1, Ride1UP smashed through the front door, scattered the revelers on the dance floor, and cannonballed into the swimming pool! In this Ride1UP Revv 1 review, we wring out our shirts while we cover this moto-inspired e-bike’s specs and performance.

Where many e-bikes make you do a hefty chunk of the heavy lifting, the Ride1UP Revv 1 allows you to take it easy with a relaxed and comfortable ride. We think most riders are likely to operate the machine with just its throttle, but if you choose to use the bike’s pedals, you won’t have to worry about working up a sweat. With a single gear and a cadence sensor, the motor requires only a casual turning of the cranks to jump in and take over.

When that happens, look out! The Revv 1 can launch into motion and quickly get up to its (shipped) Class 2 speed limit of 20 miles per hour. Even the bike’s lowest pedal assist system (PAS) setting is capable of reaching fast speeds, making it practical for extending the distance a rider can go on a single charge of the battery. Ride1UP advertises a range of 30-60 miles, and we put that claim to the test!

With so much good, you might expect to pay a premium for the Revv 1, but you’d be surprised there, too. In typical Ride1UP fashion, the Revv is so competitively priced that we’re not sure how they get away with it.

To learn more about this radical, rippin’ roadster, read on to our full review of the Ride1UP Revv 1!

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Troxus Explorer Electric Bike Review, 2023

Adventure awaits on this highly-capable Class 3 e-bike with awesome power and speed!

Troxus Explorer Review 2023
With fat tire e-bikes being a dime a dozen these days (or rather, many dozens of dimes per single – but still all over the place), it can be difficult for newer e-bike brands to differentiate themselves from the competition. With only a couple of years under its belt and a catalog chock-full of fat tire e-bikes, it’s fair to say that Troxus has such a challenge with the Explorer. We dive into the bike’s features and take a look at what separates it from the rest in this Troxus Explorer review!

As a Class 3 e-bike with throttle power up to 20 miles per hour and pedal-assisted speed up to 28 mph, the Explorer is seriously expeditious! Its 750W rear hub motor has super-speedy acceleration and a responsive cadence sensor for quick access to its substantial power.

We’ve come to expect such speed from most fat tire e-bikes, but the Troxus Explorer kicks things up a notch by featuring a full complement of quality components. Shimano, Bafang, and Tektro: these are just a few of the big names we see on the bike’s spec sheet, and all make parts with demonstrated performance and reliability.

We were seriously impressed by the Explorer’s uphill capability when pedaling, too. It’s not uncommon for e-bikes to struggle in their lowest pedal-assist setting, but for us, the Explorer confidently handled hills even in PAS 1.

Read on for more details about the bike’s specs, performance, and general ride feel in our Troxus Explorer review!

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Ride1UP Turris E-Bike Review, 2023

Economical Explorer E-Bike with Desired Features

Ride1up Turris Review 2023
The Ride1UPTurris adventure e-bike certainly checks a lot of boxes off of what people want more of: comfortable sitting style for cruising and exploring, fits a lot of rider sizes, powerful motor, good battery range, quality components, and an economical price. When we started this review, It seemed too tall an order to deliver all of that on a budget, but looking at the rideability, quality and price of the New Ride1UP Turris, it appears that they pulled it off.

Whether you’re looking for a bike to commute daily for work or school, take a relaxing cruise on, or explore areas more closely on your off-time, the Turris has a lot in common with its more expensive counterpart e-bikes, but without the higher price. Examples include the powerful motor for passing impediments and climbing hills, halting via hydraulic disc brakes, a battery designed to go 50 miles, and suspension forks for a smoother ride.

This class 3 e-bike (throttle up to 20 mph and pedal assist up to 25 mph) has the look and feel of a big bike, with 27.5 inch wheels, and a large 19” step-thru frame. Wowing us with the details, we were a little skeptical about whether this bike can be what it was meant to be. If you’re looking for a full size e-bike to get around town, and beyond, and have a similar price point. then keep reading and find out if this is the e-bike for you.

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