The driving force of electricity: TOP-5 bicycle hybrids

Under the leadership of the Airwheel brand, a huge range of personal electric vehicles for the urban cycle of movement is produced. These are unicycles, and electric scooters and bicycle hybrids, to which the popular R3 + model is included.

The electric bike was created by a specialist for a big city. Judge for yourself, the folding design significantly increases the mobility of the bike, and the driving performance of the model is quite enough to feel confident in the general flow on the road (at least on the unhurried central streets). The frame, handlebars and even pedals are subject to folding in the design of the Airwheel R3 +, thanks to which the bike fits into the trunk of most cars and fits into the weight and size indicators of luggage allowed in public transport.

The bike is suitable for people weighing up to 100 kg. On a single tank of its 6 Ah battery, the rider can travel up to 30 km in pure electric mode and over 100 km when the electric drive is connected to help pedaling(for example, when driving uphill). With only one gear to move forward, the electric motor comes to the rescue of the "rider" of the bike in many situations. In the “gas to the floor” mode, the bike “rushes” along the streets of a big city at a speed of up to 20 km / h.

One of the crown "chips" of the model is the presence of a USB port on board, which serves to recharge mobile gadgets "on the go". Moreover, the bike’s battery is made removable – upon arrival at the destination, it can be “undocked” from the frame, which simplifies the charging process. Afterwards, the bicycle hybrid is equipped with a rear shock absorber, mechanical disc brakes, a folding footboard and a guard on the chain. This nice little thing adds pluses to the model in the eyes of potential buyers.

The LikeBike Shark “Shark” bicycle hybrid is a “two-wheeled horse” from the station wagon category, which demonstrates confident driving qualities both in the urban cycle of movement and when riding over rough terrain.

The model is assembled on a strong aluminium frame weighing about 24 kg and put on 27.5-inch wheels, “shod” in Kenda rubber. They provide the bike with a good roll on asphalt and reliable grip on dirt trails. At the head of the body kit of the bike hybrid is a 24-speed transmission of the basic level from Shimano, which allows you to flexibly dose the efforts of pedaling depending on the road situation and the terrain where the cycling route runs.

Strength in overcoming long climbs gives the bike a 250-watt electric motor. It can act as an independent driving force and provide unbearable assistance in pedaling. Under perfect conditions, one "refueling" of the battery tanks is enough to conquer a 60-kilometer stretch of track. However, in reality, everything depends on many factors: the weight of the rider, the chosen speed of movement (up to 25 km / h), the strength of oncoming wind flows, etc.

The bike ride data is recorded in real time by a regular bike computer installed on the LikeBike Shark handlebar. In addition, its LCD-screen displays the level of remaining battery charge. A depleted battery will need to be kept plugged in for about 6 hours. Also on the steering wheel there was a place for control knobs for hydraulic disc brakes, which give many times more confidence on the road. Finally, the model gets another plus in karma for the shock-absorbing front fork, which smooths out the bumps in the roadway under the wheels of the bike.

The fatbike category is the best thing that has happened to bikes designed to conquer off-road. They are easily recognizable among two-wheeled peers by their wide tyres, which form a large contact patch between the bike wheel and the roadway.

Maxxter Allroad is doubly passable: first of all, when traveling over rough terrain, the aforementioned wheels are included in the work, and the electric drive connected to the rear axle becomes the second in line in conquering soft soils and sandy trails. The motor automatically gives "gas" at rotation of pedals. The degree of his assistance is selected from three levels of force from the control panel, which is located on the steering wheel.

For the sake of affordability, the bike was equipped with a base-class Shimano chassis. It provides the user with 6 gears. Upgrading an electric fatbike is possible with any other attachments - everything depends on the rider's "Wishlist" and the thickness of his wallet. “In the base”, the model also received mechanical disc brakes under the Sparkle brand name and a front spring-elastomeric fork. But there is no rear shock absorber in the arsenal of the bicycle hybrid, which is why potholes and bumps on a bad road are clearly felt by the fifth point.

As for the power reserve on the electric drive, it is on average enough to overcome the half-marathon distance, after which the battery will be asked to replenish energy reserves. In time, this process stretches for 8 hours. To control the residual charge, the "rider" is invited to resort to the "lamp" indication on the remote control. From it, the front lighting equipment is controlled and an audible signal is given. The model occupies a high position in the SUV segment, costs adequate money and has an acceptable level of driving comfort, which is required from a good fatbike.

The history of the German company Kreidler goes back to the end of the 19th century. The active implementation of new technologies is called upon to strengthen the brand's position in the modern bicycle market. In particular, those related to electric traction, which can be seen on the example of the Vitality Eco 2 bike.

The appearance of this bicycle hybrid is dominated by retro features of the image. However, its modern ins and outs are immediately given by an electric drive installed directly on the carriage. The 250W motor is used to assist pedaling by reducing pedaling effort. The electric motor is accompanied by a capacious 11 Ah battery, fixed right there on the seat tube.

The protagonist of the Kreidler Vitality Eco 2's attachment squad is the 7-speed planetary hub on the rear axle. The ability to distribute physical activity will play into the hands for easier climbing or movement against oncoming air currents. The front and rear brakes of the model of the same type are mechanical rim "vi-breaks". The bicycle is equipped with full-size fenders, lighting equipment and a regular bike computer on the handlebars.

The velobike uses an open frame receiver, which makes the model closer to the women's category of "two-wheeled horses". The bike is particularly proud of the level of ride comfort provided. The reason for this is a comfortable fit with adjustable stem, effective smoothing of road surface irregularities (saddle cushioning, coupled with a spring-elastomer front fork) and large rolling wheels of the 28th diameter. A stone in the garden of the model is a solid weight (over 25 kg), which is why not every woman will be able to cope with the “delivery” of the bike home up the stairs in the entrance.

Not every bike rider will be ready to pay a tidy sum for a “two-wheeled horse”, comparable to the price tag for a used foreign car. But if you have already decided to purchase an expensive miner, take a look at the French Lapierre Overlot XC 500+ 2018 frame M.

The model is one of the heads of the family of two-suspension : the front air-oil fork with a travel range of 120 mm and a lockout mechanism, as well as the rear air suspension (also with the ability to turn off the shock-absorbing system) are occupied in smoothing out the unevenness of the roadway in the design of the bike. Add here an ergonomic seat and a straight handlebar with stem adjustment - as a result, we have a ready-made solution for conquering cross-country race tracks.

Out of the box, the bike is equipped with high-end attachments from the Shimano XT and SLX series. If the bike is registered on the official website, the manufacturer provides a two-year warranty for the body kit. Also, the first owner is given a 5-year warranty on the aluminium frame, which once again proves the high quality of manufacturing and assembly of the model.

Perhaps the main distinguishing feature of the Lapierre Overlot XC 500+ 2018 frame M is the 250 W electric motor put into service. It is connected directly to the bottom bracket and is used to assist pedaling. Electricity is supplied to the motor from a battery mounted on the frame. You can drive away on electric traction in the mode of aiding pedaling up to a distance of 50 km from the starting point. The guarantors of a short braking distance of the bike are hydraulic disc brakes. Complementing the overall positive picture of the model is a regular bike computer on the steering wheel. With such rich decoration, the hybrid bike is destined to take positions near the top of the Olympus of high-performance full-suspension.