Go Back  Bike Forums > Bike Forums > Electric Bikes
Reload this Page >

E-bike rookie seeks advice

Notices
Electric Bikes Here's a place to discuss ebikes, from home grown to high-tech.

E-bike rookie seeks advice

Old 10-21-09, 04:57 AM
  #1  
Newbie
Thread Starter
 
Join Date: Oct 2009
Posts: 1
Mentioned: 0 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
Quoted: 0 Post(s)
Likes: 0
Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts
E-bike rookie seeks advice

Hi all

After months of toying with the idea, I've finally decided to buy an electric bike but the big question is which one? I've been told lots of good things about the Kalkhoff Agattu but have also just found Wiggle's Technium Privilege which looks pretty similar...Can anyone offer any advice?
tigzy is offline  
Old 10-23-09, 12:01 AM
  #2  
eBiker
 
alfonsopilato's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: Toronto
Posts: 152

Bikes: CCM Moutain bike fitted with 408 Crystalyte motor, 48V 12 AH battery, 20 amp 48 v Crystalyte controller

Mentioned: 0 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
Quoted: 0 Post(s)
Likes: 0
Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts
I read about the Panasonic's smart Lithium ion integrated power assist management system.
Very nice and different from hub motor setup. Seems more efficient. Never tried it, but would love to get my hands on it.
alfonsopilato is offline  
Old 11-15-09, 10:26 AM
  #3  
Green Miles
 
Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: UK
Posts: 10

Bikes: Pro Connect e-bike, Dawes Galaxy

Mentioned: 0 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
Quoted: 0 Post(s)
Likes: 0
Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts
I bought the Pro Connect after quite a bit of research. It uses the same Panasonic system as the Aggatu. So far I am very pleased with it and it lives up to the review that A to B gave it: https://www.50cycles.com/pro-connect-...e-review.shtml

I also test rode the Trek Ride+ with the Bionx system :https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en/bikes/electric_bikes/# and found this very impressive. It was a tough choice between the two but went for the Pro Connect due to its good review and hill climbing ability but I could easily have gone for the Trek.
Barry Heaven is offline  
Old 11-18-09, 09:03 AM
  #4  
Senior Member
 
Join Date: May 2009
Location: NYC
Posts: 272
Mentioned: 0 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
Quoted: 1 Post(s)
Likes: 0
Liked 2 Times in 2 Posts
I don't see the Pro Connect available in the US?
dgk02 is offline  
Old 11-18-09, 10:53 AM
  #5  
Senior Member
 
Join Date: Oct 2009
Posts: 179
Mentioned: 0 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
Quoted: 0 Post(s)
Likes: 0
Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts
I can vouch for the BIonX system. I have it installed on my Xtracycle, and the system runs like a dream, giving a smooth silent ride. The torque sensor is especially nice, where it allows for hands free riding, and instead you use you feet to accelerate and decelerate.
Llamero is offline  
Old 11-19-09, 08:15 PM
  #6  
Member
 
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: Bethesda, Maryland (just outside Washington DC)
Posts: 32
Mentioned: 0 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
Quoted: 0 Post(s)
Likes: 0
Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts
+1 for Bionx (well, maybe +.8?) Mine is on a Bacchetta recumbent, and that combination with the torque sensor is a joy to ride. It does "lock up" occasionally and require a restart by pulling & reconnecting a cable, and the support from the company is limited. But I haven't been able to find anything like it. (Apparently Trek agrees.)

Charlie
https://ElectricCyclist.com
crichman is offline  
Old 11-20-09, 06:31 AM
  #7  
Senior Member
 
Join Date: Jul 2009
Posts: 54
Mentioned: 0 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
Quoted: 0 Post(s)
Likes: 0
Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts
Originally Posted by tigzy
Hi all

After months of toying with the idea, I've finally decided to buy an electric bike but the big question is which one? I've been told lots of good things about the Kalkhoff Agattu but have also just found Wiggle's Technium Privilege which looks pretty similar...Can anyone offer any advice?
A few questions:

-How much do you weigh?
-How much gear are you going to lug?(trailer maybee?)
-Is this a daily commuter, pleasure bike, or both?
-Do you own a bike currently that you enjoy?
-What is the terrain like in the areas you will be using the bike? Hilly, flat, bad roads, city ect...?
-What is your desired cruising speed?
-How much are you looking to spend?
-What is your mechanical knowledge?

As much information as possible. Its much easier to build or suggest an e-bike when you know exactly what the rider wants and needs the machine to do.
JerseyEbiker is offline  
Old 11-20-09, 04:05 PM
  #8  
Green Miles
 
Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: UK
Posts: 10

Bikes: Pro Connect e-bike, Dawes Galaxy

Mentioned: 0 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
Quoted: 0 Post(s)
Likes: 0
Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts
Originally Posted by dgk02
I don't see the Pro Connect available in the US?
Try this: https://www.kalkhoffusa.com/Articles.asp?ID=148
Barry Heaven is offline  

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are Off
Pingbacks are Off
Refbacks are Off


Thread Tools
Search this Thread

Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service -

Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.