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A much loved bike, bought brand new some twenty years ago and left chained up on Brighton seafront for six months in error, is back as a new and improved best buddy.
The time spent chained up on the seafront taking the brunt of last winter's weather had taken it's toll. The chain was like a straight piece of solid brown metal, the brakes were seized solid, the derailleurs were fixed in one shape, it was a sorry sight.
There was, however, still a lot of good bike remaining. Some pampering was required and some modernisation requested, and that's when Brighton E-bikes got involved.
After a full strip down, rust treatment and a polish, new bearings with fresh grease were fitted all round, a Bafang BBS01 250 watt mid-drive motor and a Samsung Lithium-ion battery were added, and it is now like a new and improved reincarnation of it's former self for 2016 and beyond.
Back in use everyday for another decade or two, but now making Brighton feel as flat as Amsterdam, it's a great example of how to get More Smile per Mile.
The time spent chained up on the seafront taking the brunt of last winter's weather had taken it's toll. The chain was like a straight piece of solid brown metal, the brakes were seized solid, the derailleurs were fixed in one shape, it was a sorry sight.
There was, however, still a lot of good bike remaining. Some pampering was required and some modernisation requested, and that's when Brighton E-bikes got involved.
After a full strip down, rust treatment and a polish, new bearings with fresh grease were fitted all round, a Bafang BBS01 250 watt mid-drive motor and a Samsung Lithium-ion battery were added, and it is now like a new and improved reincarnation of it's former self for 2016 and beyond.
Back in use everyday for another decade or two, but now making Brighton feel as flat as Amsterdam, it's a great example of how to get More Smile per Mile.
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Off to spend some time touring the picturesque French countryside, this beautifully retro styled Orlandi should fit in nicely amongst the farmers' classic old bikes.
Kitted out with a Bafang BBS01 36V 250W motor and 10.4Ah of quality Samsung battery cells it's a dream to ride. It's still an agreeably light bike with 8 speed nexus hub gear, it now feels like there is a constant tail wind everywhere you go.
On to the next vineyard with More Smile per Mile.
Kitted out with a Bafang BBS01 36V 250W motor and 10.4Ah of quality Samsung battery cells it's a dream to ride. It's still an agreeably light bike with 8 speed nexus hub gear, it now feels like there is a constant tail wind everywhere you go.
On to the next vineyard with More Smile per Mile.
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It was only a matter of time, and with off-road e-bikes gaining popularity all the time, an E-bike specific drivetrain was inevitable, and SRAM have recently presented a 1 X 8 with 11-42 offering in the form of SRAM EX1 that looks pretty handy.
We haven't seen it in the flesh yet, or a price list, but on paper it certainly looks to have good potential.
Click on the pictures below to read a great review providing all the low down by E-Mountain bike .com
We haven't seen it in the flesh yet, or a price list, but on paper it certainly looks to have good potential.
Click on the pictures below to read a great review providing all the low down by E-Mountain bike .com
Click the below image to link to E-Mountain bikes.com's review.
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A wonderful piece of Dutch 'people moving equipment', the Azor Frieland from Flying Dutchman. Sure, it is a weighty beast compared to most bikes, but then it can do things other bikes simply can not!
The guys at Azor know how to make bikes that are more than up to the job and will last a lifetime.
The one pictured above that Brighton E-bikes recently added a 250 watt mid-drive motor and battery kit to, commonly has a six year old child on the back and can carry up to thirty kg on the front. No wonder a little electric assistance doesn't go amiss for certain hills.
Below is a short subtitled video for those who want to see how they go about achieving such great quality and long lasting bikes. Very good ethos indeed.
Props to Flying Dutchman in Camden London, and Azor bikes, although I guess it shouldn't be any surprise, inspired by such a great cycling nation.
Click the Flying Dutchman logo below for more information.
The guys at Azor know how to make bikes that are more than up to the job and will last a lifetime.
The one pictured above that Brighton E-bikes recently added a 250 watt mid-drive motor and battery kit to, commonly has a six year old child on the back and can carry up to thirty kg on the front. No wonder a little electric assistance doesn't go amiss for certain hills.
Below is a short subtitled video for those who want to see how they go about achieving such great quality and long lasting bikes. Very good ethos indeed.
Props to Flying Dutchman in Camden London, and Azor bikes, although I guess it shouldn't be any surprise, inspired by such a great cycling nation.
Click the Flying Dutchman logo below for more information.
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Tipping the scales at under 18kg, this recent conversion of a Giant Rapid 3 was joy to work on.
#MoreSmileperMile
#MoreSmileperMile
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It is possible that higher powered electric bikes may be allowed on UK roads in the future, but under current law, any kind of electrically powered e-bike exceeding 250 watts in power is considered a moped and requires registration and insurance, amongst other legislations.
Do not be fooled by cute sales spiel, there are 'no grey areas' regarding on or off-road use. Unless on private land, a motor with a power rating above 250 watts cannot be used in the UK, full stop.
'Bike Biz' recently addressed this matter in their article by Carlton Reid. The complete article can be viewed by clicking the Bike Biz logo below.
Keep it legal, keep it safe and keep smiling.
Brighton E-bikes. More Smile per Mile :)
Do not be fooled by cute sales spiel, there are 'no grey areas' regarding on or off-road use. Unless on private land, a motor with a power rating above 250 watts cannot be used in the UK, full stop.
'Bike Biz' recently addressed this matter in their article by Carlton Reid. The complete article can be viewed by clicking the Bike Biz logo below.
Keep it legal, keep it safe and keep smiling.
Brighton E-bikes. More Smile per Mile :)
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The recently announced collaboration between Bafang and Browse and Hi-Tech Energy sees the creation of 'energy tubes', and makes Bafang a one stop shop for innovative e-bike solutions.
Click below on the 'Bike Europe' logo to read more.
#moresmilepermile
Click below on the 'Bike Europe' logo to read more.
#moresmilepermile
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The new 42 tooth Lekkie® Bling Ring for Bafang BBSHD motors.
80 GBP. Due in store Monday 14th March 2016.
80 GBP. Due in store Monday 14th March 2016.
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A far cry from a UK road legal EAPC, Danny Macaskill shows what manufacturers in other fields are achieving with new electric vehicle technology.
Duck to water springs to mind.
Plenty More Smile per Mile :)
Duck to water springs to mind.
Plenty More Smile per Mile :)
