Recent content by Styx81

So I bought it and thought I should give some feedback. I'm very happy with the bike. It's light and sleek/stylish and performs in line with my expectations, ie it's not the most powerful motor but I can get up rather steep slopes without sweating even though I have to put in some...

Perhaps I should clarify that it’s not about racing hills, but getting up paved hilly roads relatively effortless when commuting. As a 40 nm bike did it relatively easy I thought the Como SL would as well, but maybe I am mistaken. I’m 43 and not unfit.

Hmm, well I figure if 40 Nm on a Monark Bike can do it, a specialized with 35 Nm might be able to do it.

Alright, thanks... sounds concerning if the bike can't handle mild hills without modification.. I'm not against using a bit of my own legmuscles but I would like to be able to climb hills sweat free. The regular Como is at least 1k more expensive.

Is it still worth it to get a Como 5 SL in 2024, now discounted to ca 2000 Euro (or about 2100 USD)? Mostly for commuting in a somewhat hilly area. I like the looks of the yellow version, and I like the upright sitting. I don't need removable battery, even though I'm a bit concerned about costs...