Evelo's latest Aries Mid-Drive and Hub Bikes

[cuwatra]

Anyone own one of these full suspension comfort bikes? They are a unique cross between MTB looks and cruiser sensibilities and comfort. The Mid-drive bike includes a 48-volt, 11.6 amp hour battery and also includes a continuous variable transmission (NuVinci CVT) a nice color display and a throttle but no torque sensing, fenders or rear rack. I'm interested but wonder a little about the smallish 11.6AH battery and full suspension for what is ostensibly a beach cruiser. Feedback would be very much appreciated.


Mid-Drive with Bafang 750W BBS02 motor ($3300):

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Hub Drive with Bafang 750W Hub motor ($2300):

Aries Hub

With its full suspension frame, sporty rear-hub motor, and comfortable riding position, the EVELO Aries sets the standards for an all-round electric bike.

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[kmccune]

Try the hub motor if you can, the thing is I see all these Chaps headed for the most power and speed, if you are cruising the Hub drive will be fine and the full suspension smooths out the ride considerably. If you pedal that battery will take you a good ways- the way I like to use battery power is just watch it when at 55% or 60% head back if you have some hard pedalling ahead.I have heard there are some generous controllers that will give you assistance till the battery is completely drained( not recommended)