German Elbike - Indiegogo

[Dylan S]

Hey all,

Just wondering if anyone has heard of this / has any insight on the bike or components? It appears that I could order a single-speed version of the ebike WITH belt drive for 1099 euros... still trying to figure out if that would include shipping to the States.

Obviously, with the company being based in Munich and me being in NYC, I'm a bit nervous about the lack of support should any of the components break down... however, seems like a great deal and I'm thinking about taking a risk and ordering one. Anyone have any thoughts?

https://www.getelbike.com/en/

https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/elbike-bike#/

 

[rich c]

Are they delivering bikes now? The Indiegogo ended Aug 2017. Really low torque motor.

 

[Dylan S]

According to their campaign updates, deliveries were delayed due to parts acquisition and are starting in April-May.

What are the practical applications of a low torque motor?

 

[rich c]

Single speed bike with a low wattage, low torque motor is pretty much limited to flat or slight grade changes on pavement. I'd be worried about a new company with a really simple bike, talking about parts acquisition trouble. I'd say that is code for some other kind of issues with an overfunded Indiegogo program.

 

[Nova Haibike]

It comes with Shimano "breaks." Yeah, that's a quality bike for sure.

 

[Dylan S]

A very similar model, this one from Denmark. No torque listed on this one either, but looks compelling.

https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/...ed-and-affordable-e-bike/x/13972495#/comments