Kalkhoff Agattu B7
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I got a B7 about a month ago. I love it. Expect you will too. I paid a little more to have them swap out the 400 kWh battery for the 500 because I wanted the extra range, and the shop threw in a pair of good metal pedals (I was the store's first customer). Let us know how things work out.
Still waiting.
Well, I took delivery of my Aggatu a couple of evenings ago and this morning was my first chance to go for a ride. I just went about 8 miles around my community. I first peddled a 1 mile circut with the assist in the off position. Worse than a regular bike because of the weight and possibly drag. Then tried eco. Felt close to a regular bike. Then tried tour. Felt most comfortable and noticed that I didn't notice hills any longer. Tried sport. Of course pepier, and turbo very peppy. I was a little disappointed that I had to really spin to get up to the top assisted speed of 20 mph, even in 7th gear. Wondering if I will miss that 8th gear of the B8. Won't know about this speed thing till I ride with some of my friends. I was very happy with the range numbers after my ride. So I don't believe I will be missing the larger battery. Finally, I like the bell and the color is sea blue, but looks pure black to me.
The bell is a nice touch. And as far calling it blue... That's a mystery. Not sure what you mean by "had to really spin to get up to the top assisted speed of 20 mph..."
I'll keep that in mind as I put mileage on, but I'm still hurting from the initial cost of the purchase, although I believe the Aggatu B7 was a good buy. Who knows, after a few thousand miles.
rannyv
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Kalkhoff makes sound bikes. The cog is pretty cheap - especially if you are comfortable with DIY. I had a bike with an Alfine 8 speed and with the right cog, it had no problem cruising in the high 20's with a comfortable cadence. As I recall, I attempted swapping the cog myself and it was such a chore, I brought it to the bike shop.
May I ask what your range numbers are? I just ordered the same bike but won't be able to ride until the snow goes away.
Thank you.Hi Marjorie,May I ask what your range numbers are? I just ordered the same bike but won't be able to ride until the snow goes away.
Like you, I bought my bike too late in the season thinking I would have some good rides in the Fall, but it just rained and rained. I don't remember my mileage from my very few rides this past Fall and don't want to mislead you. I do remember that I was pleased with the range and I have the 200 battery. Good luck to you. I know it's probably hard for you having the bike and not being able to ride due to the weather. Maybe we can catch up in the spring.
Well, I went for my first ride on the Kalkhoff.... a bit disappointed. The computer (it has the upgraded Intuitive) didn't work - easy fix. But the gearing was kind of crazy. Does this have super easy gears? It felt like 1,2, & 3 were just spinning? Then number 6 just clunked and banged and spun then clunked some more - didn't work at all. The shop says they are working just fine. Any tips? .... update, I found a youtube video on adjusting the gears and have done this. It appeared to have been necessary. Hopefully I'll be able to ride again tomorrow to check it out.
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