Looking to 2015 (new ebikes to be released this summer/fall)

[DashRiprock]

Thank you. I can't imagine that a .1 amp and 5wh hour difference between the two batteries would make them 'non-interchangeable'...yet maybe I'm missing something. I'll ask Larry and report back.

 

[DashRiprock]

Meanwhile...who has the skinny on post#19 above? Is it simply a crapshoot as to when these products are released to the American market?

 

[Ravi Kempaiah]

Thank you. I can't imagine that a .1 amp and 5wh hour difference between the two batteries would make them 'non-interchangeable'...yet maybe I'm missing something. I'll ask Larry and report back.

Dash uses a down tube mounted battery.

Path plus uses a rear mounted battery.

These two are very different designs.

 

[DashRiprock]

Yep...and I hear that they're interchangeable ...so basically there's nothing in our way (now) besides figuring out how one will fit/strap/plug/play on to the other (when it gets here) which shouldn't be too difficult. I'm not as thrilled with the smaller tires/lack of adjustable suspension but 'one is none' when one breaks and I like the idea of a backup bike w/similar parts.

If the wife could sit on one that would be great yet we'll probably have to figure out what (regular) bike most fits the dimensions/seat/handlebars of the Path Plus and hit the store. I realize that this method is arse backwards yet I know that she likes the Dash and we can modify the Path+ to fit her when it's here. I wanted to order it (immediately) when I had a hunch that everything was basically the same as I feel that these bikes are the best deal going right now for those like us who don't want to spend the (extra) money on their first bike in 30 years.

I haven't pulled the trigger yet and wish that something would show up in this thread to (possibly) convince us otherwise (they'll release the bike she really needs next month...).

 

[Chris Nolte]

Meanwhile...who has the skinny on post#19 above? Is it simply a crapshoot as to when these products are released to the American market?

Bikes are generally released at and around Interbike which is in September. They are generally released the following spring, but that's not always the case. Brands generally try to forecast their inventory to last throughout the year, but sometimes they sell through early and release new models. Sometimes they don't sell through all the bikes and they delay the release so they don't get stuck with old inventory. I don't have a crystal ball, but I don't think you'll see much change in the next couple of months. Aside from the fact more Haibike and Felt will start shipping, but most of those bike spec's are out there already on the web.

I'll probably post the Felt specs sometime this week. I'll also try to update the forum with updates from Eurobike if I end up making it there. I'm planning on it, but still working out the accommodations. We can get to see the new stuff a couple weeks early from across the pond.

 

[DashRiprock]

Thanks, Chris...that was exactly what I was looking for and I appreciate the response.

 

[Admin]

Thanks, Chris...that was exactly what I was looking for and I appreciate the response.

Hi @DashRiprock, while I'm not sure of any new mid-year releases I do have several more reviews in the works and know that Volton is releasing a mid-drive Alation with the 8Fun BBS01 soon (or maybe it's already available). These bikes come in low step and high, have interchangeable batteries and you can also get a geared hub motor so you could have one of each type of bike.

A few other reviews in the works include BionX S 350 on a recumbent trike, some iGo bikes that are pretty impressive for the price (similar in design and performance to the Pedego City Commuter), some Evelo bikes, a Focus bike, Easy Motion EVO Eco Lite, two Lapierre mountain bikes with Bosch and a couple of ProdecoTechs. Keep an eye out... I'm trying to get more specific about what types of components are used (including motors) but that isn't always shared or published. Feel free to call it out in any reviews and I'll add it in

 

[bobolicious]

Who has released anything of note since the first of the year and what is the 'buzz' surrounding any new bikes to be released this fall/winter?

We're looking for my wife's first ebike (5'10; not a serious biker; wants to get moderate exercise; pedal assist/throttle ideal) and we will probably just get another Dash if nothing else is on the horizon, nobody has their pulse on the market (understandable) or if bike manufacturers simply don't release models ahead of each other to gain a competitive advantage.

Also, does anybody know what the 'gold standard' would be in regards to the direct drive type (gearless) motors similar to what is found on the Dash? I'm assuming that this motor is acceptable or good...but you always hear about these motors being made by the Chinese (almost exclusively). Is there a Bosch name out there in motors of this type...with the 3rd question being...who are the top 5 motor manufacturers of any type...period?

I prefer to build / put together my own E-Bike. The ones that are pre built are very very expensive. I personally use the Crystalyte hub motor( which I got on ebay from a respectfull person) I have had the motor for 5 years and it runs great still. All you have to do is buy a motor which runs about $600 , Controller about $200, Throttle $20, and battery is the most expensive. I use mid ranged / mid priced one at $1100. So if you add all that up that's $1920, So give or take just over $2000 for a brand new bike. You can use any bike you like. And the motor is not like the other ebikes 250, 500, 750 watt. The motor is 4,000 watt. Not 20+ mph it would be 40/50+ mph. So I am not real sure what your guys Dash bike cost but i seen a lot of the other pre built E-Bikes and they cost a lot. I would rather just build my own and know exactly what bike i use and even save money in the process. And its not that hard at all to put them together. Took me about 20 mins the very first time i put mine together. half of that time was assembling my new bike.

 

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