![]() From integrated LED lights that run off the main battery pack to a cafe style frame lock, full length plastic fenders with mud flaps, a seat post suspension, upgraded Wellgo platform pedals and a standard gauge rear rack it will get the job done rain or shine, night or day and it’s extremely fast… As a Class 3 speed pedelec it’s capable of hitting 28 mph in the highest level of assist when pedaling with the higher gears. For shops or maintenance departments the wheel design is a true blessing and given the long history of Currie Tech / IZIP which is now owned by the Accell Group out of Europe, you can rest assured that you’ll get support, replacement parts and warranty coverage for years to come.The E3 ProTour is one of the coolest looking ebikes in the entire 2016 lineup from IZIP because the battery is integrated, the circular motor hides behind the chainring and you get every sort of accessory you could ever want to make it the perfect commuting platform. Virtually anyone could hop on this thing, figure out how to use the computer relatively quickly and enjoy a short ride. I’m glad this bike offers throttle only mode because some riders (especially those with high heels or extra cargo being balanced by one hand) may not want to pedal.Īll things considered, this is a very cool electric bike! While it’s the heaviest current-gen IZIP bike I’ve tried, it’s also the heaviest duty. You can switch from pedal assist to throttle mode, activate the lights or set up cruise. ![]() The break-out button panel on the left handle bar makes interacting with the bike quite easy, even when riding. It lists your speed, battery capacity and estimated range for each level of assist. The LCD multi function computer console is easy to read in daylight and backlit for morning or night time use. I could see myself strapping some papers or supplies to the rear rack but I’d probably carry my laptop in a backpack just to be safe ) The fenders, chain guard, LED lights and bell would all come in handy and make the bikes accessible despite varied weather or time of day (those after-dinner meetings). The Twn:exp would fit in an environment like this perfectly and it’s skinnable so companies or organizations can add a touch of fun or branding. I loved the custom colors and designs of the bikes they had there but you had to take a class to ride the Segway so it got less use. In 2007 I worked at Google in Mountain View, CA and we had some regular fleet bicycles and a Segway to use between campuses. There are two bungee straps for securing papers or other basic items. The rack itself is functional but less rugged than a metal design with rails. The battery is removable for charging or storing off the bike (in extreme weather conditions for example) and has a key and latch just under the rear rack as shown below. It’s easy to forget this thing is an electric bike at all given the hidden drive components. It’s one of the strongest and largest packs I’ve tested and it’s completely hidden inside the rear rack. The battery on this bike uses high quality Lithium-ion cells in a 48 volt 10.4 amp hour configuration. ![]() Since the wheels on this bike are a bit smaller you also benefit from improved mechanical advantage with the hub motor design. The high torque design means there’s more magnets inside the motor and adds a bit of extra weight. It’s also relatively quiet and very smooth thanks to the multi-sensor design that makes pedal assist less jerky than some older generation IZIP electric bikes. Being gearless, it has fewer parts that can wear out over time and considering its location, the motor should last and last. The motor in use here is a high torque 400 watt direct drive (gearless) design that’s built right into the rear wheel. The slimed tires will self seal if punctured, the cast aluminum rims don’t ever need to be trued and the battery and motor are completely enclosed and cut off from the elements. Its small 20″ wheels keep weight low to the ground and make mounting a cinch when combined with the step-thru frame. While many of the other IZIP ebikes could also be great for rentals (the Zuma and Path+ come to mind as being comfortable, easy to use and available in multiple sizes), the beauty of the Twn:exp is that it only needs to come in one frame size because the seat and stem are so adjustable. Essentially, it’s the IZIP fleet bike and rental offering. The IZIP Town Express or “Twn:exp” is designed to provide a comfortable ride to a wide range of users (tall, short, light and heavy) and hold up well despite neglect or less than perfect conditions. ![]()
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