Thursday, January 5, 2012

Currie EZip Eco Ride Electric Bike

Currie EZip Eco Ride Electric Bike Review



Currie EZip Eco Ride Electric Bike Feature

  • Electric bike with 250-watt DC Earth magnet motor for assisted riding
  • Range of 15 to 22 miles per charge; top speed of 15 miles per hour
  • TAG-PAS pedal assist system and removable lithium-ion battery pack
  • Suspension fork, suspension seat post, and comfortable saddle
  • Exclusive Currie aluminum frame; 240-pound weight limit; weighs 54 pounds
Bicycles are a terrific mode of transportation, but sometimes you just need a little extra push while getting around town. Enter the EZip EcoRide electric bike, which is equipped with a 250-watt DC Earth magnet motor and a removable lithium-ion battery pack. Far cleaner than gas-powered scooters but zippier than a traditional bike, the EcoRide will get you from point A to B in no time at all, but won't guzzle gas or belch pollutants in the process. The battery offers a range of up to 15 to 22 miles per charge, so you can make it back and forth to the grocery store multiple times without running low on power. And once you're on the road, the EcoRide boasts a top speed of 15 miles per hour (contingent on rider weight)--plenty fast enough for most bike-friendly city streets. Is the market too far to walk but close enough that a car seems wasteful? Turn to the EcoRide, which comes with a rack on the back to carry groceries or other gear.

The EcoRide is powered by both the electric motor and good old-fashioned foot power, with an easy-to-use TAG-PAS pedal assist system helping propel you forward. The TAG-PAS system allows you to power the bike without pedaling at all, or you can use your legs to significantly increase your range and vary your speed. As a result, you can get as much or as little exercise as you desire (in hilly terrain, pedaling may be required). The bike is also extremely comfortable, with a suspension fork, suspension seat post, and comfortable saddle to soak up the bumps. Plus, recharging the battery couldn't be easier. Just park and lock the bike and carry the battery pack indoors. Other features include wide comfort street tires, alloy linear pull brakes, and SRAM grip shifters.



The EcoRide's electric motor and pedal assist system help propel riders forward.
Specifications:
  • Motor: 250-watts DC Brushed Earth magnet motor
  • Battery: Lithium-ion, rack-top-mounted, 24-volt/10 Ah pack, 3.7-volt (7) rechargeable cells, advanced BMS
  • Charge system: UL-listed lithium-ion Smart Charger with LED status display
  • Top speed: 15 miles per hour (contingent on rider weight, rider input, and terrain)
  • Range: 15 to 22 miles with normal pedaling (contingent on rider weight, rider input, and terrain)
  • Drive: Patented Currie Electro-Drive system, Shimano Altus rear derailleur, SRAM grip shift, Shimano 7-speed freewheel
  • Brakes: Alloy linear pull brakes with alloy brake inhibit levers
  • Wheels: Alloy front QR hub, alloy 26-inch rims
  • Tires: Currie Comfort tires, 26 x 2.0 inches
  • Handlebars: Low-rise bar and alloy adjustable angle stem
  • Fork: Suspension with fender eyelets
  • User controls: On/off switch, easy-access charger port in removable battery pack, twist throttle with PAS function and battery gauge
  • Saddle: Comfort design, alloy micro-adjust suspension seatpost
  • Frame: Exclusive Currie aluminum, bottle bosses, fender and rack mounts
  • Crank and pedals: Alloy 44T crankset, double chainguard, resin dual-sided pedals
  • Size: Low step thru (unisex)
  • Rider age: Young adult to adult
  • Weight limit: 240 pounds
  • Weight: 54 pounds
  • Warranty: 1 year

About Currie Technologies
Dr. Malcolm Currie, the former chairman of Hughes Aircraft and Delco Electronics, founded Currie Technologies Inc. in 1997 based on his conviction that someday, in the near future, hybrid and electric vehicles would become increasingly important for fundamental economic and environmental reasons. Ten years of sustained experience makes Currie Technologies an acknowledged leader in the business. Its battery technologies include everything from sealed lead acid to nickel metal hydride to the newest and lightest weight lithium-ion battery systems. Currie Technologies utilizes its own factory and design team, who work in conjunction with an international research team to constantly create new designs and respond to market needs.

Bicycles are a terrific mode of transportation, but sometimes you just need a little extra push while getting around town. Enter the eZip Eco Ride electric comfort bike, which is equipped with a 450-watt DC earth magnet motor and a 24-volt Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery. Far cleaner than gas-powered scooters but zippier than a traditional bike, the Coastline will get you from point A to B in no time at all, but won't guzzle gas or belch pollutants in the process. The battery offers a range of 15 to 22 miles per charge, so you can make it back and forth to the grocery store several times without running low on power. And once you're on the road, the Eco Ride boasts a top speed of 15 miles per hour (contingent on the rider weight)--plenty fast enough for most bike-friendly city streets. Is your work commute too far to walk but close enough that a car seems wasteful? Turn to the Eco Ride, which comes with a rear rack to carry groceries and other gear.


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