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e-Moto Ecco 2.5 Electric Cruiser Bicycle
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Average Rating: 4.0 star rating (1 Reviews)
Our Price: $873.16 - $1,099.00
  • Zero-emission, power-assisted hybrid bike--ideal for commuting, errands, and pleasure riding
  • Travels an average of 25 miles per charge and up to 16 miles per hour depending on rider weight and conditions
  • 250-watt brushless hub motor runs on a premium 37-volt battery pack
  • VPAC (Variable Pedal Assist Controller) with built-in in torque sensor
  • Industry best 2-year electronics warranty (motor, battery and controller) and 10-year frame warranty
Product Description:
The e-Moto Ecco 2.5 step-through electric hybrid bicycle is ideal for commuting, shopping, or a leisurely ride in the park. It includes a sensor that feels how hard you are pedaling and instantly provides electric power to match your efforts as well as a thumb throttle that can bring it to top speed for an average of 20 miles. Easily remove the battery or charge it while it is on the bike with any traditional electrical outlet. The 37v system is ideal for steep hills and rolling terrain.
An good choice for commuters who want to get to work emissions free and for riders who want a fun way to get around town, the e-Moto Ecco 2.5 has a 250-watt brushless hub motor to help you up the steep inclines and allow you to travel at up to 16 miles per hour with ease. Running on a premium 37-volt battery pack, the Ecco 2.5 has a travel range of up to 25 miles per battery charge. Thanks to a built-in sensor, using the pedal-assist motor is easy--the sensor detects how hard you are pedaling and instantly provides electric power to match your efforts. When you stop pedaling the power to the wheel is interrupted so that you are always in total control of the bike.

Featuring a lightweight and strong aluminum frame with front suspension to absorb the bumps of road, and equipped with high-quality components including APSE V-type brakes, a Shimano Nexus 7-speed integral hub gear, and puncture-resistant Kenda Tires, the Ecco 2.5 is a pleasure to ride. Charge the easy to remove battery pack indoors or on the bike with any traditional electrical outlet. Backed by an outstanding 2-year electronics warranty covering the motor, battery and controller, and a 10-year frame warranty, you can't go wrong with the Ecco 2.5 from E-Moto for emission-free commuting and fun pleasure riding.

Key Features:

  • 25 mile range with pedal assist per battery charge
  • Speeds of up to 16 miles per hour with pedal assist or throttle
  • Comfortable step-through hybrid frame
  • Charge-anywhere battery pack

Components:

  • VPAC (Variable Pedal Assist Controller) with torque sensor
  • Front and Rear Derailleur: Disc
  • Shifters: Shimano TX-50
  • Crank: 44T
  • Cassette: Shimano Nexus 7-speed Integral Hub Gear
  • Brakes: APSE V-Type
  • Brake Levers: APSE

Body Specifications:

  • Frame material: Aluminum Alloy
  • Frame style: hybrid step-through
  • Fork: Zoom Suspension
  • Seatpost: Aluminum
  • Total Weight (including battery): 59 pounds
  • Chrome ABS Plastic Mudguards

Wheel Specifications:

  • Rim material: Aluminum
  • Spoke material: Stainless Steel
  • Tire Size: 26 x 1.75 inches
  • Tires: Kenda K-Series Reflective Puncture Resistant
  • Tubes: Kenda Self Sealing

E-Moto Brushless Hub Motor with Variable Pedal Assist Controller (VPAC)
Weighing just over 7-pounds, the hub motor installed on all e-Moto electric bikes is rated at a continuous output of 250-watts. The motor is sealed and has no internal wearing parts allowing for the ultimate in weatherproof, maintenance free operation. The VPAC (Variable Pedal Assist Controller) multi-speed controller uses an input signal from the bike's torque sensor to provide the power to the motor. The latest generation of VPAC controller offers 2 rider-selectable speeds of assist from the bike's dashboard. The low-speed controller setting limits the assist to 10-miles per hour or below--which helps your get up to speed quickly, and keeps lots of power in reserve for hill climbing, all while giving the rider a greater aerobic workout at cruising speed. The high setting provides full 15-mile per hour pedal assistance.

Motor and Battery Specifications:

  • Motor: 250-watt brushless hub motor with Single Planetary Gearing
  • Battery: 24-volt 10Ah Phylion Lithium Ion
  • Charger: 110-240v 2-Amp
  • Battery Weight: 10.85 pounds
  • Charging Cycles: 600+
  • Maximum Range: 25 Miles with pedal assistance

Blue
18-Inch Frame
$1,099.00
Silver
18-Inch Frame
$897.22
Customers' Reviews:  
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4.0 out of 5 stars.  single person golfcart, November 3, 2011
By Lewis Johnson
I bought this bicycle for use as a "single passenger golfcart" to get around campus. After about 6 months of use and a couple of hundred miles it has worked out fine. The motor assist kicks in when starting from a dead stop, or the wind kicks up against the direction you are riding. I suspect it would help on hills too, but this is Florida and we do not have hills. In the middle of the summer I can ride around campus while wearing a suit and tie without breaking a sweat at all. The top speed motor assisted is about 14 - 15 mph. The battery life and recharge speed have not been an issue for me riding it for 1 - 2 mile trips throughout the day.

Compared to my traditional bicycle, changing tires is harder with the motor on the front and the in-hub gear and connections on the rear. Also, the tubes must have the longer airstem due to the wheel design. The "pull" of the motor on the front wheel does take a little getting used to at first. There is an occasional vibration out of the motor, but a quick touch to the brakes seems to clear this up. It is a bit of a tank to pedal without the electric assist.

All in all, I would buy one again and feel it is a good value for what I paid.

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