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What About Bosch? Breaking Down Bosch E-Bike Drive Units, Batteries, and Displays
Bosch is one of the three most common e-bike systems on the market. They're in a majority of the bike brands we carry, and we love them for their reliability, functionality, and power. There are plenty of motor types and batteries to choose from, and they all have benefits to consider when choosing your e-bike.
Bike Brands We Carry With Bosch:
Benno
Diamondback
Gazelle
IZIP
Haibike
RaleighShop Electric BikesBosch Motors Explained
Bosch operates their displays and motors base
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Jul 21st 2021
Review of the Affordable Serfas Dart 500 and Magnum Cosmo E-Bike
The Serfas Dart and Magnum Cosmopolitan are two versions of pedal-assist/throttle combination e-bikes. While they have similar features, both have their own distinct riding style.
First, let’s break down the specification differences between each model:Serfas eDart 500WhMagnum CosmopolitanClass Class 2 (Throttle: 20 mph) & Class 3 (Pedal Assist: 28 mph) Class 1 (Pedal Assist: 18 mph) &
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Jun 24th 2021
Video: How to Easily Inspect and Clean E-Bike Brake Pads
In most cases, you likely won't need to pull apart your hydraulic brake pads yourself. If you're unfamiliar with brake maintenance and repair, we suggest you have your bike serviced at your local shop.
For those of you who are brake-savvy and need a guide to glance at, Magnum Bikes' video will show you how to remove, clean, and reinstall your e-bike's pads and brakes with ease (and a little elbow grease).
Tools You’ll Need:
60-80 Grit Sandpaper
Micrometer
Isopropyl Alco
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Jun 7th 2021
2021 Diamondback Response Overview | Electric Bikes Explained
Diamondback breaks down the premium features and design of their latest e-bike, the Response.
Classic mountain bike look with wide handlebars and front suspension.
Class 3 Bosch Performance Line Speed mid-drive motor with support up to 28 mph. Varying levels give you more or less power as you need.
The Shimano Drivetrain provides good, dependable shifting that works when you want to shift gears.
Schwalbe Super Moto X Plus Tires are compatible with tubeless tires. Their si
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May 26th 2021
8 Golden Rules For Your Gazelle Bike Battery
"How much do I need to care for my e-bike's battery?"
While you don't need to be an expert in electricity to care for your battery, there are some general rules you should follow to keep your bike in tip-top shape.
Gazelle has lined up 8 of the most important rules for maintaining your battery:1. Read The Manual
We read manuals all the time and trust us, there is some valuable information packed in those tiny booklets.2. Store Your Battery At Room Temperature
Fluctuating tempe
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May 20th 2021