Name: Easy Motion Nitro City Review
Item: Easy Motion Nitro City
Author: Court Rye

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2016 Easy Motion Nitro City Electric Bike Review

2016 Easy Motion Nitro City 500 Watt Dapu Hub Motor

2016 Easy Motion Nitro City Sr Suntour Ncx D Lo Lite Suspension Fork

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2016 Easy Motion Nitro City Backlighted Lcd Control Panel

2016 Easy Motion Nitro City Integrated Led Headlight

2016 Easy Motion Nitro City 48 Volt Battery Pack Samsung Cells

2016 Easy Motion Nitro City Rear Led Light And Rack

2016 Easy Motion Nitro City Downtube Battery Slot Gps Tracker Plate

2016 Easy Motion Nitro City Mobile App Home Screen

2016 Easy Motion Nitro City Mobile App Ride Settings

A speed pedelec capable of 28 mph top speeds in pedal assist mode, also has a twist throttle that can reach ~12 mph for moments when you need a break, extra large 504 watt hour battery pack with Samsung cells
Feature complete with plastic fenders, a chain guard, rear rack with reflectors and bungee cords as well as integrated LED lights powered off the main battery pack, great for commuting in any weather, day or night
Beautiful electronics integration including the downtube battery pack, compact hub motor (painted black to blend in) and thin display panel that's removable, all wires are integrated for cleanliness and protection
Only available in one frame size but the top tube is angled for easier stand-over, torque sensor is responsive when starting but delayed to cut out, throttle mode does not override assist, motor cable a bit vulnerable

Make:

Easy Motion

Model:

Nitro City

Price:

$4,399 USD

Body Position:

Forward

Suggested Use:

Commuting, Urban

Electric Bike Class:

Speed Pedelec (Class 3)

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Warranty:

2 Year Comprehensive, Optional 5 Year Upgrade When Registered (Does Not Include Battery)

Availability:

United States, Canada

Model Year:

2016

Total Weight:

56 lbs (25.4 kg)

Battery Weight:

5.9 lbs (2.67 kg)

Motor Weight:

6 lbs (2.72 kg)

Frame Material:

Aluminum Alloy

Frame Sizes:

19 in (48.26 cm)

Geometry Measurements:

19" Seat Tube, 23.5" Reach, 29" Stand Over Height

Frame Types:

High-Step

Frame Colors:

Grey and Black

Frame Fork Details:

SR Suntour NCX-D LO Lite Suspension with 60 mm Travel, Lockout and Rebound Adjust, 10 mm Skewer with Quick Release

Frame Rear Details:

10 mm Skewer with Quick Release

Attachment Points:

Fender Bosses, Rear Rack Bosses

Gearing Details:

30 Speed 3x10 Shimano LX Front Derailleur, Shimano XT Rear Derailleur, Shimano HG50 Cassette 11-36T

Shifter Details:

Shimano Deore Triggers on Left and Right

Cranks:

Cartridge Bearing Bottom Bracket, 48/36/26T Chainring Cluster

Pedals:

Anti-Slip Platform

Headset:

Tapered with Adapter

Stem:

Emotion Lite

Handlebar:

Flat, Carbon 3K

Brake Details:

Tektro Dorado Hydraulic Disc with 180 mm Front Rotor and 160 mm Rear Rotor, Tektro Dorado Levers with Motor Inhibitors

Grips:

Ergonomic Rubber

Saddle:

Selle Royal Freeway Gel

Seat Post:

Carbon 3K

Seat Post Length:

300 mm

Seat Post Diameter:

31.6 mm

Rims:

Aluminum Alloy, Double Wall

Spokes:

Stainless Steel, Black 13G

Tire Brand:

Schwalbe Marathon, 700 x 38c

Wheel Sizes:

28 in (71.12cm)

Tire Details:

Reflective Sidewall Stripes

Tube Details:

Schrader Valve

Accessories:

LED Battery Level Indicator on Battery Pack, Integrated Torque Arm on Rear Dropout, Integrated LED Lights Brasa Front and Roxeo Rear by Spanninga, Full Length Plastic Fenders with Mud Flaps, Finger Adjust and Extra Support Arms, Plastic Chain Guard, Rear Carry Rack with Pannier Blockers (25 kg Max Weight), Reflectors and Bungee Cords, Spring Loaded Kickstand, Bar-End Mirror, Flick Bell, Optional Cold Weather Battery Cover $35, Optional Bluetooth Module $149, Optional GPS Theft Recovery Module $249

Other:

Locking Removable Battery Pack, Quick Release Front and Rear Wheels with Quick Disconnect Cable on Motor, Shimano HG54 Chain, Shimano Hubs

Motor Brand:

Dapu

Motor Type:

Rear-Mounted Geared Hub

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Motor Nominal Output:

500 watts

Battery Brand:

Samsung

Battery Voltage:

48 volts

Battery Amp Hours:

10.5 ah

Battery Watt Hours:

504 wh

Battery Chemistry:

Lithium-ion

Charge Time:

5.5 hours

Estimated Min Range:

25 miles (40 km)

Estimated Max Range:

55 miles (89 km)

Display Type:

Removable, Monochrome, Backlit LCD

Readouts:

Speed, Battery Percentage, Total: (Distance, Time, Top Speed), Trip: (Distance, Time, Top Speed), Battery Level (5 Bars), Assist Level (0%, 30%, 50%, 70%, 100%)

Drive Mode:

Torque Sensing Pedal Assist, Twist Throttle (TMM4 Torque Sensor)

Top Speed:

28 mph (45 kph)(12 mph in Throttle Mode)

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The Nitro City is one of two 28 mph speed pedelecs offered by Easy Motion, and my personal favorite of the bunch because it delivers all kinds of commuting accessories. Wait, let me rethink that… it WAS my personal favorite in 2015 because it cost exactly the same as the Nitro Cross but had the extras. For 2016 the Nitro Cross has had a price drop of ~$400 and the Nitro City is feeling a bit pricey. You could probably buy your own fenders and carry rack for $400 and convert the Nitro Cross into something very similar to the Nitro City right?! In practice, you’d actually be missing out on some cool new features that are easy to overlook with the Nitro City. While the Nitro Cross has remained the same for 2016 (possibly because it didn’t sell super well and they had excess inventory?) the Nitro City has been upgraded with a larger battery pack offering 48 volts with 10.5 amp hours capacity vs. just 8.7 amp hours on the Cross. Also, you can charge the battery on or off the frame which is super convenient… something older Emotion models (and the Nitro Cross) don’t offer. And speaking of frames, the top tube is more angular now with a lower stand over height than 2015 making it easier for a range of riders to approach and maneuver. Both Easy Motion Nitro models only come in one standard frame size and both have aggressive stems and flat bars for an aerodynamic active ride.

If you’re someone who wants a quick commuting platform that will blend in with non-electric bikes then the Nitro City is a true stand out. It competes with other brands like Specialized that offer a more expensive, slower and less feature rich Turbo X model and Stromer that offers a much more expensive but quieter ST1 T offering regenerative braking and metal fenders but only 30% fewer gears. Yes, the Nitro City is a unique bike and one thing that really sets it apart is the addition of a twist throttle. I was frustrated to find that it only reaches ~12 mph with the throttle and that it does not override assist levels 1-4 (which is frustrating because you have to arrow down with the console to use it) but hey, hardly any other speed pedelecs have a throttle mode at all. Activating the bike and navigating the display is intuitive and I love that it’s backlit and that the LED Lights run off the main battery pack… everything is wired together for convenience. Both the display and battery pack can be removed to lighten the bike or for protection.

Considering the price point of the Emotion Nitro City hasn’t jumped at all since 2016 but you’re getting a larger battery, improved electronics with onboard charging, nicer looking frame that’s easier to mount and the same great warranty and distribution… I’m impressed. The bike does weigh about two pounds more than before and the motor power cable does still protrude from the axle instead of being tucked in behind the chainstay as with the newer EVO models but it’s a great bike overall. I love that the wheels both offer quick release systems (with the rear being a special proprietary lever) and have always enjoyed the responsive torque sensing pedal assist offered by the TMM4 strain gauge vs. on/off cadence sensing magnets. The motor does take a few moments to cut out but the addition of ebike specific brake levers make it instant and the upgraded Tektro Dorado hydraulic disc brakes work wonderfully. As noted in the video review, I’m not thrilled with the spring loaded kickstand because it seems to flip up too easily and the bike then falls over… but that’s part of a European legal requirement along with larger brake levers that have big ball ends to reduce hand slip and an adjustable side mirror to be mounted on the left bar. All in all, great upgrades here and this might be one of the last times we see any mainstream Class 3 speed pedelec with a throttle and I appreciate that it offers this mode, all without creating a busy crowded cockpit or extra wires and clutter. It’s a beautiful, capable ebike that could offer an excellent alternative to car or bus commuting… saving time and blending in.

Pros:

One of the few electric bikes available with both 28 mph speed pedelec performance and a twist throttle (note that throttle mode tops out at 20 mph and does not override assist)
Larger battery capacity than most of the other Emotion models, you get a 48 volt 11 amp hour pack with high density Samsung cells, this should help you go further and offset the increased drag forces of high speed operation
Fancy upgrades including carbon fiber seat post and handlebars as well as an air suspension fork to keep the bike light weight
With three chainrings up front and 10 sprockets in the rear offering 11-36 teeth, the bike is appropriately specced for high speed riding so you can keep up pedaling
Beautiful clean aesthetic, the battery is completely integrated into the downtube and paint matched, all wires including shifter, brake and electrical are internally routed through the frame
The rims, spokes and motor casing are all painted black to blend in, they look great and because the brakes are disc vs. caliper style the black paint on the rims won’t be marred over time
The battery locks securely to the frame and doesn’t seem to rattle as much as older models, the pack may be charged on or off the frame for convenience and has a small LED readout built in so you can see how full it is off the bike
Great accessory package for commuting including full length plastic fenders, chain guard, adjustable length kickstand, integrated LED lights and an oversized rear rack (rated for up to 55 lbs of cargo) with pannier blockers and bungee cords
The cockpit handlebar area of the bike is very clean and organized despite having trigger shifters on the left and right, I think the Emotion display helps a lot (and I like that it’s removable)
Reinforced angled top tube delivers strength and stiffness for great handling off-road but lowers the stand over height making the bike easier to mount and handle when stopped
Quick release on the front wheel and unique ratcheting quick release systems on the rear wheel as well, makes changing flats and doing maintenance easier… just be careful to align properly and not over-tighten since it uses a TMM4 torque sensor
Efficient 700x38c tires are smooth and quiet, they help to extend range but are firm so it’s nice that there is a suspension fork and the saddle is an upgraded gel model from Selle Royal, the bar is flat and pretty far forward for a more active ride but the grips are ergonomic and soft, consider a 31.6 mm Thudbuster or Body Float for even greater comfort on your spine and neck
Hydraulic disc brakes offer smooth, powerful stopping performance and the 180 / 160 mm rotors and integrated motor inhibitors give you control over the drive system and mechanical systems of the bike, these brakes are upgraded to Tektro Dorado vs. Auriga on other models
The battery uses high end 18650 Lithium Manganese cells from Samsung that are light weight and long lasting, excellent energy density here (lower weight, more power)
Solid warranty offering two years of comprehensive coverage and the option to upgrade to five if you simply register, good network of dealers and lots of compatible batteries out there if yours dies eventually (since most of the EVO models share the same design… but not necessarily the same color)

Cons:

The power cable going from the controller unit back to the hub motor enters through the right axle and just isn’t as protected as some of the newer EVO models where the wire enters from the left and passes behind the chain stays, if your bike tips this cable could get bent or broken more easily as a result and it just doesn’t look as nice
I’m not a huge fan of the spring loaded kickstand, it flips up very easily and sometimes that’s not what you want if you’re just moving the bike around in your garage, it doesn’t seem as stable as standard two position kickstands but was included based on European requirements (along with the huge brake levers that have ball-ends to avoid slipping off at higher speed)
Only available in one large frame size, high-step style and one frame color… this keeps costs lower but might exclude some riders with shorter legs, be careful mounting if you swing your leg around the back as the rack can be easy to clip with your leg
I love that you can charge the battery pack on or off the bike with the 2016 Nitro ebikes but it requires a special dongle adapter because the plugs are different and the bike-frame plug is positioned very close to the left crank arm which can collide with it and break it off if you back the bike up while charging BE CAREFUL!
If you purchase the optional Bluetooth module it completely replaces the LCD display but doesn’t have a display of its own so you have to use your phone… and that’s okay but there’s no charging port to keep your phone from draining rapidly as you use it for GPS etc.
No bottle cage mounting points on the downtube or seat tube which means you’ll need to add one to the seat post or saddle rails, wear a CamelBak or use a trunk bag like this with a bottle holster
The controller on this bike lets the motor run a second or two long after you’ve stopped pedaling, this reduces “surge” (the jerky feeling of power going up and down with each pedal stroke) but makes the bike feel unresponsive at times, thankfully the motor inhibitors in the brake levers are near-instant

Resources:

Official Site: http://www.emotionbikesusa.com/en/bicycles/ebikes/nitro-city-un406-us.html
More Pictures: https://goo.gl/photos/hRhQxSQDo2opFTHj9

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Laurence

8 years ago

With 48V battery and 500Watt motor will it reach 28MPH if the wheel is set to smaller size like 16.5″? The Nitro City can reach 28MPH with same battery voltage and motor outputs.

Court Rye

I’m not sure I understand Laurence? I believe the Nitro City is designed to reach 28 mph as-is. I’m not entirely sure what would happen if you change the wheels size to 16.5… it may go faster than 28 mph but it could also strain the motor and cause damage if your actual wheel size is greater than 16.5 like the factory size of 28″ I’d love to hear what happens if you try this out!

Len

Changing the wheel size doesn’t affect the speed. Top speed is dictated by motor rpm and controller setting. Changing wheel size only changes the distance on the odometer but doesn’t increase the top speed.

Arnold Andreae

Increasing wheel size will increase distance on the odometer but won’t change the “indicated speed”. But actual speed showed on a GPS will increase. More distance per wheel rotation in a same given time.

Taipan

Court, several countries in Europe (ex: Germany, Hungary, Sweden) have a dual classification for mopeds/scooters.

Class 1: max speed 45 km/h, 28mph, license plate + insurance + helmet; that would be your uncle’s Vespa/Kymco.
Class 2: max speed 25 km/h, 16mph, no license plate but insurance + helmet.

None of them allows a passenger btw, even if the seat did. “But wait that doesn’t explain the 20 km/h, 12 mph limit on this Nitro ?!?!” Well that’s because only the Class 2 (max 25 km/h) is allowed on bicycle path and in some countries, there is a secondary speed limit of 20 km/h on those dedicated bike paths for the safety of users including children. Welcome to the beauty of EU regulations ;-)

So BH probably implemented that lower 20 km/h to all its Nitro units to simplify administrative registration across EU countries (as in “it’s factory-capped to 20 km/h”), not to mention production and inventory management.

Interesting, thanks for sharing this Taipan! Note that we’ve introduced a new feature that streams in comments from YouTube so you can post there, in the EBR Forums or here on the post and it will all show up in the same area :)