Total Weight:
50 lbs (22.67 kg)
Battery Weight:
5.5 lbs (2.49 kg)
Motor Weight:
8 lbs (3.62 kg)
Frame Material:
Aluminum Alloy
Frame Sizes:
18 in (45.72 cm)Geometry Measurements:
(Top Tube Horizontal 621 mm, Head Tube Length 150 mm, Seat Tube Center to Top 450 mm, Chain Stay 430 mm, Wheelbase 1138 mm)
Frame Types:
Mid-Step
Frame Colors:
Red with Black Accents
Frame Fork Details:
SR Suntour XCR-LO Suspension with 100 mm Travel and Lockout
Attachment Points:
Fender Bosses, Rear Rack Bosses
Gearing Details:
30
Speed 3x10 Shimano Deore Front Derailleur, Shimano XT Rear DerailleurShifter Details:
Shimano Deore Triggers on Left and Right Bar
Cranks:
Shimano Deore, 11-36T
Pedals:
Aluminum Alloy Antislip
Headset:
FSA, Tapered Head Tube
Handlebar:
Aluminum Alloy, Emotion Cross Low Rise
Brake Details:
Tektro Auriga E-Comp Hydraulic Disc with 180 mm Front Rotor and 160 mm Rear Rotor, Tektro Auriga E-Comp Levers with Motor Inhibitor
Grips:
Velo Flat Rubber with Lockers
Saddle:
Emotion Lite Plus
Seat Post:
Aluminum Alloy
Seat Post Length:
350 mm
Seat Post Diameter:
31.6 mm
Rims:
Evolve Aluminum Alloy, Double Wall
Spokes:
Stainless Steel
Tire Brand:
Schwalbe Rapid Rob 27.5" x 2.25"
Wheel Sizes:
27.5 in (69.85cm)Tube Details:
Schrader Valve
Accessories:
LED Battery Level Indicator on Battery Pack, Neoprene Wire Organizer on Left Chain Stay, Integrated Torque Arm on Rear Dropout
Other:
Model EV605, Locking Removable Battery Pack, Quick Release Front and Rear Wheels with Quick Disconnect Cable on Motor, Tapered Headtube
Jack
9 years agoFor others reading this review, the point Court was making about lack of bottle storage is nicely addressed by an Evo 29’er owner, J.R., in the Community section of Court’s website. You’ll find it here: https://electricbikereview.website/community/threads/alt-water-bottle-holder.2073/#post-37419
Court, thanks again so much for helping me refine my ebike choices. One Q for you: the Evo 27.5 and 29 are so very similar, yet you did rate the 27.5 slightly higher than the 29 (10 vs. 9.5). Since I’m 6′ & 170#, I’m estimating either size could work for me. Can you recall what seemed to move the 27.5 rating a bit higher? While some of the components differ in brand name, they don’t seem to differ in performance. Or perhaps they do?
ReplyCourt Rye
9 years agoAwesome, thanks for the link to the community Jack! Yeah, there are adapters for bottle cages on the seat tube or downtube as well as some other adapters that clip onto the saddle rails :)
Regarding the EVO 27.5 vs. the 29, I do think the larger wheels would be a great choice for you (given your height). I like 29ers alright and the EVO series is solid but the components did change a bit if I recall and there was a bit less power given the larger diameter and use of a hub motor vs. mid-drive. I may have reviewed the 29er later in the year and had more sensitivity around the torque sensor activating based on chain bounce and not pedaling and been harsher in my scoring for that reason. It has been a while… I expect to cover Easy Motion models again this year and will try to be more consistent or clear on differences :)
ReplyJared Oelderink Wale
9 years agoHi Court, I’m a little torn between the evo 27.5 and the evo 29. They seem the same to me, but I see you have an extra half star for the 27.5.
Whats the reason for this? why do you think it is a better bike ?
Thanks, Jared.
ReplyCourt Rye
9 years agoHi Jared! Great question, the two bikes are very similar… I think I rated the 29er a touch lower because the larger wheels require more energy to turn and both models have the same size motor, by the time I reviewed the 29″ model I had discovered more of the chain bounce pedal assist activation and being more critical of it. If I were considering between the two bikes I would determine whether you like the feel of larger wheels and want the frame lifted higher off the ground. If you’re taller, the 29″ could be a winner because I believe the frame is also larger at 19.5″ vs. 18″ on the 27.5″. I hope this helps and I apologize for not being super clear.
ReplyPJ
8 years agoCourt, you are awesome! Not sure if you’ll respond in time but I’m wondering if you’d take this bike over the Stromer ST 1? I have a great deal on both these bikes right now. I’m wondering if the higher weight/power in the Stromer might feel the same as this with the lower weight/power??
ReplyCourt Rye
8 years agoHi PJ! It depends on how you ride… I love mountain bikes because the tires and suspension provide a lot of comfort and since ebikes go faster and typically I ride further on them it’s nice to have comfort. The Easy Motion models tend to go ~23 mph in pedal assist while the ST1 might go ~27 so you’re losing a bit of speed there. I love how quiet and sleek Stromers are but they do weigh a LOT because of the gearless hub motor. The advantage is that you get regenerative braking… It really comes down to how you plan to ride. If I bought a Stromer I’d definitely get a Thudbuster or Body Float though. Just make sure you can still reach the pedals because these seat posts raise the seat somewhat.
ReplyJohn Karl
8 years agoHi, Love your site! And I love this bike! I’ve had it for about three weeks. Just curious: How did you find the amp hours of the battery? I don’t find that anywhere on the battery itself or in any of the manuals.
My only two criticisms of the bike would be these:
Other than that, I love this bike! It’s allowing me to commute to work and get plenty of exercise. Without the electric assist, it would be too far to ride. Love the bike!
ReplyCourt Rye
8 years agoHi John! I completely agree with your two points. Many ebikes these days offer 10 or 11 gears and only one front sprocket. It saves weight, cuts down on cost and often times allows for a chain guide so you don’t drop it on bumpy terrain. The charging dongle thing is an issue I try to mention in reviews because yeah, it’s easy to lose and frustrating if you forget and just extra screwing around. So glad that you’re enjoying the bike thought! And as for the battery pack, I divide the watt hour rating by the voltage to get an amp hour approximation. Often times manufacturers will list the exact specs in technical documentation online or I can ask in person when I visit. Easy Motion is a bit tricky because their batteries have been changing over the years and some look the same but are actually different sizes. I believe my measurements here are accurate :)
ReplyChip
5 years agoDoes anyone know how to remove the back tire on a Evo 27.5? I have a flat tire and want to fix it myself. The user manual not useful at all. Thanks.
ReplyCourt
4 years agoHi Chip! Sorry for the very late reply here. I would recommend visiting a bike shop for help… or just use the proper size wrench and be very delicate and careful to organize the hardware, unplug the motor power cable, and the not over-tighten the bolts when reinstalling the rear wheel. Since your ebike uses the TMM4 torque sensor, if you over-tighten the bolts, it could cause the pedal assist to behave differently when you go riding again. Good luck!
ReplyChip
4 years agoHi Court. Thank you for the answer and the cautionary note about over-tightening the bolt holding the rear wheel. My ebike came with quick release levers on both wheels, so I wonder (1) if these can be tightened with a torque wrench, and – if the answer is yes – (2) what is the appropriate torque for such bolts to avoid issues with the TMM4 sensor?