Total Weight:
57.2 lbs (25.94 kg)
Battery Weight:
6.9 lbs (3.12 kg)
Motor Weight:
8.5 lbs (3.85 kg)
Frame Material:
6061-T6 Aluminum Alloy
Frame Sizes:
17 in (43.18 cm)Geometry Measurements:
17" Seat Tube, 20.5 Reach, 21" Stand Over Height, 34.5" Minimum Saddle Height (31.5" if You Cut the Seat Post), 39.5" Maximum Saddle Height, 27" Width, 64" Length, 40" Wheelbase
Frame Types:
Mid-Step
Frame Colors:
Blue, Black, Red, Orange, Green, White
Frame Fork Details:
Rigid Aluminum Alloy, 135mm Hub Spacing, 9mm Axle with Quick Release Skewer
Frame Rear Details:
170mm Hub Spacing, 12mm Threaded Keyed Axle with 19mm Nuts, Lock Washer on Left and Right
Attachment Points:
Rear Rack, Fenders, Bottle Cage, Front Light
Gearing Details:
7
Speed 1x7 microSHIFT 26 RD-M26S-7 Derailleur, Shimano HG20-7 12-28 Tooth CassetteShifter Details:
microSHIFT TS71-7R Triggers on Right (One-Way High Lever, Four-Shift Low Lever)
(Optional NuVinci Grip Twist on Right Bar)Cranks:
Forged Aluminum Alloy, 170mm Length Crank Arms, Square Tapered Spindle, 48 Tooth Steel Chainring with Aluminum Alloy Guide
Pedals:
Wellgo B239DU Plastic Platform with Reflectors
Headset:
Semi-Integrated, Zero-Stack, Threadless, Straight 1-1/8" (44mm Outer Diameter)
Stem:
Promax Aluminum Alloy, 6° Angle, 90mm Length, One 190mm Spacers, One 10mm Tapered Bottom Spacer, 31.8mm Handlebar Clamp Diameter
Handlebar:
Promax, Swept Back, Aluminum Alloy, 30mm Rise, 640mm Length
Brake Details:
Star Union Mechanical Disc with 160mm Rotors, Shimano Single Pull Mechanical Calipers, Star Union Four-Finger Levers with Motor Inhibitors and Rubberized Edge
Grips:
Star Union, Flat Rubber, Inner Lock Ring (4mm Hex Wrench)
Saddle:
Velo ZL-3126F Hybrid
(Optional Upgrade Program)Seat Post:
Aluminum Alloy, Independent Steel Seat Clamp (Two Nuts)
Seat Post Length:
350 mm
Seat Post Diameter:
30.4 mm
Rims:
Aluminum Alloy, Double Wall, 82mm Outer Width, 36 Hole, Paint Matched
Spokes:
Stainless Steel, 12 Gauge, Silver with Adjustable Brass Nipples
Tire Brand:
Kenda (Custom Made), 20" x 4" (98-406)
Wheel Sizes:
20 in (50.8cm)Tire Details:
5 to 30 PSI, 0.4 to 2.1 BAR
Tube Details:
Schrader Valve
Accessories:
Rear-Mounted Single Side Adjustable Length Kickstand, Flick Bell on Left Side of Handlebar, Optional Upgrade Package Including Matt Black Aluminum Alloy Fenders ($55), Rear Rack ($40, Compatible with Pedego Bags, 25kg / 55lb Max Weight), Integrated Headlight ($40, 40 LUX), Optional Pedego Bags
Other:
Locking Removable Downtube Semi-Integrated Battery Pack, 18 Amp Sine-Wave Controller, Pedego Branded 1.9lb 54.6 Volt 3 Amp Battery Charger, 250lb Max Weight Rating, KMZ Z-Chain Narrow
George
4 months agoYet again, a terrific review Court. I appreciate both the detail in the video review and the work in gathering all specification detail in the written review. EBR is the only place we see that kind of detail.
The short overall length of the Element would likely allow full containment in my Honda Fit without removing the bike’s front wheel. I appreciate the discussion on the cabling at about 13:30 in the video. One aspect of the design I find a bit troubling is the stream of wiring out of the bottom bracket, which could be vulnerable, and, if damaged, could be expensive and time consuming to repair. You mention the chainring should provide some protection. Exposed wiring in the same location is also a characteristic of the Rad Power Bikes RadMission.
I contacted Pedego corporate for specifics on the speeds for each PAS level, and this is what was provided. The max speed for each level of pedal-assist is listed below:
You can’t ask for a much more lovely urban environment than Vancouver, BC to be stuck in during this pandemic! Be safe and best wishes.
George
ReplyCourt
4 months agoHi George! It’s nice to hear that my work and attention to detail is appreciated. Thanks for adding to the discussion with your insights about fit in a Honda Element (great car btw), and the pedal assist top speed levels. That’s wonderful! Yes, I’m staying healthy and trying to keep that good attitude and do good work. Thanks again :)
ReplySteph
4 months agoNice review. I think that might be a good size for us short folks! I tried another bike and had to sell it as it was just too big… downside of online purchases that you can’t try before buying. Even with the “test” period, some want 20% of the price back as the restock fee and you have to find a place to take it to ship.
I do wish you would bring a short person along when you are doing smaller bike reviews. Someone who is 4’10 or so as that would really point out the actual rider height. I hope that my localish Pedego shop gets one or two of these in so I can try for myself…
ReplyCourt
4 months agoHi Steph! I hear ya, and I’ll strive for more co-op reviews in the future. The extra safety and sensitivity around health lately has limited some of the filming, but I can say for sure that this is one of the best ebikes I’ve ever reviewed for petite riders. I hope you get to try it, and perhaps you can even chime in here with your feedback about how it works!
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