Electric bikes, or e-bikes, have emerged as a popular alternative to traditional bicycles due to their numerous benefits, including their ability to reduce carbon emissions and promote environmental sustainability. E-bikes use an electric motor and rechargeable batteries, which emit significantly less pollution than gasoline-powered vehicles. By choosing e-bikes over cars, individuals can reduce their carbon footprint and help improve air quality in urban areas. Audi just launched its new e-bike, but interestingly, it’s priced higher than other four-wheelers.
The e-bike exudes luxury and sophistication. This upscale bike is inspired by the brand’s RS Q E-tron E2 electric Dakar Rally racer, and boasts high-end specifications that are sure to impress bike enthusiasts.
Crafted by Italy’s Fantic, this electric bike, based on the XMF 1.7, features a 250W Brose motor, also found in Harley-Davidson’s Serial 1 Bash/Mtn, which is powered by Fantic’s 720Wh battery. This combination delivers an impressive 66ft/lb of torque, although Audi has not yet revealed its top speed or range.
The bike’s power pack is significantly larger than that of the Bash/Mtn’s 529Wh unit, which offers a range of 30 to 95 miles, depending on the conditions. Additionally, the Audi e-bike has four levels of electric assistance, ranging from a mild Eco mode to the all-out Boost mode, very similar to other Brose-powered e-bikes.
The bike’s frame design is made of aluminum and features various high-quality components, including Braking IN.CA.S disc brakes, an Öhlins fork and shock, and Sram components for the chain, shifters and derailleur. You will also find premium Italian touches, such as the Vittoria tires and Sella Italia saddle. The Öhlins gear provides 7.1in of suspension travel, which is more than the XMF 1.7’s 6.7in.
The Audi electric mountain bike is available in three sizes and is priced at £8,499 (about $10,200) in the UK. This limited- model is more expensive than some of its competitors, such as the $3,999 Bash/Mtn, the GMC Hummer e-bike, and the more powerful $5,499 Jeep e-bike. However, you are paying for the bike’s big battery, the use of other well-known parts, and Audi’s exclusive design. If people can afford one of Audi’s high-end EVs, this e-bike might just be in the budget as well.
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