Jeep e-Bike: Off-road e-bike deliveries to begin soon

The first electric mountain bike, unveiled in February during the Super Bowl, should begin shipping in the next few weeks. 

The American manufacturer Jeep has pledged to produce all of its hybrid vehicles, including electric ones, by 2022. Therefore, the announcement of an electric off-road vehicle is logical. 

The technical sheet is well stocked. There is a 750W Bafang Ultra motor that can double the maximum power to 1500W. Mated to a 10 speed gearbox. Jeep announces a 14,5Ah 48V battery that gives a good range of up to 100 kilometers.

Not only does the Jeep e-Bike not fall into the featherweight category, but it also weighs almost 36kg, which is twice the size of a "regular" mountain bike. The bike will be damped by an air suspension front fork providing 150mm of travel. rear - RockHox air spring. For braking, the Jeep e-bike will be able to count on a brake with four hydraulic disc pistons. Tires will be set to 26" and the frame will come in two versions: 17" (S and M) and 19" (M and L).

In the US, the brand should begin its first shipments in September at prices ranging from $ 5 to $ 900.