Electrofetbike: features, best models and tips for choosing

A bicycle with an electric motor will surprise no one. But this technique is used not only for the usual measured driving around the city. There is also an electric fat bike, which you also need to be able to choose and use.

It must be understood that An electrified fat bike isn't just a fancy looking or custom made bike. He, like ordinary fat bikes, is designed to conquer hard-to-reach off-road sections. Installing a high-powered motor is therefore a logical step.

The most advanced models are equipped with all-wheel drive, which allows them to achieve impressive performance. Since a lot of modifications have already been created, you need to be able to distinguish them according to their main characteristics.

Electrofetbikes are distinguished by:

• battery parameters;
• management organization;
• engine power and its specific type;
• the device of the brake system.

The battery can be fixed:

• below the seat;
• instead of the trunk;
• directly onto the frame.

Given the high capacity of the required batteries and the associated significant weight, sometimes even special frames are used. It is the battery frame mount that has long been recognized as the best choice. It helps to lower the center of gravity of the e-bike and guarantee the highest stability in any situation. Models with a battery less than 8 Ah does not even make sense to consider.

As for the drive power, then in current models, it varies from 0.35 to 5 kW... All-wheel drive electric bicycles with a pair of motor-wheels with a power of 0.5 kW have gained quite a lot of popularity. But the motors themselves can be of the geared or gearless type.The former are lighter, but the latter are more powerful and last longer. Of course extreme enthusiasts and lovers of driving fast and far choose only gearless modifications.

As important as acceleration is, braking is also very important. Disc brakes are the only acceptable braking system for electric bikes. All other devices simply cannot tame that kind of power.

Controlling a fat bike with an electric motor is no more difficult than on an ordinary gasoline moped... You can adjust the speed by turning the handlebars on the handlebars. Starting and stopping the motor is done by pressing the pedals. The steering wheel is usually supplemented by a small computer to help monitor the battery charge and the speed reached. Sometimes there is even a connector for recharging personal gadgets.

As already stated, electrofetbikes on thick wheels are produced by many companies... But one of the market leaders deservedly includes "Bear". The power of this car reaches 1.5 kW, and the cruising range is from 35 to 60 km / h. Consumers can drive at speeds up to 50 km / h. A recuperative mode is provided. Other parameters are as follows:

• hydraulic brakes;
• aluminum fork;
• wheel size - 4x26;
• the highest permissible load - 120 kg;
• frame and rims painted black;
• the wings are not included in the package.

The technical solution with an electric drive back and with a direct drive motor inside the wheel looks attractive. The wheel motors are powered by a triangular battery. You can easily ride the Medved with all-wheel drive as on the simplest bike. Its wheels, 0.1 m wide, will allow you to overcome snow, mud or sandy terrain.

According to the manufacturer, braking on the folding "Bear" can be done with very little hand effort. Alternatively, you can consider Volteco Bigcat Dual 1000. This e-bike is rated for 48 V. There is no folding mode. The wheel size is 26 inches. The design is excellent for harsh climatic conditions. A pair of powerful motors is provided, thanks to which the "double tigress" is distinguished by excellent cross-country ability. It is not surprising that the developers have taken care of the powerful, sturdy wheels. The main characteristics are as follows:

• total power - 1 kW;
• the highest speed - 35 km / h;
• distance covered on a good track - up to 45 km;
• battery saturation time - from 240 to 360 minutes;
• 7 speeds;
• total weight of the product - 34.5 kg;
• permissible load - 110 kg.

It enjoys well-deserved popularity and fat bike Love Freedom... The frame of this product is made of aluminum alloy. The size of the disc mechanical brakes is 0.16 m. The total number of speeds thanks to the proven Japanese transmission is 21. The design is designed for users from 1.5 to 2.15 m in height. The unladen weight of the bike is 16 kg. Moreover, he can carry up to 150 kg. The fork travel is 0.1 m. The designers have provided for reinforced pedals and the same connecting rods. The shock absorber is located at the front.

Solid competition to previous models is a fat bike under the brand Okkervil. The best way to present this brand is by the three-wheeled model OK-33601E. The dimensions of the wheels are 20x1.95 inches. The frame is made of sturdy steel. The Japanese transmission supports 7 speeds. There are 2 brakes, the drum is placed behind. The current consumption per hour is 0.35 kW, and the lugs are equally effective when driving on:

• sand;
• virgin snow;
• hard road surfaces;
• ordinary soil.

Deserve attention and front-wheel drive models. True, they are quite rare; in the overwhelming majority of cases, the drive is made backward. An exception is, for example, E-motions FAT 20 All Mountain Double... Twenty-inch wheels are driven by two motors with a total power of 1 kW, and the highest possible speed is 45 km / h. The stem can be adjusted.

As for fat bikes Lebron, then these are products traversed on quite different surfaces. Model 141 Fatbike Lebron can take loads up to 200 kg. The design is designed for 21 speeds. High driving performance is achieved thanks to 26-inch wheels. The aluminum frame is very robust, as are the steel disc brakes. The saddle can be adjusted vertically and horizontally.

The following video provides an overview of the 48V 18A 350 (850) W front-wheel drive electric bike.