Review of £360 Argos E-Plus bike

[Tefoonez]

No - not likely to offer again - available here

E-Plus Pulse Hybrid Electric Bike from E-Bikes Direct

The E-Plus Pulse Hybrid Electric Bike, with its striking black and red design, is engineered for those who seek a dynamic and versatile cycling experience.

www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk

or ex display

E-Plus Pulse 27.5 inch Wheel Size Unisex Electric Mountain Large E Bike Ex Displ | eBay

The wallet friendly gateway into the world of electric mountain biking. Fork: Zoom 27.5 Suspension. Rear wheel: 27.5" Motor Hub. Front Wheel: 27.5 Quick Release Hub. Motor: 250w 36V Rear Hub. Gearing: Shimano Revoshift 7 Speed.

www.ebay.co.uk

or used

Pulse ebike 27.5" Shimano 7 Speed Mountain Pedal Assist Electric Bicycle 36v | eBay

PULSE EBIKE 27.5" SHIMANO 7 SPEED MOUNTAIN ELECTRIC BICYCLE. THIS IS A PEDAL ASSIST BICYCLE THAT ALSO HAS WALK ASSIST FUNCTION.

www.ebay.co.uk

extraordinarily kind of you to do that for me!

 

[Peter.Bridge]

extraordinarily kind of you to do that for me!

Let us know if you go for one of those options, it seems a very good bike by all accounts and the one that @saneagle bought is being used daily as I understand

 

[saneagle]

extraordinarily kind of you to do that for me!

The Ebay one would be an excellent buy if you're not too far away.

 

[Peter.Bridge]

extraordinarily kind of you to do that for me!

Because I viewed the ex display model on eBay,I got a follow up offer on eBay saving 15%, making the price £509, if you wanted to put in an offer

 

[Tefoonez]

The Ebay one would be an excellent buy if you're not too far away.

what do you think about it for a lady of about 5ft 6"?

 

[saneagle]

what do you think about it for a lady of about 5ft 6"?

The seat would go low enough, but I'm not sure about the reach to the bars. Some women don't like the lean forward position. I would say that it's perfect for a guy of around 5' 9". Anybody 3" either side would be able to ride it, but they might not find it ideal. Some would and some wouldn't. Different people accept different things.

 

[Tefoonez]

The seat would go low enough, but I'm not sure about the reach to the bars. Some women don't like the lean forward position. I would say that it's perfect for a guy of around 5' 9". Anybody 3" either side would be able to ride it, but they might not find it ideal. Some would and some wouldn't. Different people accept different things.

For sure that's fair enough - as you say no guarantee either way.

On a separate note, anyone got any thoughts on this:
https://www.punkride.com/products/hidoes-bn1-electric-bike?variant=45623770513557&currency=GBP&country=GB&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwqcO_BhDaARIsACz62vMAxrLV0Tx4KHjzhuEyoHmW1gpHDztkvjKDrj1tX5JDy4JAhiEpmYsaAuLeEALw_wcB

I have some reservations but thought I would ask some experts!

 

[flecc]

On a separate note, anyone got any thoughts on this:
https://www.punkride.com/products/hidoes-bn1-electric-bike?variant=45623770513557&currency=GBP&country=GB&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwqcO_BhDaARIsACz62vMAxrLV0Tx4KHjzhuEyoHmW1gpHDztkvjKDrj1tX5JDy4JAhiEpmYsaAuLeEALw_wcB

All of the following features are illegal in Great Britain:

Maximum assist speed 25 mph (40kph)

Rated Power 800 watts

e-Power only mode.

Fully operational throttle

So it's begging to be confiscated and crushed if used on the roads here, which would make its £649 expensive.
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[Tefoonez]

All of the following features are illegal in Great Britain:

Maximum assist speed 25 mph (40kph)

Rated Power 800 watts

Fully operational throttle

So it's begging to be confiscated and crushed if used on the roads here, which would make its £649 expensive.
.

Thanks for confirming my doubts!

 

[saneagle]

On a separate note, anyone got any thoughts on this:
https://www.punkride.com/products/hidoes-bn1-electric-bike?variant=45623770513557&currency=GBP&country=GB&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwqcO_BhDaARIsACz62vMAxrLV0Tx4KHjzhuEyoHmW1gpHDztkvjKDrj1tX5JDy4JAhiEpmYsaAuLeEALw_wcB

I have some reservations but thought I would ask some experts!

A great bike and great value, but totally illegal.

 

[Nealh]

Rear 800w hub makes one wonder if it uses the AKM 128h ?

 

[Peter.Bridge]

Rear 800w hub makes one wonder if it uses the AKM 128h ?

I think that is the only hub motor I've seen rated at 800w

It seems very good value but heavy and doesn't conform to the pedelec regulations