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US 9-Speed Electric Bike
Brand SizeWheel Size (in)
26 Inches26
Bike Type Electric Bike
Brand Elby Bike
Number of Speeds 9
Color Black
Wheel Size 26 Inches
Frame Material Aluminum
Special Feature Aluminum Frame, Electric
Included Components Electric Bike with battery
Size 16.5inch/One Size
Brake Style Disc

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  • Award winning design
  • True regeneration
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Spec Sheet

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Battery

Specs: Premium 48v, 555 Whr Li-Ion cell battery pack

Benefits: Industry leading range of 80 miles. Lockable/easily removable with built in handle. Charges from empty in 4hrs. Comes with charger and plugs into standard 110V outlet. Integrated within bike frame (award winning design). Automotive grade engineering placed at low center of gravity providing additional ride safety and stability.

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Motor

Specs: 500W rear hub motor with internal rider input sensor for optimal rider experience

Benefits: Industry leading power, true regeneration and North American engineered. The most natural feeling power in the industry!

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Frame

Specs: Step through design with oversized aluminum tubing

Benefits: Automotive grade engineering offering low center of gravity for a more controlled and comfortable ride Eliminating difficulty with traditional high cross bar frame of quick an easy on-off riding.

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Bluetooth

Specs: Compatible with Android and APPLE smart phones (using the Ely APP - includes map function)

Benefits: Seamless integration with your smart phone.

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Tires

Specs: 26” x 2.2” Continental Tires with reflective side walls for safety

Benefits: Premium high quality tires for worry free, comfort and performance.

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Display

Specs: 2.5” color display

Benefits: Large modern digital display, well laid out/highly visible speed, battery state of charge, assist levels, regenerative mode and much more. Easy to pop on/off and exchange with smart phone.

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Handle Bar

Specs: Ergonomic Velo grips

Benefits: Super comfortable and well thought out grips for comfortable riding and fatigue limiting ergonomics.

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Front Light

Specs: Elby/Supernova

Benefits: Exclusive designed front light with accent lighting and built in USB charge port.

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Rear Light

Specs: Supernova rear light

Benefits: Bright LED rear light for additional visibility and safety.

range

Range

Specs: Up to 80 miles on a single charge depending on terrain and assist level/throttle usage

Benefits: Industry leading range providing more ride time and less charge time. Also limits down time within commercial fleets.

charger

Charger

Specs: 3.45 amp charger

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Controls/Throttle/Gearing/Speed

Specs: 4 levels of pedal assist and 4 levels of regeneration, throttle. Gearing: 9-Speed or Single Speed Options. Max Speed: 28mph

Benefits: Natural and powerful feeling for all types of riders and terrain. True regeneration helping extend industry leading range even further. Your choice between single speed and nine speed (SRAM X5 components). Programable to local state and provincial speed laws.

brakes

Brakes

Specs: Front and rear hydraulic disc brakes with 180mm brake rotors with power cut off switch for safety

Benefits: High quality premium breaks for precise and quick breaking, safety and performance.

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Colours

Specs: Black, blue, orange, white and silver

Benefits: Bold Black, Premium Sliver, Standout Orange, Classy White and Ocean Blue.

seat height range

Seat Height Range

Specs: Adjustable from 34” to 41”

Benefits: Easily adjustable ‘one size fits most’ engineering.

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Product Weight & Package Dimensions

Specs: Product weight - 54 lbs (including weight of battery and industry standard). Package weight - 103 lbs

Benefits: ‘Hi I’m Elby’ box shipped to your front door with white glove service available.

Product Description

Elby is a premium electric bicycle designed with automotive grade quality from the ground up - it is approachable, comfortable and responsive.  Elby is fun, functional and future proof and features class leading power, range, stopping power and technology all backed by a risk free full refund policy, a friendly customer experience team and even concierge Service to your front door should you want it.

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Technical Details

Bike Type ‎Electric Bike
Brand ‎Elby Bike
Number of Speeds ‎9
Color ‎Black
Wheel Size ‎26 Inches
Frame Material ‎Aluminum
Special Feature ‎Aluminum Frame, Electric
Included Components ‎Electric Bike with battery
Size ‎16.5inch/One Size
Brake Style ‎Disc
Specific Uses For Product ‎Road
Item Weight ‎56.8 Pounds
Model Name ‎Elby Bike 9 speed electric bike 16.5 one size
Lithium Battery Energy Content ‎557 Watt Hours
Global Trade Identification Number ‎00844310000011
UPC ‎844310000011
Manufacturer ‎Elby Bikes
Item Package Dimensions L x W x H ‎73.8 x 46 x 14.7 inches
Package Weight ‎32.66 Kilograms
Brand Name ‎Elby Bike
Suggested Users ‎unisex
Number of Items ‎1
Part Number ‎MY17

Additional Information

ASIN B07BJ31R9Y
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3.6 out of 5 stars 54 ratings

3.6 out of 5 stars
Date First Available March 20, 2018

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Customers find this electric bike to be a great ride with a super smooth experience and solid build quality, with one customer noting it can handle a 12-15 mile run. The bike is easy to assemble, with one customer mentioning it's ready to ride in less than an hour, and they appreciate its comfort and battery life. While some customers consider it the best buy for the money, others find it overpriced, and several report issues with tail lights not working.

22 customers mention "Bike quality"22 positive0 negative

Customers find this electric bike to be amazing, with one customer highlighting its excellent paint finish.

"This is a decent bike, if it was a $1500 bike. When I ride it, it creaks, like a cheap bike...." Read more

"Awesome bike! Literally makes you laugh and giggle! I bought one for my wife because of Elby's super comfy design. It was a perfect match!..." Read more

"...Got a tune up at local bike shop and they said she is looking good!..." Read more

"...Mine is black and it has really good paint. Dried it all off and put it in front of a fan for a couple hours Lol just in case ...." Read more

19 customers mention "Ride quality"15 positive4 negative

Customers enjoy riding this electric bike, describing it as smooth and fun to use, with one customer noting its silent gliding motion.

"...The smoothness of the power assist on this Elby is flat out amazing. This bike has been fine-tuned to the n'th degree. (All hail Elby/BionX!!)..." Read more

"...It was a perfect match! Elby has a super smooth ride, powerful motor,and deluxe features only offered elsewhere at huge prices...." Read more

"...has great performance, and has allowed me to confidently do extended bike rides (12 miles and 8 miles) without fearing that I will be too tired to..." Read more

"...Furthest I have gone is 47 miles on one charge. Rides well and has a really comfortable seat. I have not seen any good reason to get another seat...." Read more

8 customers mention "Build quality"8 positive0 negative

Customers find the electric bike well-made, with one customer noting its solid performance for 12-15 mile runs.

"...Expensive - $75 + 15 ship - but worth every penny. German made, highest quality, easy attachment.)..." Read more

"...The orange came first and was in great condition. The grey came 2nd and it looked like it was a used bike returned from a customer...." Read more

"This bike is SO FUN! I was giggling like a kid. It’s a solid build and Elby has thought of almost everything — the only very small annoyance I..." Read more

"...2 of them my wife and i just love them excellent product durable highest quality would HIGHLY RECOMMEND ..ELBY RULES!!!!!..." Read more

8 customers mention "Ease of assembly"8 positive0 negative

Customers find the electric bike easy to assemble, with one mentioning it's ready to ride in less than an hour.

"...German made, highest quality, easy attachment.) 2) Giddy-up (Amazon) seat to replace the uncomfortable (for me) stock Elby seat...." Read more

"...But I really don’t need it. Came almost fully assembled. Delivery was GREAT! Loved that it came in less than 2 days!..." Read more

"...It took minutes to assemble (like 10), came with all the tools, and fits well (I am 6.1’)...." Read more

"...The controls are very intuitive and easy to use. I would buy again." Read more

6 customers mention "Battery life"6 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the battery life of the electric bike.

"...Nice having the battery when you need it. They are also nice looking bikes, we get compliments all the time...." Read more

"...It is such a great Cruiser and the battery just goes and goes if you use peddle assist...." Read more

"Super easy and fun to ride. Holds a charge for longer than my prior 48 volt ebikes. Great low center of gravity for better stability." Read more

"Amazing bike! Battery lasts a good while and the assist feature is great!" Read more

6 customers mention "Comfort"6 positive0 negative

Customers find the electric bike comfortable and well-fitting.

"...Presto! Wheel bearings snug again. Very simple. No problems at all with the rear wheel tightness/bearings, motor, chain etc...." Read more

"...I bought one for my wife because of Elby's super comfy design. It was a perfect match!..." Read more

"First off, I love this bike. It is comfortable, has great performance, and has allowed me to confidently do extended bike rides..." Read more

"...Rides well and has a really comfortable seat. I have not seen any good reason to get another seat...." Read more

11 customers mention "Functionality"5 positive6 negative

Customers report mixed experiences with the bike's functionality, with several mentioning that it completely stopped working or that the tail lights never functioned properly.

"First off, I love this bike. It is comfortable, has great performance, and has allowed me to confidently do extended bike rides..." Read more

"...(Plugs into usb port on the Elby headlight. Only works when the headlight is ON, but, I always ride with the headlight on anyway - for safety.)...." Read more

"...Over 1,000 miles now and still going great. Still want another one so I can ride with someone, just have to saving up for it...." Read more

"...This bike is so much fun and works so flawlessly right out of the box it deserves five stars...." Read more

6 customers mention "Value for money"4 positive2 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the electric bike's value for money, with some considering it the best buy while others find it overpriced.

"...Expensive - $75 + 15 ship - but worth every penny. German made, highest quality, easy attachment.)..." Read more

"...When I ride it, it creaks, like a cheap bike...." Read more

"...BEST BUY FOR THE MONEY" Read more

"Long Battery life . Best e bike for the price .🤐..." Read more

Dream Machine  (a.k.a.  - THE PUNISHER!)
5 out of 5 stars
Dream Machine (a.k.a. - THE PUNISHER!)
I call my beautiful stealth-black Elby "The Punisher!" Of course, it doesn't punish me - no, no, no! It punishes all the punks who try to keep up with this 74 year old (with heart failure, afib, and an ejection fraction of 10% - not kidding). They all fall by the wayside in exhausted heaps with puzzled looks on their faces. I am having a blast on this thing! (See the 7 pics in "Customer Images") I chose black because the other color combos seem to say "There's something geeky going on here!" - which is just fine for most (great colors!) - but I didn't want that. I wanted to keep them guessing. Have a little fun. And, it worked! Most people have no idea what's really going on with this bike. Of course I further disguised (see pics) by covering the Elby logos with decals of flags, The Punisher, Molon Laabe, golden dragons, initials, favorite travel location stickers, etc, etc. Plus, I blacked out the metal plate on the battery cover using electrical tape to complete the overall monochrome look. MUST HAVE ACCESSORIES: 1) Elby Rear Rack from the Electric Cyclery. (Expensive - $75 + 15 ship - but worth every penny. German made, highest quality, easy attachment.) 2) Giddy-up (Amazon) seat to replace the uncomfortable (for me) stock Elby seat. 3) Rear view (90° - you do NOT want a wide angle camera) mini spy camera (Amazon) with 7" lcd monitor up front by handlebars. ( A must-have for me because turning my head to check for traffic all the time is too difficult for me - and useful rearview mirrors just don't exist for the bikes I've had.). (Simple RCA wiring skills are all that is needed.). 4) A basket on the Rear Rack for carrying stuff (Including a case with the rearview camera and 2 mini 4800mah 12volt/usb power supplies - one is a spare - ($23 @ - ebay) - to power the camera and 7" monitor. Simple wiring. I also added a Krytonite lock (mounted on rack, below basket) and a cheap front facing auto traffic camera to record my rides. (Plugs into usb port on the Elby headlight. Only works when the headlight is ON, but, I always ride with the headlight on anyway - for safety.). Really fun to play back some of the rides on the big screen when back at home. And, for night riding in the country I added two NightRyder lights. (The Elby lighting is perfect on city streets but not up to the task out in the boonies.) Also added 2 extra rechargeable Blitzu tail lights which are terrific (one on each side of the basket) which forms an eye-catching triangle with the Elby tail light. I was 6'4" (shrunk up to about 6'2" now) and I weigh about 245 (ready to go) and I fit perfectly on this bike after making the basic initial adjustments to seat and handlebar height (and angle) so I don't understand reviewers saying they are too big to get comfortable. Don't know what that's about. But, I do agree that this Elby has no suspension and is not designed for dirt/gravel roads or curb jumping. Don't buy this bike if you won't be using normal paved roads and trails. (Note: The website for the wonderful tires on the Elby says recommended inflation is 51.5 to 62 p.s.i. Guess what: Running on the low side significantly cushions the ride. Running 35 to 40 p.s.i. really really softens the ride. Yeah, I know.... increased rolling friction & tire wear etc, etc. But I also know (from decades of riding) 40 p.s.i. on a semi-fat tire like the Elby's will function perfectly well - and maybe even give you a little more grip. Try it once. Savor the smoothness of the ride compared to the rock-hard 62 p.s.i. You might be willing to give up a couple kilometers of battery range for the leap in ride comfort.) I'm fortunate I live in a small (8,000 pop) town with great streets and miles of beautiful paved trails connecting with other small towns. If I'm in the mood I'll make a midnight run (cornfields and/or highways on either side) to the next town 10 miles east. And, I might just keep going another 6 or 7 miles to the Michigan lakefront. I love it! I must say I don't get the range that a lot of reviewers say they get (even at 62 p.s.i. That's probably because I outweigh them by a bunch, plus there are numerous hills, and (given my reduced physical stamina) i run 90% of the time in gear 8 or 9 (smallest cog - fastest speed) with the boost set to level 4 (i.e. MAX assist). Even so, I get a solid 12 -15 mile full force run and can easily stretch the trip to 20 miles. And that's actually a substantial bike ride for most people. (And then too - I really lucked out. I found a brand new Elby battery on ebay for $450! So, I wrap the extra battery in a bath towel and bungy cord it in my basket. Now I can run all day with no fear of ever getting stranded. Takes about 15 seconds to swap batteries. Note: A normal healthy person will never need a second/spare battery. I've only used mine twice.) I've only gone 300+ miles so far, but they have been flawless, fantastic miles. Okay, the front wheel did loosen up a little early on. All I had to do was loosen the quick-release lever, give it half a clockwise turn and relock the lever. Presto! Wheel bearings snug again. Very simple. No problems at all with the rear wheel tightness/bearings, motor, chain etc. The smoothness of the power assist on this Elby is flat out amazing. This bike has been fine-tuned to the n'th degree. (All hail Elby/BionX!!) I just never get tired of running up and down all the badnews hills in our town where other bikes fear to tread. (Love the shocked stares from pedestrians. All part of the fun.) Plus, I can silently glide, effortlessly, for miles and miles through all the nooks and crannies of our town and countryside without creating any hint of a disturbance (as you would on a mtorcycle or convertible or whatever). All of a sudden Taco Bell pops in your head. But - its 2 miles in the wrong direction! NOT a problem - You are there in 6 minutes. No sweat Normally I don't use the throttle. But, should I reach my limit for the day I'll say.... "Elby, take me home!". I'll throttle up then (but never when anyone's looking). Note: 1) You don't want a wide-angle rear-view camera because it makes cars appear further away than they really are. Dangerous! (Stick with a 90° max camera.) 2) The mount/clamp I used for the 7" monitor is actually the mount that came with the Kryptoniite lock ($17 at Walmart). didn't need it for the lock so I clamped it to the handlebar post, inserted a long 1/4" bolt up through the clamp, with 5 /16 nuts as spacers, attached standard swivel mount to monitor and bolt. You want the monitor pointing directly toward your face. Used Velcro build-up on top edge of monitor and handlebar to cushion monitor. 3) If you want to go crazy and get the brightest outdoor rated monitor (Feelworld 7", $250. Do it. (Should help avoid most image washout conditions in bright light.) But, you will also need a little RCA to HDMI converter (usb powered) and a little black project box to hide it all in. I have all that stuff, but haven't hooked it up as yet on the bike because 90% of the time performance on the cheap monitor is just fine. Plus, it is real easy to add a second camera to this cheap monitor and switch views/cameras with a touch of a button on the monitor. We will see. 4) Ref the rearview camera case - Velcro the batteries to sides of case. Don't over-Velcro, just enough to hold in place and still be able to remove if needed. Also use Velcro straps to secure case to basket using slots on side of case. 5) Basket is attached to rack with 1mm black annodized wire. (Easy to work with.) 6) Read "Comments", below, for more info. Here are some Amazon numbers for accessories I used (type into Search box): B07568FY43, B01N7KQPJI, B01M64AQVQ, B01NAGIHJB.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on October 5, 2019
    I call my beautiful stealth-black Elby "The Punisher!" Of course, it doesn't punish me - no, no, no! It punishes all the punks who try to keep up with this 74 year old (with heart failure, afib, and an ejection fraction of 10% - not kidding). They all fall by the wayside in exhausted heaps with puzzled looks on their faces. I am having a blast on this thing! (See the 7 pics in "Customer Images")

    I chose black because the other color combos seem to say "There's something geeky going on here!" - which is just fine for most (great colors!) - but I didn't want that. I wanted to keep them guessing. Have a little fun. And, it worked! Most people have no idea what's really going on with this bike. Of course I further disguised (see pics) by covering the Elby logos with decals of flags, The Punisher, Molon Laabe, golden dragons, initials, favorite travel location stickers, etc, etc. Plus, I blacked out the metal plate on the battery cover using electrical tape to complete the overall monochrome look.

    MUST HAVE ACCESSORIES: 1) Elby Rear Rack from the Electric Cyclery. (Expensive - $75 + 15 ship - but worth every penny. German made, highest quality, easy attachment.) 2) Giddy-up (Amazon) seat to replace the uncomfortable (for me) stock Elby seat. 3) Rear view (90° - you do NOT want a wide angle camera) mini spy camera (Amazon) with 7" lcd monitor up front by handlebars. ( A must-have for me because turning my head to check for traffic all the time is too difficult for me - and useful rearview mirrors just don't exist for the bikes I've had.). (Simple RCA wiring skills are all that is needed.). 4) A basket on the Rear Rack for carrying stuff (Including a case with the rearview camera and 2 mini 4800mah 12volt/usb power supplies - one is a spare - ($23 @ - ebay) - to power the camera and 7" monitor. Simple wiring.

    I also added a Krytonite lock (mounted on rack, below basket) and a cheap front facing auto traffic camera to record my rides. (Plugs into usb port on the Elby headlight. Only works when the headlight is ON, but, I always ride with the headlight on anyway - for safety.). Really fun to play back some of the rides on the big screen when back at home. And, for night riding in the country I added two NightRyder lights. (The Elby lighting is perfect on city streets but not up to the task out in the boonies.) Also added 2 extra rechargeable Blitzu tail lights which are terrific (one on each side of the basket) which forms an eye-catching triangle with the Elby tail light.

    I was 6'4" (shrunk up to about 6'2" now) and I weigh about 245 (ready to go) and I fit perfectly on this bike after making the basic initial adjustments to seat and handlebar height (and angle) so I don't understand reviewers saying they are too big to get comfortable. Don't know what that's about. But, I do agree that this Elby has no suspension and is not designed for dirt/gravel roads or curb jumping. Don't buy this bike if you won't be using normal paved roads and trails.

    (Note: The website for the wonderful tires on the Elby says recommended inflation is 51.5 to 62 p.s.i. Guess what: Running on the low side significantly cushions the ride. Running 35 to 40 p.s.i. really really softens the ride. Yeah, I know.... increased rolling friction & tire wear etc, etc. But I also know (from decades of riding) 40 p.s.i. on a semi-fat tire like the Elby's will function perfectly well - and maybe even give you a little more grip. Try it once. Savor the smoothness of the ride compared to the rock-hard 62 p.s.i. You might be willing to give up a couple kilometers of battery range for the leap in ride comfort.)

    I'm fortunate I live in a small (8,000 pop) town with great streets and miles of beautiful paved trails connecting with other small towns. If I'm in the mood I'll make a midnight run (cornfields and/or highways on either side) to the next town 10 miles east. And, I might just keep going another 6 or 7 miles to the Michigan lakefront. I love it!

    I must say I don't get the range that a lot of reviewers say they get (even at 62 p.s.i. That's probably because I outweigh them by a bunch, plus there are numerous hills, and (given my reduced physical stamina) i run 90% of the time in gear 8 or 9 (smallest cog - fastest speed) with the boost set to level 4 (i.e. MAX assist). Even so, I get a solid 12 -15 mile full force run and can easily stretch the trip to 20 miles. And that's actually a substantial bike ride for most people. (And then too - I really lucked out. I found a brand new Elby battery on ebay for $450! So, I wrap the extra battery in a bath towel and bungy cord it in my basket. Now I can run all day with no fear of ever getting stranded. Takes about 15 seconds to swap batteries. Note: A normal healthy person will never need a second/spare battery. I've only used mine twice.)

    I've only gone 300+ miles so far, but they have been flawless, fantastic miles. Okay, the front wheel did loosen up a little early on. All I had to do was loosen the quick-release lever, give it half a clockwise turn and relock the lever. Presto! Wheel bearings snug again. Very simple. No problems at all with the rear wheel tightness/bearings, motor, chain etc.

    The smoothness of the power assist on this Elby is flat out amazing. This bike has been fine-tuned to the n'th degree. (All hail Elby/BionX!!) I just never get tired of running up and down all the badnews hills in our town where other bikes fear to tread. (Love the shocked stares from pedestrians. All part of the fun.) Plus, I can silently glide, effortlessly, for miles and miles through all the nooks and crannies of our town and countryside without creating any hint of a disturbance (as you would on a mtorcycle or convertible or whatever). All of a sudden Taco Bell pops in your head. But - its 2 miles in the wrong direction! NOT a problem - You are there in 6 minutes. No sweat

    Normally I don't use the throttle. But, should I reach my limit for the day I'll say.... "Elby, take me home!". I'll throttle up then (but never when anyone's looking).

    Note: 1) You don't want a wide-angle rear-view camera because it makes cars appear further away than they really are. Dangerous! (Stick with a 90° max camera.) 2) The mount/clamp I used for the 7" monitor is actually the mount that came with the Kryptoniite lock ($17 at Walmart). didn't need it for the lock so I clamped it to the handlebar post, inserted a long 1/4" bolt up through the clamp, with 5 /16 nuts as spacers, attached standard swivel mount to monitor and bolt. You want the monitor pointing directly toward your face. Used Velcro build-up on top edge of monitor and handlebar to cushion monitor. 3) If you want to go crazy and get the brightest outdoor rated monitor (Feelworld 7", $250. Do it. (Should help avoid most image washout conditions in bright light.) But, you will also need a little RCA to HDMI converter (usb powered) and a little black project box to hide it all in. I have all that stuff, but haven't hooked it up as yet on the bike because 90% of the time performance on the cheap monitor is just fine. Plus, it is real easy to add a second camera to this cheap monitor and switch views/cameras with a touch of a button on the monitor. We will see. 4) Ref the rearview camera case - Velcro the batteries to sides of case. Don't over-Velcro, just enough to hold in place and still be able to remove if needed. Also use Velcro straps to secure case to basket using slots on side of case. 5) Basket is attached to rack with 1mm black annodized wire. (Easy to work with.) 6) Read "Comments", below, for more info.

    Here are some Amazon numbers for accessories I used (type into Search box): B07568FY43, B01N7KQPJI, B01M64AQVQ, B01NAGIHJB.
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    Dream Machine (a.k.a. - THE PUNISHER!)

    Reviewed in the United States on October 5, 2019
    I call my beautiful stealth-black Elby "The Punisher!" Of course, it doesn't punish me - no, no, no! It punishes all the punks who try to keep up with this 74 year old (with heart failure, afib, and an ejection fraction of 10% - not kidding). They all fall by the wayside in exhausted heaps with puzzled looks on their faces. I am having a blast on this thing! (See the 7 pics in "Customer Images")

    I chose black because the other color combos seem to say "There's something geeky going on here!" - which is just fine for most (great colors!) - but I didn't want that. I wanted to keep them guessing. Have a little fun. And, it worked! Most people have no idea what's really going on with this bike. Of course I further disguised (see pics) by covering the Elby logos with decals of flags, The Punisher, Molon Laabe, golden dragons, initials, favorite travel location stickers, etc, etc. Plus, I blacked out the metal plate on the battery cover using electrical tape to complete the overall monochrome look.

    MUST HAVE ACCESSORIES: 1) Elby Rear Rack from the Electric Cyclery. (Expensive - $75 + 15 ship - but worth every penny. German made, highest quality, easy attachment.) 2) Giddy-up (Amazon) seat to replace the uncomfortable (for me) stock Elby seat. 3) Rear view (90° - you do NOT want a wide angle camera) mini spy camera (Amazon) with 7" lcd monitor up front by handlebars. ( A must-have for me because turning my head to check for traffic all the time is too difficult for me - and useful rearview mirrors just don't exist for the bikes I've had.). (Simple RCA wiring skills are all that is needed.). 4) A basket on the Rear Rack for carrying stuff (Including a case with the rearview camera and 2 mini 4800mah 12volt/usb power supplies - one is a spare - ($23 @ - ebay) - to power the camera and 7" monitor. Simple wiring.

    I also added a Krytonite lock (mounted on rack, below basket) and a cheap front facing auto traffic camera to record my rides. (Plugs into usb port on the Elby headlight. Only works when the headlight is ON, but, I always ride with the headlight on anyway - for safety.). Really fun to play back some of the rides on the big screen when back at home. And, for night riding in the country I added two NightRyder lights. (The Elby lighting is perfect on city streets but not up to the task out in the boonies.) Also added 2 extra rechargeable Blitzu tail lights which are terrific (one on each side of the basket) which forms an eye-catching triangle with the Elby tail light.

    I was 6'4" (shrunk up to about 6'2" now) and I weigh about 245 (ready to go) and I fit perfectly on this bike after making the basic initial adjustments to seat and handlebar height (and angle) so I don't understand reviewers saying they are too big to get comfortable. Don't know what that's about. But, I do agree that this Elby has no suspension and is not designed for dirt/gravel roads or curb jumping. Don't buy this bike if you won't be using normal paved roads and trails.

    (Note: The website for the wonderful tires on the Elby says recommended inflation is 51.5 to 62 p.s.i. Guess what: Running on the low side significantly cushions the ride. Running 35 to 40 p.s.i. really really softens the ride. Yeah, I know.... increased rolling friction & tire wear etc, etc. But I also know (from decades of riding) 40 p.s.i. on a semi-fat tire like the Elby's will function perfectly well - and maybe even give you a little more grip. Try it once. Savor the smoothness of the ride compared to the rock-hard 62 p.s.i. You might be willing to give up a couple kilometers of battery range for the leap in ride comfort.)

    I'm fortunate I live in a small (8,000 pop) town with great streets and miles of beautiful paved trails connecting with other small towns. If I'm in the mood I'll make a midnight run (cornfields and/or highways on either side) to the next town 10 miles east. And, I might just keep going another 6 or 7 miles to the Michigan lakefront. I love it!

    I must say I don't get the range that a lot of reviewers say they get (even at 62 p.s.i. That's probably because I outweigh them by a bunch, plus there are numerous hills, and (given my reduced physical stamina) i run 90% of the time in gear 8 or 9 (smallest cog - fastest speed) with the boost set to level 4 (i.e. MAX assist). Even so, I get a solid 12 -15 mile full force run and can easily stretch the trip to 20 miles. And that's actually a substantial bike ride for most people. (And then too - I really lucked out. I found a brand new Elby battery on ebay for $450! So, I wrap the extra battery in a bath towel and bungy cord it in my basket. Now I can run all day with no fear of ever getting stranded. Takes about 15 seconds to swap batteries. Note: A normal healthy person will never need a second/spare battery. I've only used mine twice.)

    I've only gone 300+ miles so far, but they have been flawless, fantastic miles. Okay, the front wheel did loosen up a little early on. All I had to do was loosen the quick-release lever, give it half a clockwise turn and relock the lever. Presto! Wheel bearings snug again. Very simple. No problems at all with the rear wheel tightness/bearings, motor, chain etc.

    The smoothness of the power assist on this Elby is flat out amazing. This bike has been fine-tuned to the n'th degree. (All hail Elby/BionX!!) I just never get tired of running up and down all the badnews hills in our town where other bikes fear to tread. (Love the shocked stares from pedestrians. All part of the fun.) Plus, I can silently glide, effortlessly, for miles and miles through all the nooks and crannies of our town and countryside without creating any hint of a disturbance (as you would on a mtorcycle or convertible or whatever). All of a sudden Taco Bell pops in your head. But - its 2 miles in the wrong direction! NOT a problem - You are there in 6 minutes. No sweat

    Normally I don't use the throttle. But, should I reach my limit for the day I'll say.... "Elby, take me home!". I'll throttle up then (but never when anyone's looking).

    Note: 1) You don't want a wide-angle rear-view camera because it makes cars appear further away than they really are. Dangerous! (Stick with a 90° max camera.) 2) The mount/clamp I used for the 7" monitor is actually the mount that came with the Kryptoniite lock ($17 at Walmart). didn't need it for the lock so I clamped it to the handlebar post, inserted a long 1/4" bolt up through the clamp, with 5 /16 nuts as spacers, attached standard swivel mount to monitor and bolt. You want the monitor pointing directly toward your face. Used Velcro build-up on top edge of monitor and handlebar to cushion monitor. 3) If you want to go crazy and get the brightest outdoor rated monitor (Feelworld 7", $250. Do it. (Should help avoid most image washout conditions in bright light.) But, you will also need a little RCA to HDMI converter (usb powered) and a little black project box to hide it all in. I have all that stuff, but haven't hooked it up as yet on the bike because 90% of the time performance on the cheap monitor is just fine. Plus, it is real easy to add a second camera to this cheap monitor and switch views/cameras with a touch of a button on the monitor. We will see. 4) Ref the rearview camera case - Velcro the batteries to sides of case. Don't over-Velcro, just enough to hold in place and still be able to remove if needed. Also use Velcro straps to secure case to basket using slots on side of case. 5) Basket is attached to rack with 1mm black annodized wire. (Easy to work with.) 6) Read "Comments", below, for more info.

    Here are some Amazon numbers for accessories I used (type into Search box): B07568FY43, B01N7KQPJI, B01M64AQVQ, B01NAGIHJB.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on July 20, 2019
    This is a decent bike, if it was a $1500 bike. When I ride it, it creaks, like a cheap bike. The battery doesn't last as long as advertised (only avg of 17 miles) nor charge as fast (takes at least 8 hours). Their bike service does not service my area, so they aren't able to assist me in a major metro area where I live. This is something I was told I could use. When I contacted customer service, I had to contact them 3x before I heard anything back. The issues are still not addressed or solved.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2021
    Awesome bike! Literally makes you laugh and giggle! I bought one for my wife because of Elby's super comfy design. It was a perfect match! Elby has a super smooth ride, powerful motor,and deluxe features only offered elsewhere at huge prices. It is obvious that elby's creators spent long hours designing a super deluxe ride that will never stop to put a smile on your face! Let's face it....elby for the money can not be nitpick ed out of a five star rating. Of course with any design and personal preferences people can lose sight of reality...The reality is that Elby stands out from the rest.
  • Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2020
    Got 2 Elby bikes (orange and grey). The orange came first and was in great condition. The grey came 2nd and it looked like it was a used bike returned from a customer. We tested both today, 1/3/20, and both bikes seems like it performed the way it should.
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    Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2020
    Got 2 Elby bikes (orange and grey). The orange came first and was in great condition. The grey came 2nd and it looked like it was a used bike returned from a customer. We tested both today, 1/3/20, and both bikes seems like it performed the way it should.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2020
    I love the bike but the red tail lights have never worked and I can’t get anyone to help with getting it repaired. I wouldn’t recommend buying on Amazon because they don’t help if you have a problem.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2021
    First off, I love this bike. It is comfortable, has great performance, and has allowed me to confidently do extended bike rides (12 miles and 8 miles) without fearing that I will be too tired to make it home. I try to use the power assist for hills and rougher roads (e.g. dirt roads), times where peddling typically would tire me out. It has plenty of power to tackle steepish hills (ones that my husband has to stand up on his bike to climb). Be forewarned that using more than 25% power on a flat surface can make the bike move quite quickly!

    The few negatives. Most importantly (and the reason for 4 stars) is that the charge on the battery does not register on the battery itself (through a color-coded touch button) or on the DS3 display screen. I have reached out twice to the company about this problem, and I have not yet received a response. It does not affect performance, but it is frustrating. The light on the battery does change color during the charging process -- so I am able to tell when it is fully charged. I just cannot determine how the charge is changing during rides.

    Second, I replaced the original seat (which was comfortable) with one that is better suited for me. This process took a long time, as it is not possible (as far as we could tell) to remove the seat post from the bike. The bike is too heavy to simply turn upside down to access the seat rails -- and it is not easy to hold the seat in position and line up the bolts from any normal angle. It is a 2-person job, and still took quite a while to accomplish.

    Finally, remember that the bike is heavy. It rides well -- including without power assist. The issue that I have run into is during quick stops. The instructions recommend setting the seat at a normal height (e.g. hip point) to allow for pedaling with optimized leg position. This typically will involve toe touching when sitting on the seat. On two occasions when I had to stop quickly (even from a slow speed, when I was just starting to move), I was not able to get my feet flat on the ground quickly enough to support the weight of the bike. I will be lowering the seat so that I can put my feet flat (or nearly flat) even while on the seat. It may not be ideal for cycling biomechanics, but I will feel safer.
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