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Originally Posted by flecc
The only place you'll find average speeds published for a range of e-bikes is in A to B's road tests, where they usually report them.
Of course it's not a reliable measure anyway, since so much depends on the rider's ability.
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Thanks flecc.. I was just researching the question myself and found A to B's road tests. Your own website is also an invaluable resource for a guide to the performance on a range popular electric bikes.
As you say speed depends on many factors.. weight of rider.. age.. fitness.. wind speed etc.,
This is the information I found:
Powabyke: source A to B magazine
Assisted average speed - close to 15 mph
Torq (de-restricted): source 50cycles - extracts from A to B review
Assisted average speed - "flattish 9 mile" - 19.6 mph, pedalling with "reasonable enthusiasm"
Synergie Mistral:
Assisted average speed - 12 mph (using minimum effort)
After reading on A to B's website, I personally think the Powabyke should be on "The Maestro's" short list if he wants a cheap e-bike bought locally, in case it goes wrong, just for commuting to work.
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