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Reviewer: John Fielding

Purchased From: C.H.White and Son

Model: Mu P8 conversion

Purchase Price: £929.00

Time Owned: 6 Months

Local Terrain: Moderate Hills


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Strengths:
Good quality frame & wide gear range. Minimal drag from motor when ridden without power. Manages moderate moderate hills comfortably as long as you're prepared to pedal. Has proved very reliable over 6 months of ownership.


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Weaknesses:
Relatively low powered. Very much a pedal bike with electric assist. Throttle only control, no pedelec option. NIMH battery relatively heavy with limited range of about 15 to 20 miles.



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Summary:
The bike has been used mainly for commutes of between 6 & 8 miles each way in all weather. One gradual but lengthy gradient. It has made the difference for me between cycling or not cycling to work. The throttle though is a matter of preference. I've modified it to make it easier to grip and can now manage okay. My wife finds that she cannot hold the throttle open for any length of time without wrist problems. Motto - try before you buy. Overall, a decent and stylish folder but probably not so good in very hilly ares.

Overall Rating (out of 10): 7.5