Kudos 2013 Performance Ebike Details

[Kudoscycles]

As requested by many members please find photos, specification & price point for the new 2013 Kudos Arriba, Tornado & Cobra performance Ebikes, delivery anticipated Jan/Feb 2013.

The style and performance of these bikes are comparable to a good sports bike plus DIY conversion kit. These bikes are the start of a new range of bikes both from Kudos and other direct import competitors. We hope that this should offer models to suit most customers without the expense of mainland EU imports, it would be nice if the UK can do its own thing.

We will be supporting the launch with over 200 stock bikes plus spares. A spare battery cost will be about £200 plus vat.

This range plus the Secret and Safari models should satisfy most requirements.

The earliest possible official viewing is the London Excel cycle show Jan 17th 2013 but we have sample bikes at Kudos warehouse if anyone wishes a trial ride.

Thank you for your interest.
Dave
Kudos Cycles

 

[Kudoscycles]

Kudos Arriba
The most intuitive of any e-bike I have ridden, the combination of the 'TOP' hill climbing option plus 'Thun' crank torque sensor produces a very powerful bicycle, which faithfully reproduces a non-assisted sports riding style, our current top of the range bicycle.

Frame 18" 6061-T6 aluminium
Fork Suntour SF12-XCM-V3-26, with lockout
Shifter Shimano SL-420, Alivio 27-speed
Front derailleur Shimano FD-M431-6
Rear derailleur Shimano RD-M430-SSGS
Cranks Shimano FC-M431-22/32/44T
BB Thun torque sensor
Gear Shimano CS-HG50-9, 13→32T
Chain KMC Z99
Pedals Wellgo M21
Front hub Shimano ally QR36H
Motor Bafang BPM-CST ally, DC 36v, 250w
Rims Alex dual wall, 36H
Tyres Kenda K1047, 26"x2.1, small block eight
Stem Promax forged, 6061 aluminium
Handlebar Ally x 620mm
Brakes Tektro Auriga E-comp hydraulic disc brakes
Seat Vader 1134A-04, Kudos graphics
Seat post Promax ally 30, 4Ø x 300mm, SP-222
Battery Li-ion, 36v x 10.4AH Samsung
Display Speedo, odometer, 6 option PAS with 'TOP' hill climb
Throttle Throttle-independent, auto return
Max assist speed 25 kmh
Range 50 kms
Max charge time 5 hours
Weight (total) 21 kgs
Standard EN15194
Price £1295.00 inc VAT
Delivery FOC
Availability From any Kudos dealer

 

[Kudoscycles]

Kudos Tornado
The most economical way to experience the hill climbing power of the 'TOP' hill climbing option. Tornado is a bicycle which is particularly suited to a terrain which is mainly flat or gentle incline with the occasional very steep hill. Nicknamed "The Bad Boy Bike" at Kudos!

Frame 18" 6061-T6 aluminium
Fork Suntour SF12-XCM-V3-26
Shifter Shimano SL-M360, Acera 24-speed
Front derailleur Shimano FD-M311-6
Rear derailleur Shimano RD-M390-SSGS
Cranks Pro 36-301 - 22/32/42T
BB B-902
Gear DNP 13→32T
Chain KMC Z72
Pedals Wellgo M21
Front hub Quando ally QR36H
Motor Bafang BPM ally, DC 36v, 250w
Rims Alex dual wall, 36H
Tyres Kenda K1047, 26"x2.1, small block eight
Stem Promax forged, 6061 aluminium
Handlebar Ally x 620mm
Brakes Shimano BR-M375A mechanical disc brakes
Seat Vader 1134A-04, Kudos graphics
Seat post Promax ally 30, 4Ø x 300mm, SP-222
Battery Li-ion, 36v x 10.4AH Samsung
Display King meter, 6 option PAS with 'TOP' hill climb
Throttle Throttle-independent, auto return
Max assist speed 25 kmh
Range 50 kms
Max charge time 5 hours
Weight (total) 21 kgs
Standard EN15194
Price £1045.00 inc VAT
Delivery FOC
Availability From any Kudos dealer

 

[Kudoscycles]

Kudos Cobra
The entry level bicycle in the 2013 Kudos performance range. Considering the price, the style and specification is very high quality and unlike internet based sales you can try at your local Kudos dealer, a true value for money bike.

Frame 18" e-bike, 6061-T6 aluminium
Fork SR Suntour SF12-XCT-V4-DS-PM-26
Shifter Shimano EF-51, 21-speed
Front derailleur Shimano FD-TX50-6
Rear derailleur Shimano RD-TX35 SGS
Cranks 24/34/42T
BB B-902
Gear Shimano 231, 14→34T
Chain KMC Z50
Pedals FP-906
Front hub Ally QR36H
Motor Bafang SWXH, ally, DC 36v, 250w
Rims Dual wall, 36H
Tyres Kenda multi-purpose, K885, 26" x 2.0
Stem 3D forged 6061 ally
Handlebar Ally x 620mm
Brakes JAK-5 mechanical disc brakes
Seat Vader 1134A-04, Kudos graphics
Seat post 3D ally, 27.2mm Ø x 300mm
Battery Li-ion, 36v x 10.4AH Samsung
Display '790' display, 3 PAS options
Throttle Throttle-independent, auto return
Max assist speed 25 kmh
Range 50 kms
Max charge time 5 hours
Weight (total) 21 kgs
Standard EN15194
Price £835.00 inc VAT
Delivery FOC
Availability From any Kudos dealer


Options
An inexpensive DIY fitment option pack is available for Cobra, Tornado and Arriba models. The pack includes mudguards, lights and kickstand. Anticipated price about £35.00 inc VAT.

 

[Blew it]

Which of the Thun BB sensors are you using, is it the X-CELL R or the X-CELL RT?

Handsome looking bikes by the way... very appealing to the younger rider I would imagine.

 

[GaRRy]

Am I the only one wating to see what Eddie says

 

[baldylox]

Thanks Dave,
Now I need to re-think my iminent purchase... Arriba or Bighit (hill climbing is the killer)? I guess I'm just gonna have to try both and see which suits best! Unless the Bighit plummets in price during the next few months...

 

[Kudoscycles]

Which of the Thun BB sensors are you using, is it the X-CELL R or the X-CELL RT?

Handsome looking bikes by the way... very appealing to the younger rider I would imagine.

X-Cell RT.
Dave
Kudoscycles

 

[funkylyn]

Although none of those models appeal to me personally, obviously, as I prefer step thru,and Im not a boy racer ...... I have to say congratulations Dave at getting the weight right down from your previous range.

Still looking forward to seeing your new crank drive step thru as and when.

Lynda

 

[funkylyn]

Am I the only one wating to see what Eddie says

Yes....I think so......

Lynda

 

[eddieo]

Am I the only one wating to see what Eddie says

what do you expect me to say, they "look" fine..... A real step up Dave and well done. So you gonna get rid of the Duke & Duchess?lol

But its only centre drives that really interest me these days.. So looking forward to that reveal, and look forward to a test ride...

I will leave it to you Garry to forensically examine the specification, and evaluate the value for money

 

[GaRRy]

what do you expect me to say, they "look" fine..... A real step up Dave and well done. So you gonna get rid of the Duke & Duchess?lol

But its only centre drives that really interest me these days.. So looking forward to that reveal, and look forward to a test ride...

Eddie there was a reason for the . It was mainly meant as a bit of jest.

 

[grldtnr]

Just intrested to know if there are any developments re the Tourer & city bikes?, like the the 'Duke' and its style, not so keen on the 3 spd hub, possible 8 spd in the offing.

Thinking of buying a Kudos soon

 

[Kudoscycles]

Hi....The Tourer and City are already well proven bikes with many Pedelec forum members riding such bikes,the Tourer comes with either Nexus 8 speed internal hub gears or the very strong Deore 9 speed,Electric bike magazine did a comparative review of both gear systems. The Tourer and City bikes are the workhorses of the Kudos range,not flashy,but will give years of commuter service,the longlife LifeP04 battery keeps running costs low. I think the choice between is whether you like hub or derailleur gears,straight or curved handlebars-the City is my choice for a bike ride,I like the riding position.
The Duke at £695.00 is amazing value but you have to be tall,the 3-speed hub works well but you would not want to ride this bike without power assist.
I dont intend to change the specification of these bikes they have a loyal customer base who like them just as they are.
Dave
Kudoscycles

 

[grldtnr]

That answers my question D!,

Have had a whizz on the Tourer, initial impressons are good! the 'duke' would suit my size,as I am tall and big, love the extra rack on the front ,reminds me of my old postie bike! but alack no 8 spd hub, too expensive to upgrade.

cogitating that Tourer 8 spd,still

 

[Kudoscycles]

Dave,bumped at your request,the spec is same
Dave
Kudoscycles

 

[Kudoscycles]

Bumped at the request of Dave
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Kudoscycles

 

[Kudoscycles]

bumped at the request of Dave
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[Old_Dave]

Bumped at no body's request... But it's been several hours since it was bumped last


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[Deleted member 4366]

To be fair to Dave, Dave, I asked Dave to remind us because I was too lazy to search.
Dave

Bumped at no body's request... But it's been several hours since it was bumped last


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