Bradwell

What is your location and as I would like to view the bike? Ian

That's great Mr E, hope you get some time and a nice day tomorrow to try it out. Please let us know how it goes. John

Hi again, still wondering if anyone has tried or bought the Torq Trekking yet? They have been out for a couple of months now, but maybe no one is buying them. I am beginning to think importing a Wisper Works 905se from Germany is better value for money despite the relatively minor negative feedback they have received on the forum. John

Come on, somebody on the forum must have at the very least tried one ?

I would be very interested to hear if anyone has bought or tried the new Torq Trekking. How does it compare to the old one and does it come with the new improved Li Ion battery. Also what improvements have been made to the battery. John

For anybody that is interested, it is item number 290187425897

Just sent you a PM. John

Word of caution when ordering, I'm 6'0" and was going to order a large frame 57cm model, Tim of 50cycles is 6'1" and told me the 57cm was too big for him and recommeded the 53cm medium frame would be better so that is what I ordered. John

Just Ordered Just phoned Tim at 50cycles and placed an order for an Agutta. Tim said they should have it in next week. I'm going to collect rather than have it delivered. Word of caution when ordering, I'm 6'0" and was going to order a large frame 57cm model, Tim is 6'1" and told me the 57cm was too big for him and recommeded the 53cm medium frame would be better so that is what I ordered. Will post progress reports for anybody who is thinking of buying

Das unterschied zwischen Kalkhoff und Raleigh modellen ist nur kosmetische! Johannes (aka John)

Here is some info on the Raleigh clones of the Kalkhoff Agutta available on the German market, or is it vice versa? RALEIGH Leicester E 7G Model aprox. £1289 (same as 7 speed Kalkhoff Agutta) RALEIGH Leicester E de luxe 8G Pedelec Model approx £1432 (Deluxe 8 speed version of Kalkhoff Agutta) RALEIGH Dover E 8G Pedelec Model approx £1575 (Gents 8 speed version of Kalkhoff Agutta)Link to Raleigh Deutschland website Raleigh Bikes - Best of britain bikes - Link to German Raleigh Pedelec Dealer RADWELT SCHERER - Elektroräder http://www.raleigh.de/bikes/images/bikes/big/ra_leicester_e_dati_ret08.jpg http://www.raleigh.de/bikes/images/bikes/big/ra_leicester_e_deluxe_ret08.jpg http://www.raleigh.de/bikes/images/bikes/big/ra_dover_e_he_ret08.jpg

Oh dear Flecc, isn't that a shame with only 9 days until the price increase. I was hanging on your every word before deciding to place an order or not:rolleyes: It's a shame that 50cycles seem to gaining a monoply in the supply of 'good' electric bikes in the UK apart from possibly Wisper. Have thought about importing from Germany myself, there seem to be plenty of people selling the new Raleigh models over there. Warranty would be a problem though and anyway they would probably end up in a detention centre for illegal bicycles:eek:

Hi Flecc, look forward to hearing your comments following your test.

Has anybody noticed that the Raleigh German pedelec range is identical to the Kalkhoff models and the 2008 gent's model is available now. Hope they do come to the UK one way or another.

Yes Flecc, I have read all that already, but has anyone out there actually ridden one?????????

Thanks Flecc, I had already gleaned that info. It's sounds like a worthy sucessor to the Lafree Twist Lite on paper, but that is my dilema, I don't want be the first to own one and find it a disappointment in the flesh. I also wonder if 50cycles is taking orders and money up front before placing orders with the manufacturer? Holding my breath and waiting for severe retribution from the mighty 50cycles! Hopfully they will respond to this unlike my emails and PM!

Has anyone bought or ridden an Agutta? How long did you have to wait for it? How much use has it had? Does it live up to your expactations? How does it compare to other electric bikes you have ridden?I am seriously considering buying one, but wonder whether to wait for the gent's version. I don't really want to be pressured into buying to beat the price increase. It's a bit cheeky to introduce a new bike and increase the price before people are able to see unbiased comments and opion such as the A to B test which won't be published before the price goes up. There has been a lot of 'hype', but what is it really like:confused: Thanks

Hi John, may I ask what it cost, what is the spec and do you have any photos you can post on the forum. There is no info on the Wisper site about this model and nothing on at the Electric Transport Shop site either. Thanks;)

Hi Canadian Cadence, any photos of your setup? P.S. When I lived in St. Johns, Newfoudland, Canadian Tire was my favourite store. Thanks

I'm looking for an electric bike, it must be in good working order Can collect and pay cash.

Hi Andrew, there is a company that does it (scroll to the bottom of the page on this link and have a look at Battery Replacement) Electric Bicycle & Tricycle Prices But before you do read what the 'Guru' has to say here battchoice

Posted this in the New Torq Trekking Downgraded thread yesterday, but can't get a response to it from 50cycles through the forum or email, so I am trying again here. Message was:- Can you please be specific about the spec of the "current shipment", what exactly is the spec? What will the delivery date be? What does the guarantee cover and for how long? Do you require a deposit if I place an order? I sent 2 emails yesterday and have not received a reply to the 2nd one? Thanks

Hi, it's an ugly beast with Lead Acid Battery and the whole thing weights a ton. Might be in new condition, probably because nobody wanted to bust a gut riding it, but it is certainly several years old.

Electric Bike Wanted! All Makes Considered! I'm looking for an electric bike, it must be in good working order Can collect and pay cash.

Hi Jaytee, Private Message sent, Please respond. Thanks