ELOPS 500 E Low Frame Electric City Bike 2020
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel
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Wheels 700c
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Suspension Rigid
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Motor Specialized 250W 90Nm mid-drive
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Battery "250 watts (complies with EU standard), brushless motor, mounted on the rear wheel. Motor torque: 26 Nm. 24 volt/8.8 Ah (221 Wh) battery, 2.1 kg, 2-year warranty (from 350 to 500 charge cycles to 100%) equipped with Samsung elements. Everything is controlled by an LCD dashboard with 3 modes + a "walking" mode for pushing the bike while walking next to it. Battery life lasts between 30 and 45 km depending on your weight, use, incline, air temperature, and assistance mode.
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Brakes Rim
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
"The steel frame is lowered to make it easier to get on and off. Made out of steel for a very durable bike and fewer vibrations. The frame's dimensions were designed for users measuring between 1.60m and 1.80m."
Suspension Fork
To limit vibrations, on cobblestones for example, the bike is equipped with a curved steel fork.
Wheels
Tires
"Your bike is equipped with 28-inch, double-walled tyres with 36 spokes for improved durability. And for greater comfort, we chose wide tyres."
Brakes
Brakes
Your bike is fitted with aluminium V-brakes with interchangeable pads. The life span of your brake pads accounts for the weight and speed of an electric bike. In poor conditions (rain, regularly carrying loads on the bike, etc.), their life span is 400 km.
Motor & Battery
Motor
"250 watts (complies with EU standard), brushless motor, mounted on the rear wheel. Motor torque: 26 Nm. 24 volt/8.8 Ah (221 Wh) battery, 2.1 kg, 2-year warranty (from 350 to 500 charge cycles to 100%) equipped with Samsung elements. Everything is controlled by an LCD dashboard with 3 modes + a "walking" mode for pushing the bike while walking next to it. Battery life lasts between 30 and 45 km depending on your weight, use, incline, air temperature, and assistance mode.
Battery
"250 watts (complies with EU standard), brushless motor, mounted on the rear wheel. Motor torque: 26 Nm. 24 volt/8.8 Ah (221 Wh) battery, 2.1 kg, 2-year warranty (from 350 to 500 charge cycles to 100%) equipped with Samsung elements. Everything is controlled by an LCD dashboard with 3 modes + a "walking" mode for pushing the bike while walking next to it. Battery life lasts between 30 and 45 km depending on your weight, use, incline, air temperature, and assistance mode.
About this model
500 E Low Frame Electric City Bike is part of the Elops E 500 model. 3 e-bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Elops E 500 e-bikes models from 2020, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the ELOPS 500 E Low Frame Electric City Bike 2020 has a starting price of 850$. ELOPS 500 E Step Over Classic Electric Bike 2020 on the other hand is the most expensive at 850$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Comfort e-bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Comfort e-bike is 1957$. However, you could also get a good Comfort e-bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In conclusion, always check e-bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
At the moment of the release date, ELOPS 500 E Low Frame Electric City Bike price was 850$. Comparing this to the average Comfort e-bike price, we see that the price is 130.24% smaller.
Comfort e-bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Comfort e-bike is 24.38 kg (53.75 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
ELOPS 500 E Low Frame Electric City Bike it’s weighing 25.65 kg (56.55 lbs). At this weight, is a bit heavier than average. In other words, this model is 5.21% heavier than the average Comfort e-bike.
500 E Low Frame Electric City Bike components
Fork material
500 E Low Frame Electric City Bike has a steel fork, which is tougher than carbon in the case of an impact. However, it can add some extra weight to the e-bike.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the 500 E Low Frame Electric City Bike e-bike is equipped with the 700c model. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. ELOPS 500 E Low Frame Electric City Bike has Rim brakes installed. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.
Sizes
This e-bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.
