Urban Mover Terrain Folding Electric Bike

Urban Mover Terrain Folding Electric Bike (26-Inch Wheels)

Release Date : 2008-07-30 Publisher : Urban Mover Company : Urban Mover

Features

• Electric mountain bike with advanced Panasonic lithium battery and brushless hub motor
• Lets you maintain speeds of 12 to 18 miles per hour with a minimum of effort
• Lightweight, folding aluminum alloy frame; Shimano Tourney gear set and shifter
• Alloy wheel rims with stainless-steel spokes; Kenda puncture-resistant tires and tubes
• Front and rear V-brakes; UM-V sprung gel comfort saddle; 5-year frame warranty

Product Description

Our UM24 Urban Terrain folding bike easily folds up into half of its size. It is ideal for the trunk, camper, or simply for easier storage. It includes a sensor that feels how hard you are peddling and instantly provides electric power to match your efforts. Even a casual peddler can maintain speeds of 12 ? 18 mph with a minimum of effort. Stop peddling and the power is interrupted so that you are always in total control. Easily remove the battery or charge it while it is on the bike with any traditional electrical outlet. The Urban Terrain includes 100% high end parts with Shimano components, Panasonic lithium battery, Tektro brakes, Kenda self-seal tires and tubes and a premium hybrid alloy frame. Lithium batteries are state of the art because they are the lightest weight on the market and they provide the best power to range ratio. Our bikes include a sensor that feels how hard the rider is peddling and instantly provides electric power to match the effort. Even a casual peddler can maintain speeds of 12-18 mph with minimal effort. Stop peddling and the power is interrupted instantly so that the rider is always in total control. Easily remove the battery or charge it on the bike with any traditional electrical outlet. The bikes are outfitted entirely with high end parts including Shimano components, Panasonic lithium battery, Tektro brakes, Kenda self-sealing tires & tubes and a premium alloy frame. e-Moto and our Urban Mover line of electric bikes, scooters, and powerboards are the perfect solution for both transportation and recreation. Electric vehicles offer zero emissions and maximum fun. We focus on products that are good for the environment and also offer an excellent alternative mode of transportation.

Amazon.com Product Description

The most popular form of transportation in the world is the bicycle, but few Americans take it seriously as a car alternative. Enter the Urban Mover Terrain electric bike, a battery-powered bicycle that can go farther and faster than a conventional bike with little effort. The Terrain is outfitted with such features as a lightweight, folding aluminum alloy frame, a Shimano Tourney gear set and shifter, and 20-inch alloy wheel rims with stainless-steel spokes. The folding frame is particularly convenient, as it takes up about as much space as the average piece of luggage, letting you tuck it snugly into the corner of your trunk or closet. It's the advanced Panasonic lithium battery and powerful UM brushless hub motor that really steal the show, however. The electric assistance makes it easy to pop into town for groceries or commute across the city, because the bike's sensor detects how hard you're riding and instantly matches the effort. Even a casual peddler can maintain speeds of 12 to 18 miles per hour with a minimum of effort. And when you stop peddling, the power is interrupted immediately so that you're always in total control. It's the perfect bike for commuters tired of facing traffic jams day in and day out or dealing with the spiraling costs of car ownership.

The Terrain offers a real alternative to the social and fiscal costs of driving. Maintenance and fuel costs are minimal, with the electricity for charging the fuel checking in at about 10 cents for every 12 to 18 miles (the charger works in standard outlets and charges in less than six hours). In addition, the bike effectively flattens hills by increasing your average speed on the approach, making it simple to climb hills of up to 12 percent without collapsing in exhaustion. And although it won't keep you as fit as a conventional bike, the Terrain will get you outdoors and moving. Perhaps the most popular feature, however, is the emission-free design, which is far cleaner and greener than carbon-based transportation. And if you charge the bike using power from a wind generator or solar panels, you'll be even greener. All that plus it doesn't smell or rattle, is completely silent, and is easy to maintain.

The Terrain electric bike goes farther and faster than conventional bikes.

The Terrain folds into a compact footprint and stores in a trunk. Bike Features:

• Lightweight, folding alloy frame
• Fully sealed bearing system
• Unique telescoping handlebars
• 20-inch alloy wheels with stainless-steel spokes
• Shimano Tourney 6-speed derailleur gears
• Shimano Tourney thumb shift gear change
• Kenda puncture-resistant tires
• Kenda self-sealing inner tubes
• Suspension seat post
• Sealed headset and crank bearings
• Variable pedal assist control
• Tektro V-type front and rear brakes
• Patented locking side release battery mechanism
• Integrated rear wheel lock and chain
• Handlebar mounted charge indicator
• UM sprung gel comfort saddle with quick-release mechanism
• Integrated side stand
• Chrome ABS corrosion-proof mud guards
• Rear alloy parcel rack
• Platinum metallic finish
• 5-year frame warranty; 1-year warranty on components and battery

Specifications:

• System voltage: 26 volts
• Battery pack: Panasonic lithium ion 26-volt, 9 Ah
• Digital battery charger: 110 to 240 volts, (50 to 60 Hz)
• USA motor rating: 250 watts, 26 volts
• Motor type: Brushless with single-stage planetary gearing
• Motor controller type: Digital VPAC
• Gradient capability: Up to 12 percent
• Maximum range (VPAC motor assisted): 21 miles
• Maximum speed: 15 miles per hour
• Wheel size: 20 inches
• Rims/spokes: Alloy/stainless steel
• Brake: V-brake front and rear
• Rear gear set: Shimano Tourney 6 speed
• Rear parcel rack and carrier: Yes
• Full-chromed ABS mud-guard set: Yes
• Bottom crank size: 48T
• Saddle model and type: UM-V comfort sprung gel
• Frame length: 60 inches
• Wheel base: 44 inches
• Weight: 43.3 pounds

Customer reviews

The best way to get around! by .. Z. Bacik (Seattle, WA)
As a citizen of the environmentally-minded mecca of Seattle, having a zero-emission means of transportation is a plus. Since my place of business is too far to walk to, too close to drive to, and a little difficult to take the bus to, I started looking into a bike. Then I thought about those early mornings when I might not be awake enough to pedal my way to work, so I looked into an electric scooter. But those are a little too much for my needs (and I don't have a garage to put it in). After some more research, I stumbled upon this baby.




This bike is perfectly tailored to fit my needs. It looks and functions a lot like a normal bike, but when you begin to pedal, the motor kicks in (if turned on) and allows you to pedal with ease. It takes a little getting used to, but once you do, it's addictive. And, when you actually want to propel yourself by your own strength, a simple flick of a switch puts you back on human-power. It's really quite ingenious. As for storage, this is a folding bike, so I tuck it away in a closet when the day is done.



For specs, I find this bike to be very well equipped. The first thing that caught my eye was the lithium-ion batteries. These batteries--as you probably know--are the same batteries they put in your cellphones and laptops. While they offer long runtimes, their best quality is that they have no memory effect. I used to race RC cars in my youth, and was always annoyed with the nickel-cadmium batteries that have to be fully-charged and fully-drained if you don't want them to lose their ability to hold a charge. These batteries don't do that, which is a major plus.



As for the other details, this bike is rated for 21 miles, but I find I can get more. I work about five miles from home, and I tend to use the pedal-assist motor to get there and pedal myself on the way back. My route is relatively flat with a few light slopes. I've been able to go a full work-week without recharging. (And, when you do have to recharge, it's very quick.)



Assembly is super-easy. You just insert the seat and handlebars, attach the pedals, front tire, and brakes, and you are ready to go. All the tools necessary are included. I'm no master of machinery, and I had this assembled in minutes.



I really can't say anything bad about this bike. It is fast, runs for a long time, is convenient to store, easy to assemble, and has a cool, futuristic aesthetic. I'm still not ready to ditch my car, but for local transportation, this can't be beat.