This is an article from the MediaGene Commerce team.
Reprinted from Lifehacker [Japanese version]:
In the past few years, I feel that the options for electric assist bicycles have increased dramatically. Sporty road bikes and cute mini velo bikes are good, but how about a more unique fat bike?
The “XPLORER” that appeared in machi-ya is an electric assist bicycle with an outstanding impact that you will never forget once you see it. Fold it up and you can take it anywhere in your car.
We will introduce recommended products for those who want to attack the city and off-road with bulky tires.
It can be used on mountain roads and bumpy roads!
A bicycle with thick tires requires a lot of energy to pedal instead of guaranteeing a stable ride. With the "XPLORER" with electric assist, you can easily overcome your weak points.
It is easy to start rowing, so even women who are not confident in their leg strength can ride it. It seems that the range of adventures on bicycles will expand at once, such as mountain roads, uneven riverbed roads, and frozen roads.
Extremely thick tires and suspension mean you don't have to worry about bumps in the city
You won't see this coolness like a small off-road bike anywhere else. If you go around town with a tire of about 10 cm, it will be guaranteed to attract attention.
Since it can run on asphalt without any problems, it can be said that it is suitable for commuting and city driving. Especially if you have many bumps along the way, "XPLORER" is a reliable ally. In addition to the extra-thick tires with high cushioning, the front and rear suspensions absorb shocks, so you can run over steps and small stairs as they are.
Large-capacity battery for continuous mileage of 120km
One of the concerns with electric assist bicycles is battery life. The battery installed in the "XPLORER" has a large capacity that allows it to run up to 120km. The capacity of the battery that fits comfortably in the top tube is 48V/15Ah (720W).
Although it is possible to fully charge in 5 to 7 hours, the problem is when to charge. Don't worry about that. With "XPLORER", the large display mounted on the stem of the handle properly shows the remaining battery power.
On this display, you can also see the running speed, running distance, and assist mode status. Furthermore, a USB port is installed at the bottom of the display. You can also charge your smartphone by taking advantage of the large-capacity battery.
Folds quickly
So far, the XPLORER has only a tough and bold impression, but it actually has a modest side. By folding it into a size that can be loaded in a car with plenty of room. If you're worried about your cool bike being stolen, you can bring it into your entryway or room. If it can be folded in two steps and become compact like this, it won't be too difficult to store it every time.
As a point of interest in terms of functionality, the Shimano 7-speed gear allows fine adjustment of speed and load. If you can adjust it well and have a good battery life, you can do it.
Furthermore, the mechanical disc brake exerts a strong stopping power. Monster machines are under control even on downhills and in the rain.
The electric assist bicycle "XPLORER", which is available in 8 colors, is currently accepting support at machi-ya. At the time of writing, there are vacancies in the support course of 189,800 yen (including consumption tax and shipping), which is 33% off the planned sales price. There is a limited number of participants, so early consideration is recommended. A backup battery support course is also available, so if you are thinking of a more thorough operation, check this out.
You can check the details of the specifications and appeal of the product from the following web page.
[Limited quantity] Powerful folding electric assist bicycle with full suspension and extra-thick tires33% OFF 189,800 yen ~
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>>Powerful folding electric assist bicycle with full suspension and extra-thick tires
Source: machi-ya
