not sure I get the point of e-road bikes, surely those things will smash the 15mph restriction by the time you have pulled your spandex back out of your ass! de-restricted however... hmm, now that could be fun.The FAZUA is the go to system for the new breed of super high end Road E-Bikes from the likes of Pinarello ,Look, Whisper and others, so I would assume they are shipping out he units as fast as they can make them at the moment.
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E gravel bikes would be good I imagine if you are just using connecting roads.not sure I get the point of e-road bikes, surely those things will smash the 15mph restriction by the time you have pulled your spandex back out of your ass! de-restricted however... hmm, now that could be fun.
Amazing looking Zesty though, looking forward to hearing your experiences
They would, but I still feel the range on these 250Wh road and gravel machines is going to be a bit limiting if you are using them in their optimal (hills/mountains) environment. They could do with a leap in battery tech even more so than EMTBs.E gravel bikes would be good I imagine if you are just using connecting roads.
Not unless it’s got a Rapha label on it ?I agree, weekend road rides are typically long endurance rides, 4 hours and plus. And roadies are not allowed to wear a back-bag filled with batteries, shock horror.
I have ridden the fazua and the E bike motion system and I preferred the E bike motion system.The FAZUA is the go to system for the new breed of super high end Road E-Bikes from the likes of Pinarello ,Look, Whisper and others, so I would assume they are shipping out he units as fast as they can make them at the moment.
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So come on then @Welshrobinireland... You've had it a while now , how does it ride? Pleased with your choice? What sort of range are you achieving on 1 battery?Look what just arrived
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Is that the one in the Orbea Gain (EDIT - Yes it is)? I did like that when I tried it at the NEC - simple to use, decoupled very nicely above 25kph and had more than enough oomph.I have ridden the fazua and the E bike motion system and I preferred the E bike motion system.
Yes, I ended up buying the gain over the fazua system. The only advantage the fazua has was the handlebar controlsIs that the one in the Orbea Gain (EDIT - Yes it is)? I did like that when I tried it at the NEC - simple to use, decoupled very nicely above 25kph and had more than enough oomph.
True, though in an eMTB there is a significant advantage to the Fazua - the motor system is not unsprung weight as it is with a hub drive. On a road bike though I agree that a really good hub drive is probably slightly superior, certainly from a maintenance perspective.Yes, I ended up buying the gain over the fazua system. The only advantage the fazua has was the handlebar controls
Ok, so I'm trying to put some kind of review together that doesn't make me look like a fanboy. but to answer your question I've done nearly 100km so far since I got it. I got a spare battery at the same time but I'm yet to need it. My usual local route has 305 meters of climbing and a nice little downhill section with a mix of terrain. that little loop is nearly 13km and I use 30% battery. I've also done my usual 34 km Sunday ride with 600 meters of climb and still didn't need the extra battery. It's very different to my Scott which has a shimano motor and the Bosch powered lappiere I had before that. It's very difficult to explain. Yes on the Scott I got a workout as I was always on eco. This fazua is unreal. The workout on this motor is much more like a regular bike. I'm throwing it around like I'm a teenager again. So yes I'm very happy with it. Will be doing a 45km ride this weekend so I'm expecting to need the spare battery. Ps, I haven't experienced any of the negative stuff you'll read about in another review. You've probably watched robs videos on this bike. What they say about it is spot on tbh.So come on then @Welshrobinireland... You've had it a while now , how does it ride? Pleased with your choice? What sort of range are you achieving on 1 battery?
Thanks for the update and description if the ride and workout is like a regular bike is there much point of the fazua? How much assistance does this motor actually offer and how much noise does it emit compared to the Shimano and Bosch? CheersOk, so I'm trying to put some kind of review together that doesn't make me look like a fanboy. but to answer your question I've done nearly 100km so far since I got it. I got a spare battery at the same time but I'm yet to need it. My usual local route has 305 meters of climbing and a nice little downhill section with a mix of terrain. that little loop is nearly 13km and I use 30% battery. I've also done my usual 34 km Sunday ride with 600 meters of climb and still didn't need the extra battery. It's very different to my Scott which has a shimano motor and the Bosch powered lappiere I had before that. It's very difficult to explain. Yes on the Scott I got a workout as I was always on eco. This fazua is unreal. The workout on this motor is much more like a regular bike. I'm throwing it around like I'm a teenager again. So yes I'm very happy with it. Will be doing a 45km ride this weekend so I'm expecting to need the spare battery. Ps, I haven't experienced any of the negative stuff you'll read about in another review. You've probably watched robs videos on this bike. What they say about it is spot on tbh.
I'm a huge fan of emtb in general. this motor is very much working in the background almost un noticed, until you switch it off. Then you realise how much its helping. No where near as punchy as the other motors and for me much better for it. I dont think this motor will suit every one, but it suits me. For sure if you listen really carefully you can just about hear it.Thanks for the update and description if the ride and workout is like a regular bike is there much point of the fazua? How much assistance does this motor actually offer and how much noise does it emit compared to the Shimano and Bosch? Cheers
Perfect description.One of the key things to remember about the E-Zesty is that it is a bike meant and designed to be ridden aggressively, meaning that it is aimed at people who are going to be riding hard up and down hill - it is not designed for lazier uphill riding - its a different take on what an emtb can be, and won't be for everyone, offering more of an assistance when really needed over an always present approach.
McCarthy cycles here in cork. Was thinking of a cheeky little jaunt home for a weekend and I'll bring it with me. I'm from pretty much where bike park Wales is. I'm loving seeing how far the battery will take me. Am genuinely surprised.Yeah I am desperate to try one! Where did you get yours from as no one this side of the Irish Sea seems to have stock?
My local loop tends to be a 20 mile 90 minute blast with about 600m of elevation, that I like to do full pelt without stopping, and would love to see how the Zesty goes in that, as I am probably 60/40 in Eco/Trail on my Vitus.
Nice! Glad you’re lovin it. BPW would be a good testMcCarthy cycles here in cork. Was thinking of a cheeky little jaunt home for a weekend and I'll bring it with me. I'm from pretty much where bike park Wales is. I'm loving seeing how far the battery will take me. Am genuinely surprised.
I think they said something about wallowing or something. maybe its because I'm far from a pro but the level of grip and comfort over pesky rock gardens is amazing. Again I'm no pro.EmBn - It's not really a review as such. No verdict given. But still an interesting watch and I love the fact the battery and motor can simply be removed.. Looks great and love Steve's enthusiasm and riding.
The main negative point raised elsewhere concerned the lack of mid stroke support if I remember rightly. Given the fact that this can be tuned out to some extent, i really think Lapierre are onto a winner with this.
It's a seriously sexy looking bike.
Fair point. I think the meters is roughly multiplied by 3 and 32km is 20 miles ish.So being an old fart I’m having to convert km to miles and meters to feet.
Seems quite a good range
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