Kul elektrisk bysykkel, NEDAO CRUISER
Specifications
- Name: Nedao Pedelec
- Frame: Gepida Alu 6061
- Fork: Steel
- Headset: Gepida Integrated A-Head
- Crankset: Prowheel A002/170 mm
- BB parts: Yamaha
- Rim: Rodi Vision Double Wall Alu, 36L
- Spoke: Steel
- Front hub: Gepida Alu QR 36L
- Rear hub: Shimano Nexus Inter 3 26L
- Saddle: Selle Royal Drifter
- Pedal: BMX SP-102 Alu
- Shifting lever: Shimano Revoshift Inter 3
- Outer tyre: Schwalbe Big Apple 26X2,35
- Rear derailleur: Shimano Inter 3
- Frame size: 46 cm
- Battery: Li-Ion (1,9 kilo)
- Pris kr. 15.000,-
Pedelec is an abbreviation of Pedal Electric Cycle. Like the name already shows, this is a bicycle that will only move when the person pedals. Likewise, when the person stops pedaling, the motor will also stop. De driver of a Pedelec thus pedals himself but he will be assisted by an electrical system that gives additional power. The amount of additional power depends on the pedaling force of the driver which is measured by a sensor. This system is comparable with the powering steering system of automobiles.
For the European legislation a Pedelec falls under the same category as a regular bicycle because the power is not higher than 250 Watt and there is pedal assistance until a velocity of 25km/hour has been reached. Consequently there is also no obligation to have a driver’s license, no registration and no obligation to have insurance. Moreover, there is no obligation to wear a helmet.
The very first Pedelec was invented in 1998 by the Japanese brand Yamaha, which is a worldwide renowned motorcycle producer.
An electric bicycle makes use of a hub motor that is directly connected to the wheel which gives the highest benefit for the battery. Most electric bicycles use 250 watt which can lead up to a speed of approximately 25 km/hour. In a Gepida Pedelec the Yamaha PAS electrical system is being used that contains an inbuilt computer through which propulsion is sent. The motor as well as the battery are located at the crankshaft in order to give an optimal weight distribution.
In total there are four different kinds of batteries that can be eligible for an electric bicycle. Here you find an overview. The Sealed lead acid, short SLA, can be compared with the lead battery that is found in cars. Nickel Cadmium, abbreviated as NiCd, is lighter than the SLA. However, it is hard to obtain because it does not comply anymore with the strict environmental regulations. NiMH, short for Nickel Metal hydride, has a higher quantity of power in the battery than the NiCd battery and is also a lot lighter. Finally there is the Lithium-Ion battery. Compared to the three previous batteries, this battery provides more power and is the most advanced battery available on the market that is being used for electric bicycles. The Lithium Ion battery used in the Gepida Pedelec has a higher power (8,2 Ah), can be charged in c. 4 hours, weighs only 1.990g, is economical, has a long lifespan (c. 800 loading cycles) and has a constant capacity.
The Gepida Pedelec contains a removable battery and a special Yamaha PAS charger that you can use in every power socket. The battery needs approximately 4 hours to be fully charged and herewith reaches an autonomy of about 50 to 70 ‘real’ km in mixed use and more than 90 ‘real’ km in ‘ECO’ mode.
The Gepida electric bicycles have a warranty period of 2 years in which your dealer will replace your spare parts and make reparations without any cost.
