Test verslagen eZee Torq
fiets
It really extends
the range of electric bikes'
A to B
magazine's
long term test report
94.7
Pick and Pay Cycle Challenge 2007 -
South African DJ, Julio Garcia, finished the 2007
94.7 Cycle Challenge in 4 hrs 30 mins on an eZee
Torq on Sunday 18 November in Johannesburg. The race
went without any incidence and the Torq performed
extremely well over the almost 100km's. Well done
Julio and the 2008 eZee Torq. It has been said that
this cycle race is even tougher than the Argus
taking place annually in Cape Town.
Read More...
eZee
on Highveld Stereo -
18/11/2007 Julio Garcia
had an interview with James Swift from eZee SA on
Highveld Stereo; one of Joburgs biggest radio
stations.
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CYCLINGPLUS
Pick
of the year
'If you're a cycling purist then my choice might
alarm, but I rate it as a real groundbreaker. The
Ezee Torq electric bike I reviewed in Cycling
Plus 188 is a throttle-assist machine based
around a hybrid style alloy frame. It packs an
astounding zip into a relatively small front hub
motor, powered by the latest lithium battery
technology. If you're interested in getting a bit of
assistance it's worth taking a look at the Torq. The
version I tried weighed 25kg complete with lights,
mudguards and rack. Even better was the 50 km
single-charge range.'
Richard Peace made the eZee Torq his Pick of
the Year in the January 2007 issue of Cycling Plus
magazine.
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It
is official, the Torq is the best electic bike.
Winner of the
Tour de Presteigne
electric bike rally for two years in a row. The eZee
Torq took on the best (and not-so-best) electric
bikes to clinch victory...again.
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'I'm amazed. I'm truly amazed! It’s absolutely excellent for the
hills – I also found the throttle handy for some of the busy
roundabouts on my route. It’s helpful to be able to move quickly
when you’re in front of all those cars, the motor gets you on
your way. A total revelation.' Chris Kelly's for BBC
Bristol
'What a
great electric bike. The eZee Torq is super light and feels like
a non-powered road bike. The 250 watt motor has amazing
pull, it just keeps building up speed very smoothly to what
feels like 30 km/h. A very efficient setup that runs for many
miles per charge (unlike those older, heavy eBikes). The eZee
Torq is the bike rider's electric bike'
reviewed by electric-powered-bikes.com
'One of the most exciting machines
around, quite unique. Gentle, refined, deliciously
fast... very nearly the lightest electric bike we've seen, yet
it comprehensively beat the flat road speed record, the mountain
course record and the hill-climbing record. Could we really not
recommend it?' A to B's original
eZee Torq electric bike review
Journalist Quentin Van Marle rode the
whole 3220 kilometer stretch of the
Mississippi river on the eZee Torq.
Visit the site!
Professional Engineering Magazine's
review of the Torq
Ian Seager used a Torq prototype to cycle
between London and Paris in September 2005, one of the first
electric bicycles of any kind to take part in the
Royal British Legion's annual Poppy tour.
What
others are saying - many SA stories to follow!
'You can ride to work in the morning and not
even break a sweat, arriving relaxed and fresh; pedal back home in
the afternoons to get your daily exercise. It's quiet, good for the
environment and a lot cheaper than using your car for such short
commutes.' James, Potchefstroom, SA -
see photos
'What a way to spend your Sunday afternoons!
Quality time for couples who want to enjoy the outdoors toghether,
get some exercise and still have breath to talk. Suddenly, I love
cycling again.' Lente Jansen van Vuren, Potchefstroom, SA -
see photos
'I ought to thank you
for the Torq bike I have been using. I am still amazed by the
journey times I can maintain on it, its range and its power up hill.
I live in Vale of Belvoir which is a delightful but hilly area. I
can now cover long distances on quite rough paths and really enjoy
the countryside and get some exercise, but without giving in and
walking up the various steep climbs.
It is pleasant and by
far the cheapest way to reach the local shops and post office. It
will have paid for itself in fuel saved in its first 18 months of
ownership at this rate. I've had a puncture or two but no mechanical
or electrical failures, even in heavy rain. It is a quality product.
Unlike most electric bikes it is quite OK to pedal when the battery
is flat as well. I am really pleased with it and would recommend the
Ezee Torq to anybody.' Dr Dave
Elliman
'This is the most brilliant bike I have ever ridden - the speed and
lightness are incredible.'
Richard, London
'I received and have
been using the Torq for a couple of days and am getting to work and
back faster than commuting by train!'
Ian, UK
'I'm just writing to say
how happy I am with my new Torq. I have been using it to commute for
the last two weeks and I'm pleased to say it does everything you
said. It manages to get up the long 10% hill with only minimal help
from me. I have been getting 30 miles out of a single charge. As for
the effort involved, the difference is like walking rather than
jogging, yet I get there faster!'
Duncan, London
'My usual commute of 1
hour and 15 minutes across London now takes 31 minutes. Brilliant.'
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