You only need Allen keys to install it, it comes with an accompanying app to offer up basic diagnostics, and once it’s set up it’s a breeze to operate. The Cytronex e-bike conversion kit impressed us with its well-thought-out design, engineering and easy installation with no more than a couple of Allen wrenches. It offers intuitive operation, app-based diagnostics and comprehensive customer support from the UK HQ.
Most Schwinn e-bikes include wide tires, which provide extra grip and stability. They also provide a smooth ride for added comfort – a schwinn ebike great feature when you can ride farther than ever before. Finally, there are systems that power the e-bike via the bottom bracket.
It’s got 3 buttons, up down and a power/enter button in the middle. The battery fits inside the bottom tube of the bike which gives it a sleek look. There’s a port in the side of the frame where you can charge it without removing, or you can use the keys to pull out battery and charge separately. A 7-speed transmission from Microshift also adds to the commuter street-cred, giving those in hilly areas the ability to run through the gears on hills. It looks just odd enough for drivers to take a second look in a “what the heck is that thing? A second look is invaluable as a rider, where we’d often even be grateful for a first look from drivers.
The layout is also comfortable, with a seat and ergonomic setup that is suited to long rides. Lastly, the Marshall comes with integrated LED frame light and headlight, but with just a battery taillight. Leading e-bike companies like Story Bikes state that you should expect a 10-year lifespan out of any electric bicycle you purchase.
With a 2750 RPM motor the results show a top speed of 22.51 MPH with an 80 tooth rear sprocket. This speed is higher than Currie electric scooters with 650 Watt motors, they are geared to go around 15 MPH. In that case I recommend switching over to a gear motor to provide the proper gear ratio. We inspected eight top-rated Schwinn electric bikes over the past 3 years.
The motor stops assisting when you hit 32 km/h (20mph) with the throttle or pedalling. For most of my riding around trails and small paths in the city, the 32 km/h motor limit is plenty. For open road riding with traffic you may hit 32 km/h regularly. On slow steep hills or trails a lower gear with a bit of assist keeps you moving.