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Enrico Punsalang

The New Solero Evo 8F Seeks To Set A New Standard For Urban E-Bikes

There are a few factors to take into account when making the shift to an electric bicycle when it comes to daily commuting. You must first check that the option you choose has everything you'll need to properly navigate the urban jungle and carry your daily essentials. The Solero Evo 8F electric city bike is one vehicle that advertises itself as the perfect city option.

Pegasus Bikes is the brains behind the Solero Evo 8F. Since Pegasus has been operating in the cycling industry for more than 30 years, they have concentrated on providing everyday people with products that not only work well but are pretty affordable, too. Sure, at just north of $3,000 t he 8F is more expensive than the ordinary urban e-bike, but there are a number of good reasons for it. The Solero Evo 8F comes equipped with a sturdy aluminum frame that has a practical step-through design. This makes  mounting and dismounting simple, making the bike approachable to folks of all skill levels.

The frame also has a mid-mounted Bosch motor and an integrated battery in the down tube. in particular, the Bosch Active Line Plus, which has a torque output of up to 50 Nm. However, due to local speed restrictions and regulations, its top speed is restricted, depending on whether you're based in Europe or North America. A PowerTube with a 400 Wh capacity makes up the battery, and is integrated into the down tube. Under ideal circumstances, it is usually sufficient to reach a range of about 50 miles. However, as this battery is replaceable, you can simply add another to increase your capacity.

Pegasus made the decision to add features like lights, fenders, and a luggage rack to help this machine do even more in a city environment. Of course, the fenders keep you clean while you travel to work or school, and the cargo rack adds a whole new level of functionality by allowing you to strap a variety of items to the rear. After all, the bike has a 135-kilogram maximum weight capacity. The cost?  A reasonable 3,100 Euros, or $3,170 at the current exchange rate.

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