A fast-growing segment in personal transport is the E-bike or electrically-assisted bicycle. Whether for practical purposes or pleasure, the range of E-bikes grows daily, with many of the major motorcycle manufacturers getting in on the act, as well as independent and unfamiliar brands. The only problem is that many of their products are priced at the higher end of the scale.
Southern African Motorcycles, importers of Big Boy, GoMoto and Jonway, have identified a market for an affordable, but still high-quality, E-bike and, to that end, have partnered with A Dece Oasis, or ADO, to bring the brand to South Africa.
The ADO range of E-bikes is unique, affordable and reliable, designed not only for the urban commuter market but also for recreational riding.
There are four models in the ADO range, with 20”, 26” and 27.5” wheel sizes. The A20F XE, A26+, DECE 300C and DECE 300 models are perfect for any type of riding, from tackling dirt trails to low-cost, Eco-friendly daily commuting and even the cost-effective delivery market. All models are 100% road legal and require no driver’s license to operate.
But it is the price that is really going to revolutionise the E-bike market. With many E-bikes costing R50,000 or (much) more, the ADO E-bike range starts at R20,999 for the A20F XE and even the range-topping ADO DECE 300 at R32,999 is still a bargain in E-bike terms. Those low prices do not mean a reduction in quality, however. The ADO range provides outstanding performance, excellent build quality and features that even E-bikes costing twice the price can struggle to match.
In terms of practicality, owners can expect a range of between 90 and 100km. In a recent test conducted around the Cradle of Humankind, a DECE 300 recorded 86km at an average speed of 26km/h and the battery was still showing 29% charge.
In keeping with the low carbon footprint of the range, ADO E-bikes can be purchased through a new E-commerce website, www.adoebike.co.za. Owners can also sign up for a newsletter and follow the brand on Facebook.
With fuel prices and living costs rising almost daily, a switch to a greener, healthier mode of transport is a decision that many people are making and the arrival of the ADO range of E-bikes is sure to ignite the personal transport market by the simple expedient of being affordable.
For more information and pricing visit – www.adoebike.co.za
