2021 Haibike AllMtn 6 600Wh Electric Carbon Mountain Bike in Grey

Why would you buy an E-Bike

1. Riding an Electric Bike can become a lot more fun.

2. Commuting becomes more practical as you won't arrive all hot and bothered and it might be quicker on an E Bike.

3. Hills become much easier to ride.

4. Carrying additional weight becomes less of a problem i.e child seats or full panniers etc as the E-Bike takes the strain

5. Electric Bikes are a great means of personal transport.

6. You can keep up with other riders who are fitter than you.

7. Its a great way to ease you self into cycling and make it more accessible.

8. You may be able to increase you ride distances or durations on an E Bike.

9. Its significantly cheaper than driving a car, getting the train or bus.

E-Mountain bikes have seen the biggest uptake in recent years. Quite simply its about the most fun you can have on a bike. Remember that massive climb before the big downhill that your not that keen on riding up? Well now its not a concern as you fly up it! And the best thing you will still have the energy to do it again, or maybe another lap of your favorite route.



Cost Savings
eg

You could save £1036 / year just on standing charges, factor in over 14 pence / mile in petrol vs 0.13 pence for an eBike and the saving soon rack up.

The average car costs are shown below, compare these with the costs of using an e-bike above and making the change definitely makes sense.


Road tax £175, Insurance £806, MOT, £55

How does an E-Bike Work

E-Bikes are very simple to operate, you just pedal the bike and the motor provides assistance at your desired level. You will notice the most benefit when you come to a hill.



Battery
Most batteries can usually be charged on or off the bike and depending on the brand of battery will fully re charge in 3-4 hrs.

Motor
As you pedal the motor measures your output and applies assistance as necessary. The output will change accordingly as the force you put in increases / decreases or you select a different power mode.

If required you can pedal the bike with the motor turned off. Assistance levels range from 50% upto 320% assist depending on motor type.

Most motors have a walk assist mode so, if you need to push the bike it makes it lot easier.

E-Bike Motor Systems

There are a variety of electric bike motor system available, the best systems are crank driven. They provide more power and better balance than a hub driven motor.

These include:



Bosch Electric Bike Motors
Bosch systems include:

Active line (40 NmTorque + 250% Assistance)

Active line Plus (50 NmTorque + 250% Assistance)

Performance Line (63 Nm Torque + 275% Assisstance)

Performance Line CX (75 Nm Torque + 300% Assistance)

Performance Line CX (85 Nm Torque + 340% Assistance)



A variety of batteries are on offer from 300 - 625 Wh. The wide range of options and a great reputation for usability and reliability means you will find Bosch systems on a large range of bikes.

Other features include compatibility with the Bosch Nyon computer which is an optional upgrade from the standard Intuvia device and includes sat nav, blue tooth to your mobile and measures your calorie consumption as well as all the standard feature.


When shifting gear the system eases off the power to give a smooth shift similar to an automatic car gear box.



Active Line, aimed at hybrids and other recreational bikes. It meets the standard pedelec rules with a maximum speed of 25km/h and 50Nm of torque. (There are higher-speed versions of the other Bosch systems for European S-Pedelecs.)

Active Line Plus The versatile Active Line Plus provides optimal support when you are discovering new areas and want to take eBike excursions outside the city boundaries. The quiet, small yet powerful drive unit weighs in at just 3.2 kg and offers gentle acceleration up to 25 km/h. The light weight and reduced size ensure improved handling in all riding situations.



Performance Line puts out 63Nm for faster acceleration for e-mountain bikes, European trekking-style bikes and a general sportier feel. Performance Line and Active Line look very similar but for the graphics on the casings .



Performance Line CX is for mountain bikes with a maximum torque of 75Nm, and power coming in at a pedalling rate of just 20rpm. The motor is smaller than the Active Line’ too. That reduces the distance between the pedals so a Performance Line CX e-bike feels more like a regular bike.




Impulse Drive Electric Bike Motors
Impulse drive systems are fitted to Focus and Kalkoff bikes, options are:

Impulse 2.0 (70Nm Torque)

Impulse Evo (80Nm Torque)

Impulse Evo RS (80 Nm Torque) smaller and lighter than EVO

Impulse Evo RS Speed (Speed version, not legal on UK roads)



Shimano Steps Electric Bike Motors
Shimano systems options include:

Shimano Steps E6000 Hybrid (50Nm Torque)

Shimano Steps E6100 Hybrid (60Nm Torque)

Shimano Steps E7000 MTB (60Nm Torque)

Shimano Steps E8000 MTB (70Nm Torque)



Shimano Steps E6000 system is aimed at urban use and has a 418Wh battery. It also has the option of working the Shimano's electronically controlled Di2 hub gear and can be set to automatically shift gears and reset the gearing back to a low gear when you stop.

Shimano Steps E6100 is a premium e-bike system of components that are installed on an e-bike to deliver a fully enhanced riding experience. It’s the most versatile system in our collection, built on the latest technologies developed for our successful e-MTB system which serves as the industry’s benchmark.

Shimano Steps E7000 It rides like a normal mountain bike thanks to its small size that allows it to be built on the same frame geometry. Its low profile with durable protective cover is designed to handle the rigors of off-road riding while clearing protruding roots and rocks. It can be counted on for a controlled, smoother riding experience.

Shimano Steps E8000 system is new for 2017 and is designed as a direct competitor to the Bosch Performance Line CX system. The system is smaller and more powerful than the E6000 system.

The OLED display is positioned behind the bars so is protected. The E8000 system also has the Di2 option for electronic shifting. The battery is bigger at 504Wh.











Brose E-bike Systems
The basis of the Brose e-bike System is a steering motor produced millions of times over for cars and manufactured in accordance with the strictest automotive quality standards. This drive has been consistently developed and perfected over recent years for use in high-quality e-bikes. Production of the drive system takes place at the Brose manufacturing plant in Berlin. We are thus proud to offer our e-bike motors truly ‘Made in Germany’.

A riding experience that excites


The quietest motor in the market for an undisturbed ride
The best power-to-weight ratio for effective support and great handling
Bike model-specific motor set-up based on the type of e-bike


A design that excites


Perfect integration of motor into the frame for a great looking e-bike
Small and lightweight for the next generation e-bike design






Dimensions
213 x 150 x 128 mm
Weight
3,400 g
Motor type
mid-drive motor
Nominal voltage
36 V
Rated continuous power
250 W
Assistance Pedelec
up to 25 km/h
Assistance S-Pedelec
up to 45 km/h
Pushing aid
up to 6 km/h
Ingress protection rating
IP56


E-Bike Laws Here
There are a number of laws around electric bikes for more info see our e-bike laws page

Types of E-Bike

There are a number of types of E-bike available and choosing the right type should be based on the type of riding you plan to do. We have split this into the categories below:

Hybrid, Trekking, Touring and town.
Hybrid and touring bikes are more suited to road riding, cycle paths and canal paths etc and typically they will come equipped with mudguards, pannier racks, lights and a kickstand. Variants include Step through models, women's sport models with sloping top tubes and traditional gents model with a conventional top tube.

They make a great option for commuters as you can arrive at work in style without breaking a sweat. They are also great for anyone who just wants to get out and enjoying cycling, choose a more trekking orientated bike and light bridle way and mixed terrain use will become accessible. E-Bikes make a great addition to a motor home as they can be easily carried and give you the freedom to get around after you have pitched up.






Hard Tail Mountain Bike
A hardtail mountain bike has front suspension and a rigid rear end.


Hardtails make for a very versatile bike as they can be used on any terrain, they still make for a practical commuting, trekking, or town bike with the added option of going offroad.

Commuters often choose a hardtail as it makes for a practical weekday bike with the added benefit of being able to take it off road at the weekend.





Full Suspension Mountain Bike
A full suspension bike has front and rear suspension, if you are planning on going off road this the most versatile option.

There are a number of factors to consider including wheel size, tyre size, travel and geometry.

For example, if you are not planning of riding off-road on very technical or rocky terrain a shorter travel full suspension bike may be more suitable for example 100-120mm travel, where as if you are planning on hitting the trail centers or peak district then a longer travel bike may be better 120mm + travel.

The most common wheel sizes are 27.5inch and 29inch wheels including plus size wheels which typically have a 2.8inch tyre.

Tyre sizes can range of from around 2 inch to 4.5 inch.

Modern full suspension bikes are very efficient and suitable for even the casual rider, with options to lock out suspension when not required.