Ouxi V8 Ultra Dark Gray at Fatbikeskopen.nl

Within the Ouxi V8 Ultra range, Dark Gray is the least imposing finish. Black makes such a substantial fat bike look solid, while gray breaks up the silhouette and makes the suspension and wide tires stand out more. A practical advantage: dirt and dried rainwater are less noticeable. Otherwise, nothing changes. The same 250W motor, the same removable battery, the same dual suspension, and the same alarm with NFC locking. What people want to know is how it performs with two riders, its range, and its security features.

Riding with two people

The V8 Ultra is fully designed for this. It has a continuous seat, footrests attached to the frame, and a maximum total weight of 150 kilos. What you notice in practice is that the electric bike steers more heavily at low speeds with someone riding pillion, and the range decreases noticeably. For a trip to school or the sports club, that makes little difference. If you regularly take long rides with two people, a version with a larger battery would be the wiser choice. A windshield or extra cushion can be ordered separately for the passenger.

Range and the battery

Approximately 60 kilometers according to the stated specifications. That may sound modest, but for a 40-kilogram bike designed for two people, it is a realistic figure. Riding alone and economically will take you beyond that, while riding with two people in the highest mode will leave you below it. A full charge takes five to seven hours. The battery is removable, so you can charge it indoors from a regular wall outlet while the bike remains outside. Charging indoors is also better for the battery in winter.

Alarm and NFC locking

It has an alarm, and you start it with an NFC card instead of a key. That means there is no key to lose and no ignition lock that can be bypassed. As soon as someone touches the locked bike, the alarm goes off. That will not stop a professional thief, but it makes opportunistic theft from a busy bike rack much more difficult. A bike of this size and price range should come with that equipment as standard, and this one does.

Brakes, suspension, and tires

Hydraulic disc brakes front and rear. On a 40-kilogram bike that may be carrying two people, you want brakes that modulate smoothly without taking all the strength in your hand. There is suspension at both the front and rear, which, together with the 20x4-inch tires, smooths out uneven streets: speed bumps, tram tracks, loose paving stones. Seven gears are more than enough on flat terrain. The lights are permanently mounted and run on the main battery, so no separate batteries are needed. The brake pads and discs are standard sizes, so they can be replaced at any service center without waiting for parts.

Who is the Ouxi V8 Ultra Dark Gray for?

Riders between approximately 1.50 and 1.95 meters tall will fit this frame well. The step-through height is high, making it somewhat less convenient than a step-through model when carrying a passenger on the back. Also consider the weight: you cannot carry 40 kilograms up a staircase. A shed or storage area on the ground floor is therefore practically essential. If you always ride alone and are looking for something agile, this model is more heavily built than you need. For school pupils and students who ride to school together, this is the model that will last the longest.

Ordering from Fatbikeskopen.nl

Come and try it at one of the ten showrooms, and bring along the person who will be riding on the back. That is the only way to feel how the bike handles when loaded. For maintenance, you can visit more than 450 locations throughout the country. Ordering online means delivery to your home ready to ride: assembled, adjusted, and with a charged battery. You can arrange insurance when placing your order. The frame comes with a three-year warranty; rotating components and the battery have a one-year warranty.

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