Royal Cargo Bike 2W Premium Taupe Grey at Fatbikeskopen.nl

This version of the Royal Cargo Bike 2W Premium has a taupe-grey finish and a high frame instead of a step-through frame. That entry design is the main choice: a closed frame is stiffer, and you notice that on a long bike with weight at the front. Everything else is the same as the other versions: room for three children, a 220-kilogram load capacity, a Bafang mid-drive motor with 80 newton metres of torque, and a 630-watt-hour battery.

High step on a cargo bike

A closed frame with a top tube is stiffer than a step-through frame, and on a long cargo bike with weight at the front, you notice this as a calmer, more direct steering feel. The trade-off is that you have to swing your leg over the frame, which becomes more difficult when there are children in the box and you want to get on quickly. If you often get on and off at school or shops, the low step is more practical. You can see things like this in the showroom within a few minutes. What seems minor on paper is often noticeable on the road.

Bafang mid-drive motor with 80 newton metres of torque

The mid-drive motor is located by the bottom bracket and delivers its power through the gears, making pedalling easier instead of pushing you from behind. Eighty newton metres is substantial, and you notice it when setting off with a load or riding up a bridge. The motor’s weight is positioned low and centrally, which contributes to a calm steering feel on a long bike with a box at the front, even with three children inside. The motor uses a torque sensor, so the assistance follows your own pedalling force and starts smoothly when setting off.

Three children and 220 kilograms

The box accommodates three children, with 220 kilograms as the maximum total weight, including you and luggage. That is ample, so you do not have to keep calculating. The box is made of weather-resistant plastic and can be rinsed out. With a 20-inch front wheel and a 26-inch rear wheel, the box sits low to the ground: children can get in more easily, and the centre of gravity stays low, which helps with riding.

Range of the Royal Cargo Bike 2W Premium

The 630-watt-hour battery with Panasonic cells has an estimated range of around 90 kilometers, measured without a load on flat terrain. With three children in the box, you will get considerably less, although it remains more than sufficient for the daily school run. Hydraulic disc brakes are appropriate for a bike that can weigh nearly 200 kilograms when loaded: you want to be able to stop in a controlled manner without using your entire hand, especially in the rain. A battery lasts longer if you do not routinely drain it completely and charge it indoors in winter. The stated range is always a test figure, so expect somewhat less in practice.

Who is this version for?

For families transporting up to three children, preferring a stiffer frame, and not frequently getting on and off during a ride. The recommended height is approximately 1.60 to 1.95 meters. Things to consider: it has no suspension, so the children will feel cobblestone streets, and at 59 kilograms, you will want to store it on the ground floor. Measure your gate, shed door, and hallway before ordering. If you are unsure about the size, measure your inseam and compare it with the stated values. Anyone who rides it daily will notice these choices sooner than someone who only takes an occasional ride.

Ordering from Fatbikeskopen.nl

Compare the high and low step-through versions before choosing, because you notice the difference at every stop. You can do this at ten showrooms and schedule a test ride, preferably with your children in it. For maintenance, you can visit more than 450 service points in the Netherlands. If you order online, the electric bike will be delivered to your home ready to ride. Three years’ warranty on the frame and one year on parts and the battery. You can use our collection and delivery service for maintenance. Payment can be made in full or in installments.

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