Tomos EB 10 at Fatbikeskopen.nl

Nineteen kilos. That is exceptionally light for a complete city bike with a battery and motor, and it is the main selling point of the Tomos EB 10. A 345 watt-hour battery, seven gears, V-brakes, and 26-inch wheels on a compact 39-centimeter frame. For anyone who regularly has to lift their bike, push it into a shed, or bump it over a threshold, that weighs more heavily than any specification.

Nineteen kilos for a city bike

Nineteen kilos is exceptional for an electric bike. For comparison, most e-bikes in our range weigh around 34 kilos. You may not notice the difference while riding, but you certainly will when lifting it over a threshold, putting it on its stand, or placing it in a car trunk. The EB 10 reaches that weight thanks to its rim brakes, compact 39-centimeter frame, and modest battery. In the showroom, you can see the difference within a few minutes. What seems minor on paper is often something you can feel on the road.

Range of the Tomos EB 10

The 345 watt-hour battery is rated for up to 70 kilometers, measured in the lowest assistance level on flat terrain. Realistically, expect forty to fifty kilometers. Thanks to its low weight, it delivers more range than a heavier bike with the same battery would: keeping nineteen kilos moving requires little energy. Charging takes four hours, short enough to top it up between rides without waiting all evening. Do not leave the battery outside in freezing temperatures; this helps preserve its capacity over time. You can charge it from a standard power outlet, so no separate setup is needed.

V-brakes and seven gears

The low weight is partly due to rim brakes instead of disc brakes. They are light, inexpensive to maintain, and can be adjusted yourself. You notice the downside in the rain: rim brakes take slightly longer to grip on a wet rim, and they wear the rim as well. At nineteen kilograms, that is less of a concern than with a heavy bike. Seven gears provide a generous range for flat terrain. In the showroom, you can see how these things work in just a few minutes.

Compact 26-inch frame

The 39-centimeter frame is small, and the recommended rider height ranges from approximately 1.60 to 1.95 meters. The 26-inch wheels are smaller than the 28-inch wheels on most EB models, making the bike more maneuverable in a busy city center. You give up some ease of rolling over long distances in return. The low step-through makes getting on and off easy, and the maximum total weight is 150 kilograms.

Who is the Tomos EB 10 for?

For people who regularly need to lift their bike or maneuver it in a confined space, and for shorter riders who find most EB models too large. What to keep in mind: 345 watt-hours is limited, and rim brakes are noticeable in the rain. If you ride long distances every day or often ride in poor weather, an EB 16 or higher is a more sensible choice within the same range. If you are unsure about the size, measure your inseam and compare it with the stated values. Anyone who rides it every day will notice these choices sooner than someone who only goes for an occasional ride.

Ordering from Fatbikeskopen.nl

You only need to lift nineteen kilograms once to understand why it matters. At ten showrooms, the EB range is displayed together so you can feel the difference in weight and take a test ride right away. For maintenance, you can visit more than 450 service points in the Netherlands. When ordered online, the bike is delivered to your home ready to ride. Three-year warranty on the frame and one year on the components and battery. You can use our collection and delivery service for maintenance. You can pay in full or in installments.

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