Tomos EB 12 Matte Pebble Grey at Fatbikeskopen.nl

Matte pebble grey is the lighter version of the Tomos EB 12, compared with the black version. A muted shade of grey that highlights the frame’s lines and looks less severe than black. The equipment remains unchanged: a 626 watt-hour battery, seven gears, V-brakes, 28-inch wheels, and a low step-through on a 50-centimeter frame. At 26 kilograms, it is light for this range.

Where the EB 12 fits in the range

Tomos’s EB series revolves around a few choices: rim brakes or disc brakes, three or seven gears, and 626 or 748 watt-hours. The EB 12 combines the smaller battery with seven gears and rim brakes. Compared with the EB 15 with three gears, you have more flexibility in your pace; compared with the EB 16, which has the same battery but hydraulic disc brakes, you sacrifice braking power in wet weather and on descents.

V-brakes instead of disc brakes

This version uses rim brakes. They are lightweight, inexpensive to maintain, and easy to adjust yourself. You notice the drawback in the rain: rim brakes take slightly longer to grip a wet rim, and they wear the rim as well. On a 26-kilogram bike used mainly on flat asphalt, this remains manageable. If you want hydraulic disc brakes with the same battery capacity, the EB 16 is the obvious choice. Hydraulic brakes need bleeding occasionally, but otherwise require little attention. The lights are permanently mounted on the bike and run on the main battery.

Range of the Tomos EB 12

With 626 watt-hours, the stated range is up to 140 kilometres, measured in the lowest assistance mode on flat terrain without wind. Realistically, expect 70 to 90 kilometres, which is more than a week of commuting for most people. The 26-kilogram weight works in your favour, because a lighter bike requires less energy to keep moving. A full charge takes six hours, so you can do it while you sleep. You can charge it from a standard power outlet, so no separate setup is needed. A battery lasts longer if you do not routinely run it completely flat and charge it indoors in winter.

Low step-through on 28-inch wheels

Large wheels roll more smoothly over long distances and handle bumps better than small ones. Combined with the low step-through, they make it easy to get on and off without sacrificing a smooth ride. The frame is 50 centimetres, and the recommended rider height is approximately 1.70 to 2.05 metres, so this is not a bike for shorter riders. The maximum total weight of 150 kilograms leaves room for a full pannier or a crate on the rear.

Who is this version for?

For anyone looking for a lightweight city bike with a sufficient gear range, in a colour that looks less severe than black. At 26 kilograms, it is light enough to lift over a bump occasionally. Keep three things in mind: there is no suspension in the specifications, the rim brakes are noticeably less effective in the rain, and the matte paint is more prone to scratches and harder to touch up than glossy paint. 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 goes for an occasional ride.

Ordering from Fatbikeskopen.nl

Matte colours photograph poorly, and you only notice the difference between rim brakes and disc brakes once you are riding the bike. You can assess both at one of the ten showrooms, where the EB range is displayed together. For maintenance, you can visit more than 450 locations in the Netherlands. If you order online, the bike will be delivered to your home ready to ride. There is a three-year warranty on the frame and a one-year warranty on the components and battery. Upon delivery, the bike is assembled and adjusted at your door.

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