First time poster, long time lurker. Saw this price online & also at their Sydney location if want to pick up for no delivery cost. (similar price was offered by Bing Lee as clearance but they are all sold out) Usual online price is between $2.4-$2.6k.
I spent a long time researching for a budget (but still good quality) e-bike, and I can say after riding this around for 2 weeks it has been an excellent purchase (I was really afraid would have buyers remorse after purchasing an E-bike and getting a lemon.)
Key pros I like about the bike after having it for 2 weeks in no particular order:
1. Mid-drive motor (Better performance, control and lifetime on parts instead of rear wheel/hub drive. Also, don't need a special wheel, and all my online research said hub drive motors crap out 90% more often then mid-drive.)
2. Battery built into the frame (i really didnt want a bike with a battery sticking out for both looks, aerodynamics and theft protection. This one is inside the frame with a key to release. You can charge it by plugging it straight into bike frame, or take battery out and charge that way)
3. Disc brakes, with hydraulic fluid for better braking
4. Normal handle bars so I dont have to hunch over (the road bike handles are just less comfortable. Yes, less aerodynamic but so much more comfortable and that's what the battery/motor is for)
5. Front and rear mudguards included (so dont get wet spray on my back or shorts.)
6. Front & rear lights included, built-in and powered by main battery (so I no longer need to worry about lights getting stolen, or taking off to recharge, or forgetting to put back on & then cycling in the dark, such a convenience!)
7. Hybrid build (includes suspension for a comfier ride and not exclusively limited to road surfaces)
8. Thick tires (over a road bike anyway, so I can use on grass, dirt, loose surfaces and not just limited on roads, not that it's an off road bike. Also safer as more contact with ground.)
9. Rear tray included (for whatever exta things you want to take. Though I'm looking at swapping this to a rear seat for small people)
10. Kickstand included, just a nice convenience
11. Range - easily get 80-90km on assist level 1. Though on my actual full assist for max speed daily commute I get 45km, which is really impressive given the speed/level of assist.
12. By changing some settings in the console, motor cut-off speed can be altered from 25km/h to 40km/h (for use only on private property of course)
Cons:
1. Heavy, to be expected for a budget version with all these features. Having lighter components and frame is what starts to increase the price.
2. Off brand motor (i.e. not a bafang) so can't speak to how long it'll last but comes with 12 mo warranty. Will post update if motor ever craps out, but it's a mid-drive instead of hub so I expect some decent mileage.
Hope this saves others about 10-20 hours of online research and indecision.
not bad, for price