![]() ![]() I’ve tested the same motor on e-mountain bikes and had great success climbing mountain trails but it does require some shifting. It’s compact, efficient and very responsive. As mentioned earlier, the downtube Bosch Powerpack batteries are much more popular in the US than the rear rack ones.Ī lot of what you’re paying for with this bike is the premium Bosch drive system. This could clearly become a touring or trekking bike but you might want an extra battery in that case, and it might not be easy to find. But for all of that money you do get something lighter and more durable, something with a dash of added comfort (a 50 mm head shock integrated into the fork) and the option for front racks using the fork bosses. And you pay for all of that, coming in at $4,460 this is a more expensive commuter electric bike. ![]() You get integrated LED lights, an adjustable angle stem, comfortable swept back handle bars and a decent saddle with this bike. The front fender doesn’t get in the way as much when you turn and pedal simultaneously and it extends lower than average so your shoes and shins should stay dry and clean. If you do opt for panniers, the battery will be mostly obscured and the bike will look even more bike-like.Īdding to the utility of the rack are full length, almost extra-long fenders that are tight and light weight. For those who plan to ride further or live in a hot region where multiple bottles are a necessity, consider a clamp adapter like this. At least you’ll have an opportunity for gear with a trunk bag and won’t hear the ratting of a bolt-on rack, but for me this is an area that could have been done better. Furthermore, I cannot say whether the step-thru frame has bottle cage bosses at all. Only, for some reason, Cannondale opted for just one pair of bosses on the downtube when there seems like plenty of room for a second pair on the seat tube. It increases frame flex BUT frees up the main triangle for adding bottle cage bosses. Instead of positioning battery weight low and center with the more popular downtube mounted Bosch Powerpack battery, this one is mounted up high. Of course, the rack is also where the Bosch Powerpack 400 battery pack mounts and this is where we start to see some mixed results. Upon closer inspection, the carry rack becomes a stand-out features because it has RackTime compatible slots, extended pannier rails and bungee clip loops. Everything has its place and match the professional silver and gray color schemes well. The motor, battery, control unit, display panel and accompanying wires don’t stand out. It just looked like a regular bike with a nice cargo rack on the back… and that’s the beauty here, this is a mainstream electric bicycle from a company that many people in the United States already know and trust. Honestly, the first time I saw the Cannondale Mavaro Performance electric bike I didn’t feel or think a lot. ![]()
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