Step-Thru eCommuter, Riding Tips, New Yuba, Gazelle, Pegasus, Muto, eCargo Documentary, & More! [VIDEOS]

Published: Fri, 04/03/20

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Happy Friday! I hope you are doing well, staying healthy, and getting out for some rides.

Here is your update from Electric Bike Report.

Surface 604 Rook Review Part 1 - Pictures & Specs

The new Surface 604 Rook step-thru eCommuter bike has arrived for testing and review!

With its easy get on and ride step-thru design and upright ride position the Rook is a comfortable eBike for zipping around town.

Some of the feature highlights are a torque sensor pedal assist system in addition to throttle assisting up to 20 mph along with two battery options.

Component highlights include a 500 watt (750 watt peak) Bafang geared rear hub motor, 48V 10.4ah battery (+optional 14ah extended range battery), Tektro Auriga hydraulic disc brakes, Shimano Alivio 9 speed drivetrain, and a full assortment of accessories.

The $1,999 base price includes free shipping and the optional extended range battery adds $200.

In this first part of the Surface 604 Rook review you will get a detailed look at this bike with a BUNCH of pictures and the specifications.

Tips for eBiking During the Coronavirus - Notes from the UK

It is little more than a week since the UK government announced strict new measures to help combat the spread of the coronavirus.

As of writing, people may only leave home to exercise once a day, travel to and from work when it is “absolutely necessary”, shop for essential items and fulfill any medical or care needs.

Richard Peace provides some riding tips from the UK perspective and a look at the high-tech WAU electric bike.