Raleigh Shimano STePS, China E-Bike Factory Tours: Batteries, Motors, & Displays

Published: Fri, 04/17/15

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Hi

I hope you are having a good week.

Here is your update from Electric Bike Report!

Raleigh Misceo iE w/ Shimano STePS Mid Drive: Pics & Specs
The new Raleigh Misceo iE with the Shimano STePS mid drive system has arrived for testing and review!

This is the first bike in the U.S. to feature the Shimano STePS system. And not only that, but it also has the Shimano Di2 electronic shifting for the Alfine 8 speed internally geared rear hub!

The Misceo iE has a number of other impressive features.

Find out more about the new Raleigh Misceo iE with Shimano STePS.
E-Bike Battery Factory Tours in China: Tianneng, Phylion, & Lishen
In this 3rd part of the China e-bike factory tours report you will get a closer look at the e-bike battery industry.

We visited: 

-Tianneng Battery: one of the larger lead acid battery manufacturers & they are expanding their lithium production. 
-Phylion Battery: one of the larger European lithium e-bike battery suppliers with cloud based diagnostics.
-Lishen Battery: they make lithium batteries for e-bikes and many high tech companies like Apple, Samsung, Motorola, LG, Dell, etc. 

Learn more about these Chinese e-bike battery companies. 
E-Bike Factory Tours in China - Bafang Motor & King Meter Display
In Part 4 of the China e-bike factory tours you will get a closer look at an e-bike motor company and a display company.

We visited:

-Bafang Motor Company: they make motors for many e-bikes all over the world. I had a chance to test ride their new Max mid drive system while we were there.
-King Meter Display: they are one of the larger e-bike display companies and they have a new display that is integrated into the stem. 
That's it for now.  Stay tuned for more e-bike news and reviews.

And have a great week!

-Pete