Why is the FLIT-16 single speed?
We have a single speed set up (38T to 9T) that is perfect for city riding. When you’re pulling away or going uphill the responsive rear hub motor gives enough assistance that you don’t feel the need to drop down to a lower gear. When you get to 25km/h (the point at which the electrical assistance cuts out) the gear ratio is high enough that you can cruise without too high a cadence. Speeds beyond 30kph would probably warrant a larger chainwheel but for city use we feel that the lower maintenance, improved reliability and reduced weight of a single speed transmission outweigh the benefits of multiple gears.
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Does the FLIT-16 have gears?
The FLIT-16 has a single speed (one gear) set up, perfect for city riding. The responsive torque sensor / rear hub motor system means that the motor is essentially doing the gearing for you. The ebike detects how hard you’re pedalling, and then the ...
How to unfold your FLIT-16
Step by step guide Undo the seat post quick release and twist the saddle up to number 5. You can adjust this later if necessary. Tighten the quick release. Stand by the front wheel of the bike. Lift the bike by the saddle, and raise the handlebars. ...
How to use the display
PARTS OF THE DISPLAY TURNING THE EBIKE ON To use your ebike, first turn it on by holding down the power button which is located on the handlebar display. If the display does not turn on after pressing the power button, your battery may have gone ...
How much do FLIT bikes weigh?
The FLIT-16 weighs 15.5kg, with the battery included. The M2 weighs 14.5kg with the battery included.
How to adjust sensitivity or turn off automatic light functionality
If you’d rather manually operate your integrated lights, follow these instructions. You can also adjust the sensitivity if you’d like to keep them automatic, but find that they are turning on too frequently. First, turn your ebike on. Press and hold ...