Gentleman´s Classic
The
MOTORINO™ CTg is a classic retro bicycle with a rear coaster brake, a
front alloy v-brake, a forward carrier and water proof saddlebags.
It is as a replica of a bicycle built in 1960 by Raleigh and used by the Nottingham (UK) general police patrols, the
Metropolitan Police (London UK) officers for home beat duties and by
officers attached to Scotland Yard Royalty Protection Department.
Historically considered a status
symbol, due to having the unusual feature of two crossbars which provide
extra strength, this bicycle is made to look like its elegant original.
You would be hard pressed to know that it is an electric bicycle - the
only give away is its high torque front motor which is capable of
taking you up 15% grade hills (provided you weight less than 170lbs).
This
city rider includes quality components like the Shimano Nexus 3 speed
internal hub gears which allows the rider to shift at any time, even
when completely stopped.
The electric drive system is Power Assist (PAS), engaging the motor when the rider pedals.
Unique Electric Drive Design
As
seen on all 2011 MOTORINO™ bicycles, the electric drive system
forbicycles has a unique motor and controller combination which allows
the rider to accelerate from a standing start and provides ample torque
for climbing hills.
The motor, integrated in the front wheel, can
achieve a torque of 34NM; enough to climb 15° hills without pedal
assistance while carrying a load of 170Lbs.
What makes the
MOTORINO™ motor unique is the fact that it does not use hall sensors; a
common point of failure in other electric motors.
Hall sensors
are used in other electric drive systems to help co-ordinate the
electric drive pulses from the controller to the motor based on the
position of the magnets within the motor. This communication between the
motor and controller allows for the motor to accelerate from a standing
start; however if one of these sensors fail, the controller and motor
do not work together to properly drive the bicycle forward.
To
eliminate this point of repair, the MOTORINO™ electric drive system for
bicycles uses an intelligent controller which supplies the electric
drive pulses to the motor through a method called "predictive impulse
stroke".
Quality Built In
All
MOTORINO™ bicycles are built with high quality components they are
certified to the European standard EN 15194, which strictly monitors the
quality of 36 key components on the bicycle.
The classic style
bicycles, CTg & CTl, have been designed by a European company and
built for the European market. Currently it is very popular in Holland,
Italy England and France.
The electric drive components are
added onto the bicycle, rather than being embedded within the frame of
the bicycle, making the system easier to maintain. Connectors used
throughout the electric drive system are water resistant so you may ride
in the rain without worry.
The batteries are built from
Panasonic LiFePo4 cells which offer a longer cycle life over standard
lithium ion cells, are non-toxic and have an excellent thermal stability
making them virtually incombustible in the event of mishandling during
charge or discharge.
Specifications:
Motor Type:
- Brushless High Speed Geared Hub Motor at the front wheel
Motor Power:
- 250W Continuous, 600W Peak Power
Motor Torque:
- 35 Nm with the torque converter on the axle
Battery:
- 36V 10AH High Energy Density Panasonic Lightweight Lithium-Ion
Speed control:
- Power Assist-PAS (with built -in Sensor)
Charger:
Frame Type:
- Retro Style Frame with two cross bars
Wheels:
Handle bar:
- City style trekking handlebar with low rise stem
Front Fork:
- Hi-tensile 700c with ovalised blades
Mechanical Bike Gears:
- 3 Speed Shimano Nexus® Gears & Shifter
Colour:
- Black with cream and grey highlight trim
Speed:
- 27 km/h (17 mph) using motor power only
- Faster if you assist by pedaling
Distance:
- Up to 32-40km*(20-25 miles) per charge based on battery use only,
more with pedaling
- Range is based on level ground, no stops, no winds, and in warm
temperatures for a 75kg (165 lbs) rider with no extra cargo.
Braking System:
- Front: V-brake
- Rear: Coaster (pedal backward) brake
Chainset:
- Single speed chain
- Fully enclosed chainguard
Weight:
- 28kg (60 lbs) net weight - bike including battery pack
- 31kg (67 lbs) gross packaged weight
Carton Size (LxWxH):
- 147 x 28 x 76 cm
- 58 x 11 x 30 inches
Maximum Load:
Additional Features Included:
- Front carrier
- Front battery operated headlight
- Bell
- Comfort grips
- Comfort saddle with chrome seat post
- Trekking style pedals
- Full metal mudguards
- Alloy kickstand
- Water proof saddle bags
- Rear rack
- Rear battery operated light