Haibike flies away from the competition in e-mountain bikes
Since 2010, Haibike has been going full throttle with electric bikes and e-mountain bikes in particular. Now the manufacturer from Schweinfurt is presenting a new platform for the 2019 model year that packs a punch: The "Flyon" e-mountainbikes look as if they have been cast from a single mold thanks to the carbon frame. The 630 Wh battery is seamlessly integrated into the down tube and connects to the frame via a magnetic click. The heart of the system is the drive unit from German manufacturer TQ Systems, which has been on the market for several years but has rarely been seen on e-mountainbikes. This motor delivers an incredible 120 Nm in the strongest support level, which, according to Haibike, should ensure that you literally fly over the trails.
System integration down to the last detail
In addition to the highlights mentioned above, it is worth taking a closer look at Haibike's "Flyon" series. The carbon frame features grid-like air intakes on the head tube to provide better cooling for the battery and motor. Haibike takes system integration to a new level: the display is elegantly integrated into the stem/handlebar combination and a headlight is also integrated. This provides a powerful 5000 lumens - this light output is practically equivalent to a UFO landing on the trail at night. The Haibike developers have also thought of a rear light, which is also integrated into the system and elegantly housed in the seat stays.
In order to give the frame more rigidity, the removal opening for the battery is not vertical or horizontal. Instead, the battery can be removed at the end of the down tube. To prevent damage to the carbon frame in the event of a fall, a steering angle limiter is integrated into the headset.Haibike builds several series within the "Flyon" bikes: The "Flyon" Nduros invite you to gravity orgies with 180 millimeters of travel, while the AllMtn models have 150 millimeters of travel, which will certainly suit the tastes of the masses. The Alltrail models are typical e-hardtails, which are equipped with Plus tires as standard. Haibike has also thought about everyday riders with the "Flyon" bikes, and the Adventr versions also have mudguards and pannier racks on board."Our vision for Flyon was to bring Haibike's first own ePerformance system to life with a design language that not only embodies Haibike's brand values, but reinforces them. At its core, Haibike is bold, leading, innovative and dynamic. Flyon speaks exactly this language, while also successfully bridging the gap to visible integration and digitalization. The radical simplicity, the purist form paired with the dynamics of the lines and surfaces make Flyon a new ePerformance icon," says Benjamin Turck, Industrial Designer at Haibike.
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