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    Brompton Electric C-Line Explore

    Electric Bikes / Folding Electric Bikes
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    Electric C-Line Explore
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    This model is a conventional lightweight folding bike that can be upgraded with an optional electric powertrain. Because of its small size, the C-Line Explore is easy to fold and stow and doesn’t take up much space once folded. But the electric powertrain seems like an afterthought—it consists of an electric front hub and a battery pack that hangs from the handlebars in a canvas bag. That by itself isn’t much of an issue, but the electric motor doesn’t provide much power for hill climbing, leaving most of the work to the rider’s legs. Still, the bike is easy to pedal without the electric motor and has two gear shifters—one for a rear hub-mounted Sturmey-Archer three-speed, and another for the rear derailleur that gives a high and low range for the rear gears. Although the C-Line Explore could be a good option for someone who wants a small, flexible commuter bike, some may find the price tag daunting.
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    The Brompton Electric C-Line Explore folding class 1 electric bike is, overall, a very good choice.

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