Easy Motion Evo Race Summary

The Easy Motion Evo Race is a sleek and agile electric bike designed to blend the classic road bike feel with modern electric technology. As the lightest e-bike in the Easy Motion lineup for 2015, weighing in at just 45 pounds, it stands out for its minimalistic yet high-performing features.

The Evo Race is available in one size—a medium 20-inch frame—and is engineered to emulate a road bike’s aesthetics and functionality. Its design incorporates a solid front fork with no suspension, reflecting a focus on speed and efficiency. The bike’s tires are narrow 700 x 25c, enhancing its road performance and efficiency while the semi-deep dish rims offer a subtle aerodynamic advantage. These components contribute to its road bike pedigree, alongside other elements like the Presta valves and Tektro Aruga E-Comp hydraulic disc brakes, which feature motor inhibitors on both sides. This ensures immediate stoppage when the brakes are applied, offering both safety and control.

A standout feature of the Evo Race is its potential for customization. Threaded eyelets near the dropouts allow for the addition of a rear rack, turning this road-oriented e-bike into a versatile city commuter. However, with a rigid frame, the ride can be somewhat bumpy, making it more suited to smooth pavements or for riders comfortable with a firmer ride.

Under the hood, the Evo Race houses a Shimano 105 component group, with a 10-speed cassette and Shimano Tiagra triple chainring up front. This gearing setup is complemented by FSA cranks and sturdy aluminum alloy platform pedals, adding to the bike’s durability and performance capability. A key aesthetic and functional feature is the seamless integration of the battery into the down tube, keeping the bike’s appearance sleek and modern. This design innovation hides the power source, which can be charged on or off the bike, a significant improvement from previous models that required battery removal for charging.

The Evo Race is equipped with a 36-volt, 11.6 amp-hour battery, which provides a longer range than its predecessors, thanks to its enhanced capacity. It powers a 350-watt Dapu geared rear hub motor, controlled through a torque sensor that ensures a smooth and responsive riding experience. The e-bike’s user interface includes a removable, backlit LCD screen, allowing riders to track speed, battery life, and assist levels easily.

In terms of performance, the Evo Race offers a range of pedal assist modes, from eco to boost, with a maximum speed of 20 mph. The throttle is operational in no-assist mode but becomes inactive once pedal assist is engaged. The bike’s refined motor control system reduces the abrupt surges common in some e-bikes, providing a smoother ride that mimics a traditional cadence sensor.

While the Evo Race excels in many areas, it does have a few minor drawbacks, such as the absence of bottle cage bosses, which could be an inconvenience for long-distance riders. However, these are easily remedied with aftermarket solutions. Overall, the Easy Motion Evo Race is a well-crafted electric bike that combines road bike agility with the convenience of electric assistance, making it an attractive choice for cyclists seeking speed, style, and functionality.

Easy Motion Evo Race Specifications

  1. Range: Not specified (depends on assist level and riding conditions).
  2. Top Speed: 20 mph.
  3. Motor Size: 350 watts (Dapu geared rear hub motor).
  4. Battery Size: 36 volts, 11.6 amp-hours.
  5. Frame: Medium 20-inch aluminum alloy frame.
  6. Warranty: Not specified.
  7. Safety Certified: Not specified.
  8. Digital Display: Removable, backlit LCD.

Full Specifications

  • Miles Per Charge: Not specified.
  • Max Speed: 20 mph.
  • Max Rider Weight: Not specified.
  • Waterproof Rating: Not specified.
  • Motor Size: 350 watts.
  • Battery Size: 36 volts, 11.6 amp-hours.
  • Tire Size: 700 x 25c.
  • Product Weight: 45 pounds.
  • Dimensions: Medium 20-inch frame.
  • Warranty Length: Not specified.
  • Frame Material: Aluminum alloy.
  • Color(s): Not specified.
  • Inner Tubes: Not specified.
  • Brakes: Tektro Aruga E-Comp hydraulic disc brakes.
  • Charge Time: Not specified.
  • Suspension: None (rigid frame).
  • Display: Removable, backlit LCD.
  • Headlight: Not specified.
  • Charger: Not specified.