Spectrum Bikes

• Hey Folks - Greg here with Spectrum Bikes. I'm a lifelong bicyclist that decided to develop Ebikes after building some analog to Ebike conversions. Our first bike is fundamentally the bike that I desired, a mountain trekking bike. I can honestly say I am pleased. Maybe it will resonate with others as well. Things I wanted: a quality powerful motor for climbing, a slack front end for stability on descents, comfortable seating angle (I find I sit more on an Ebike), a BMX minimalist inspired burly aluminum full suspension frame with competent geometry, durability, serviceability, a solid reliable brake system, a robust drive train, wheel sets with integrity, awesome tires, the ability to get the backpack and water off my back, a remote dropper, wide bars, quality shocks, large capacity battery for significant range, and a bike that does not weigh 80-100 Lbs. All this for considerably less than $6-15K. I could certainly discuss the development in detail: suffice to say -- this bike is not something I picked out of a catalog, it was a collaborative effort and there were prototypes and alterations before the finale. Here are some of the specs and things to consider. 
• Bafang M560 UL2849 from the worlds largest ebike motor manufacture. They have been in the industry upwards of 10-12 years ahead of many of the "main stream" players. They develop and build quality products. For a more in depth look at their operation, as well as some info on the M560 scope out this vid -- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1SqDrwiytzQ&t=18s
• Reention Dorado Battery System -- I needed a battery system which provided significant capacity, but did not take up as much real estate, all in an effort to: 1 - maintain a good reach and stack while providing a bit more slack seating position  2 -  to get the motor articulated up and 3 - have enough energy in the tank for significant range and longevity (one of the biggest battery killers is to repetitively deplete the battery). Things I personally like about this system: Easy to remove (theft deterrent / keeping out of sun / storage + I find easier to charge on workbench vs getting bike to outlet) -- it is carried on the frame rather than suspended (lot of bikes have issues falling out of frame) -- USB Port (great for heated gloves in the winter) -- capacity (there are even larger capacity sizes available - that fit this bike).  The last thing I would say about the battery - the bike is an investment - I personally have gotten about a decade out of my mountain bikes - and battery tech is advancing. I can not elaborate - but it is my inkling that in the years to come this battery system may be an excellent candidate for solid state/or? implementation because it has a distinct advantage: wiggle room. 

Best Use - Leisure Mountain / Light Trekking

E-Bike Classification - Class 3: Pedal Assist 28 MPH - Thumb Throttle Assist to 14.8 MPH

Motor - HO Bafang M560 -- Mid Drive -- 139 NM Torque - IPX6 - UL2849

Thumb Throttle - Right Side Slim Mount - Push Activated - Variable

Battery Type - Lithium Ion – Genuine LG Cells - 1 Yr Warranty

​Battery Capacity (Wh) - 840 Watt Hours

Battery Removable - Yes - Laterally + Won't drop out of bottom of frame - Like some. 

Charge Time (hrs) - 50%: 1.5 hours; 100%: 3.5 hours

Fender Capable - Yes – Front and Rear

Frame - 6061-T6 Aluminum Alloy - 140 MM Rear Travel - Taiwanese Company Produced

Bike Suspension - Full Suspension - Sealed bearings at pivots

Front Fork - SR Suntour X1 AIR Boost W/ Lockout - 120MM Travel

Rear Shock - DNM AO-42RC DRIFT

Bottom Bracket - Component of Motor – ISIS Mounted Crankset

Shifters - SRAM S5 9 SPD

Rear Derailleur - SRAM X-4

Rear Cassette - SRAM PG-950, 11-34T, 9-speed - Steel + Reasonably Priced (Consumable)

Chain - KMC E9 SPORT - Very Burly + Necessary

Front Chain Ring - SENICX High Torque 32T

Brakes - TEKTRO HD-395

Brake Rotors - TEKTRO 203mm + 180mm – 2.3mm THICK (most are 1.7mm)

Brake Levers - TEKTRO HD W/ PWR CUT

Rims / Hubs - HD DOUBLE WALL 36 SPOKE 2.3MM (Many are 1.7/2.0), SEALED BEARINGS

Wheel Size - 29 In FRONT, 27.5 In REAR

Tires - WTB TRAIL BOSS 2.6 – NON TCS

Grips - Shock Absorption - Clamp ON

Handlebar - PROMAX 760 mm wide, 20 mm Rise

Stem - PROMAX DA-269

Seat Post - EXA FORM 900i – 125mm Travel

Dropper Post - Yes + Beefy 31.6 (Versus 28.6 or 30.9)

Saddle - SELLE ROYAL MACH Z

Pedals - ROAD SET – WELLGO ALUMINUM PLATFORM

          - OFF-ROAD SET – SPECTRUM PRO LOW PROFILE PLATFORM W/ TRIPLE BEARINGS

Headset - NECO H156 for 1.5 in. Tapered Steerer

Charger - 4 AMP – STC-8203LD - UL Listed - Heavy with big heat sink - Fan-less

Weight - LARGE – 62 LBS W/ BAG, BATTERY + PEDALS MOUNTED -- INCLUDED

Gender - Unisex

 * Extras with the bike - Perks Package - $275 Value

       Folding Bike Stand - $40

       Custom Spectrum Waterproof Semi-Rigid Frame Bag with 120 Cu Inches of Storage - $60

        300 PSI Shock Pump - $30

       Genier 1⁄4” Bicycle Torque Wrench / Tool-set - $40

      Spectrum Low Profile Platform Pedals with Triple Sealed Bearings - $60

       UPGRADED fan-less fast charge 4 amp Battery Charger UL Listed - $45

                             Shipping is Ground - $200

                      Domestic Lower 48

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