What’s the lifespan of a Brompton battery?
A battery’s lifespan is measured in charge cycles, or the number of times that the battery has been charged from empty to full. A conservative estimate is that batteries last between 500 to 1,000 charge cycles, or around 3 to 7 years of use. Most ebike batteries last for 500–1,000 charge cycles, or 25–35 miles (40–56 km) per charge, meaning it can last from 3-8 years depending on usage, storage, and riding conditions.With proper care and maintenance, your electric bike can last anywhere from 3 to 10 years. The lifespan will vary based on the quality of the components, usage patterns, and how well you maintain your bike.
What is the best electric kit for Brompton?
Cytronex is the highest-rated electric assistance for Brompton, even outperforming Brompton’s own purpose-built e-bikes (see review links below). Its lighter weight is a significant advantage, and it seamlessly integrates without interfering with the fold or luggage mount. Whereas most Bromptons use 16-inch wheels and rim brakes, the Electric G Line features larger (20-inch) wheels, wide tyres and disc brakes. Oh, and a battery and motor, as you may have surmised from the name.
Is the Brompton electric comfortable for long rides?
The Brompton G-Line Electric can be a solid commuter bicycle for those who have slightly longer, bumpier commutes. It is more stable for longer rides, with a better feel when things get bumpy. The weight will be off-putting on occasion however. Bigger Gaps Between Gears The second thing you notice with the Brompton is that the difference between gears is greater. The hard gear is really hard, so it doesn’t get used much on hilly terrain. You need to shift down to the second and third gears, to make cycling possible.