Zuma Electric Bike Review

Izip first started in 1998 under the name currie technologies and it was one of the pioneers of electric bicycle companies in the united states soon they patented a unique drive system and in 2005 decided to introduce their own brand izip.

Zuma electric bike review.

A plastic display block. Bicycles don t emit noxious greenhouse gases like a car or motorcycle nor do they burn expensive. You may discover this bike at a garage sale or possibly being sold new at a discount. In 2012 the company was acquired by accell group and became a part of the conglomerate that includes a number of other great brands.

A stealthy urban speed pedelec l1e b in europe that offers premium design elements sophisticated pedal assist measuring pedal torque terrain incline and acceleration keyless activation gps theft recovery and motor tuning via smartphone app. The best way to tell it apart from the newer model is that the battery pack is mounted in a rear rack. This review is for the older 2013 izip e3 zuma. Extremely smooth quiet and durable gearless direct drive hub motor from tdcm offers adjustable energy recapture with regenerative braking.

I ve reviewed four earlier versions of the izip e3 zuma electric bicycle dating back to 2014 but this latest 2018 iteration is the first one i ve seen that uses a mid drive motor and downtube mounted battery pack. Izip is known for offering a variety of drive systems from currie electro. This improves frame stability and handling reduces frame flex and offers greater range because the mid motor can leverage. As part of the largest and longest operating ebike company in north america izip is backed by a nationwide network of skilled independent local bike dealers and the accell north america electric bike competence center ebcc.

The latest model is also priced slightly less at 2 499 vs. Partial requiring pedal assist. The zuma is a great bike for zipping around the neighborhood and is the only model for 2016 from izip that offers the twist throttle with full power up to 20 mph vs. The following review is for the 2014 izip e3 zuma the latest version can be found here which includes a higher voltage battery for improved climbing and power as well as a refined frame that s easier to service and add lighting to also an updated control panel with a lights on off switch as well as upgraded mechanical disc brakes from promax with tool free adjustment.

This review is for the 2015 izip e3 zuma for an updated version check out the 2016 model which offers automatic battery sleep after 30 days and a new led console ring vs. There s no suspension but the tires are relatively large the saddle is medium firmness and the swept back bar and padded grips are great.