Sanyo Eneloop ($2,300, 40 mile limit) recognized at CES

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Did a MB.search, no mention of this e-bike, so.......

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Sanyo product description:
http://us.sanyo.com/News/SANYO-Unveils-its-eneloop-bike-to-U-S-Bicycle-Market-at-Interbike-2009

Introduced by SANYO in Japan in December 2008, the eneloop bike is a 26-inch, three-speed regenerative, pedal-assist hybrid electric bicycle. As such, riders can propel the eneloop bike under their own power or can engage the bike's motor and electrical system to pedal in one of three assist modes - standard, power-up or auto - where the front hub-based motor helps the bicycle and rider travel forward.

SANYO also employs its unique Torque-sensing Power Management Controller within the regenerative electrical system of the eneloop bike. As a result, the "Synergetic Hybrid Bicycle" automatically adjusts to differences in terrain uphill/downhill slopes, applying the perfect amount of assisted power when needed and engaging the regenerative properties of the "energy looping" (ene+loop) eneloop "Loop Charging" system when coasting or braking. As a result, eneloop bike owners can expect to ride up to 40 miles per charge in full "Auto" pedal assist mode, roughly increasing the battery use capacity by up to 1.18 times per charge.

The eneloop bike is expected to be available through independent bicycle dealers and specialty retailers throughout the United States beginning in November 2009, with a suggested retail price starting at $2,299.


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My bike shop has one from Trek, the power sits on a rack above the rear wheel, that only goes 20 mph, and he says you ALWAYS have to assist it, else it shuts off.

$2,100.
 
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Looking deeper in the Sanyo Decription, they don't give the best bang for the buck, thats for sure.

Additional eneloop bike features include:
- 250-Watt DC brushless motor
- 25.9 volt/5.7 Ampere-hour(Ah) lithium-ion battery
- Charge time ~ 3.5 hours
- Total bike weight ~ 50 pounds
- Taillight brake lamp
- Handlebar panel switch
- High-intensity, flashing LED tail lamp that operate when the headlight is turned on and flash faster when braking
- Low frame and saddle design to allow easy step-through and mounting
- Seat that accommodates 26-inch framing
- Adjustable saddle with a range of 7 inches to accommodate riders of all heights
- Neatly-designed frame with internal cabling
- Shaped saddle with shock absorbing elastomer cushion to decrease rider fatigue

Expected riding distances*:
- Up to 17 miles in Standard Mode - no charging while riding (with the motor engaged)
(based on company start & stop driving pattern for 219 yards)
- Up to 20 miles in Power-Up Mode - regenerative charging via braking only
(based on company continuous riding pattern without stopping)
- Up to 40 miles in Auto Mode - full regenerative charging
(based on company continuous riding pattern without stopping-maximum distance)

*Riding distances are based on company driving patterns

For more information about SANYO's eneloop bike and its entry into the U.S., please visit http://us.sanyo.com/eneloopbike.

On the cheap end of the spectrum are the EZIP's at Walmart, from $550 to 1,000.

http://www.google.com/products?q=wa...esult_group&ct=title&resnum=3&ved=0CCwQrQQwAg

The $1,000 EZIP Eco Ride Electric Bicycle soecs:

http://www.ezipusa.com/41-eco-ride-pre-order-now-.html
Description
Battery and Charger Included



MOTOR
250W of Power from a DC Brushed Earth Magnet Motor

BATTERY
Lithium-Ion, Rack Top Mounted, 25.9V / 10AH Pack,
(7) 3.7V Rechargeable Cells, Advanced BMS

CHARGE SYSTEM
UL Listed Lithium-ion Smart Charger with LED Status Display

CONTROLLER
Exclusive Currie Electro-Drive 24 Volt Fully Potted with Power
Gauge Function

TOP SPEED
15 mph / 24 km (Rider Weight, Rider Input and Terrain
Contingent)

RANGE
Up to 15 - 22 Miles / 24 - 35 km with Normal Pedaling (Rider
Weight, Rider Input and Terrain Contingent)

DRIVE
Patented Currie Electro-Drive System, Shimano Rear Derailleur,
SRAM Grip Shift, Shimano 7 Speed Freewheel

BRAKES
Alloy Linear Pull Brakes with Alloy Brake Inhibit Levers

WHEELS
Alloy 26' x 1.75" Rims

TIRES
Currie Comfort Tires 26" x 2.0"

HANDLEBAR / STEM
Mid-Rise Bar and Alloy Adjustable Angle Stem

FORK
Suspension with Fender Eyelets

USER CONTROLS
Power On/Off Switch, Easy Access Charger Port in Removable
Battery Pack, Twist Throttle with PAS Function & Battery
Gauge

SADDLE
Comfort Design, Q/R Alloy Suspension Post

FRAME
Exclusive Currie Aluminum, Bottle Bosses, Fender and Rack Mounts

CRANKS AND PEDALS
Alloy 44T Crankset, Double Chainguard, Resin Dual-Sided Pedals

NET WEIGHT
54 lbs / 24 kg

RIDER AGE & WEIGHT LIMIT
Young Adult to Adult / Do Not Exceed 240 lbs / 109 kg

SIZES
Unisex
Key Features

PAS (Pedal Assist System)

KEY FEATURES

* 250W of Power from a DC Brushed Earth Magnet Motor
* Up to 15 - 22 Miles / 24 - 35 km Per Charge on PAS Mode with Normal Pedaling (Rider Weight, Rider Input and Terrain Contingent)
* Real Transportation at Speeds up to 15 mph/24km (Rider Weight, Rider Input and Terrain Contingent)

Funny, no Ebay bargains for used ones, in fact, avg $1,200.

http://shop.ebay.com/i.html?_kw=Eco&_kw=Electric&_kw=Bicycle&_ckw=Ride&_ipg=

What I'm thinking is how an e-Bike frame can be converted to a true TRI-bred vehicle, muscle, petro and electric, which surely would confuse an interfering po-po or traffic court judge.
 
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