Orbit Velocity electric assist Steps EP6
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Price £5000.00
5.0/5 from 2 customer reviews
In stock - test ride model available
Built using a lightweight aluminium frame, the tandem uses the Shimano Steps EP6 250W motor and a 504wh battery.Battery weighs 2.9kg, and takes 4 hours for a full charge, however, it is 80% charged after the initial 2 1/2 hours.
Range of course depends upon rider weight, wind, tyre selection & altitude gain, but it can be as much as 70 miles per charge.
The 250W motor is the highest output system that is road legal in the UK, giving up to 85Nm of torque. The EP6 is a new motor Shimano produce and has plenty of torque which makes it very suitable for tandem use.
This type of electric assist is called a mid-drive system, the engine runs through the gears, and correct use of the gears when climbing make the system really efficient, and allows a light weight motor to be used whilst still giving out a great amount of torque, which is needed for pedalling up the hills.
Built in North Yorkshire, and finished with top quality components from Shimano the Steps EP6 is designed for couples who want a high performance electric assist tandem.
Shimano Cues gearing, again another fabulous new range from Shimano, with the cassettes being designed for longevity and G6000 wheels give this tandem a really superb feel.
Wheels size 700c.
48-spoke wheels.
Weight, as pictured, 28.1kg
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| Options | 19/15" Satin black 21/17" Satin black 19/15" Gloss maroon red 21/17" Gloss maroon red |
|---|---|
| Frame | Orbit lightweight aluminium |
| Forks | Orbit full chromoly steel disc |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT Linkglide 11 speed |
| Front Derailleur | None |
| Shifters | Shimano Linkglide XT 11 speed right hand shift lever |
| Chainset (Pilot) | Shimano 170mm crank length with Steps EP6 motor |
| Chainset (Stoker) | Orbit 170mm crank length 42 tooth |
| Bottom Bracket (Pilot) | Steps |
| Bottom Bracket (Stoker) | Alloy eccentric & Shimano square taper UN300 115mm |
| Chain (Crossover) | KMC nickel plated 160 link |
| Chain (Rear) | Shimano 11 speed linkglide |
| Cassette | Shimano LG700 Linkglide 11 speed 11/50 |
| Pedals (Pilot) | Alloy touring with strapless toe cups |
| Pedals (Stoker) | Alloy touring with strapless toe cups |
| Front Brake | TRP Spyke cable pull disc brake, with 203mm rotor |
| Rear Brake | TRP Spyke cable pull disc brake, with 203mm rotor |
| 3rd Brake | Shimano V brake, controlled from the front handlebars with Shimano friction lever |
| Brake Levers | Shimano |
| Front Hub | Orbit tandem large flange, cartridge bearing, 6 bolt disc 48 hole |
| Rear Hub | Orbit tandem large flange, cartridge bearing, 6 bolt disc, 145mm OLD 48 hole |
| Rims | Alex G6000 deep section aero |
| Spokes | Sapim Strong butted stainless |
| Tyres | Schwalbe Marathon E plus 700 x 38c |
| Headset | Tange Thunda 1 1/8" semi intergated, cartridge bearing |
| Stem (Pilot) | Satori 31.8mm ahead |
| Stem (Stoker) | Orbit adjustable, 160mm to 200mm |
| Handlebars (Pilot) | Zoom black riser, 31.8 clamp size |
| Handlebars (Stoker) | Black alloy stoker bars, 25.4 clamp size, 49cm external width & 4.5cm, 9 or 11cm stoker riser |
| Saddle (Pilot) | Velo plush comfort touring |
| Saddle (Stoker) | Velo plush comfort touring |
| Seatpost (Pilot) | Black alloy, 400mm x 27.2 |
| Seatpost (Stoker) | Elegance suspension seat post 40mm travel |
| Grips (Pilot) | Wave ergo lock-on with integrated bar ends |
| Grips (Stoker) | Velo black cork bar tape |
| Pannier Rack (Front) | - |
| Pannier Rack (Rear) | Black alloy 3 leg |
| Bottle Cages | 2 alloy |
| Mudguards | Black or silver with stainless steel fittings |
| Extras | Prop stand included Every Orbit Tandem is built to order, so should you wish to change any part of the specification please get in touch. Planning a trip? Additional batteries are available to hire please ask for further details. |
As with any product, specification is subject to change without prior notification. You are advised to confirm current specification before buying.