Ampler is well known in the industry for its reliable e-bikes, and also takes the crown for one of the first makers of e-bikes for commercial use. Now the Estonia-based company has created an e-bike that adapts one of the most widely used charging standards. Their latest two-wheeler comes with a USB-C charging port to make it easier for eco-conscious users to charge their ride.
While the idea might seem like an April Fool’s joke, this is not. Ampler revealed the Nova e-bike at the Cyclingworld, which is Europe’s finest bike and ebike show. This unique functionality is the first of its kind, and most bike riders will appreciate the liberty and ease-of-use, especially when you are not home or find it hard to plug in to a compatible bike charger. Standardizing the port eliminates redundancy and reduces e-waste, which all goes well for the planet. The electric bike will be sold in Europe for starters, but given its distinct appeal, users in the US and other regions will be eyeing the Nova.
Design: Ampler
The e-bike will come in two variants, Nova base version and Nove Pro, with the latter having added features including larger 28-inch wheels, 10-speed Shimano Deore drivetrain integrated into the hub and Gates Carbon belt drive system. Compared to the base version, which has 27.5-inch tires, a nine-speed transmission having an oily chain and derailleur – the Pro is a no-brainer. Both versions come integrated with 48V 336Wh integrated batteries that can be charged via the USB-C PD 3.1 charger in approximately three hours. That is impressive, as batteries the same size charged with contemporary connectors take almost five hours to max out.
The 140 W charger can also juice your power-hungry gadgets, and if you’ve got a suite of fast charging devices, they’ll be charged at a normal speed of 15W. There are 240W USB-C chargers on the market, so that time canbe further reduced when you get hold of one in the near future. Older chargers supporting USB-C PD 3.0 can also fill up the Nova bike, but those will obviously take more time. Both models are available in step-through and step-over frames that come with the option of three sizes to satisfy any kind of rider. The e-bikes can reach a top speed of 25km/h, which is good considering other features Ampler is offering on them.
Nova and Nova Pro can be pre-ordered at €2,990 (approximately $3,230) and €3,490 (about $3,770) respectively in the UK, EU, and Switzerland. The e-bikes boasting a two-year warranty will start shipping in June. Availability in other regions is not confirmed yet, so you’ll have to keep a watch on any developments in the future.
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