The speaker discusses their experience with a high-speed pedelec, a type of electric bicycle, and shares their thoughts on its performance, features, and regulations. They mention that the bike, known as the ST5, is considered a high-end model and is allowed to reach speeds of up to 45 kilometers per hour. It is not an ordinary e-bike and falls under moped legislation.
The bike requires a helmet and a driver's license to ride, and it must be ridden between cars in built-up areas due to its high speed. Outside built-up areas, it can be ridden on cycle paths, but the speed limit is reduced to 30 kilometers per hour. The bike weighs 27 kilos and has a large battery that weighs almost 5 kilos. It has several smart features, including automatic locking and unlocking via Bluetooth, and it can reach a maximum range of 180 km in eco mode.
The bike also has a high beam headlight and several other smart features. It has an electronic derailleur for quick gear shifting and a built-in GPS tracker. However, the speaker mentions that the GPS tracker has limitations and may not be useful in certain scenarios. The bike weighs 27 kilos and has a heavy battery, which can be removed and charged separately.
The speaker concludes by stating that the bike is of high quality and looks beautiful, but it comes with a high price tag of 9,500 euros. They also mention that it would be cheaper than owning a car in terms of electricity costs.
1. The text describes a test ride of a high-speed pedelec, specifically the ST5 model.
2. The pedelec is advertised as the Cadillac among the pedelecs, indicating it is a high-end model.
3. The pedelec is allowed to reach speeds of up to 45 kilometers per hour, and 30 kilometers per hour on cycle paths outside of built-up areas.
4. To ride the pedelec, one must have a driver's license and wear a helmet. It falls under moped legislation.
5. The pedelec has a large battery of almost one kilowatt-hour, which is almost twice as large as the batteries of typical e-bikes.
6. The pedelec has smart features such as an eco-mode, a maximum range of 180 km, and a sport mode that can reach 49 kilometers per hour with a maximum range of about 65 km.
7. The pedelec is equipped with a high-beam headlight and has smart features like automatic locking and unlocking via Bluetooth.
8. The pedelec also has a built-in GPS tracker and a USB connection for charging smartphones.
9. The pedelec weighs 27 kilos and its battery weighs almost 5 kilos.
10. The pedelec is priced at 9,500 euros, which is more expensive than a city car.