Bristol based Temple Cycles was founded in 2014, and is largely known for its hand-built steel frame bicycles. The brand has however expanded its horizons from urban to road, then to gravel - and now it’s moved into electric bikes. There are currently two e-bikes on offer: the Classic, and the one I was sent to test, the Step Through Electric. After an informed discussion
The Raleigh Motus is an electric hybrid bike aimed at urban and countryside users alike. I reviewed the Motus Tour step-through version but there are several models in the range to suit different gearing, frame type and budget requirements. At just under £2,500 for the Motus Tour, it looks to be quite a decent value proposition on paper, with a Bosch Active Line mid-drive
OLI ebike systems introduces the EDGE and MOVE-N drive units, which fit some of the most diffused motor brackets in the industry. OLI also boast the new RING VISION interface.
Volt’s Infinity is based around Shimano’s STEPS motor system which makes it easy and efficient to ride in all kinds of environments, and thanks to a huge range you won’t spend your whole-time riding with one eye on the screen. With guards and lights you aren’t just limited to sunny dry rides either. In fact, the only thing I’d change is the saddle for better comfort.