Biktrix, a Canada-based e-bike producer that is been round since 2014, launched its newest bike, the Juggernaut HD Duo, on Indiegogo and completely crushed its $30,000 aim. The bike only recently began transport to backers, however I bought an opportunity to check out an early pattern of the $3,399 Juggernaut HD Duo and it is positively a enjoyable trip.
The mannequin I examined got here with two 52-volt, 17.5-Ah batteries that add 20 kilos to the already heavy 83-pound bike, bringing its whole weight to 103 kilos — not nice for those who dwell in a walk-up. You may as well get it with two 39-Ah batteries for larger journey distances between prices.
The 2 batteries are detachable, with one built-in into the body and the opposite resting on prime of the downtube. Chargers are included for each and might be absolutely charged in about 6 to eight hours with the batteries on or off the bike. The bike can draw energy from each batteries or simply the built-in one. The bike wires are neatly channeled by way of the body with some padded wraps to guard the body the place they exit.
The bike rides like a monster truck on its 26-inch wheels and I discovered its entrance suspension smoothed out the bumpy New York Metropolis streets. Entrance and rear fenders come customary and I can not anticipate snow so I can check it out. For anybody close to a seashore, it will probably additionally run on sand. The off-road mannequin I examined was uncapped, letting it attain as much as 35 mph (56 kph); the road model would adhere to native laws.
I bought the bike as much as 32 mph — not dangerous contemplating my measurement and lack of aerodynamics. My temper would decide the full distance I might journey. It is not a bicycle that wants charging each day however I occur to have a little bit of a velocity bug in me and that may reduce the anticipated journey distance by 30% to 40%. The estimated journey distance is over 100 miles and that’s potential, relying on the rider’s weight, terrain and use of help and throttle. I personally wish to pedal however love dialing up that help, particularly since I trip with automobiles greater than within the bike lane, particularly when going quick. More often than not I trip with the pedal help set at 2 or 3 and kick it as much as 5 when automobiles begin getting too shut.
The Juggernaut HD Duo can assist a max load of 380 kilos with a rear rack that may assist 50 kilos. Sitting on it I felt highly effective, from its sheer measurement and energy and the sound the off-road tires made on the concrete. It is a mid-drive e-bike powered by a 1,000-watt BBSHD Bafang motor with a 10-speed Shimano cassette.
The bike might be pedaled with or with out help or powered solely with its motor utilizing the thumb throttle. You get a alternative of Eco or Sport modes and 5 ranges of help. Shifting is unquestionably one thing the rider has to do on the Duo and it is virtually like driving a stick shift minus the clutch. The Juggernaut is supplied with twin 180mm disc hydraulic brakes to gradual you down quick, with a rear brake gentle that illuminates when braking whether or not the headlights are on or not.
The DPC-18 full-color show for the bike is roughly 4 inches and visual at any time of day. The show exhibits present velocity, battery degree, mode (Eco or Sport), help degree, time, journey odometer and whole miles traveled. As well as, there is a USB-A port for charging cell units.
Lastly, the Juggernaut HD Duo is obtainable to order in 4 colours: blue, black, camo and reptilian.
