- Unassisted power on demand for up to 20 miles at a cruising speed of 20 mph.
- Easily upgraded to double its range to 40 miles with the addition of a secondary battery pack and increase its carrying capacity with the addition of baskets and rear carrier bags.
- 500 W Motor, 36 V Lithium Ion Battery built in to frame (Fully charges in 3.5 - 4 hours.)
- 3" Wide thorn resistant tires
- Full Suspension
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Product Description
This Light Electric Vehicle offers the fun of a bike with the power of an electric motor, all wrapped up in a quiet riding and decidedly stylish design.
It's perfect for those who want an economic transportation solution that is good for the environment and good for the soul.
Designed for urban or suburban commutes, this Light Electric Vehicle offers lightweight aluminum construction with full suspension. Add in its comfortable,oversized seat and you have a powerful ride that's easy to handle.
When you don't feel like pedaling, the A2B offers unassisted power on demand for up to 20 miles at a cruising speed of 20mph. Plus, the A2B can be easily upgraded to double its range to 40 miles with the purchase of an additional secondary battery pack.
Speed 20 Mph / 33kmph
Range 20miles* / 33km* - (extendable to 40miles**)
Vehicle weight 73lb / 33kg
Battery type Lithium Ion
Operating voltage 36V
Motor Power BLDC hub motor 500W
Frame Tig Welded 6061 Aluminum
Wheel size 20 X 3.0 Kenda Kraze
Derailleur Shimano Alivio 7 Speed
Front suspension Front shock
Rear suspension Rear swing arm
Seat type Ultra Motor oversize comfort seat
Brake type Hayes MX4 V7 Cable Disc
Extras A range of additional accessories
* Dependent on rider weight, pedaling and terrain
** 40 miles (66km) is based on addition of secondary battery pack components are subject to change without notice
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35 of 43 people found the following review helpful
I have had the A2B Bike for 5 days and find several negatives that come with it which should be considered before you purchase one. Have just had the privalege of walking my A2B 7 miles after being stranded with it. The tires on it are very cheap and cheesy. They puncture easily and after being deflated they are very soft and mushy. Walked to the bus terminal to take it home thinking I could just drop it in the rack like a normal bike rider could do but NO!! It does not fit. Tires are too fat and the bike is longer than a normal bike and does not fit, hence I was refused to load it and had to walk. Another observation is the power does not always activate when you applicate it. Was at a stop light and after it had turned green at times it had taken 4-5 tries to get it to kick in. I believe the A2B is still too much in it's infancy to be at least dependable.
15 of 18 people found the following review helpful
I bought two of these bikes for commuting...and two extra chargers to keep at each of my offices, so that way I can charge for the ride home. The second battery is very expensive, but the second charger is not. I had a flat tire from letting the tire go too low and then taking a curve...the bike shop called it a "slider" flat...otherwise, I ride long distances and don't have trouble. It needs to have rack accessories, inlcuding panniers, that you can actually get...they don't seem to sell them even though they have pictures. You will experience the motor cut out the other reviewer talked about if you "ride the brake"...as long as you let go of the brake before you engage the throttle, that doesn't happen. These bikes are so zippy they are a blast! My biggest problem has been with the brakes...they do seem to need adjustment often, and new pads. I try not to use the brakes, but let's face it, the disks are tiny and the bike weighs 75 pounds. Still, the world would be a better place if everyone rode these bikes. I also own several Segways and an electric boat (DUFFY), so I like electric stuff. As with all the other electric things, it is best to keep charged...the lower half of "the tank" always seems to go faster than the 1st half...so you may have to pedal if you run out...and if you do, it will probably be on a hill! But the good news is that you CAN pedal...and it's good for you. Great product. And I'm sure it will get better.
10 of 12 people found the following review helpful
I've had my A2B for over a year. I commute with it every day, riding it about 7-8 miles total and charging it at work. It's been excellent overall -- really study and reliable.
On the brakes: the bike is *heavy*, so stopping it at top speed often is of course going to wear them out. But even so, the brakes are long-lasting. I used to think they were terrible, until I realized they are adjustable - basically you turn a knob to extend the brake pads, and your brakes are back. There were several times when I thought my brakes were dead and brought it in, but the bike shop guys just made some minor adjustment and suddenly the brakes were back, without any replacements. So don't believe it if people tell you the brakes don't last. I weigh 200 lbs, and ride in the hills of bay area. The brakes last.
The battery has been good too. I was worried that after a year or so the thing wouldn't keep a charge well, but I've only gotten myself stranded once, and that was because I forgot to charge it.
One thing I don't like: the motor disengages when you tap the breaks and doesn't come back for a few seconds. This can get you in a jam when you are in the middle of traffic. I have also gotten two flats, though I don't know if I can blame the bike for that.
Overall I give this bike high marks. It is expensive, but you do get what you pay for.
On the brakes: the bike is *heavy*, so stopping it at top speed often is of course going to wear them out. But even so, the brakes are long-lasting. I used to think they were terrible, until I realized they are adjustable - basically you turn a knob to extend the brake pads, and your brakes are back. There were several times when I thought my brakes were dead and brought it in, but the bike shop guys just made some minor adjustment and suddenly the brakes were back, without any replacements. So don't believe it if people tell you the brakes don't last. I weigh 200 lbs, and ride in the hills of bay area. The brakes last.
The battery has been good too. I was worried that after a year or so the thing wouldn't keep a charge well, but I've only gotten myself stranded once, and that was because I forgot to charge it.
One thing I don't like: the motor disengages when you tap the breaks and doesn't come back for a few seconds. This can get you in a jam when you are in the middle of traffic. I have also gotten two flats, though I don't know if I can blame the bike for that.
Overall I give this bike high marks. It is expensive, but you do get what you pay for.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
good for my health
i bought 2 of these bikes 2 years ago and find them to be very good...except for the flat tires as many have mentioned... i'm old and a diabetic...so... Read more
Published 1 month ago by buj
Dont Buy
first issue with it was the rear fender failed on the first ride. I had to contact Ultra motor directly as the bike store did not know what to do. Read more
Published 2 months ago by music junky
Absolute Crap
This bike is total garbage. Frankly, I'd like to use profanity to describe it, but don't want to violate Amazon TOS.
They say it gets up to 40 miles per charge. Read more
They say it gets up to 40 miles per charge. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Interested Reader
Metro A2B tips
I have two 2009 A2B Metro with a few thousand miles on them. I use my bike in St Augustine, Florida (flat and wet). Read more
Published 8 months ago by Matt T. Neibaur
Battery will not last
I cannot recommend this mike. It does looks great and the ride is fun but you will be buying new batteries quite often at $600 a pop. Read more
Published 8 months ago by cseg
Worth the money.
I have owned this bike for a 18 months. Overall I'm quite pleased. When new, with fresh main and auxiliary batteries, it has a real world range, with out any pedaling, of 35+... Read more
Published 14 months ago by george martin
Waste of Money
I have had this bike for over a year and all it does it break down. They work great for the first few months and then everything just starts breaking. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Stick
Great Little Vehicle
I really enjoy my A2B. I have had it for roughly two months, and am commuting roughly four miles each way to work, as well as odd errands around town. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Sam Falkner
A lot of Fun!
I bought three of these. Two for my Maui home so my teenagers could get to the beach without driving a car, and kept one in California. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Deborah
Great bike, but certainly overpriced
This bike looks great and the speed is good , but at this price range a scooter would have been much better choice. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Mark Twain
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