Dutch bicycle model Veloretti simply introduced a slimmed-down model of its wonderful Electrical Two collection of electrical bikes for European commuters.
The step-over Ace Two Lite is a lighter and cheaper model of the very heavy Ace Two e-bike I reviewed again in 2023, which ditches the elegant Enviolo computerized shifter in favor of an easier single-speed, belt-driven transmission. It’s being bought alongside the step-through Ivy Two Lite for €2,599. The unique Ace Two and Ivy Two e-bikes stay on, solely now they carry a Professional suffix and a brand new lower cost of €2,990. That offers Veloretti a group of e-bikes that straddle the €2,681 European average.
I ought to notice that the Lite fashions aren’t precisely light-weight. They shave 3kg (6.61 kilos) off the Professional frames, placing them at 27kg (59.5 kilos) as a substitute of 30kg (66.1 kilos). That’s nonetheless heavy, however Veloretti e-bikes experience tremendous sturdy when carrying round groceries or youngsters as Europeans are apt to do — with hydraulic brakes that carry over to the Lite fashions to carry all the pieces to a managed cease.
The detachable 540Wh battery remains to be there too, which contributes one other 3kg (6.61 kilos) to the general weight. That giant battery is able to offering between 60-120km of vary, which varies based mostly upon the rider, chosen power-assist degree, climate, and terrain. The Lite fashions nonetheless characteristic built-in entrance and rear lighting, however the brake-light characteristic has been eliminated. I’d have most well-liked that Veloretti ditched its overwrought built-in show, nevertheless it lives to battle one other day.
The Ace Two Lite is accessible in graphite or matte black, whereas the Ivy Two Lite is simply accessible in matte black. They’re that can be purchased now with supply in 6 to eight weeks.