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CO-OP CYCLES

CO-OP CYCLES CTY e2 1

Electric Bike
CO-OP CYCLES CTY e2 1
CO-OP CYCLES CTY e2 1
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RankOlder modelBest Electric Bikes
Ranking Net Score-2-2 from reviews0 from votes
Sources86 positive · 8 negative
Priced at$1,438.93

Released Sep 2020

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Older model in Best Electric Bikes
Priced at$1,438.93

Released Sep 2020

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-2Ranking net score-2 from reviews and discussions0 from votes on BettaScore8 sources

The Co-op Cycles CTY e2.1 is a class-1 electric bike with a Shimano STEPS E6100 mid-drive motor and 504Wh battery, offering quick, nimble, and easy urban commuting with multimode pedal assist.

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Total -2 pts

Net positive 2

Net zero 2

Net negative 3

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YouTube
  • Brakes & Lights0 pts

    it's not hooked up to the bike where if you press on the brake pedal or brake handle, um, it will turn this one on.

  • Battery & Range0 pts

    It has a fairly small battery.

It has a fairly small battery. it's not hooked up to the bike where if you press on the brake pedal or brake handle, um, it will turn this one on.
Redditdiscussion

Pulled The Trigger Coop Cycles Cty E21 Class 1

  • Motor, Assist & Gears-1 pts

    I don't see how Class 1 and powerful belong in the same sentence.

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I don't see how Class 1 and powerful belong in the same sentence.
Redditdiscussion

Pulled The Trigger Coop Cycles Cty E21 Class 1

  • Motor, Assist & Gears+1 pts

    A powerful, trail-legal mid-drive Class 1 e-bike that climbs well and handles Denver terrain

  • Portability & Storage-1 pts

    The CTY e2.1 fits (barely) in the back of my 2018 Audi A5 Sportback sedan

  • Value & Support0 pts

    REI in-person support + 1-year tune-up (need to confirm full service terms)

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A powerful, trail-legal mid-drive Class 1 e-bike that climbs well and handles Denver terrain The CTY e2.1 fits (barely) in the back of my 2018 Audi A5 Sportback sedan REI in-person support + 1-year tune-up (need to confirm full service terms)
Redditdiscussion

Is The Cty E21 Electric Bike A Good Ebike

  • Comfort & Fit-1 pts

    the fit is a bit off. Most people who test ride it don’t buy it, and when they do there’s a good chance they’ll return it.

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the fit is a bit off. Most people who test ride it don’t buy it, and when they do there’s a good chance they’ll return it.
WIREDreview

wired.com

  • Battery & Range+1 pts

    The battery capacity of the CTY e2.1 is more than adequat

  • Motor, Assist & Gears-1 pts

    Con: Not a lot of oomph, even in Turbo mode

  • Comfort & Fit+1 pts

    The bike’s upright geometry, which had me less hunched over than other e-bikes I’ve tested, made the world pop.

  • Security, App & Display-1 pts

    Screen is frustratingly hard to read

  • Value & Support+1 pts

    REI will assemble for you and offers free adjustments

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The battery capacity of the CTY e2.1 is more than adequat Con: Not a lot of oomph, even in Turbo mode The bike’s upright geometry, which had me less hunched over than other e-bikes I’ve tested, made the world pop. Screen is frustratingly hard to read REI will assemble for you and offers free adjustments
Redditdiscussion

Is The Cty E21 Electric Bike A Good Ebike

  • Battery & Range0 pts

    418Wh limits range for longer rides

  • Motor, Assist & Gears+1 pts

    HESC 250W motor gives steady, predictable assistance for hilly suburban rides

  • Comfort & Fit+1 pts

    51 mm tires add comfort and confidence on rough urban surfaces

  • Portability & Storage-1 pts

    24.72 kg means carrying it sucks

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418Wh limits range for longer rides HESC 250W motor gives steady, predictable assistance for hilly suburban rides 51 mm tires add comfort and confidence on rough urban surfaces 24.72 kg means carrying it sucks
Redditdiscussion

Looking For Front Fender For Coop Cycles Cty E21

  • Motor, Assist & Gears-1 pts

    I know there are bikes with more power assist

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I know there are bikes with more power assist
Redditdiscussion

Is The Cty E21 Electric Bike A Good Ebike

  • Value & Support-1 pts

    the bike shop at the REI store where I bought it has decided it's no longer accepting any new work

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the bike shop at the REI store where I bought it has decided it's no longer accepting any new work

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