X-Treme's XB-300-SLA Electric Mountain Bicycle is perfect for you if you're new to the sport, or a novice user looking for a step up from the bare bones model you may have gotten when you first started riding.I've never mountain biked before, but I was looking forward to trying it out with some experienced friends. They pointed me towards the XB-300-SLA Electric Mountain Bicycle, saying it was an affordable bike packed with high quality features not found on similar models.
One look at the X-Treme XB-300-SLA showed me the truth. Its 300 watt motor got me up to a top speed of 20 mph unassisted. Two 12 volt, 12 amp SLA batteries kept me moving for 10 miles, more if I pedaled.
Stripped down to the basics, the XB-300-SLA electric mountain bike is packed with quality components. The 18” steel frame is solid. Steel front forks with standard suspension take the pressure off landings, making the bike's ride a smooth and easy one. I appreciated the responsive handling of the aluminum alloy handlebars, which can take lots of twists and turns with ease.
The X-Treme XB-300-SLA has a 7-speed Shimano Tourney gear and shifter, a TZX-31 rear dérailleur, and gearbox. You can pedal, or you can use the Twist and Go (TAG) system for an extra boost to make it up a hill. When using the Pedal Assist (PA) mode, the engine comes on after every 360 degree rotation of the pedals, making pedaling easier.
X-Treme's XB-300-SLA Electric Mountain Bicycle is perfect for you if you're new to the sport, or a novice user looking for a step up from the bare bones model you may have gotten when you first started riding.I've never mountain biked before, but I was looking forward to trying it out with some experienced friends. They pointed me towards the XB-300-SLA Electric Mountain Bicycle, saying it was an affordable bike packed with high quality features not found on similar models.
One look at the X-Treme XB-300-SLA showed me the truth. Its 300 watt motor got me up to a top speed of 20 mph unassisted. Two 12 volt, 12 amp SLA batteries kept me moving for 10 miles, more if I pedaled.
Stripped down to the basics, the XB-300-SLA electric mountain bike is packed with quality components. The 18” steel frame is solid. Steel front forks with standard suspension take the pressure off landings, making the bike's ride a smooth and easy one. I appreciated the responsive handling of the aluminum alloy handlebars, which can take lots of twists and turns with ease.
The X-Treme XB-300-SLA has a 7-speed Shimano Tourney gear and shifter, a TZX-31 rear dérailleur, and gearbox. You can pedal, or you can use the Twist and Go (TAG) system for an extra boost to make it up a hill. When using the Pedal Assist (PA) mode, the engine comes on after every 360 degree rotation of the pedals, making pedaling easier.
The X-Treme XB-300-SLA is 63 lbs., making it easy to tote around, and it folds down for storage too. It can carry a rider up to 350 lbs., and the quality Kenda 26” x 1.95” pneumatic tires, mounted on double wall alloy rims, are knobby and strong and can grip as much dirt as I could throw at them.
Pros:
- Great high quality features on an affordable entry level mountain bike
- Strong frame takes a beating and the shock system works well, absorbing bumps with ease and comfort
- Super comfy padded seat that has double rubber springs
- No chains or belts to worry about, as the engine drives the rear wheel directly
- Plenty of power and responsiveness makes this a great off-road ride
- Pedaling was a bit stiff for me, but it might have been my underused muscles rather than the bike itself
- Suspension could be a bit softer
Source, PRLog.org: X-Treme XB-300-SLA Electric Mountain Bike