Ohm Urban XU700 2011 :: The New Wheel Electric Bikes San Francisco

Beauty & Power

The ultimate urban commuter, the OHM will whisk you across town without sweat and exhaustion. Purpose built around Bionx, the best electric bike propulsion system available, and completed with components of uncompromising quality, this bike’s performance dazzles. Learn more about OHM Cycles premium electric bikes.

Highlights:

Purpose built for commuting with day running LED lights, fenders, and rear rack
Features best-of-class Bionx 37V motor system
Regenerative braking
Hydraulic disc brakes for all weather braking
Lifetime service from The New Wheel*
2-year warranty
Free City Carshare membership

*Lifetime service includes complimentary "check-ups" for your bike as long as you own it.

Ultimate Commuter

If it wasn't for OHM Cycles incredible electric bikes, I don't think I would have started selling electric bikes. I had tried a whole host of ebikes, and none that I had tried had met my expectations of what an electric bicycle could be.

That all changed once I tried the OHM electric bike powered by Bionx. Not only was it a bike that featured incredibly high quality bicycle parts, from its Shimano Deore drivetrain to its Schwalbe Tour tires, but it also had the BionX motor system, a motor unmatched by any other in its mixture of simple operation and incredible performance. The moment you begin pedaling the motor kicks in, giving you a satisfying boost to get you going, and automatically adjusting to the terrain to keep you riding smoothly and quickly.

This bike can help any rider climb even the steepest hills in San Francisco, fast. I know, because I have been riding this bike everyday for work and recreation. I've tried it on the steepest hills, and it can top them all.

This is the bike to make us all optimistic for a greener future.

- Brett of The New Wheel

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Service

All new Ohm bikes are inspected and setup by one of our experienced bicycle mechanics. We follow our comprehensive new bike setup checklist to make sure your bike is setup perfectly. Once your bike setup is complete, the checklist is signed off by the mechanic responsible for your bike and provided to you as part of your new owner packet.

Your bike comes standard with complimentary tune-ups for as long as you own it. We also offer a 24/7 nationwide roadside assistance program for $40/year that will transport you and your bicycle up to 30 miles to a location of your choosing two times a year (be it our shop or another bike shop or your home).

Your new electric bike can be serviced by any qualified bicycle technician. The electric components of your bike are best serviced by The New Wheel or another Bionx authorized dealer, as we have the equipment required to diagnose and fix any issue with your system.

FAQs

Q: For whom was the OHM designed?

A: The OHM Electric Bike was designed for people who wish to increase their riding experience, and:

find it difficult to ride uphill or against the wind
want a good workout (4 regenerative settings)
want to ride faster and longer
want to avoid traffic when traveling to work
want to ride with a group and maintain their speed (without struggling at the back of the pack

Q: Will an assisted bicycle keep me in better shape than a conventional bicycle?

A: Yes. According to an Australian study conducted by the Institute of Transport Studies, the assistance provided by such a bicycle helps to maintain the rider’s heart rate in the aerobic zone.

Because you can be assisted when going uphill, you do not need to spend excessive energy, you feel less tired, and can therefore keep going in your aerobic zone. With a conventional bicycle, many people exceed their aerobic zone when riding uphill then feels completely drained.

Q: How many miles can one travel on a charge?

A: It all depends on terrain and how much stop and go traffic to be contended with. In our experience, the OHM can take a rider of around 160 pounds up to 36 miles over hilly San Francisco terrain. In our testing, the 36 mile range was achieved over a route that climbed 2,800 feet traveling at an average speed of 11.4 MPH.

Q: How does charging work?

A: Simply plug the charger supplied with your OHM into a wall socket, and then into your battery. The indicator light on your charger will glow orange while charging, and green when complete.

Q: How long does it take to charge the battery?

A: A full charge from empty is achieve in just 2.5 hours.

Q: What is the typical lifespan of a battery?

A: The battery can last for a very long time, but its ability to hold a charge will be reduced to about 80% after 800 charge/recharge cycles. One charge/recharge cycle is a full cycle, meaning that if you only deplete half of the energy in the battery, and recharge it from there, that counts as only half a cycle.

If we conservatively figure that one charge cycle equals about 30 miles, you will probably not notice a reduced charge until about 15,000 miles. That’s a lot of biking!

Q: Can my electric bike be serviced by a bicycle mechanic?

A: Yes, definitely. Your OHM is at heart a bicycle, with standard bicycle components. The electric system itself is best serviced by The New Wheel or another authorized Bionx dealer.

Q: Can I ride in the rain?

A: Yes, you can use your OHM in the rain without any worries. All system elements are sealed and water resistant.

Q: What is the warranty?

A: All components of your OHM, including the BionX hardware and battery, are covered by a 2 year warranty. (http://ohmcycles.com/support/warranty/)