Ohm Urban XU700 2012

Urban Commuter

The ultimate urban commuter, the OHM will whisk you across town without sweat and exhaustion. The 2012 OHM Urban is built around the Bionx power series motor system, featuring the best power to weight ratio on the market. The OHM Urban 2012 is for those who seek dazzling performance in a lightweight package. Learn more about OHM Cycles premium electric bikes.

Highlights:

• Purpose built for commuting with day running LED lights, fenders, and rear rack
• Bionx power series motor system delivering up to 3X your pedal power
• High capacity lithium ion battery pack
• Regenerative braking
• Hydraulic disc brakes for all weather braking
• 2-year warranty

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 6 months of complimentary tune-ups. To guarantee that your bicycle works great over its lifetime, we ask that you bring it in for at least two tune-ups: one at 100 miles of riding and then again at 500 miles. We recommend purchasing a service membership with your bike to guarantee that it is serviced regularly. Ask us about our yearly membership packages to learn which one makes sense for your type of riding.

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 most issues 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/)

OHM Urban XU700
Frameset
Size	18.5" & 19.5"
Fork	Suntour NCX D-LO LITE
Frame	Ohm Aluminum 7005
Wheels
Wheels	Alex ID19
Tire	28" X 1.5" Schwalbe Marathon Plus
Hub	Shimano DYNAMO
Drive Train
Speeds	27
Derailleurs/Shifters/Crank Set	Shimano Deore
Pedals	Wellgo
Power System
Power Hub	BionX Power Series 350HT w/ regen
Peak Power	700W
Power Pack	Li-Mn 37V 9.6Ah / 355Wh
Components
Seat	Velo
Seat Post	Suntour Suspension
Brake	Magura MT2 w/ Brake Sensor
Handlebars	Ritchey Riser
Headset	Ritchey Pro Logic
Stem	Ritchey OE Adjustable
Accessories
Front & Rear Light	Busch & Môller IQ Fly T and TOPLIGHT Flat S
Fender	All-Weather Polycarbonate
Rear Carry Rack	Topeak
Chain Guard	Shimano
Kickstand	Pletscher Zoom
Performance
Assist Levels	35% / 75% /150% / 300%
Max Range	56 Miles
Top Motor Speed	20 MPH