{"product_id":"flash-2","title":"EUNORAU FLASH 2.0 1000W Mid-Drive Full-Suspension Fat Tire Electric Bike – 52V 16Ah, Shimano 8-Speed, Triple-Battery Ready","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOne E-Bike for the Commute, the Gravel Path, and the Hill That Beats Everything Else\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost people end up wanting two e-bikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA comfortable one for the daily ride to work. And a tougher one for the weekend: the gravel path, the state park trail, the steep road home that makes ordinary e-bikes slow to a crawl. Two bikes means two batteries to charge, two to maintain, and twice the garage space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEUNORAU FLASH 2.0\u003c\/strong\u003e is built to be both. It's the top of the FLASH line: a moped-style fat-tire bike with a geared 1,000-watt mid-drive, suspension at both ends, and a battery system that can grow to three packs. Here's what each part does for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA Mid-Drive With 220 Nm: What That Means on a Hill\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost fat-tire e-bikes in this style put the motor in the rear wheel. The FLASH 2.0 puts a \u003cstrong\u003e52V 1,000W motor at the pedals\u003c\/strong\u003e instead. That's called a mid-drive, and it drives the chain, so it gets to use the \u003cstrong\u003eShimano 8-speed\u003c\/strong\u003e gears just like your legs do. Downshift for a steep hill and the motor stays in its strong, efficient range rather than straining, the same reason a truck climbs a grade in low gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEUNORAU rates it at \u003cstrong\u003e220 Nm of torque\u003c\/strong\u003e. Torque is the pulling force that gets you moving from a stop and keeps you climbing. A typical commuter e-bike makes 55 to 65 Nm. The FLASH LITE 2.0, this bike's hub-motor sibling, makes 92. This one has well over double that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also uses a \u003cstrong\u003etorque sensor\u003c\/strong\u003e, which measures how hard you press on the pedals and adds power in proportion. Push gently and it helps gently; push hard and it pushes hard. It feels natural, like your own legs got stronger. A thumb throttle gets you moving without pedaling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSuspension at Both Ends\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUp front, an \u003cstrong\u003eEXSHO STRONG-DH fork with 80mm of travel\u003c\/strong\u003e (about three inches) absorbs potholes and curbs, with a lockout for smooth pavement. In back, a \u003cstrong\u003e290mm dual-spring rear suspension\u003c\/strong\u003e lets the rear wheel move over bumps instead of bouncing you off the seat. Add \u003cstrong\u003eCST 20\" × 4.0\" fat tires\u003c\/strong\u003e, about twice as wide as a normal bike tire, and rough streets and gravel smooth right out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA Battery System That Grows With You\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bike ships with a \u003cstrong\u003e52V 16Ah LG-cell battery\u003c\/strong\u003e, about 830 watt-hours (think of it as the gas tank). The frame has two more battery bays: a 21Ah top-tube pack and a 17Ah down-tube pack, sold separately. EUNORAU rates the range at up to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e65 miles\u003c\/strong\u003e with one battery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e135 miles\u003c\/strong\u003e with two\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e220 miles\u003c\/strong\u003e with all three\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThose figures are at the lowest assist level in ideal conditions, so real-world range will be lower. But you can start with one battery and add range later instead of buying a new bike. A 4-amp charger is included for faster charging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBrakes, Lights, and Load\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFour-piston hydraulic disc brakes\u003c\/strong\u003e on 180mm rotors squeeze with more pad area than standard two-piston brakes, giving you strong, controlled stops with a light pull. Squeeze either lever and the motor cuts out. The taillight brightens when you brake, so drivers behind you know you're slowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FLASH 2.0 carries \u003cstrong\u003e440 pounds of total payload\u003c\/strong\u003e, rider plus cargo, among the highest in our lineup. It's limited to \u003cstrong\u003e20 MPH\u003c\/strong\u003e as delivered and is UL certified. The BC281 display shows 5 assist levels and connects to the EUNORAU GO app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Honest Part\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\"Will I see 220 miles?\"\u003c\/strong\u003e Only with all three batteries, and two of them are sold separately. On the included battery, EUNORAU rates up to 65 miles in ideal conditions. Higher assist, throttle, hills, and cold all shorten it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\"Is a mid-drive harder on parts?\"\u003c\/strong\u003e A little. Motor power runs through the chain and cassette, so they wear faster than on a hub-motor bike. Ease off the pedals for a split second when you shift and they'll last much longer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\"How heavy is it?\"\u003c\/strong\u003e 82 to 92 pounds depending on how many batteries you run. Plan on a heavy-duty hitch rack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\"Does it come with fenders or a rack?\"\u003c\/strong\u003e No. EUNORAU sells both separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich FLASH Is Right for You?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll three FLASH models share the same frame, battery system, and 20\" fat tires. Choose the \u003cstrong\u003eFLASH 2.0\u003c\/strong\u003e for full suspension and a geared mid-drive that handles hills and mixed terrain. For mostly city riding on decent roads, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vortexcycles.bike\/products\/flash-lite-2-0\"\u003eFLASH LITE 2.0\u003c\/a\u003e costs less. If traction on sand or snow is your biggest problem, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vortexcycles.bike\/products\/flash-awd-1-0\"\u003eFLASH AWD 1.0\u003c\/a\u003e drives both wheels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FLASH 2.0 fits riders \u003cstrong\u003e5'2\" to 6'4\"\u003c\/strong\u003e and comes in Moon Black and Lunar Dust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Shows Up at Your Door\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA factory-sealed EUNORAU FLASH 2.0, mostly assembled, with the main battery, 4A charger, headlight, taillight, pedals, and tool kit. The free kit shown above ships with it. EUNORAU's warranty covers the motor, battery, and electronics for 24 months and the frame for 10 years, and our Ride Desk handles any claim for you. Shipping is free to the lower 48, delivery takes about 7–10 business days, and you have \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vortexcycles.bike\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003e14 days to return it\u003c\/a\u003e if it isn't right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePick your color above. One bike, every kind of ride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFLASH 2.0 Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy mid-drive instead of a hub motor?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eA mid-drive powers the cranks and uses your gears, so it climbs steep hills more efficiently and feels more like riding a bike. A hub motor is simpler but can't take advantage of gearing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I add batteries later?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The frame has bays for a 21Ah top-tube battery and a 17Ah down-tube battery. Start with one and add range when you need it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it good for gravel and trails?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Full suspension, 4\" fat tires, and the geared mid-drive make it the most capable FLASH on gravel roads, dirt paths, and rough pavement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"EUNORAU","offers":[{"title":"Mid-drive \/ Step Over \/ Moon Black","offer_id":43296910114878,"sku":"FLSHMM2019GB2US","price":2124.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mid-drive \/ Step Over \/ Lunar Dust","offer_id":43296910147646,"sku":"FLSHMM2019PG2US","price":2124.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0636\/3830\/6878\/files\/FLASH_043589ee-617a-45c9-a323-cbcf304cd5d5.jpg?v=1788818074","url":"https:\/\/vortexcycles.bike\/products\/flash-2","provider":"VortexCycles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}