Batch E-Commuter / The E-Bike
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Summary of Reviews
We have read all expert and user reviews on the Batch E-Commuter / The E-Bike. In summary, this is what cyclists think.
12 reasons to buy
- The E-Bike was praised for featuring a Bosch mid-drive motor at such a low price.
- A happy owner verified Batch’s claim of an 80 mile maximum range.
- The 400Wh Bosch Powerpack battery covered ample distance for most commuters.
- Tektro Hydraulic Disc brakes were dependable and performed powerfully.
- Big 180mm disc brake rotors reinforced stopping power.
- The Bosch Active Line motor's pedal assistance was gradual yet substantial.
- An impressive 40 miles of range was covered, using only turbo mode.
- Bosch’s Powerpack 400 battery was lockable and removable.
- A Shimano Altus rear derailleur provided reliable performance for commuters.
- Full-length plastic fenders protected The E-Bike from spray.
- With a 55lb rating, the included rear rack was more than handy.
- Punctures were rare on the Kenda Kwick Twenty 27.5” x 1.75” tires.
8 reasons not to buy
- The 46.5lb weight was felt on ascents.
- Experts would have liked to see integrated lights included with The E-Bike.
- Reportedly, fenders were difficult to adjust away from rubbing tires.
- Grips irritated the palms of one expert reviewer.
- Some experts felt that The E-bike’s appearance and finish lacked refinement.
- The gear indicator broke on a reviewer, during a test ride.
- The Bosch Purion display provided limited information to riders.
- The Cionlli saddle was described as being stiff.
Bottom line
Batch’s ‘The E-Bike’ (sometimes known as the ‘E-Commuter’) is a no frills, no-nonsense, cut-price commuter. With a Bosch Active Line mid-drive motor, it’s hard to top at this price point. Expectedly, corners were cut in non-essential areas. The E-Bike comes only in gunmetal gray, with welds that are thick and visible. Lights are not included. But where it matters, Batch’s ‘The E-Bike’ steps up. Hydraulic Shimano brakes with 180mm discs come stock. So does a sturdy rack. The 400Wh battery isn’t top-end, but it easily covers daily commuting needs. A well-priced, well thought-out city commuter, with reliable components.Expert Reviews
87/100 based on 2 expert reviewsBatch Bicycles | E-Commuter Bike
…I was a little skeptical that an E-bike [at this price] would be good, but the Batch E-Commuter does a great job… It’s got plenty of power… Where the bikes falls a little short is the lack of any lighting… Overall I really thought the E-Commuter by Batch Bicycles was a winner…
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Batch E-Commuter: Finally, a [Budget] Bosch eBike
Price point and distribution are the real winner on this bike. For the money, you’re getting that smooth-as-butter Bosch Pedal Assist with nearly all the fixings.
Batch Bicycles E-Commuter Review
A down-to-business commuter ebike with a Bosch mid-drive, hydraulic disc brakes, all the necessary features, and a fantastic price point…
