City e-bike from Flyer beats the competition in the "Stiftung Warentest" test
2.6.2023
Translation: machine translated
Expensive, but also good. This is the verdict on the Flyer Gotour6 following a test by the "Stiftung Warentest" consumer organisation. A total of eleven e-bikes for the city were tested.
In the end, the most expensive e-bike is the best in the test field. After practical tests and test laboratory visits, "Stiftung Warentest" named the Gotour6 from Flyer the test winner. Although it was the most expensive model, it had hardly any weaknesses, said the testers.
The Flyer bike received special praise because, unlike all the others, it comes with a charger. This delivers a charging current of four amps - twice as much as the competition. This saves costs on the charger, so the output is significantly lower at just two amps. In practice, this means that the Gotour6 recharges the 500 watt-hour battery in around three hours. The competition takes over six hours.
With an overall score of 1.9, the Gotour6 is well ahead of the competition. Here is the rest of the ranking up to 5th place with the score in brackets behind it:
- Place 2: Kalkhoff Image 3.B Move (2.2)
- Place 3: KTM Macina City A510 (2.2)
- Place 4: Stevens E-Courier PT5 Forma (2.2)
- Place 5: Cube Supreme Hybrid One 500 (2.5)
What's important for an e-bike?
When choosing an e-bike, you should first and foremost be aware of what you will be using it for the most. City e-bikes were put to the test in the latest Stiftung Warentest test. Smaller batteries with up to 500 watt hours are also sufficient here, as you don't usually cycle long distances in the city or for shopping.
In terms of motor power, the vast majority of e-bikes have a maximum torque range of 40 to 90 Newton metres. Most motors generate an output of 250 watts. If you choose one with a higher maximum torque, you can reach a certain speed more quickly from a standing start. And you have to pedal a little less yourself on steep inclines because the motor provides more support. If you choose a weaker motor, the battery will last longer.
Motors with 50 or 60 Newton metres are usually sufficient for the city. At least that's what the "Stiftung Warentest" from Germany says. Cities there are generally less hilly than in Switzerland. If, on the other hand, you want to be sportier on your e-bike, it should be 80 or more.
Cover photo: Flyer
Martin Jungfer
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Martin.Jungfer@digitecgalaxus.chJournalist since 1997. Stopovers in Franconia (or the Franken region), Lake Constance, Obwalden, Nidwalden and Zurich. Father since 2014. Expert in editorial organisation and motivation. Focus on sustainability, home office tools, beautiful things for the home, creative toys and sports equipment.
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