RECON Challenge Checklist
Feature |
Recon Ranger |
Competitors |
Heavy Duty Frame |
Heavy Duty Aluminum (AL6061) Frame with Integrated Battery and Lifetime Warranty |
6 Months to 1 Year Warranty |
Performance |
750-1,000 Watt Mid Driven Motor (BBSHD- Very Important) – Up to 30 MPH & 50 miles per Charge |
250-750 Watt Motors, many are inferior hub motors |
Tires |
4.0” Tires w/KShield Molded in Tire Protection |
2.0-4.0” Thin wall Tires – No puncture protection |
Battery |
Samsung Integrated 48V Battery. Be sure to check the price on Replacement Batteries… Our 48V Batteries are $449 |
Chinese Batteries, Slapped on the frame? We have seen ebike companies gouge customers on replacement batteries. It’s important to get the price before you buy the bike. |
Gears |
Shimano or SRAM Gears |
Off-brand gears prone to problems |
Brakes |
Hydraulic 203mm Disc Brakes |
Smaller disc, Mechanical brakes |
Fenders |
Metal Front & Rear Fenders Included in Base Price |
Plastic partial fenders, often at additional cost |
LCD |
Smart Color LCD |
Black & White limited function LCD control |
Rack |
Heavy Duty Rear Rack w/57Lb Rating. Bolted through the Frame. |
Poor quality light weight racks often at additional cost |
Seat |
Velo Plush Seat |
Hard seat, with little cushioning |