You
love cycling but because it can be exhausting you are thinking about an e-bike?
Even more, you love your own bike and don´t want to change it for a heavy and
bulky e-bike? This is a true dilemma and makes add-e the answer. New
technology, high quality materials and quality engineering now makes it
possible to turn your own bike into an e-bike with style. Mounted within seconds!
With add-e you can choose to use your bike as a normal bicycle or as an e-bike.
You can have 2 in 1. No additional space needed, eco-friendly and most of all with add-e you save
money. Just pimp your own beloved bike and do some easygoing cycling, but in style.
Add-e can be fitted to almost any bicycle without trouble, by using the
mounting brackets provided. You can fit the assembly yourself without having to
make alterations to the bike.
Type 1 (Pedal bearing fitting) is the ideal solution for
racing bikes, mountain bikes and many types of trekking bikes. The frame around
the pedal bearing is standard which simplifies the fitting. In this case the
mounting bracket is fitted on top of the pedal bearing and fastened securely.
Type 2 (Kickstand fitting) is the ideal solution for city bikes and older
bicycles with a classical kickstand bracket. With this version the mounting
bracket is bolted directly onto the kickstand bracket. However, if you are not
quite sure which version you need drop us an Email and we will be pleased
to assist you.
Add-e is a friction roller drive. This means that the wheel of the bicycle
is directly driven without the need of a gearbox. The most efficient
performance is achieved over tyres that have a smooth tread. After the initial fitting, the drive unit can be
removed from the bicycle and re-fitted within seconds. video
Additional
mounting kits enable the use of add-e on a number of bikes. The drive unit and the battery can be switched
easily between two (or more) bikes. Therefore you can upgrade multiple bicycles
with little money.
Add-e is built according to the European Pedelec Standards. This means
that the motor only drives when pedalling at the same time. When you stop pedalling, add-e stops as well. This simple control system makes additional handlebar
components completely unnecessary. The animation shows how it really works.
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After reaching our campaign target, we will do our utmost to get your
order out quickly. Please consider that a certain time is necessary for production in series and that orders will be completed chronologically. First come first
served.
Add-e is a team of 3 working together on the implementation of add-e since more than two years. Supported by renowned mentors and a broadly diversified network, they are the dynamic spirit behind add-e.
Where to buy add-e?
Please buy one of the perks, listed on the right. Currently we do not offer any alternative way of purchasing. If you do not want to pay by Paypal, please contact our support team at indiegogo@add-e.at.
Who do I contact in case of questions regarding the product, my order or payment?
Please contact our support team directly at indiegogoadd-e.at with any question you may have.
When are the perks expected to be shipped?
We expect to begin shipping in August. The orders will be dispatched in the order of their arrival. Therefore the delivery time may be longer in case of high demand.
Can I use add-e for every bicycle?
Yes, the design generally allows the combination with any bicycle. In those rare cases where the standard mounting plates cannot be used, e.g. with special frame shapes and some full suspension Bikes, we offer individual solutions. Please always refer to our service team first if in doubt.
Can I use the same add-e with two different bicycles?
Yes, thanks to the modular system this is possible without restrictions. The mounting kit can be ordered separately and allows the use of the drive unit with as many different bicycles as you wish.
Does add-e meet the legal requirements of road traffic regulations?
Yes, add-e was designed following the Pedelec regulation EN 15194. Nevertheless, different regulations are valid in different countries and their respective road traffic regulations. add-e is standard fitted with a 'pedal assistant sensor' and will be adapted to customer requirements in different countries (with consideration to capacity and final speed).
Do I have to bring my bike to a workshop for fitting add-e?
No, add-e is intended as a retrofit kit which can be assembled by the customer. The first assembly requires no special skills, nevertheless one should be able to handle a spanner. Allow 30 to 60 minutes for the first-time assembly, depending on the bicycle.
How far can I go with add-e?
The actual reach depends on many different factors, particularly the physical contribution of the cyclist. More than 50 km are rarely reached on one battery charge. A high support level in steep terrain will considerably reduce the actual distance. However, full-day tours are possible with only one battery charge, since add-e causes no friction at all when turned off and only has minimal excess weight. For full-day tours add-e should therefore only be used periodically, for example to overcome tiring slopes. Hence, questions of distance are difficult to answer and specifications cannot be directly compared with the technical information on conventional e-bike motors.
Must I pedal nevertheless?
Yes, add-e is designed as an auxiliary drive according to the valid pedelec regulations. The drive thereby switches itself off automatically as soon as you stop pedalling. However, because there is no definition as to how strong one should pedal, it is possible to let the drive do the largest part of work, relax and move the pedals only ostensibly.
Does the friction roller work even if it is wet and rainy?
Yes, the coating of the friction roller has been optimized during many tests for maximum power transfer. add-e get you to your destination quickly even in a downpour and sopping wet streets.
Must I dismantle add-e when I want to ride my bicycle "normally"?
No, add-e has a cleverly devised mechanism, enabling the friction roller to completely disconnect automatically. Therefore the bicycle can be driven like without e-drive in spite of the fully mounted add-e.
Which tyre should I use with add-e?
Due to the design principle of the friction roller 'smooth treaded' tyres are best suited. These slicks have no diagonal grooves, run noiselessly and are ideal for urban areas and easy terrain. For those riding more off-road routes and need a coarser profile, we recommend tyres like 'Hurricane' from Schwalbe with a continuous middle profile. In addition, broader tyres provide better suspension comfort and a more efficient power transmission between tyre and friction roller.
How much does a full battery charge cost?
A full charge costs about 3 cents. (The battery in add-e can store about 130 watt-hours of energy. The costs for 1.000 watt-hours amount to approx. 20 cents)