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Giddyup! Ride Review’s Tyson Roehrkasse got his hands on a pre-production Cowboy Cross and took it for a spin around the cycling mecca of Amsterdam. Watch the video below to get an exclusive FIRST LOOK at the new all-road e-bike from Cowboy.

Drone manufacturer DJI revolutionized the market for small personal flyables and now it may do the same with e-bikes. This week, DJI introduced its new e-bike brand, Amflow, which features 2 new models, PL Carbon and PL Carbon Pro. More excitingly, the bikes will be powered with the mighty Avinox mid-drive e-bike motor, which boasts an impressive 1000-watt peak power and 120Nm of torque in a compact 5.5 lb package, delivering an unparalleled power-to-weight ratio for eMTBs.

Radio Flyer is trying to cater to city riders with the new entry-level Gotour EL e-bike. All three of the new step-through models of the Gotour EL will be equipped with a Bosch Performance Line mid-drive motor, but each will be differentiated by drivetrain options, including an automatic shifting Enviolo hub, Nexus internal shifting hub, or a conventional 9-speed Shimano derailleur.

Acer, known for making computers, entered the e-bike world in 2023 with the Ebii. Building on its initial success, it recently launched several new e-bikes and e-scooters. In addition to an updated Ebii Elite, Acer announced the urban-focused eNomad-R and Acer eNomad-R ST, and finally the eCargo-M for utility and family needs. Lastly, they announced the Acer ES Series 1 and 5 for commuting, the more powerful Predator ES Series 7, and the Predator Extreme for outdoor enthusiasts.

The German e-bike pioneer Raymon has returned as an independent brand after parting ways with PIERER with 3 new full suspension eMTBs. Interestingly, Raymon didn’t show any loyalty to any particular drive manufacturer in its lineup, instead using bespoke motors from ZF, Bosch, and Yamaha that best fit each bike.

Riese & Müller will be among the first e-bike brands to use the Pinion MGU drive system, which combines the mid-drive motor and an automatic shifting drivetrain in one unit located at the crankcase. The new 2025 Delite5 and Homage5, which use the MGU drive system aren’t new product lines but redesigned updates to its popular full suspension Delite and Homage models.

If you dream of owning a utility e-cargo bike that is compact enough for performance riding, but can expand when you need extra carrying capacity, your dreams may soon come true. CYCLR collaborated with Vrough Design, to engineer the CYCLR-FLEX, the world’s first extendable e-cargo bike.

Leaked patent drawings reveal a new retro-designed Royal Enfield e-motorcycle. The project is likely a collaboration with Stark Future, which recently received a €50M strategic investment from Royal Enfield’s parent company, Eicher Motors.

Ryvid announced a new Power Controller upgrade that gives the Anthem or Outset e-motos a 30% boost in acceleration, torque, and power.

Keeping a fully loaded cargo e-bike upright at slow speeds can be challenging, especially for smaller riders. Startup Tarran introduced the T1 Pro cargo e-bike that features auto-deploying landing gear to provide extra stability and prevent slow-speed wobbles.

Skarper won the 2024 Eurobike ‘Component’ award with its portable drive system which delivers powered assistance by attaching to a bike’s rear disk brake. While not yet in production, Skarper is taking pre-orders and is scheduling product deliveries in Q4 of 2024.

E-bikepacking has opened up a whole new world of adventure to those who may have been limited by not being able to pedal weight-laden acoustic bikes. Now, some routes in Europe have battery charging making it easier for riders to ride farther while reducing range anxiety.

With dual 3500W motors pushing it to a top speed of 65 mph and a custom-designed suspension to cut speed wobbles, the new Solar Hyperion e-scooter promises an exciting ride. Available for pre-order now with August deliveries.

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