Orbit Velocity electric assist Steps EP6

Orbit Velocity electric assist Steps EP6 click to zoom image
Orbit Velocity electric assist Steps EP6 click to zoom image
Orbit Velocity electric assist Steps EP6 click to zoom image
Orbit Velocity electric assist Steps EP6 click to zoom image
Orbit Velocity electric assist Steps EP6 click to zoom image
Orbit Velocity electric assist Steps EP6 click to zoom image
Pricing
Price £5000.00
Offer £4500.00
5.0/5 from 2 customer reviews
In stock - test ride model available
The Velocity Steps EP6 is our latest addition to the electric assist Orbit range.

Built using a lightweight aluminium frame, the tandem uses the Shimano Steps EP6 250W motor and a 504wh battery.

Battery weighs 2.9kg, and takes 4 hours for a full charge, however, it is 80% charged after the initial 2 1/2 hours.

Range of course depends upon rider weight, wind, tyre selection & altitude gain, but it can be as much as 70 miles per charge.

The 250W motor is the highest output system that is road legal in the UK, giving up to 85Nm of torque. The EP6 is a new motor Shimano produce and has plenty of torque which makes it very suitable for tandem use.

This type of electric assist is called a mid-drive system, the engine runs through the gears, and correct use of the gears when climbing make the system really efficient, and allows a light weight motor to be used whilst still giving out a great amount of torque, which is needed for pedalling up the hills.

Built in North Yorkshire, and finished with top quality components from Shimano the Steps EP6 is designed for couples who want a high performance electric assist tandem.

Shimano Cues gearing, again another fabulous new range from Shimano, with the cassettes being designed for longevity and G6000 wheels give this tandem a really superb feel.

Wheels size 700c.

48-spoke wheels.

Weight, as pictured, 28.1kg

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Specifications
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Options 19/15" Satin black
21/17" Satin black
19/15" Gloss maroon red
21/17" Gloss maroon red
Frame Orbit lightweight aluminium
Forks Orbit full chromoly steel disc
Rear Derailleur Shimano Cues U6000 11 speed
Front Derailleur None
Shifters Shimano Cues U8000 11 speed right hand shift lever
Chainset (Pilot) Shimano 170mm crank length with Steps EP6 motor
Chainset (Stoker) Orbit 170mm crank length 42 tooth
Bottom Bracket (Pilot) Alloy eccentric & external cups
Bottom Bracket (Stoker) Square taper 115mm
Chain (Crossover) KMC nickel plated 160 link
Chain (Rear) Shimano 11 speed linkglide
Cassette Shimano Cues Linkglide 11 speed 11/50
Pedals (Pilot) Alloy touring with strapless toe cups
Pedals (Stoker) Alloy touring with strapless toe cups
Front Brake TRP Spyke cable pull disc brake, with 203mm rotor
Rear Brake TRP Spyke cable pull disc brake, with 203mm rotor
3rd Brake Shimano V brake, controlled from the front handlebars with Shimano friction lever
Brake Levers Shimano
Front Hub Orbit tandem large flange, cartridge bearing, 6 bolt disc 48 hole
Rear Hub Orbit tandem large flange, cartridge bearing, 6 bolt disc, 145mm OLD 48 hole
Rims Alex G6000 deep section aero
Spokes Sapim Strong butted stainless
Tyres Schwalbe Marathon E plus 700 x 38c
Headset Tange Thunda 1 1/8" semi intergated, cartridge bearing
Stem (Pilot) Satori 31.8mm ahead
Stem (Stoker) Orbit adjustable, 160mm to 200mm
Handlebars (Pilot) Zoom black riser, 31.8 clamp size
Handlebars (Stoker) Black alloy stoker bars, 25.4 clamp size, 49cm external width & 4.5cm, 9 or 11cm stoker riser
Saddle (Pilot) Velo plush comfort touring
Saddle (Stoker) Velo plush comfort touring
Seatpost (Pilot) Black alloy, 400mm x 27.2
Seatpost (Stoker) Elegance suspension seat post 40mm travel
Grips (Pilot) Wave ergo lock-on with integrated bar ends
Grips (Stoker) Velo black cork bar tape with under bar gel
Pannier Rack (Front) -
Pannier Rack (Rear) Black alloy 3 leg
Bottle Cages 2 alloy
Mudguards Black or silver with stainless steel fittings
Extras Prop stand included

Every Orbit Tandem is built to order, so should you wish to change any part of the specification please get in touch.

Planning a trip? Additional batteries are available to hire please ask for further details.
As with any product, specification is subject to change without prior notification. You are advised to confirm current specification before buying.

Showroom Opening Hours

5 days per week, including a weekend day, opening hours vary according to the time of the year, please review our opening times and info on tandems.co.uk for further details.
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