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Mar 19, 2024
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Dutch brand is bringing its first pedelec to the US.
Gazelle, the Dutch bike maker, makes a varied array of e-bikes, but until now, they haven’t had much of a presence in the US. That may be about to change. The brand has announced that they will be importing the first Class 3 commuter (28 mph max assist speed) into the US that employs Bosch’s Smart System. The new model is called the Eclipse and is available at two price points.
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The Bosch Smart System is an integrated suite of products that includes the Bosch motor, battery, display and controller as well as their eFlow app.
Smart System changes what the rider sees on the Kiox display based on how they are riding. When climbing, the display shows cadence, power and elevation, but when descending, it switches to focus on speed. When stopped, the Kiox switches to show summary information such as maximum speed, distance ridden and, importantly, remaining range.
The Gazelle Eclipse is made in both a high-step and a low-step frame. Both editions of the Eclipse retail in the $5000-$6000 range. Both versions include a Bosch Active Line motor that produces 85Nm of torque, a 750Wh Bosch battery, 4-piston Shimano hydraulic disc brakes, 60mm-wide (2.2 in.) tires and an MIK rear rack.
The Eclipse T11 HMB comes with an 11-speed Shimano Deore XT drivetrain, while the Eclipse C380 HMB comes with an Enviolo Continuously Variable transmission and Gates belt for smooth shifting and nearly maintenance-free operation.
Bosch’s Smart System isn’t earth-shattering stuff, but it seems likely to find its most enthusiastic users to be eMTB riders and commuters on Class 3 e-bikes. Performance-oriented riders will enjoy the automatic screen changes on the Kiox display. What’s surprising is that this is the first—and so far only—Class 3 e-bike to be paired with Bosch’s smart system.
Other features of the Gazelle Eclipse include front a rear lights, front and rear lights and fenders, a kickstand and an integrated ring lock. The MIK rear rack means that buyers have instant access to a wide range of MIK-compatible bags, baskets and other accessories.
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