The E-EDR AF Ethos
The E-EDR AF is part of our endurance range. AF stands for aluminium frame. The bikes in our endurance range are designed for cyclists whose priority is the pleasure of riding.
With its aluminium frame and the Mahle kit (3.5 kg), this electric road bike is both light and comfortable.
To keep you safe, the entire range is equipped with hydraulic disc brakes as well as 32 mm tyres.
What is an E-bike?
E-bikes are all the rage right now. E-biking is still cycling ‒ you're not cruising along on a moped.
But thanks to the variable assistance, you can travel further afield than normal and take on new challenges.
E-bikes are all about enjoyment. They help you get up tough climbs while still having enough energy left to conquer the next one too!
There is legislation limiting the speed of e-bikes to 25 km/h. Above this speed, the assistance cuts out.
What are the bike's capabilities?
The Mahle battery and motor kit delivers 250 Wh of battery life. If you want to increase your bike's battery range even more, you'll need to add an external battery.
We selected a panel of testers who rode the bike over a 6-month period in different weather conditions, up different gradients and with different assistance levels so that we could give you the most accurate data about this bike.
The bike has 3 different assistance levels.
What to expect from your battery
- Marc:covers some serious distances (8000 km/year)
Original battery:120 km - 1000 m elevation gain - Assistance levels 1&2 - 24.7 kph average speed - With extender:163 km - 1500 m elevation gain - Assistance levels 1&2 - 23.8 kph average speed - 24% battery left.Empty extender.
- Diane:regular bike tourist (3000 km/year)
Original battery:60 km - 354 m elevation gain - Assistance level 2 - 23.8 kph average speed.
With the battery extender:91 km - 1296 m elevation gain - Assistance level 2
What to expect from your battery in the mountains
- Patrick:regular bike tourist (5000 km/year)/lives in the Alps
Original battery:67 km - 1118 m elevation gain - 26.2 kph average speed - Assistance levels 1&2
With extender:112 km - 2934 m elevation gain - 23.4 kph average speed - Assistance levels 1&2
- Sandrine:occasional bike tourist (2000 km/year)/lives in the Alps
Original battery:40 km - 900 m elevation gain - 20 kph average speed - Assistance level 3
With extender:65 km - 1600 elevation gain - 20 kph average speed - Assistance level 3
Things to know about the battery
When the battery drops below 7%, no matter your assistance level, the assistance will drop to a very low level so that you can get home safely.
The battery is designed to last 5 years / 500 charge cycles. After this, it will lose some range.
The battery is not removable and must be charged by plugging the bike in.
It takes between 4 and 5 hours to charge it fully.
DISPLAY PULSAR ONE
The Pulsar One Malhe bike computer comes with the bike. It is specially designed to interact with your bike.
This computer tells you the battery level, how much range you have left and your assistance level.
You can also change the level of motor assistance using the buttons of the computer.
Connectivity
The Mahle X35 system has Ant+ and Bluetooth so that you can connect your phone or normal bike computer (Garmin, Wahoo,...) if you don't want to use the Pulsar One display.
The Mahle app also lets you tweak your settings and access data about your rides.
Frame and fork
The frame has an endurance-style geometry. Everything about this bike is designed so that you can enjoy your ride to the max.
The welding is polished smooth on the most visible joints to make the bike more elegant.
The fork is 100% carbon for incredibly precise steering. It also has mounting holes on the sides that can carry up to 4 kg on each blade.
You can carry up to 10 kg on a pannier rack if you choose to install one.Compatible with tyres up to 700x35.
Steering position
The E-EDR AF's cockpit is made entirely of aluminium, with a Van Rysel stem and handlebar.
The stem size varies depending on the bike size:
XS 80 mm
S 90 mm
M 100 mm
L 110 mm
XL 110 mm
Handlebar size:
XS 400 mm
S 400 mm
M 420 mm
L 420 mm
XL 440 mm
What's the benefit of a single-chainring drive train?
The emergence of 12-speed cassettes opens up new possibilities for the 1x drive train.
Of course, their ease of use remains their main advantage. The amount of weight you save shouldn't be overlooked either, with a whole derailleur gone and only one chainring to carry.
They're also much easier to service and maintain, plus you can ride at 40 km/h or climb a hill without having to switch chainring.
1x drive trains are particularly good for e-bikes.
SRAM APEX 1X12 DRIVE TRAIN
This version comes with an Sram Apex 1x12-speed groupset with the following components:
Sram Apex 1x 42T chainset
Variable crank length depending on bike size
XS 165 mm
S 170 mm
M 172.5 mm
L 175 mm
XL 175 mm
Cassette: Sram XPLR PG 11-44 speed (11-12-13-15-17-19-21-24-28-32-38-44)
Rear derailleur: SRAM APEX XPLR
Shifter: Sram Apex
Chain: Sram Apex
Bottom bracket: DUB PressFit bottom bracket
DRIVE TRAIN MAINTENANCE
We want to draw your attention to the need for regular drive train maintenance, particularly if you're riding in difficult conditions (wet and/or dirty roads).
Regular maintenance will help your drive train to last for longer.
Disc brakes
Sram Apex disc brakes with 160 mm rotors at the front and back.
The Sram Apex brakes are hydraulic. This gives you progressive, more powerful braking than with mechanical brakes.
You will need to bed these brakes in. Simply brake gradually 20 times at a low speed (20 km/h), then repeat at 30 km/h. Make sure to bed in both brakes.
Bedding in creates more friction between the disc and brake pad.
Hydraulic brake maintenance
Hydraulic brakes function using a closed circuit between your brake lever and your caliper.
There is a hose to maintain the seal.
With time, you'll see a normal loss of pressure in your hoses, leading to a loss of braking efficiency. When your brake guard is too soft, or you stop short against your handlebar, you need to bleed your system. This requires specific tools and knowledge.
DISC ADJUSTMENT
PLEASE NOTE: never squeeze the brakes without a wheel being attached, as you could get the brake pads stuck together.
If your disc touches, follow these instructions to re-align the wheel and the caliper:
- Loosen the wheel axle
- Brake hard and tighten the axle at the same time
- If the rotor is still touching the brakes, do the same thing and loosen the caliper
- If you're unable to resolve the issue, please visit one of our workshops.
Wheels and tyres
Van Rysel wheels, specially designed for e-bikes.
19C inner rim width
12x100 front axle
Special rear axle
Tubeless-ready wheels
Please note:always carry a 17 mm spanner with you so you can take your back wheel off if you get a puncture!
Van Rysel 32 mm tyre: the perfect balance of performance and durability. We expect it to last for 6000 km in normal road cycling conditions.
Position
Van Rysel aluminium seat post, 27.2 mm diameter
XS: 200 mm
S: 300 mm
M/L: 350 mm
VAN RYSEL saddle
