WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE MOTOR ON THE WINDEE ROAD AND THE WINDEE GRAVEL?
Even though the two bikes have the same incredible Fazua Evation motor, the motor's programming is quite different.
When gravel riding on rough terrain, you'll get more assistance with a lower pedalling cadence. The gravel assistance is therefore triggered earlier and with more torque, whereas it would be more linear on the road.
Of course, the gravel bike's many other assets are also there to help you head off-road
GRAVEL or ROAD?
A gravel bike is designed for heading off-road and exploring the trails.
The tyre width (40 for gravel, 30 for road) and the tread pattern play a huge role in the bike's ability to venture off-road. We recommend you switch your bike to tubeless tyres.
The drivetrain will also be different (42 x 11/42 for gravel, vs 44 x 11/34). Smaller increments between gears for road, but a bigger distance with each turn of the pedals for gravel.
A flared handlebar for gravel for better steering
FRAME & FORK
100% carbon frame and fork. Carbon fibre is best known for being light and dynamic, but it's also comfortable. It achieves this by the way that the fibres are positioned and layered.
The Windee is assembled in France
Motor
Fazua Evation motor. The battery and motor sit together in the bike's down tube.
The motor is programmed differently for the gravel and road models. You have 3 pre-set assistance modes. The most economical mode lets you ride for more than 120 km on undulating terrain.
250W/H and 60nm that powers you up to speeds of 25km/h when needed.
WEIGHT AND BATTERY COVER
Weight is really important when bikes are self-powered. But for an electric bike, it is less so. What matters is how the bike behaves, and how long the battery lasts
The full-carbon frame makes the bike light and responsive.
The bike weighs 15 kg with the motor/battery unit.
It is easy to remove the battery and motor and replace the unit with an aluminium cover.
This will save you more than 3 kg
This cover is not supplied with the bike
Code: 8657159
Drive train
FSA 42-teeth single chainring
Shimano GRX rear derailleur and cassette
Shimano 11/42 cassette
Cranks:
Size S: 170 MM
Size M: 175 MM
Size L: 175 MM
Shimano HG601 chain
BRAKING
Shimano GRX shifter and hydraulic braking system
160 mm front and rear disc (SM-RT70).
Organic brake pads
IMPORTANT: We strongly recommend bleeding the brakes every year.
WHEELS & TYRES
Fulcrum Racing E wheels - Racing 900 DB (1980g per pair)
These wheels are ideal for endurance-type bikes and are particularly recommended for wide cross-section road tyres (28mm+)
22mm profile (low profile) aluminium wheel
Hutchinson Touareg tyres with beige sidewall 40mm tubeless ready
https://www.hutchinsontires.com/fr/route/pneu/fusion-5-all-season-velo-standard
STEERING
Van Rysel aluminium stem
Size S: 80 mm
Size M: 90 mm
Size L: 100 mm
Van Rysel 12° flare aluminium frame
Size S: 400 mm
Size M: 420 mm
Size L: 420 mm
Option to adjust the height of the steering column using aluminium washers
Seat
Van Rysel 900 saddle
350 mm aluminium Van Rysel seat post (27.2 mm diameter)
SECURITY
Bike supplied with front and rear lights, reflectors, and a bell
Bike supplied with a torque wrench for assembly. Always comply with the recommended torque.
Bike supplied with flat pedals
