SunCycles Deliver-E-Bike

The Deliver-E-Bike is a desert-friendly electric delivery bicycle designed to handle all road conditions with 20 x 4 inch broad fat bike tires. The BAFANG high-torque back hub motor requires pedalling to start as it is activated by a sensor in the pedals. The e-bike has a step-through frame and a display screen on the handlebars which shows battery capacity, speed and assistance level. The 48 V 15-50 Ah Li-ion batteries can be recharged at the SunWorkshop in Windhoek, at solar recharge stations provided by SunCycles, or with a provided 220V AC charger at standard power outlets. Charging time is ~4-5 hours from empty to full, the range is 50-75 km per charge and the max speed of the bike is 35 km/h.

Users can contact the manufacturer.

SunCycles offer a 12-month warranty on all electrical parts, including the motor.

Batteries start to lose efficiency after ~1000 charges, which would provide at least 10,000 – 15,000 km of riding. The manufacturer takes old batteries for recycling and offers replacements.

The manufacturer states that Ebikes4Africa are 100% carbon neutral, emission-free, and noise-free. Testing has been conducted on the different parts (battery, motor, etc.) of the bike to evaluate component lifetime. Field tests conducted by the manufacturer on the Deliver-E bike determined a lifespan of up to 15,000 km and energy consumption of 10-15 Wh/km, however, no third-party testing has been completed. ^{Interview with manufacturer 2020}

The users are required to wear helmets while riding a bicycle as per Namibia’s Road Traffic and Transport Regulations. The manufacturer also provides safety tips concerning battery maintenance and tire pressure.