CGR AL e

The electric components used on our e-bikes are IP54 rated. They can be used in inclement weather conditions and are protected against splashing, but not against full immersion or when subjected to pressurised water from a hose pipe or jet wash. When transporting the bike outside of a vehicle, a waterproof cover should be utilised to protect the electronic components from water damage during such transportation. As with any bike, we recommend thoroughly cleaning and drying the bike after any wet weather ride to ensure the peak performance of your bike.

You can test ride any of our e-bikes and receive expert buying advice at our flagship Clitheroe showroom. Please contact the showroom in advance so that we can ensure that any suitable bikes you wish to test are available for your visit. During the summer months, we also host demo events across the UK. For details of the dates and timings of these events, please refer to our events page.

Alternatively, you can hire the e-bike from E-Venture Bikes in Keswick; the rental cost will then be deducted from your purchase should you decide to buy one of our e-bikes.

Yes, all e-bikes can be purchased through all the major Cycle to Work scheme providers. The government have even abolished the £1000 limit making obtaining an e-bike on cycle to work more beneficial than ever.

The MAHLE X35 power assist system offers assistance up to 15mph, at which point (by law, as with all e-bikes in the UK) the assistance cuts out. If you drop back below 15mph, then they system will re-engage until such time as you turn the assistance off.

The battery range of the CGR AL e depends on a number of factors, including rider weight, route profile and temperature. A rider of 90kg on a varied route including climbs, descents and flats can expect an approximate range of up to 60 miles. An optional range extender is also available for all of our e-bikes, which effectively doubles the bike's available range.

The CGR AL e has mounts for fitting a rear pannier rack.

There is clearance for tyres up to 45mm in width without mudguards or 40mm with guards fitted.

The MAHLE SmartBike system requires a bolt-on fitting rear wheel; the front is a standard 12 x 100mm bolt thru axle.

No, we do not supply pedals with this bike; a selection of pedals are available to order with the bike.

A medium-sized frame fitted with SRAM Apex weighs in at approx 13.5kgs, making it one of the lightest e-bikes of its type in the world. We also make the lightest e road bikes in the world.

The battery can be accessed through the bottom bracket. The press-fit bottom bracket has to be removed first to facilitate this removal.

The battery can reach up to 500 charging cycles while retaining up to 90% of its capacity, as long as its care and maintenance are adequate. For maximum efficiency, it is important to maintain a battery charge of between 20-80% of its total capacity. Charging the battery to 100% from fully depleted is one complete charging cycle. Similarly, topping up the battery from 80-100% five times amounts to one complete charging cycle.

If you are not using your bike for a period of time, you should always ensure that it is stored in a dry environment (out of direct sunlight) with a charge level of between 40-50%. A full charge should also be carried out every two months. Take care not to leave the charger connected to the bike continuously; doing so could accelerate the degradation of battery life. Ideally, the charger should not be connected for more than 5 hours. Use only the original MAHLE charger supplied with your bike.

Simply disconnect the cable to the rear wheel motor by unclipping the connector on the chainstay. Then, use an 8mm Allen key to loosen the nuts on the rear axle, then reverse the process when the puncture has been repaired.

The frame has a 3-year warranty against manufacturing defects. All other parts are covered by the manufacturer's standard warranty. The MAHLE system is covered against manufacturing defects for a period of 2-years.