Investigating the Actual Weight of the £5,999 Amflow PL Carbon: An Analysis of Weights and Geometry Against Declared Figures
Blue Collar Tech Reviews: Tackling the Amflow PL Carbon with Grit
Unwrapping the Hot New StuffSanta's elves might've been busy this year, but they dropped a real gem in my lap - the state-of-the-art Amflow PL Carbon e-bike. A holiday icon, I tell you – the DJI Avinox motor and all. Now, I couldn't waste a minute before diving into the tech and giving you a lowdown on this bad boy. First things first, we weighed it. Ready? Here it goes: 21.52kg for size L with the stock 800Wh battery. Quite a load, but I'm sure it's well worth it. Now, does the Amflow stick to its numbers when it comes to geometry and travel? Let's see.
Measuring UpNo faith in manufacturers' claims? Good, 'cause I don't either. I rolled up my sleeves and got cracking on measuring the gears and travel of this sleek machine myself. Compared to the figures published by Amflow, some discrepancies popped up: the head and seat angles were slightly slacker, and the BB height was lower, but it's pretty standard for production bikes. No biggie, though – less slack than claimed is a win in my book. Now let's talk travel. Jammin' on that bicycle pump to top the shock off gave me 145mm of travel – a hair's breadth shy of the claimed 150mm. But squeezing that sucker dry managed to wring out an extra 3mm, rounding up to 148mm – dang close to what's advertised.
** Georgometrification 101**Want to know the Precision Meeting geometry of the Amflow PL Carbon? Here's what you're looking at with size L:
- Head angle: 64.1°
- Seat angle: 69.4°
- Effective SA: 76.2°
- BB height: 341mm
- Chainstay: 445mm
- Front centre: 812mm
- Wheelbase: 1,257mm
- Down tube: 742mm
- Seat tube: 455mm
- Top tube: 621mm
- Reach: 470mm
- Stack: 639mm
The Truth TravelerYou might wonder why I took the vertical travel measurements instead of the curved or rearward axle path. Simple. It's the only number that truly matters for absorbin' bumps. Think of it like this: if you've got a bike with 150mm frame travel and a 100% rearward axle path, that's zero travel, son. Why? Cuz the bike can't flex a muscle when it's locked up tight. Shocking, I know.
Putting It to the TestMade it through the dissection and now it's time to see how the Amflow performs in the wild. First order of business? Fitting those badass tyres to get that weight up and ensure the handling can live up to the bike's other impressive stats. Will keep you posted on all that – stay tuned for a follow-up review.
A Look Before the LeapCan't wait to dive into the full Amflow PL review? Then check out Danny's first ride impressions (and watch the video) of the pricier Amflow PL Pro to get a glimpse of what's in store. Warning: this might get your motor runnin'.
Warranty and DistributionTalked to the dude from Amflow in Blighty, and here's the warranty deal: a two-year warranty on all electronics. Their service center's in the Netherlands, and they've got spare parts stashed in a U-K warehouse for any dealers who need 'em. Now on to the big question: will the Amflow grace the soil of the United States? There's a plan to start sellin' these bikes in 'Murica sometime in 2025. So if you're Stateside, pat your patience on the back and keep dreamin'.
Amflow PL Carbon SpecificationsLast but by no means least, here's a taste of what this carbonated goodness is packin':
- Frame: Amflow PL Carbon, 150mm travel (148mm measured)
- Shock: Fox Float Performance (185×55)
- Fork: Fox 36 Performance Grip, 160mm travel
- Motor: Avinox M1, 105Nm (110Nm in Boost)
- Battery: Avinox Integrated 800Wh
- Display: Avinox 2in OLED Control Display
- Controllers: Avinox wireless, Left and Right
- Wheels: Amflow Alloy 29
- Tyres: Maxxis Assegai EXO 29×2.5in/Dissector EXO+ 29×2.4in
- Chainset: DJI Avinox SL alloy 32t, 155mm
- Derailleur SRAM GX Eagle 12-speed
- Cassette: SRAM PG-1230, 11-50T
- Brakes: Magura MT5, 203mm rotors
- Handlebar: Amflow Enduro Alloy 800mm
- Stem: Amflow Enduro 35mm
- Seat post: KS Rage-i 170mm
- Saddle: Selle Royal SRX Plus
- Sizes: M, L, XL, XXL
- Actual weight: 21.52kg (without pedals)
- Embracing a blend of full suspension technology and seamless lifestyle, the Amflow PL Carbon electric-vehicle poses as an intriguing fusion of gadgets and vehicles, setting new trends for the modern rider.
- With my latest unboxing revealing the Amflow PL Carbon e-bike, I'm excited to test its capabilities against various terrains and challenges, evaluating its performance in real-world scenarios.
- As technology continues to revolutionize our mobility, electric-vehicles like the Amflow PL Carbon signify a promising future, marrying cutting-edge innovation with the functionality and convenience we’ve all come to love in our gadgets and cars.
