It’s worth noting that even though this seems a bit crazy, my experience has been pretty good with this bike and I’ve met many people who bought it as their first electric bike and have been very happy. The downside is that maintenance can be a real pain and there are more exposed parts that make noise and can rust. This is a very unique setup in the world of ebikes where hub motors are dominant. So there end up being two chains, one on the right side that you pedal to move and one on the left that the motor powers. On the right side of the hub is a standard six-speed cassette that takes input from the rider when pedaling. The motor drives a chain which is attached to the rear wheel on the left side of the hub.
All things considered, it works well and feels stronger than other 250 watt electric bikes. The top speed achievable is only 15 miles per hour (in throttle mode) and that helps extend range and provide more torque at the ideal RPM for the motor. In Europe this size is standard due to regulations but in the US where 500 watt hub motors are commonplace, this can feel weaker. The motor used for the Skyline offers only 250 watts of power which is on the lower side for electric bikes. It doesn’t offer lights, fenders or a fancy LCD computer but for under a thousand dollars it’s one of the best options available. When compared with the eZip Trailz, which costs even less, the Skyline shines as being lighter weight, having a higher quality battery and a better frame design that creates a more balanced ride. The eZip Skyline balances price against features and while the components it chooses are on the lower end, it offers a lot of value as an entry level electric bike.
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