ADO D30C the beautiful, fun and legal electric mountain bike | Review
La ADO D30C and the new mountain bike of the company A Dece Oasis, long name of ADO, which is placed in the medium / high range of this sector. Many advantages for a bicycle that will certainly win the favor of many users.
Il aluminum frame is sturdy and capable of supporting up to 120Kg. We don't find the typical folding function in favor of a much nicer design instead, with soft and sinuous lines, thanks also to the upper tube which is slightly curved. The aesthetics are treated in many small details that convey a feeling of elegance and quality.
Le dimensions they are 180cm long, 64cm wide (handlebar), 101cm high (handlebar). The saddle height is adjustable from 82cm to 1m approximately.
The weight of only 22kg is a true "feather weight" for this category, agility during driving and practicality in transport gains a lot. Even pedaling without assistance is not as tiring as with other models.
The ADO D30C mounts 27.5-inch “CST All Terrain” tires, 1.95 ″ wide, with moderate tread pattern that offers good comfort on the road but also good grip on dirt.
Great comfort is also guaranteed by front hydraulic suspension which is adjustable and lockable. A mention also deserves the saddle which is soft and comfortable.
The available change is a Shimano Altus 9-speed which, although low-end, performs very well and results accurate in the changes. The choice of using a single chainring, albeit with only 9 gears, simplifies use considering that the electric assistance still reduces the need for frequent changes.
La ADO D30C offers a solution premium also for braking, both for front and rear, thanks to Kamros hydraulic brakes with 160mm discs. A suitable choice that guarantees precise and always effective braking.
There are also some “accessories” to complete: side stand, front / rear reflector panel, mechanical bell, LED light.
La ADO D30C it is powered by a 300W motor (limited to 250w for Europe) with a 42Nm torque which may seem few but in reality they are more than adequate for the low weight of the bicycle. In practice, the electrical assistance is adequate and even excessive on moderate slopes.
We find the system ADO G-DRIVE 2.0 which allows adaptive power management based on the scenarios detected by the bicycle. However, we have 3 levels of assistance available that allow us to adjust the help according to need: 0 no help; 1 assistance up to 15km / h; 2 assistance up to 25km / h. Carrying out the release operation it is possible to activate the third gear which reaches almost 30km / h.
The bicycle is not equipped with a knob for “electric only” riding and this, together with the maximum power and speed, makes it completely legal to march on Italian streets.
La 36V 10,5Ah battery recharges in about 5 hours and according to the house is able to provide assistance up to 90km. In my tests in the mountains with continuous very steep climbs consumption was higher but I managed to travel 50km on one charge. The battery is well integrated into the frame and almost invisible, but can be removed using the supplied key to recharge it comfortably at home or for safety reasons.
Il available is theS830, already seen on other e-bikes, which offers excellent visibility under even under sunlight. The generous dimensions offer good readability and lots of space for information: speed (current, average, max); odometer, partial values of time and km; battery status in percentage or voltage; status icons for braking, light, cruise control.
In addition the display includes a small USB post that can be used to recharge your smartphone or other devices.
ADO D30C - Conclusions and introductory price
La ADO D30C it is an excellent sturdy mountain bike, practical and with an attractive design, overall of a higher level than what we usually find in Chinese stores.
Hydraulic shock absorbers, hydraulic disc brakes, Shimano gearbox, 27.5 "wheels are features that will allow you to fully enjoy the vehicle both in the city and during weekend outings.
With small upgrades it can be transformed into a vehicle capable of tackling even the most inaccessible roads.
This e-bike is available at the price of 969 € (instead of € 1.599) with fast and free shipping from Europe, using the discount code 7JFIM3I1 su the product page.
For those looking for something more "pushed", the Teen D30 which has 11 gears, improved engine and suspension control on the handlebars. It costs 1732 € using the discount code BG34652b on this page.
