From Ford:
Key Features:
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750W Hub-Mounted Motors: Both models provide 85 Nm of torque for exceptional performance. 28 MPH top assist speed** with approximately 60 miles of range*** on just a 3.5 hr charge time (subject to external elements, driving behaviors, maintenance and battery age)
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Four-Piston Hydraulic Brakes: Ensures maximum safety with robust braking capabilities
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Pirelli Tires and Running Lights: Pirelli Angel GT semi-slick tires optimizes Mustang for speed and handling, enhancing safety and rider confidence
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Full-Color LCD Panel: Provides real-time information including speed, battery life, and range, inspired by the Mustang’s driver display.
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Limited Edition Availability: The Mustang 60th Anniversary Edition will be available exclusively through Ford dealers in limited quantities.
The Mustang eBike starts at $4,000 MSRP. For an additional $390, customers can choose from 10 additional color options beyond standard Carbonized Gray Metallic.
Ford is also offering a Bronco version of the eBike, too.
You can order them now at https://ford-bikes.com/, with deliveries expected later this year.
What are your thoughts on these?
I mean, it's no Motocompacto
I do feel like there's a market out there for these, though, whether it's someone who really wants everything to match their Mustang or someone that just really likes Mustangs.
That's not a Mustang! I am outraged!
Oh, no, I'm not ;) But the chrome rims in the promo picture say a lot about who this is aimed at.
There's a Bronco one as well. I'm not so sure about that saddle.
The Motocompacto is a good comparison. It's an interesting device that's like nothing else on the market. It's got a quirky style, a connection to Honda's past and has legit usefulness in specific scenarios -and it was given an attainable price. These are just ebikes priced at the upper end of the market with nothing obvious to set themselves apart other than some stick-on branding.
So are all of the car makers trying to get into the E-Bike game? McLaren is launching their e-bikes too. All be it at a very McLaren price level.
The Bronco is... interesting... not sure who they are aiming to sell to, but definitely not a typical mtn bike rider... 120mm travel? Almost 68 lbs??? One size fits all?
If you have a Mustang or Bronco and $4K to spend on a toy that matches your car I see the appeal but its interesting to me that for that price you get no name brand components and a hub drive motor. I do think the Bronco one looks cool, I just dont know how comfortable that saddle would be.
ddavidv
UltimaDork
8/8/24 6:48 a.m.
If it's made here and doesn't catch fire while unattended, I could be interested, but not because it has a "Mustang" decal on it.
In reply to ddavidv :
In general, anything with a hub-motor doesn't inspire confidence but in theory Ford would have done their due-diligence on this before putting their name on the bike. The name of the manufacturer is a bit misleading. I doubt any of this bike is made in North America.
The only e-bike I know of that is sort of made in the USA is the Christini, which is made in Philadelphia and sells for a bit over $1000 more (but also has more features). I've pondered picking up the AWD e-fat-bike... although it would pretty much guarantee my area will never see snow again...
What's that? You need sunglasses to match your e-bike that matches your Mustang? Do I have the perfect shades for you:
They also have pairs to match your Bronco or F-150: https://knockaround.com/collections/ford-sunglasses
I suspect a lot of them will spend their lives being displayed next to the owner's GT500 at shows.