Cycling electrifies. Especially if you ride one of the ten wonderful e-bikes which CENTURION proudly presents on schedule for Season 2012. The ten two-wheelers satisfy the most different demands in terms of cutting-edge bikes with electric engine support. They all belong to the general category of so-called “pedelecs” (short for “pedal electric cycle”) which amplify the pilot’s pedal power while their motors are deactivated automatically at a speed of 25 km/h. Due to this characteristic, protective helmets and insurance cover are currently not compulsory for pedelec riders.*

The CENTURION e-bike premiere in 2010 “only” included the models Electric Fire 8 / 8-EQ (w 8-speed gear hub) and 10 / 10 EQ (w 10-speed derailleur system) which base upon sportive frames with straight top tube and are available with or without street-legal configuration. But our second e-bike season represents many impressive innovations. On the one hand, the sport frame can be purchased with a third drive-train option now: The NuVinci N360 hub (supplied by Fallbrook Technologies) is a continuously variable gearbox which guarantees that the rider always cycles with the best possible transmission ratio.

On the other hand, CENTURION also offers a second new frame design now – the excellent E-Co for all those who might have certain safety concerns (e. g. traffic-light stops, getting in and off the saddle) about a classic diamond geometry with straight top tube. All E-Co versions delight with a low crossbar and nevertheless convincing stiffness data while they are as sportive as our Electric Fire models. The E-Co configuration options also include a NuVinci gearbox, a 10-speed derailleur system and a 7- or 8-speed gear hub.

All ten CENTURION pedelecs are still equipped with the well-proven power train made by Bosch. This decidedly powerful engine (250 W/50 Nm) is handled comfortably via a control unit at the handlebar: The so-called “Human Machine Interface” (HMI) does not only regulate the different riding modes but acts as an excellent bike computer as well by displaying important data such as speed, distance or the charge status of the lithium-ion accumulator. Thanks to 288 watt hours at 36 V/8 Ah, the latter provides enough energy for a cruising range of 145 pleasurable cycling kilometres – depending on individual utilization profile.

Storage helper
The split top tube’s special cover offers a lot of useful storage space.

Above: Power pack
Wins every e-bike Top Trumps game: The 250 W motor with outstandingly convincing performance data.

Below: Steering support
“Human Machine Interface”: User-friendly control centre as well as reliable bike computer.