Two-minute evaluation
Should you're not within the UK, you won't be acquainted with Pure Electric, however the firm makes among the finest electrical scooters round (together with our present primary selection, the Pure Air Professional). The Pure Flux One is its first electrical bike, and is a straightforward and reasonably priced technique to hop round city with out breaking a sweat – although there are just a few tough edges that can hopefully be smoothed out with future fashions.
At £999 (about $1,400 / AU$1,900), the Flux One is without doubt one of the most reasonably priced commuter e-bikes round. You could find inexpensive fashions on Amazon (a lot of doubtful provenance) however we would not recommendation skimping in terms of a car with a strong motor that you will be using in site visitors. Pure is a nicely established model with a monitor document of fine customer support together with returns, free security checks, and common upkeep at service facilities.
Like most metropolis e-bikes, the Flux One is a hybrid with flat handlebars, giving a great steadiness of consolation and manoeuvrability in site visitors. The using place is pretty upright, prioritizing visibility fairly than velocity, and total it is one of the crucial snug commuter e-bikes we have examined to date.
We're additionally followers of the carbon belt drive system, which is much much less trouble than a standard chain for metropolis using. It will not reply too nicely to being clogged with mud, however offered you persist with comparatively strong surfaces (asphalt, cement, gravel) you will discover there's virtually no upkeep needed. No oiling, tensioning, or worrying in regards to the chain leaping throughout gear modifications.
The experience is easy and simple on the flat with out energy help, and the motor has loads of energy that will help you glide up hills that may usually go away you sweating. Nonetheless, that energy is available in suits and begins; if you swap to a better energy help setting, there is a noticeable delay, then an abrupt burst of noisy acceleration earlier than the bike settles into its new mode.
You will get used to it after some time (and you will have to, because the drive system has no gears), however it's value being ready for. You do not wish to unintentionally hit the button twice and swap up two energy ranges directly.
The Flux One's largest difficulty, nonetheless, is its lack of vary. The Samsung cell battery will maintain you using for a most of 25 miles when totally charged, which is much lower than most different e-bikes we have examined – and fewer than many electrical scooters.
The Pure Flux One won't be good, however it's a reliable on a regular basis metropolis bike, and could be very spectacular for the value. Hopefully the following mannequin will provide a selection of body sizes and smoother acceleration, however in the event you're throughout the top vary, it is positively value attending to a showroom for a take a look at experience.
Pure Flux One [rice and release date
- Budget-friendly price
- Available directly from Pure
The Pure Flux One was released in August 2021, and costs £999 (about $1,400 / AU$1,900). It's available direct from Pure Electric, either online or in one of its showrooms.
Pure Flux One design
- Single frame size
- Carbon drive belt
- Conveniently located controls
At first glance, the Pure Flux One bears quite a resemblance to the Cowboy 4 thanks to its flat handlebars, carbon belt drive system (courtesy of Gates), matt black paintwork and minimal branding
However, while the Cowboy 4 is a luxury machine decked out with extras including built-in lights, fall detection and theft detection, the Flux One is built for everyday city-hopping without extraneous frills. Pure has focused on getting the essentials right, prioritizing comfort and ease of riding – and as a result. the Flux One is half the price of the Cowboy.
There are some issues, though. The Flux One's step-over frame comes in just one size, designed to fit riders between 5'7" and 6'2". It's a range that caters to most men, but excludes the majority of women, whose average height is 5'4" in the US and 5'3" in the UK.
At 17.5kg including the battery pack, the Pure Flux One is pretty light for an e-bike (sitting in between the 18.9kg Cowboy and the 13.1g Ribble Hybrid ALe) , and the position of the bottle-style battery means the center of gravity is roughly central to the frame, making it easy to pick up and carry.
The battery can be unlocked from the frame using a key. It slides out easily, and can be charged either on or off the bike. Removable batteries like this might not look as sleek as ones integrated into the frame, but the ability to charge without plugging in your entire bike is a real advantage. You can also remove the battery after locking the bike up outside, making it less susceptible to theft and vandalism.
There's a small display and control unit within easy reach of your left thumb, showing the current power mode, plus distance travelled. A button on the top of the unit turns the bike on and off, and arrow buttons on the face allow you to switch between power settings (more on this shortly).
There are no mudguards as standard, which though there are eyelets so you can fit your own. The bike has no integrated lights either (only reflectors and reflective decals) so you'll also need to factor a set of removable ones into your budget.
Pure Flux One performance
- Well suited to traffic
- Jumpy acceleration
- Maximum range of 25 miles
Although its hybrid design can handle a little riding on loose surfaces like gravel, this is chiefly an e-bike for city riding, and is most at home replacing your car for short commutes and other everyday journeys. We found the ride smooth and comfortable (our reviewer is right in the middle of the recommended height range), and the relatively upright geometry gives you good visibility in standing traffic.
The controls are simple, but thoughtfully designed, with everything within easy reach of your left thumb. Many e-bikes we've tested have power buttons located in slightly odd places, such as the top tube, which can be inconvenient when you're in a hurry to get moving. Here, you can control the power and assistance level without even glancing down.
You don't get a fully fledged trip computer, and unlike e-bikes using drive systems from the likes of Mahle and Shimano, there's no companion app that allows you to customize the bike's settings and plot routes. The display is clearly visible in most lighting conditions though, and shows key stats (speed, battery level, and distance ridden) at a glance.
That's vital info, and you'll want to keep a close eye on the power level because the Flux One has a maximum range of just 25 miles, compared to 40 or even 60 for other entry-level e-bikes. It's also considerably less than many electric scooters, including the Pure Air Pro.
We found there was noticeable delay between pressing the up button, and the bike's motor kicking in, and when it does, the bike accelerates rapidly before settling at its new speed. It's a somewhat jarring experience; it does help you get away quickly at road junctions and traffic lights, but when you only want a little more assistance on a hill, it can be unnerving. The motor is also quite noisy as it whirrs into action, though the noise subsides after the initial acceleration.
It's a quirk that takes a little getting used to (at first we found ourselves accidentally shifting up two power settings at once, thinking our first press hadn't registered) but you'll come to expect it. You'll have to because there are no gears, and powering 17.5kg of bicycle uphill under your own steam is hard work.
That's not what the Pure Flux One is designed for, though. It's not perfect, but this e-bike is robust and thoughtfully constructed for jaunts into town or your daily ride to work. It's excellent value as an everyday commuter bike – just be sure you're aware of its limitations.
Buy it if
You live in a city
The Pure Flux One is well suited to stop-start traffic thanks to its easily accessible power controls, upright riding position, and well placed reflective decals (though you'll need to supply your own lights). The limited range won't be an issue for short trips.
You're on a limited budget
Yes, you could buy a cheaper e-bike on Amazon, but we wouldn't recommend it. Pure Electric is an established brand that you can trust; it hasn't skimped on safety and you can be confident that its aftersales service will look after you and your new bike.
Don't buy it if
You're under 5'7"
The single frame size is a shame, but we're hopeful that the next Flux will cater to a wider range of riders.
You enjoy longer weekend rides
The Pure Flux One simply doesn't have the battery capacity for a full day of riding, and if you've got anything more than a short jaunt in mind you'll need to carefully ration your power usage.
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