BY CHRIS REDDEN
Quest Mid Motor Quest Mid Motor is a Fun Urban eBike with Lots of Extras for Added Value
We were excited to test the Quest Mid Motor e-bike and try out their consumer-direct delivery process as more and more bike companies, both small and large, are now offering this option. Quest is based in Montréal and is a sister brand of iGO Electric, which boasts 15+ years of experience in the electric bicycle market. Launched four years ago, Quest e-bikes are also available through London Drugs in Canada, either in-store or via their website, and then picked up boxed, with minimal assembly required at home. The Quest box is a bit larger than your average bike box and weighs 60kg, so be prepared with the right vehicle as well. Assembly can take 30–60+ minutes depending on how handy you are. The e-bike comes with all the tools needed for assembly, and there is a helpful on-line video to walk you through every step. The QR code on the hangtag also links you to the assembly video. Once the bike is out of the box and the cardboard and plastic have been removed, the first step is to attach the handlebar which has all of the shifters, brake levers and
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The Quest Mid Motor is a fun city e-bike and ready to take you on almost any adventure. controllers already on it. The stem’s front plate needs to be removed with four bolts, then the handlebar must be put into the stem with the bolts reattached. The front wheel is next. The front quick release needs to be inserted and then the front wheel put into place. The video doesn’t mention that you have to remove the space that is temporarily inserted in the front disc brake calliper. This piece of plastic keeps the brake pads separated during transport and must be removed or the front disc brake rotor won’t insert properly — so make sure that you take it out. (Quest is aware of this and the instruction video is being updated.) The fenders, and then the front light, have to be mounted with a few bolts. The pedals are the last thing to put on. Once complete and everything is checked for tightness, all that is left is getting the fit just right for seat height. The Quest Mid Motor model is nicely equipped with plenty of added-value extras. The 6061 aluminum frame is lightweight and durable, and it comes in one size which will fit most people. It also features a dropped top tube for added
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