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EASY E-BIKE A small, smart, electric bike is changing the nature of transport for commuters, retirees, students and caravaners. The e-bike is a revolutionary transport mode that is proving popular across Australia, and In response to the sales surge, Jakeb Barry opened his headquarters in January in Mawson Lakes to sell DYU Electric Bikes in Australia and New Zealand. Speaking to Northern Living from the new shop in Goodall Street, Jakeb said he has sold more than 40 e-bikes in the last month and 90 per cent of them have gone to people with motorhomes and caravans. “People park at a caravan park for the holidays and if they want to get into town, the shops or the pub, the e-bike is easy and ready to go,” said Jakeb. The DYU range of five e-bike models is priced from $799 to $999. Depending on the model, features include a powerful 250W motor that can reach a max speed of 25km/hour and a 45km range. Cruise control and bump reducing seat suspension assists comfort. Anti-theft and LCD control technology makes the ultra-quiet bike a safe bet.
“A model with folding handlebars weighing only 16kg allows you to carry your bike anywhere and park it in your office or lab, place it inside a vehicle or on a balcony. It’s ideal for apartment living and other small spaces, and it can travel beside you on public transport,” said Jakeb. “A large number of the bikes we sell are for commuters getting out of a bus or car and riding to and from work – it’s no sweat and an incredibly cheap form of transport.” ED
“I travel widely in Europe and Scandinavia where I see that transport is changing rapidly. Small electric cars and bikes are an essential way to cope with crippling traffic congestion. As I look at compact residential suburbs here, such as North Adelaide, Bowden, Prospect, Mawson Lakes and Blakeview, I see tight urban living similar to Europe, but Adelaide is about 10 years behind, still relying on the combustion engine. We need a change of thinking and more electric vehicles, safe bike paths and storage racks.” Patrick Jonker, Bike Sportz Olympic Cyclist
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