Getting around the city is getting more and more complicated? Is finding parking a nightmare? Do you need or like doing light physical activity? Do you want to spend some more time outdoors? Well, an excellent solution is to try an electric bicycle. And if you are looking for something that is solid, efficient, suitable for different situations and therefore versatile, but that does not cost too much, then you could try, as we did, the X7 model by Nilox, an Italian hi-tech company born in 2005, in the Esprinet group, specialized in technology for sport and the outdoors. The brand has distinguished itself over the years for its ability to offer products focused on electric mobility on 2 wheels, with a range that includes hoverboards, skateboards and electric scooters, action cameras, accessories and even bicycles with assisted pedaling.
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And among these is the Nilox X7, which tries to put together the ‘urban’ and the ‘outdoor’ soul, in a model that holds together everything you need to pedal with little effort in the city as well as the right features. for those who love cycling and moving, if desired, even ‘off the road’, metropolitan and sporting nature. The features are these: trekking bike with pedal assistance, Shimano gearbox with 21 speeds, LG 36 V – 8 Ah removable lithium battery, autonomy up to 45 km, maximum speed 25 km per hour, semi-knobby tires 27.5 “x 2.10”, that flow well on the asphalt and provide greater traction, and the fundamental front suspension that absorbs both the city holes or the movement on the cobblestones in the city, and the roughness of the ground when going on a dirt road. The X7 has Tektro front and rear disc brakes, an elegantly designed aluminum frame and a beautiful ‘niagara blue’ color. For the technological part, it consists of an excellent LCD display to keep an eye on speed, battery, lights and many other data, and a 36 V – 250 W High Speed Brushless motor. Versatility is precisely the strength of the X7. which weighs quite little, 23 KG, is handy and easy to carry. The frame is made of aluminum and is very resistant, the seat is comfortable and the handlebar grips are soft enough to not bother your hands even after a long ride. The complete recharge of the battery takes place in 4 hours, which means that with a good stop and a recharge you can travel even long distances in a single day.
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After a couple of weeks of testing it can be said that the Nilox X7 is truly an excellent means of urban transport as well as a fun and comfortable outdoor bike, precisely because the front suspension responds well on asphalt, gravel and dirt, with the help of the knobby tires that keep the road and bumpy paths well, as well as Tektro-branded disc brakes. The pedal assistance is activated when we want, with a simple touch of a button on the LCD display, and has five levels of assistance, the most powerful of which leads to maximum speed without any effort and helps substantially on climbs. The electric trekking bike, therefore, is a very comfortable choice for those who want to use it in different conditions, without having particular limits, depending on the inspiration and the time available. The roof rack helps to carry light shopping, the powerful front LED spotlight guarantees good visibility at night, in short, the possibilities of such a vehicle are considerable and everything works with simplicity. The price, around 1000 euros, recommends the purchase if you plan to make a daily use, but the price-quality ratio, given the attention to the structure and accessories, is definitely good.
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