The Mercedes-Branded F1 Electric Bike Looks Beautiful but Is So, So Heavy
Briefly

The review highlights performance issues with an electric bike, which, although it retains a decent battery charge while idle, drains significantly during use, particularly in challenging conditions. The build quality is questioned based on wheel designs and the need for additional tools, and extra costs for necessary accessories further inflate the overall price. While the bike is marketed as a high-end option, several mechanical problems diminish its practical appeal, making it difficult to recommend despite its hyped features and branding.
The battery demonstrated decent retention while idle, losing only 19% charge over months, but performance during rides diminished quickly, draining to 41% in under 30 minutes.
Issues with wheel design, such as a bolted rear and quick-release front, suggest lower build quality, necessitating extra tools for maintenance, unlike often included features in cheaper models.
Additional costs for essential accessories like fenders overall increase the price, which, coupled with the bike's excessive weight, diminishes its practicality and ease of use.
Despite being a high-end "track racing" version, its performance issues and unnecessary troubleshooting overshadow its appeal, leading to reservations about its value and recommendation.
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