The Gale

a very good foldable bike with long life,
long range battery and Bafang motor

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This bike is now replaced by the Rambletta


The Gale: Easy to fold, excellent comfort, sturdiness, performance, range and handling.
36V 14.5AH battery - front suspension fork - 8-Fun motor - 7-speed - adjustable handlebars - flip forward seat - all metal folding pedals - lights - bell and puncture resist tyres.

Only £799 with 14.5AH battery, including delivery.
Range: 40-45 miles with 14.5AH battery on flat roads.
Rider's height: 5ft3 to 6ft. If you are smaller than 5ft3 (5ft to 5ft3), we'll fit a low profile seat post instead of the flip forward.
Maximum rider's weight: 110kgs.
If you are heavy, we recommend the Zephyr 2018.

Easy to fold
Undo the framelock latch a couple of turns and pull it out.
Lift it a little to free it from the safety hole. The Gale will fold in halves. To fold the handlebars, undo the handlebar lock a couple of turns. Pull it out and the handlebars can now be folded down.

Woosh Gale - folded

Dimensions when folded:
about 85cm (L) x 70cm (H) x 55cm

Easy controls
The Gale features both throttle twist grip and pedal assist.
Gear shifter and throttle are on the right.
Switch on the battery and press the red on/off button on the LED display.
The assistance level is shown by the LED.
There are 3 levels: low (slowest), medium and high (fastest).
You can change the assistance level if you like by pressing the green button.
Start pedalling or twist down the throttle like on a motobike and the Gale will woosh you along nicely!
The bike is also easy to pedal with no power.
Dimensions:
Overall size:150cm x 105cm
Saddle height (in seam):85cm-99cm adjustable
Handlebars:68cm overall
Wheel size:20 inches
Tyres:5cm wide (20in by 1.95in)
Woosh Gale folded



On/off and display panel:
Woosh Gale LED display control unit

Gale picture gallery:

Main features

  • delivered 95% built, ride away in minutes
  • top brand proven components
  • fully accessorized
  • slimline discreet sealed battery — bike doesn't look electric
  • mechanical components widely available
  • 3 levels of assistance, 20″ wheels
  • 7-speed Shimano gear system
  • easy twist throttle for fast get aways
  • 23kgs – light enough to ride with no power

Other features

  • no need for tax, insurance or DVLA registration
  • clean energy, costs less than 0.1p per mile
  • UK and European compliant

Specifications

  • Available with 36Volts 14.5AH Lithium battery
  • Maximum speed 15 miles per hour
  • Dual control: pedal assist and twist grip throttle
  • Range: 40-50 miles with 14.5AH battery on flat roads on a full charge.
  • Aluminum frame
  • 7-speed Shimano Index Shift
  • Motor: lightweight Bafang 8-Fun brushless rear hub motor rated 250W
  • Brakes: Tektro V brakes front and rear
  • Suspension: front suspension
  • Saddle: Velo comfort style
  • 20in wheels, ideal for riders from 5ft 2 and up to 5ft 10
  • Tyres: puncture resist Kenda 20″ by 1.95″
  • Battery charger for UK mains
  • Weight (including all accessories): 23kgs
  • bell and lights
  • Guarantee: 1 year parts and labour, excluding consumables

Spare battery

3.7 kgs, Lithium-ion, 36 Volts 14.5AH
New set of 2 keys
Price including VAT: £299 14.5AH (including p&p)

Spare charger

1kg, 42Volts 1.9A intelligent charger
Price including VAT: £25 (including p&p)