Does the bike have a throttle, & can it just be used without pedaling at all, & about how far will it travel just using the throttle and no pedaling?
1194802
Almost the same, I can get around 16mi FULL THROTTLE on mostly flat ground but you can also take this on gravel since it has hybrid tires. With pedal you can even last longer.
1194803
Yes, it does. You can definitely just use the throttle to power it. From what I have tested, it can go at least 14.4 miles.
1194804
Just twist the throttle on the right handle, just like a motorcycle then it powers itself.
2129873
Your child will coast without pedaling. If your child presses back on the pedal the brake will engage, it is very sensitive. All in all it is a great little bike.
1703063
Please? Anybody? If anyone is 5 feet tall or around there and has used this machine or others (418, 431, 438) in this line, please drop a line here and tell me what you think of it? I am particularly interested in what kind of reach it takes to grip the handlebars while striding. Does it bend you forward to reach them or can you do so in relative comfort without straining your back? ANY input is greatly appreciated!!
2137467
Well, the pedals don't move unless you make them. The only time I really need to pedal is sometimes on a steep uphill climb or when the battery pack runs low.
1975982
about 20 miles on full throttle (no pedaling) if on mainly flat ground and about 30 miles on pedal assist just Geronimo said. The more weight you carry noticeably affects the distance and speed.
1719897
You can pedal backwards, but not at a set level of intensity. If you pedal backwards, it's as if you are using the bike without it being powered on.
1471904
They pedal back like a coaster break, very easily actually. Keep that in mind however when you are pushing them with the handle, we've had a couple gut checks because of the break! I also saw your comment about not getting a response from the manufacturer, we were having an issue with the pedals engaging and they responded within 24 hours. It's a great bike, well worth the investment.
594433
no pedal assist, it is throttle powered, the only display is your battery power remaining.I can assist you in saving.
278433
No - you don't ever have to pedal if you don't want to. If you pedal you don't use as much battery.
1394637
Yep, the bike must be in motion with the pedals moving. This is pretty much true of all drailleur systems. Enjoy! I still have mine and though I've had to make small adjustments, it still rides great.
2109840
It's a variable speed twist speed control like a motorcycle twist. As there's no clutch it does engage and start quickly. I've learned to be easy on the throttle for slow manuvers and it works quite well.
126060
My son scoots around on it since a couple months before his 2nd birthday. However he doesn't really "ride" it. I would think that would take a few months of practice at that young age. No pedals but I've not seen a balance bike that can. This is a great quality bike and one of the best balance bikes I've seen.
1825506
It does has throttle control, I assume you can set it at low, but I always set the highest
314166
You have two modes, pas= where you have to pedal to activate the motor;(. Or the tag mode touch and go ;) just turn the throttle and off you go.
858004
Absolutely variable. It has a 2-speed (hi/lo) range with motorcycle-like right hand throttle.
746737
No the bike is not belt driven. The pedals are attached directly to a weighted and balanced flywheel. The resistance is applied magnetically. Very smooth and quiet.
1815683
I leave the pedals out, and so when there's a draw on power up a very steep hill, I pedal with the throttle going, even with my 11 yr old on the back we get up very steep hills. So, to answer your question the maximum climbing slope is immeasurable with pedals. Without, I've gotten up some good hills no issues always maintain the 20mph