E-Bike Overview
The Dōst Kope CVT breaks new ground with its Enviolo continuous variable transmission (CVT) gearing and dual battery configuration. Ideal for long-distance trekking, commuting, or replacing the second car, the Dost Kope is the multi-tool of electric bikes.
Let’s take a look at the CVT transmission. A sealed rear hub, allows an infinite amount of ratios to be used for optimal comfort on climbs or descents. This can mean eradicating the creeping pain of false flats or gentle ascents by choosing the perfect ratio. Unlike with derailleur and cassette gears, the CVT lets you change gears while the e-bike is still.
The Dōst Kope also comes with a dual battery option ($699 extra). The 672 Wh in-tube battery is supported by a 500 Wh on-tube battery that — while adding 20 lb to the bike’s weight — almost doubles the range to a claimed 120 miles. In all reality, you could achieve 80 of those miles in typical riding, but that’s still a huge distance for a mass-produced mid-range e-bike.
A 750W mid-drive motor, rack, lights, and fenders round off a very good electric bike that, even with dual battery and extended warranty, will cost just over $5,500.
Reasons to Buy
For those into longer-distance commuting, you could consider a 30-mile one-way commute on a regular basis. In a Class 3 configuration, the Dōst Kope can travel at 28 mph, meaning you’ll get to work in a jiffy.
This is also a very good long-distance trekking electric bike. If you plan to plug it in every night, then there’s no limit as to how far you can go. Fancy a Coast-to-Coast cycle ride? The 3,000 miles wouldn’t be the farthest people have ridden on a Dōst e-bike!
Thanks to lacking a derailleur and chain, this is also a very low-maintenance e-bike — you won’t have to send it to have a new chain or cassette fitted every thousand miles or so.
Things to Consider
Thanks to the complex, if tried and tested components of this machine, there’s a lot that can go wrong that can’t be fixed by an average Joe local bike shop. Dōst offers good warranty terms, and its machines have been ridden long distances, but after the warranty runs out, you could have a fine old time getting it repaired if something big breaks.
