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Stark Drive’s New Folding Ebike Under $300 – the Stark Drive Mini

September 26, 2018 by Average Joe Cyclist Leave a Comment

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Advancing Transport for the Masses: Stark Drive Redefines Ebike Affordability with an Innovative Folding and Configurable Bike under $300 USD

With the Stark Drive Mini’s low price and high performance, customers previously priced out of the ebike market will now be able to commute in style and comfort. Looking to transcend the current standards of the electric bicycle market, Stark Drive introduces a new level of personal conveyance and convenience on two wheels with their Stark Drive Mini e-bike.

Looking good! The Stark Drive Mini
Looking good! The Stark Drive Mini

Fresh off the self-crowdfunding success of their first e-bike model, the Stockholm-based Stark Drive is introducing an e-bike that has been designed to provide the most optimal experience for the rider, without an exorbitant price tag. Built to be portable and highly customizable, the Stark Drive Mini e-bike aims to provide you with everything that you desire for your commute and everyday use.

The Stark Drive Mini can easily be folded after you’ve arrived at your destination and carried into the office or classroom. It weighs 13 kg (29 pounds). The Stark Drive is also compact enough to be taken on a plane (adhering to FAA & TSA guidelines), giving you increased mobility wherever your travels take you.

The Stark Drive Mini, unfolded on the left and folded up on the right
The Stark Drive Mini, unfolded on the left and folded up on the right

Stark Drive’s CEO and Founder, Oscar Stark’s goal is to provide performance in an e-bike that is affordable to the everyday commuter, rather than a select few. Stark says:

“The Stark Drive Mini is the ultimate city commuter which takes you from point A to point B in style and comfort, with its long battery life allowing for unlimited stops in between if you wish. It is the first e-bike that can be brought on a plane, making your travel experience more convenient and less reliant on other means of transportation.”

The team at Stark Drive realizes that for a lot of people, their bike will be the first electric vehicle they will most likely try, and they aim to ensure that it is the best experience they could have. They want to push the boundaries of what is cost-effective and achievable in ebike manufacturing, and their bikes have been built to help you get the most out of your ride through the city. The basic model of the Stark Drive Mini has a range of 14 km (8.7 miles) on pure electric mode and can cover 40 km (25 miles) with pedal assist. The Stark Drive Mini is en15194 EU certified and will be available for the historic starting price of $299 USD.

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Stark Drive Mini 5
Front suspension by default, with the option of rear suspension

The Stark Drive Mini arrives fully assembled, charged, and includes these features:

  • 250w Motor

  • Stark Drive LCD Display with Speed/ODO

  • USB Charger

  • Keyed System Power

  • Lockable & Hidden Battery Compartment

  • 36V, 7Ah, 252Wh Lithium-Ion Battery (Panasonic)

  • High Intensity Front Light/ 90db Horn

  • 14” All-terrain Tires

  • Front suspension by default, with the option of rear suspension
  • Shimano 21 Gear System

  • 13kg Weight

  • Various Color options

  • Worldwide 120V-220V 2A charger

Shimano 21 Gear System
Shimano 21 Gear System

Customize your Stark Drive Mini!

In addition to the components already incorporated into the Stark Drive Mini, you can customize the bike to fulfill your specific needs with several additional features and upgrades, such as Airless Pneumatic Tires, a GPS Tracking System, an Electrically Integrated Rear Light, Improved LCDs, Rack & Rack Bag, and even a 350 watt Motor upgrade.

Despite all the extraordinary components that can be incorporated into the Stark Drive Mini, Stark Drive wants everyone to have access to the technology at a budget-conscious price. You will be able to find out more about the Stark Drive Mini on their website.

About Stark Drive

Stark Drive has chosen not to “reinvent the wheel,” but to build on readily available molds to reduce the cost of tooling and manufacturing. They have selected the best components designed to work in harmony with one another while keeping total cost at the forefront of their design goals. CEO and Founder Oscar Stark’s goal is to remove the high-price barrier to entry that comes with all the major manufacturers of electric bikes by using a direct-to-consumer model. He has leveraged his thoroughly developed network of contacts in the transportation and manufacturing industries to develop affordable electric bikes.

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