Tomos Flexer - Black

Tomos Flexer at GOfatbike

The Tomos Flexer is an electric fatbike with wide tires and a sturdy frame. You might know the name Tomos from mopeds, but this is a real electric bike that you pedal yourself. You sit upright, the motor assists as soon as you start pedaling, and the thick tires provide a smooth ride on streets, grass, or loose sand. In this explanation, we’ll go through what the Flexer can do, its strengths, and what to watch out for before making a choice.

Entry and comfort

The frame is solidly built and easy to mount. Your posture is upright, with your hands resting comfortably on the handlebars and your back not leaning forward. This makes a ride to work or the store pleasant, and longer trips less tiring. Comfort is prioritized over sportiness here. If you’re looking for a tight, forward-leaning racing feel, this is not your bike. If you want to ride calmly and easily, this is a good fit. The saddle is wide and remains comfortable even after half an hour.

Range and battery

The battery is integrated into the frame and offers a generous range. How far you get depends on a few factors: your weight, the wind, how much assistance you choose, and whether you often have to brake and accelerate in the city. So don’t count on a fixed number, but rather a range. If you ride efficiently with light assistance, you’ll get more out of a charge than if you constantly ride on the highest setting. You can charge the battery on the bike or separately, so you can do it wherever it suits you.

Motor, speed, and regulations

The Flexer has a 250-watt motor that assists while you pedal. The assistance stops around 25 kilometers per hour, after which you pedal on your own power. There is no throttle, so you always have to pedal. This means the Flexer counts as a regular electric bike: no license, no registration plate, and no helmet requirement. We advise against tuning the motor. Doing so takes the bike out of the legal category, the brakes and frame are not designed for it, and your warranty will be voided. So leave the motor as it is.

Tires, brakes, and riding feel

The wide tires are the first thing you notice. They grip the road, but also grass or loose sand, and they absorb some of the vibrations before they reach you. This makes riding feel calm and stable. The disc brakes bring you to a smooth stop, even when it's wet. There is a downside to a fatbike, and that is the weight. Lifting it, carrying it up stairs, or placing it in a trunk takes strength. Riding feels light thanks to the motor, but lifting you do with your arms.

Who is this fatbike for

The Flexer suits those who want to ride comfortably and calmly. To work, for quick errands, or a weekend ride. The upright seating makes riding easy, even if you’re not very flexible anymore. The size is substantial, so taller people also have plenty of room. The Flexer is less suitable if you want something light and nimble to take on the train or bus, or if you want to cycle sportily and fast. To be honest: then you’re better off looking at a lighter model.

Ordering at GOfatbike

If you’re still unsure, take a look at the size and version that suit you. The Flexer comes in several colors, and there is a version with a lower step-through for those who have trouble lifting their leg over the saddle. Also read the experiences of customers who already ride the bike; that often gives a good idea of how it performs in practice. Have you made your choice? The Tomos Flexer is available at GOfatbike.

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