Great Touring-Pedelec with high quality accessories, an inconspicuous motor system and a safety light powered by the battery.

Rating 2001: Good.
Recommended for high range and steep hill climbs.
Price: € 1,687
 

 
The KTM Life Blitz is the most suitable Pedelec for touring in the Test; with an average range of 29.1 miles, very long distances are possible.

The best features of this bike are the high quality accessories and the 21 speed gear system in combination with the variable power Egstone motor.
It is recommended to copy the light system which is powered by the battery. However, because of certain legislation, the bikes are also equipped with a Dynamo light system as well.

The Life Blitz would have been rated “very good? had the kickstand and rear rack been more stable.

Pros:
+ Silent motor.
+ High range and good hill climbing ability.
+ Charger is portable in battery bag.
+ Light powered by battery.

Cons:
- The rear rack is too weak for the weight of the battery.

Weight: Total 64.8 lbs

Test Results:
Mixed Track:
Range: 29.1 miles
Average Speed with Motor: 12.6 mph
Top Speed: 14.6 mph
Hill Test (8% / 12%):
Average Speed: 8.3 / 6.8 mph

Specifications:
Battery: removable and lockable with U-Lock.
Battery Box Weight: 15.7 lbs
Battery Capacity: 218.4 Wh (provided by manufacturer)
Battery Type: Nickel-Cadmium
Replacement Battery: € 500
Charger: not integrated in battery, but is portable in the battery bag
Charge Time: 04:00 (hr:min)

Accessories / Components:
Good components, Shimano Nexave 21 Speed gear system and Tektro V-Brakes, seat suspension and U-Lock. the light is powered by the battery, pump not included. Good owners manual, available in different sized frames and also in a step-thru version.

Other Models:
Other than the Life Blitz, which is available in men’s and women’s frames, KTM also offers the City Blitz equipped with a hub gear system and single tube frame. Price City Blitz: € 1,636.

Contact Information:
KTM Fahrrad GmbH
Harlochnerstr. 13
A - 5230 Mattighofen
Austria
Tel: +43-7742-4091-0
info@ktm-bikes.at
www.ktm-bikes.at