Well done Zizzo for getting the bike certified to meet UL 2849. At 41lb the e-Forte is considerably lighter than my RadExpand (65lb), currently I’m using a Zizzo Liberte for the days I don’t want to lug the Rad onto the train ride to work. The e-Forte could replace both my bikes!
That's great that they include the headlight! It's annoying they do NOT deliver that with the add-on EMO kit. They also need to include a rear light though.
The tire size is listed as 20x1.95 ... will a Tannus 20x2 airless tire fit (they come in 20x1.5 and 20x2 sizes)? Why do that?...bcs rear flats are a royal pain. edited for typos
Hey @torinsall Thanks for your question. While we cannot make any specific product recommendations without having first tested them, we can say that the e-Forte can accommodate 20X2.0" tires. But, ,as you know, Tanus tires are not "regular" tires and may require some special handling and installation considerations. Tony
@@ZiZZOBikes Great, will do that ... might take time, still saving up for the bike (repair of fence crushed by tree from a storm and ramp for a handicap family member are ahead of my ebike...the joys of reality). But will do a review when I get them (bike and tannus tire). edited for typos
Why does the eForte have the lower quality Shimano Tourney derailleur from the 2022 and earlier Forte, instead of the 2023-2024 Forte upgraded (better) Shimano Altus derailleur? edited for typos
Thanks for reaching out. Management felt confident with this latest version of the Tourney derailleur that it would perform fine with the E-Forte. The E-Forte has been out for over 8 months now and we have had no service issues with the Tourney. Thanks!-BG
@@ZiZZOBikes You might want to read the review on your web site by Edmond A. dated 5/18/2024, which states the Tourney deraillier problems he was having ... specifically "It kept skipping, ghost-shifting, dropping gears". Have read these complaints about that derailleur on other bikes, though I realize no derailleur is perfect. But the 2023-2024 Forte improved with the change from the Tourney to the Arcus system, so I would rather you had kept the Arcus on the more demanding ebike. edited for typos
@@torinsall Adjustments to derailleurs is common . Whether its Dura -Ace or Tourney cable stretch is common on any new bike. We monitor all social media and forums and welcome anyone who has an issue with their bike to talk to our techs or email us. 99% of all situations are mostly resolved with minor adjustments that anyone can do. Thanks for your concern and advice. -BG
@@ZiZZOBikes Thank you for your quick response. Out of curiosity, what if someone wanted the e-Forte with the Shimamo Arcus derailleur now on the 2023-2024 Forte models? Why not offer that as an option for the e-Forte at the point of sale? Kind of like being offered purchase of a larger or extra battery, or other options, is often done at time of purchase?
@@torinsall Thanks for your suggestion. The bikes are already fully packed with foam / protective material and taking out bikes for customization is not part of our normal procedures. Maybe someday but not at this point. It is easy enough for someone to swap out any part they want on their own if they would like to customize it to their needs when it arrives. Thanks-BG
