Amflow unveils TL all-terrain utility e-bike for trails and commutes
The DJI spinoff’s TL series pairs a high-output mid-drive motor with cargo hardware, child-seat support and European pricing from €3,499.
By James Whitfield · Staff Writer
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Amflow has introduced the TL series, an all-terrain electric utility bike aimed at riders who want one bike for commuting, cargo runs and light off-road trips. The launch matters because the DJI spinoff is bringing its compact Avinox motor system into a more practical, family-focused format, according to The Verge.
The Verge reports that Amflow describes the TL as an “eSUV,” a term the company is using for a bike built to carry people and gear while still handling rougher routes. The model is positioned for uses ranging from bikepacking to taking a child to daycare during a work commute.
The TL series uses Amflow’s Avinox M2 mid-drive motor, according to The Verge. In the TL Carbon configuration, the system delivers 125Nm of torque and up to 1,100W of peak power, figures aimed at steep climbs and heavier loads.
Battery capacity can reach 1,280Wh when the bike’s removable 800Wh battery is paired with a 480Wh range extender, The Verge reports. Amflow also offers a charging hub that can charge as many as four batteries in sequence.
Cargo hardware comes built in
The TL ships with mudguards, integrated lighting and a rear rack, according to The Verge. The rear rack can carry up to 27kg, while an optional front rack adds capacity for another 20kg.
The Verge reports that the rear of the bike is compatible with the MIK HD mounting system. That lets riders attach accessories such as a child seat, panniers or a trailer for a dog.
Amflow has also fitted the bike for rougher surfaces, according to The Verge. The TL includes a front fork, rear suspension and wide knobby tires designed to absorb trail ruts and city potholes.
The full payload rating rises to 200kg, or 440 pounds, The Verge reports. Depending on configuration, the bike can weigh as little as 22.6kg, or 50 pounds, which The Verge notes is light for a full-suspension utility e-bike.
Electronics extend beyond pedal assist
The TL includes electronic shifting, according to The Verge. The system detects shifting inputs and can move the cassette without requiring the rider to pedal.
On steep hills, the bike reduces motor torque during gear changes to cut drivetrain shock and help protect the chain, The Verge reports. The feature is meant to keep shifts smoother when the motor is under load.
The Verge also reports that Amflow has added Apple Find My support to help owners locate a missing or stolen bike. The TL can work with heart rate sensors, using that data to adjust pedal assist so the rider stays in a target heart rate zone.
The bike also connects with DJI’s Osmo cameras, according to The Verge. Riders can control recording from the e-bike’s display rather than reaching for the camera.
European pricing starts at €3,499, The Verge reports. In the UK, the TL is priced at £3,199.
This story draws on original reporting from The Verge.