1,100 W, 800 Wh and Fox suspension: the Amflow TL Carbon doesn't stay in the city

Looking for an e-bike that works for commuting during the week and for getting out of the city on Saturday without falling short? The Amflow TL Carbon is aimed right there. According to the test published by Brújula Bike, this eBike is much more than a city bike: it has the 1,100 W Avinox M2 motor, an 800 Wh battery and Fox suspension, and what struck them most was its versatility.

Three figures that, together, change quite a lot what you'd expect from an e-bike designed for getting around town. Let's see what they mean for you.

What the Amflow TL Carbon offers riders

What's interesting about this bike isn't any single figure, but the combination. Each part solves a different situation in your day-to-day riding:

• 1,100 W Avinox M2 motor: the figure in the test points to plenty of reserve power. In practice, you notice it mostly when pulling away on a hill, carrying a load or when the terrain gets tricky.
• 800 Wh battery: a generous capacity, the kind that lets you think about long routes and not just short trips. How long it lasts will depend on the assist mode, the elevation and your weight.
• Fox suspension: more comfort on broken tarmac, cobbles and tracks, and more control when you leave the bike lane.

A useful note: in the European Union, a pedal-assist bike has a rated power limit of 250 W and the assistance cuts out at 25 km/h. The high figures manufacturers tend to advertise usually refer to peak power, so it's best to read them as responsiveness, not speed.

Versatility: the point that counts most

A bike that does several things saves you having two. If your week mixes urban commuting with getaways on paths, an e-bike with a good battery and quality suspension lets you improvise: extend the loop, head down a track or take on that short climb you used to avoid.

The flip side is that this type of bike isn't designed to be light or minimalist. If you're only going to ride five flat kilometres a day, it may be more than you need. If you like going off the beaten track, that's exactly where it makes sense.

If you're looking for second-hand e-bikes with this profile

The Amflow TL Carbon is a recent model, but the type of bike it represents (an all-terrain e-bike with a big battery) already has a second-hand market. If you're looking at one, check these things before paying:

• Battery condition: ask for the charge history or a system reading if possible.
• Suspension maintenance: ask when the fork and shock were last serviced.
• Motor software: make sure it's up to date with no logged errors.
• Invoice and warranty: with e-bikes, a warranty that transfers to the new owner is worth a lot.

In the second-hand bike blog you'll find more guides to buying without any scares.

Who is it for?

For anyone who wants a single e-bike that does it all: getting around town, riding out of it and not worrying about the battery. If your current bike falls short on range or comfort, this type of model is a good benchmark to compare against.

Have a look at the second-hand e-bikes on bicis.net right now and, if you fancy a change, post a free listing for your current bike so it can start riding with someone else.