Ultima Mobility has launched a new e-Bike called the Mulitpath, which the French start-up claims is the first-of-its-kind to be made from recycled plastic and metal that’s 100% produced in France.
Developed in partnership with the car-body manufacturer Protoform, the Multipath relies on a monocoque construction, wherein resin is injected into a mold to create a single-piece frame, eliminating the need for joints and thereby reducing weight and bolstering rigidity. Moreover, the design also translates into a one-size-fits-all, which Ultima Mobility says can accommodate riders ranging from 140cm to 190cm tall.
At the center of the Multipath, is a Valeo Smart eBike System, along with the brand’s bottom bracket mounted, adaptive automatic transmission, which analyses data based on wheel speed, cadence and torque, while gradient sensors with predictive software adjust assistance accordingly.
Powered by a 500Wh battery that’s integrated into the down tube, the Standard Range Multipath has a travel distance of 80 kilometers in Eco mode, 65 kilometers in Predict mode and 65 kilometers in Turbo mode, while the Long Range model with its 650Wh battery can extend travel to 105 kilometers in Eco mode and 85 kilometers in either Predict or Turbo mode.
Elsewhere, a handlebar mounted display allows the rider to adjust the assistance level when in manual mode, as well as operate the Busch + Müller integrated front and rear lights, while data such as speed, battery percentage and assist levels are also displayed. Also, there are three buttons on the remote control that can alter the assistance and transmission settings when switching from manual to automatic, while throttle engagement can also be adjusted to walk assist or boost mode.
Additionally, safety features on the Mulitpath include a GPS tracker, available through the Ultima Mobility app, and the Neutral gear setting that locks the crankset when the bike is stationary.
Thanks to three different fork options, the Multipath can be configured into everything from a cargo bike to a gravel bike, while stopping power comes courtesy of dual-piston Magura brakes, along with upgraded models from Hope.
Depending on the build, Ultima Mobility says the Multipath weighs in between 20 to 25kg, an impressive feat for an urban cruiser, with pricing for Standard and Long Range models starting at €3,449 and €3,699, respectively.
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