I can honestly say I fell in love with this Dutch-style step-through, Juicy Classic Click. I’m used to riding road bikes, so when I first rode it, I loved the sit-up riding position that lets you enjoy the view. With a start assist twist throttle, it’s perfect for setting-off from junctions when you need it most – the pedal assist is smooth and follows your lead, so it feels like you’re riding an ordinary bike. The base model comes with a 10Ah battery that’s good for 30 miles but 40, 50 or even 60 mile batteries are also available.
The bike I tested had the 14Ah (50) battery in it, which I found very powerful. It pulled away nicely from junctions and quickly got me up to 15mph. Juicy Classic Click has six gears and five levels of assist with this battery but I hardly needed to change out of sixth gear, since the rear wheel hub and the power from the battery were enough to get me going, using the twist throttle to set-off.
It pulled nicely up hills and again I hardly needed to change gear as the motor did the work. Over the two week test period (including a 13-mile ride) I only had to charge the battery once. You can get various accessories from Juicy Classic Click, including a front wicker basket (which comes in two sizes) and some canvas double panniers (£65) which fix easily to the rear rack, providing ample space for all sorts of stuff.
They really are strong and roomy (40 litres capacity each) and come with a weatherproof cover. Made from tan waterproofed canvas, they not only look fantastic, but lend a touch of rugged style too. We went on a weekend family bike ride and it was great to be able to take a few snacks and things with us as well as having room for jackets just in case – the weather couldn’t decide what it wanted to do.
Sitting a top its comfy gel seat, the Juicy Classic Click is a real pleasure to ride. It’s nippy and the upright way you’re seated means you’re well placed to enjoy that feeling of speed. In fact, it’s an absolute blast as you whizz along on the chunky Kenda puncture-resistant tyres. It certainly doesn’t hurt that this is one cool and retro looking machine either, although the illusion that you’re riding a pure bicycle is dispelled by the motor, which whines a bit when you’re getting up to speed.
The front and rear disc brakes do a good job of pulling you up sharply when you yank on the levers and the digital display – showing you battery power remaining, level of assistance being used, current speed and distance travelled – was clear and easy to read.
Also worth mentioning is the tip-up saddle, which makes it easy to remove the battery if you want to recharge it indoors. The only part of me that ached after each ride was my face due to the ear-to-ear grin.
Juicy Classic Click Specifications and Price
MOTOR : 250W 36v, brushless DC motor
BATTERY (MILES) :
- 10Ah (30)
- 12Ah (40)
- 14Ah (50)
- 16Ah (60)
GEARS : 6-speed Shimano Derailleur
WEIGHT : 24.5kg (with standard 10Ah battery)
CONTROLS : On/off as you ride, plus 3 levels of power assist and a start assist throttle
BRAKES : Front and rear disc brakes
WHEELS/TYRES : 26in Kenda puncture resistant tyres and uncrushable polycarbonate mudguards
OTHER FEATURES : Optional front suspension forks, quick adjust handlebar stem, disc brakes upgradeable to hydraulic, light alloy frame, free rack included, front/rear LED lights.
PRICE : £985
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