Electra Amsterdam Royal 8i Bicycle Review

PRICE $1200 USD

FIND IT AT electrabike.com

AVAILABLE in Canada and US bike stores and online

The Electra Amsterdam Royal 8i is an upright bike with a Shimano Nexus 8-speed internal-gear hub and roller brakes. Included are a leather saddle with steel springs, matching leather grips, front/ rear lights powered by a Shimano Nexus dynamo front hub, rear rack, chainguard, rear wheel lock, and a coat/ skirt guard.

TELL YOUR FRIENDS

The Amsterdam 8i definitely has the cool factor. I often found myself wanting to take this bike out just to be seen. It’s a great way to turn heads on sunny days along the seawall. The dynamo light certainly helped on more than one occasion when meeting friends in the evenings.

WISH LIST

While aesthetically pleasing, I did find the saddle to get a little uncomfortable on extended outings. Even with springs for support, saddle discomfort become noticeable after about 40 minutes especially on bumpy routes.

IDEAL RIDER

If you like to roll in style, and aren’t in a hurry then this is the bicycle for you.

OVERALL

A quality bike built from quality components. The Amsterdam 8i is definitely designed for leisure rather than speed or maneuverability. This goal is very much realized; the bike is a pleasure to ride.

Reece Griffin is a senior software professional. He commutes to work along one of Vancouver’s many cycle lanes, enjoys pleasure cruises on the seawall, and meeting friends and family at social gatherings on his bike. reecegriffin.com