Pedelec with a distinctive frame and many parts from Europe
With the Delta C, the Dutch e-bike startup Mokumono has presented a relatively light pedelec with a striking monocoque frame, the majority of which come from Europe.
After the Delta S, which weighs 16 kilograms, the Delta C is now the second model from the Dutch startup, which was developed by twin brothers Bob and Tom Schiller. The company’s goal: to build an e-bike whose parts come 100 percent from Europe. In Delta C, the proportion of European components should be 65 percent. The proportion is much lower for the models of the competitors.
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Mokumono Delta C: Pedelec with a distinctive frame weighs 18 kilograms
According to the manufacturer, the e-bike weighs 18 kilograms and is therefore about as heavy as the Vanmoof S3 (test) or the Cowboy 3 (test). It is not as light as Gogoro’s minimalist Eeyo 1 pedelec, which at twelve kilograms is one of the lightweights. On the other hand, the Delta C is more of a bike for commuters. The luggage rack can take a load of 16 kilograms. Luggage bags can also be attached, which unfortunately is not the case with every e-bike.
The Delta C’s 250 watt motor with 50 Newton meters is located in the rear hub, the 250 watt hour battery is stuck in the frame and cannot be removed. Therefore, for some who live on the fourth floor of an apartment building, it might be out of the shortlist. According to the company, the battery has a range of 60 kilometers and should be fully charged within less than two hours.
The Mokumono Delta C comes with a high quality Brooks saddle. (Photo: Mokumono)
The manufacturer attaches great importance to high-quality components: For example, there is a Brooks Cambium C67 saddle on the seat post and handles from the same manufacturer that were specially developed for the e-bike are on the handlebars. The equipment also includes hydraulic disc brakes from Formula Cura, Supernova lighting and wide Continental Contact Urban tires on 27.5-inch rims.
For the drive, Mokumono relies on a belt drive from Gates, which is also installed in the Cowboy 3 and Harley Davidson’s Serial1 (test). The Thun-X-Cell-3.0 torque sensor housed in the bottom bracket should provide a “balanced level of pedal support”.
Mokumono Delta C comes with a smartphone app
The startup has also developed a smartphone app for the e-bike that offers insights into the battery level, the performance mode and route navigation. For an optional surcharge of 149 euros, the manufacturer provides active GPS tracking: Using the app, it is then possible to locate or lock the bike at any time and receive a notification when the bike is moved.
The Delta C-Bike costs 3,090 euros and can be ordered directly from the manufacturer’s online shop. When ordering, you can choose between two different frame sizes (S / M and M / L) – the small version S / M is suitable for people under 1.80 meters, the larger frame for cyclists: inside above.
Not all components come from Europe yet: the manufacturer has broken down the origin of the Delta C components. (Image: Mokumono)
The wheel is available in metallic black or one of over 60 individual color options, which, however, add up to an additional 250 euros.
If technical problems should arise, the manufacturer offers customer service through “Get Bike Service” throughout Germany. Test rides can be arranged at the self-proclaimed “Airbnb for Bicycles” List-n-ride at the locations in Berlin, Hamburg and Munich, according to the manufacturer.
Fun fact: The company name Mokumono is composed of the local term for Amsterdam “Mokum” and its “Mono” coque frame. The latter is created by pressing aluminum layers into shape, which are welded together with a 3D laser welding robot.
