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Zeitgeist City (2016) battery

The Zeitgeist City runs on a 48V 8.7Ah (418 Wh) battery rated for up to 35 miles.

48 Vnominal voltage
418 Whbattery capacity
35 mimax range
8replacement packs listed

Battery specifications

Nominal voltage
48 V
Capacity
8.7 Ah
Energy
418 Wh
Battery brand / cells
Samsung, Protanium
Chemistry and layout
Lithium-ion
Battery weight
5 lb
Charge time
6 hours
Estimated range
20–35 miles
Motor
Bafang, Rear-Mounted Geared Hub, 500W nominal
Class
Speed Pedelec (Class 3)
Launch price
$7,999

Efficiency at max range: about 11.9 Wh per mile.

Packs with matching voltage and capacity

Packs at 48V with at least 376 Wh

Other Zeitgeist batteries

More Zeitgeist models
ModelYearBatteryCapacity
Cargo201636V 10.4Ah374 Wh

Frequently asked questions

What battery does the Zeitgeist City use?

The Zeitgeist City (2016) uses a 48V 8.7Ah, 418 Wh battery from Samsung, Protanium (Lithium-ion).

How far can the Zeitgeist City go on one charge?

Estimated range is 20 to 35 miles depending on assist level, rider weight, terrain and temperature.

Can I use a bigger battery on the Zeitgeist City?

A higher amp-hour pack at the same 48V voltage adds range, as long as it fits the mount and connector. Do not use a higher-voltage pack unless the controller is rated for it.