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Nitecore BP-SCL4 Charger for Leica SL / Q2

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NITECORE ULSL Features

• Front side single bay battery charger
• Compatible with Leica BP-SCL4 batteries
• Real-time information on battery voltage, charging current, battery temperature, battery level and other parameters
• Monitors battery status and displays battery health
• Reverse polarity protection and anti-short circuit protection
• Automatic adoption for the optimal charging modes between CC and CV
• Automatic termination upon charging completion
• Activates over-discharged batteries with protective circuits
• Compatible with power banks and solar panels
• Made from durable and fire retardant PC and ABS (V0) materials
• Optimal heat dissipation design

Nitecore ULSL Travel Charger

Introducing the Nitecore ULSL USB Travel Charger designed to recharge Leica BP-SCL4 batteries. This lightweight and compact battery charger features a built-in USB charging input that stows away in a designated secure trough to save space and prevent damage. A brightly lit LCD display reports key battery information including battery type, capacity, voltage, charging status and health. The ULSL offers smart charging management to automatically apply the correct charging current, prevent overcharging and protect against improperly inserted batteries. Compatible with many solar panels and power banks, the ULSL is a versatile charger for at home and on-the-go.

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Nitecore ULSL Leica Digital USB Battery Charger 6952506491834

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Nitecore ULSL Leica Digital USB Battery Charger has been discontinued by Nitecore and is no longer available. Our product experts have helped us select these available replacements below.You can also explore other items in the Accessories , Digital Camera Accessories yourself to try and find the perfect replacement for you!

Product Info for Nitecore ULSL Leica Digital USB Battery Charger

A brightly lit LCD display reports key battery information including battery type, capacity, voltage, charging status and health. The ULSL offers smart charging management to automatically apply the correct charging current, prevent overcharging and protect against improperly inserted batteries. Compatible with many solar panels and power banks, the ULSL is a versatile charger for at home and on-the-go.

Features of Nitecore ULSL Leica Digital USB Battery Charger

• Front side single bay battery charger
• Compatible with Leica BP-SCL4 batteries
• Real-time information on battery voltage, charging current, battery temperature, battery level and other parameters
• Monitors battery status and displays battery health
• Reverse polarity protection and anti-short circuit protection
• Automatic adoption for the optimal charging modes between CC and CV
• Automatic termination upon charging completion
• Activates over-discharged batteries with protective circuits
• Compatible with power banks and solar panels
• Made from durable and fire retardant PC and ABS (V0) materials
• Optimal heat dissipation design

Package Contents:

• Nitecore ULSL Leica Digital USB Battery Charger
• Includes NITECORE ULSLcharger
• Instruction manual
• Warranty card

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Nitecore USB Travel Charger for Leica BP-SCL4

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• Automatic attempt to recover over discharged battery caused by improper storage or misuse. (only available for batteries with protection board.)
• Compact and light weight, smaller and lighter than the original Leica charger.

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Nitecore ULSL Digital USB Travel Battery Charger for Leica BP-SCL4 Camera Batteries

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Introducing the Nitecore ULSL USB Travel Charger designed to recharge Leica BP-SCL4 batteries. This lightweight and compact battery charger features a built-in USB charging input that stows away in a designated secure trough to save space and prevent damage.

A brightly lit LCD display reports key battery information including battery type, capacity, voltage, charging status, and health. The ULSL offers smart charging management to automatically apply the correct charging current, prevent overcharging, and protect against improperly inserted batteries. Compatible with many solar panels and power banks, the ULSL is a versatile charger for at home and on the go.

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• 8.4V, 1000mA maximum output while accepting 5V / 2A input through USB cable
• LCD panel can display battery status, charge levels, temperature, charged volume, voltage, and current
• Rugged PC and ABS construction, fire retardant materials that can survive outdoor environments
• Compact and lightweight at only 55.8 g and 8.48 cm on its longest side
• Low current test at power-up can diagnose and display battery status, indicating if your model needs to be replaced
• Reverse polarity and anti-short-circuit protection, stops use if it detects an incorrect model or shorted cell
• Attempts recovery of over-discharged protected batteries
• Trough in the back for storing USB cable when not in use
• GTIN - 6952506491834
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Leica BP-SCL4 Batteries and Nitecore Charger

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I have a Leica SL2-S and three new BP-SCL4 batteries. These are the batteries used for the Q2 , SL, SL2, and SL2-S cameras. The camera came with the Leica charger, but I also purchased a new Nitecore ULSL USB Charger for travel. 

I might be having having a problem with the Nitecore ULSL charger.  I have used this very same charger in the past and it was able to successfully charge the Leica BP-SCL4 batteries right out of the box.

When I try to charge the batteries (it happens with all three) I just get the five bars flashing on the display several times, followed by an “EE   EE”

I looked this up in the Nitecore manual, and it states:

Reverse Polarity and Anti-Short Circuit Protection

The ULSL uses mechanical reverse polarity protection. Inserting incompatible batteries or incorrectly installing batteries will prevent the initiation of the charging process. The error message “EE EE” will come upon the LCD display when a short-circuited battery is installed. Note:  When the display shows the error message “EE EE”, please put the battery into the original battery charger for 30 minutes to activate it. If it is still unable to get charged after this, please replace the battery.

  I tried charging the Leica BP-SCL4 battery for 1-hour in the Leica OEM charger (like the manual suggested) and then tried it again in the Nitecore charger and the same thing happens.

 These batteries have a 2022 manufacture date. Do they have some sort of chip of protection to prohibit the use of third-party chargers or is the Nitecore charger defective?

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1 hour ago, bherman01545 said: Do they have some sort of chip of protection to prohibit the use of third-party chargers

if true, its unfortunate that Leica would do something like this

unless they really want people to use only the original batteries and original chargers.

perhaps they have encountered cameras sent in for repairs with motherboard or other problems linked to batteries or something

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If the battery charges on the original charger then it cannot be a battery problem but a problem with the Nitecore charger. 

I have the same batteries and have been charging them for four years using the relevant Nitecore charger.

No problems for at least a dozen cycles for each battery.

Have you checked to see that the USB power to the Nitecore is sufficient? 20W should do it.

9 minutes ago, AZN said: Have you checked to see that the USB power to the Nitecore is sufficient?

Same. Barging block that I’ve always used. In the past, I’ve been able to use the Apple, Tether Tools AC/DC charging block of USB port from my computer. I’ve also used a Nitecore charging adapter. Still same issue. The charger isn’t the issue.

I’ve never encountered this issue before. That’s why I’m thinking that either Leica may have chipped the batteries or the charger is defective. My batteries are dated 2022.

15 minutes ago, bherman01545 said: Same. Barging block that I’ve always used. In the past, I’ve been able to use the Apple, Tether Tools AC/DC charging block of USB port from my computer. I’ve also used a Nitecore charging adapter. Still same issue. The charger isn’t the issue. I’ve never encountered this issue before. That’s why I’m thinking that either Leica may have chipped the batteries or the charger is defective. My batteries are dated 2022. Thanks -Brad

the older batteries didnt have dates, just a code if i remember correctly..so now they started adding dates?

The date code that I’m referring to is on the outer battery box 

4 hours ago, bherman01545 said: Do they have some sort of chip of protection to prohibit the use of third-party chargers or is the Nitecore charger defective?

The protection chip is unnlikely, considering you can just grab your smartphone, tablet or laptop charger and charge the SL2 battery via the USB-C port.

I had the Nitecore for a few days and used it no problem with multiple batteries. Maybe yours is defective?

Perhaps. All batteries (for of them) work with the Leica BC-SCL4 Leica charger, but none work with the Nitecore charger. Strange??

My money is must be a fault with the charger, I actually just finished charging 2 batteries with the Nitecore charger a little while ago--never have had an issue with it. As long as enough juice is going to the charger it should work.

+1 no issues at all with the Nitecore charger for SL2 & SL2-S batteries.

Ordering another Nitecore ULSL charger. Will let you all know the outcome.

Thanks for all your feedback!

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On 10/1/2022 at 10:26 PM, bherman01545 said: Ordering another Nitecore ULSL charger. Will let you all know the outcome. Thanks for all your feedback! -Brad

Hey Brad! interested to know what the outcome was?!

On 10/1/2022 at 9:14 AM, michali said: +1 no issues at all with the Nitecore charger for SL2 & SL2-S batteries.

8 hours ago, NickyB said: Hey Brad! interested to know what the outcome was?!

The charger was defective, but since it bought it from a dealer in HK, (along with other Leica lenses) Nitecore USA wouldn't honor the warranty. I took pictures of the issue and the HK dealer refunded me the cost of the charger.

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For what it's worth.. I'm very hesitant to use off brand chargers these days. I had a USB powered one back in my canon years, and it degraded the batteries fairly significantly. Be wary. (I haven't tried the Nitecores, but for $280 a pop for batteries, I just buy more of them so I don't have to charge out in the field.. worst case I'll use a powerbank plugged into the SL2 and charge via usb)

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On 3/19/2023 at 8:14 PM, Kristofferpaulsen said: For what it's worth.. I'm very hesitant to use off brand chargers these days. I had a USB powered one back in my canon years, and it degraded the batteries fairly significantly. Be wary. (I haven't tried the Nitecores, but for $280 a pop for batteries, I just buy more of them so I don't have to charge out in the field.. worst case I'll use a powerbank plugged into the SL2 and charge via usb)

I have used the nitecore on both SL2 batteries and M10 batteries.  The benefit was two small chargers which I used with an Apple plug (that doubled to charge my iPhone).  For traveling it is great.  The one drawback is that a new battery must be first fully charged with a leica charger or it shows an error.  Otherwise, I have had good success and I have some SL batteries from 2018 still charging well on the nitecore.  I like that it gives some level of health.

The problem seems to be hit or miss on the chargers.  Mine work, so I’ve kept them…

On 3/22/2023 at 9:26 PM, davidmknoble said: I have used the nitecore on both SL2 batteries and M10 batteries.  The benefit was two small chargers which I used with an Apple plug (that doubled to charge my iPhone).  For traveling it is great.  The one drawback is that a new battery must be first fully charged with a leica charger or it shows an error.  Otherwise, I have had good success and I have some SL batteries from 2018 still charging well on the nitecore.  I like that it gives some level of health. The problem seems to be hit or miss on the chargers.  Mine work, so I’ve kept them…

that's great to hear.. thank you!! they do look like an attractive option

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if anyone's interested in my OTT mobile charging solution.. I recently bought an Ecoflow River Pro, which I leave charging in my car, and I have a leica charger going while I travel around. Works great. (obviously a teensy bit bigger than the option we're talking about here..)

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I serviced one of these for a customer last Summer and had to take it for a short test ride.  I was impressed with the way the small motor effortlessly handled the steep Cornish hills. The beefy 29er tyres handled the potholes and bumps of the back lanes with ease.

I had previously ridden the Milano model and there are a lot of obvious similarities. The Milano is made with the daily commuter in mind, whereas the Moscow is geared more toward the recreational rider, who will be venturing off-road more often. If I had to choose between the two, I would go for the Moscow, simply because it has that ‘go anywhere’ feel, and if you decided to use it as an everyday commuter bike, there are provisions to fit mudguards and a rack.

As with all the other NCM bikes I have reviewed, I rate this bike. It has to be the best-value electric mountain bike on the market at the moment.

The great thing about this bike is that the build quality is excellent. It feels very rugged and durable, although I would err on the side of caution when taking it off the beaten track. It is not a high-end mountain bike and isn’t designed to take the rigours of extreme downhill riding. The suspension forks are fine for rough surfaces and a few small potholes, but nothing too harsh like rocks and logs.

If you are in the market for an affordable off-road e-bike, then this ticks all the right boxes.

If you are looking for a more commuter-orientated bike check out my review of the Milano . If your budget doesn’t quite stretch to the NMC Moscow, It would be worth looking at the NCM Prague Electric Mountain Bik e .

Meet Tony, a passionate e-bike advocate and enthusiast who discovered the life-changing benefits of electric bikes back in 2016. Tony’s technical experience within the e-bike field was gained while running a successful electric bike conversion business for 5 years in his home county of Cornwall, UK.

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Vrai 1er test aujourd’hui du NCM Moscow 48v 13 Ah 26″ 1ere génération : Ballade prévue avec un copain : 55 km et 1000 de dénivelé, jusqu’au col de l’oeillon (massif du pilat – Loire) sur petites routes et chemin. Déjà fait avec VAE à 1000 eur et sa batterie de 500 W pour comparer. La batterie m’avait ramené alors pile à la maison, mais tout juste vidée (donc 55 km et 1000 m). Malheureusement, aujourd’hui, la batterie de mon tout beau tout neuf NCM moscow 1ere génération m’a laché au bout de 32 km, 500 m avant le col. J’ai fait le retour au molet (heureusemnt 90% de descente au retour). Donc 6 barres de batterie au départ, 5 au bout de 12 km, 4 à 20 km, 3, puis 2 barres en qq km seulement. Les 2 barres restantes ont tenus les 5 derniers km. Pour moi, pas normal du tout. Je pèse 65 kgs et j’ai sollicité modérément l’assistance : essentiellement vitesse 2 et 3 dans les cotes. J’ai sollicité le sav Decathlon aujourd’hui et j’attends sa réponse. Donc difficile de noter ce vélo en l’état des choses, car par ailleurs, il possède qq atouts : solidité apparente, confort (j’ai qd meme mis une selle confort), prix, look, poignée confort, béquille et sonnette rigolote (mais ça, c’est pas cher à rajouter), mais aussi qq défauts : poids lourds 27 kgs, dérailleurs avt et arrière déréglés (pas si grave), disque avt très légèrement voilé (frotement), grincement du frein avant (sur 10 kms de descente, ça saoule), pneu ultra fin. J’ai eu le bonheur de créver à l’arrière (pas de pot qd même !), réparation sans pb, mais j’ai alors constaté la finesse de l’épaisseur du caoutchouc des pneus. Une simple epine l’avait traversé. Mais bon, il semblerait que c’est de la bonne marque. Il manque réellement sur le web de vrai test sur la durée, en particulier sur l’autonomie réelle d’un VAE. Pour moi, sauf si le sav me confirme qu’il y a problème et remplace ma batterie, je ne recommande pas ce VAE pour de la rando de 50 Km, au risque de rentrer avec les mollets, sauf si plat.

Merci de partager vos expériences avec le NCM de Moscou, très apprécié.

Hello, Je rentre de ma 1ere vraie sortie avec le NCM Moscow 1ere génération (blanc 26″, 48V 13 Ah). 55 km – 1000 m de dénivelé – Mon poids plume : 65 Kgs – Niveau d’assistance utilisé : modéré. Points – : – Niveau de batterie peu fiable. 1 barre en moins au bout de 15 km – 2eme barre à 20 km – 3 et 4 eme barre entre 25 et 30 km (!) – Les 2 dernières barres sont tombés ensemble à 32 km, en haut du sommet. J’ai fait le retour sans batterie, et c’est dur. J’ai signalé à Decathlon, qui j’espère fera le nécessaire auprès de Leon Cycles. – Tous les réglages sont à reprendre : freins, dérailleurs. Mais bon, ça, c’est rien. – 1ère sortie, 1 ére crevaison, à l’arrière. J’ai pu réparer sans problème sans démonter la roue. Juste sortir la chambre à air roue montée et repérer le trou. Mais ça m’a donné l’occasion de constater que les pneus sont ultra fins (pourtant vtt). Une simple petite épine à traverser le pneu. On va dire pas de chance.

Points + : le confort est là. je mets pour le moment 3/10 pour la fiabilité. Si une nouvelle batterie règle le problème, j’aurai tendance à noter 7/10. A voir dans le temps.

Hello, I have just purchased the NCM Moscow 26″ 1st generation. I am desperately looking for a rack that fits. Do you have a reference? Thank you in advance for your help.

Bonjour, je viens d’acheter le NCM Moscow 26″ 1erer génération. Je cherche désespérément un porte bagage qui s’adapte. avez vous une référence ? Merci à l’avance pour votre aide.

I’ve seen the Topeak MTX Beam rack fitted to the Moscow. It clamps on to the seat post and is a good quality rack.

Regards, Tony

Je réponds à moi meme pour ceux que ça interesserait : j’ai pu adapter mon porte bagage, en rajoutant des entretoises de 15 mm au niveau des vis coté moyeu arrière.

BOnjour, Je pense sauter le pas et acheter le moscow, bien qu’il ne reste plus en ce moment que le 26″. Souhaitant investir dans une tige de selle telescopique, pouvez vous me donner le diametre de la tige de selle svp ? merci d’avance

Le NCM Moscou a une tige de selle de 30,9 mm. La meilleure tige de selle à suspension est la Suntour SP-12 NCX .

Salutations, Tony

I got my Moscow Plus last September and yesterday took it out for my 20th weekly ride from San Francisco across the bridge into the Marin Headlands, usually just over a 33 mile ride. I’m 71 and it is a work out but I don’t ride to work out. I ride to get out into nature. The seat crumbed under me within two months of getting it but some duct take fixed it perfectly. The fixture that has the key slot to use to fit in the battery came loose when I had a flat tire fixed but aside from being loose when the battery is not in it, still works perfectly. The tires handle the sharp rocks on some of the trails. The gas throttle, the bike’s gas pump, is dangerous at first. I learned to turn off the power before taking the bike down stair ramps and before wheeling it into my basement. The bike jumps out of your hands if you touch that throttle while your standing on the ground. Had a bad accident last November on a steep incline when I grabbed the handlebar to stop the bike sliding away under me and it shot off when I accidentally touched the throttle. Me, the bike and my iPad all fell and shattered in different directions. The rear derailleur was jammed into the back wheel so the wheels wouldn’t turn and I didn’t have a tool on me miles away from civilization. But 10 minutes later another cyclist with a mini tool saved the day. So carry that sack of tools they send to assemble the bike when you ride it. You never know when you’ll need them. Sharp turns are almost impossible for me on this bike but wow I love it!!! I can cycle up and down trails till the cows come home. Trails I never could cycle up before. Love that! A super great buy and I’m so glad I got it. And they had super great customer service to help me learn how to use the charger. Did I mention I’d never used an ebike before?

Hi Charlie,

Thanks for sharing your experiences, glad you’re out there enjoying your bike👍

All the best, Tony

Bought my new Moscow bike from Amazon but not long before I had problems with coffee grinder noise and serious vibration, found the cable from the controller to the back wheel had been routed too close to the drive sprocket and had chafed through causing broken wires and short circuits. Leon cycles Germany took the wheel back, but no better, a new controller followed, no better, they then told me I needed a new back wheel and motor, or a rebuilt motor, but due to Brexit they could not help any more. I now have a bike which will run perfectly when running but can take 20+ attempts to get started without grating and vibrating. Can anybody help?

I know this is an old review but I thought I’d ask my question anyway. If it get a reply, good; if not, that’s OK too. I bought a Moscow Plus late in 2020. It’s worked out very well for me. Now that I’ve owned it for a while and gotten the feel of it I’ve worked my riding stamina up to where I’m ready to ride farther and farther out. I love to fish so at some point I hope to make the trek to my nearest trout fishing stream which is approximately 30 or so miles one way. The terrain to get there is generally flat ground with one long stretch of about a mile and a half being a good downhill grade.

For an earth-bound bike rider that’s as close to flying as I’m ever going to get but, I temper that with the knowledge that on the way back I’ll have to hump it a bit to get back up that hill.

All of that to ask; Has anyone that you know of ever ridden their Moscow Plus starting with a full charge, on battery power alone to see exactly how far it would take them on generally flat terrain?

I plan on purchasing a spare OEM battery latter on this year so I won’t be able to do this battery endurance test until I have that spare battery to get me back home. In the mean time I just though I’d ask if anyone has already done this type of test. I could save me the trouble of doing it myself.

Thanks. Tim M.

Buying a new battery, if you can find one is £500.00 plus a bit, so if I were you I would stay close to home and do circuits for for a couple of hours at a time until the battery runs out of power, then walk back home using the walk mode ( there should be enough left in the battery to do that).

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• A cross country style hard-tail e-mountain bike with 80mm suspension fork, knobby trail tires, and sturdy alloy pedals, includes a trigger throttle up to 20mph
• Lots of adjustability with the display panel, including speed, the 12-magnet cadence sensor is very responsive, motor inhibitor of one of the leverss, large 180mm mechanical brake in the front with a 160mm in the rear
• Sloping top tube makes the bike easier to mount and stand over, rear rack provisions and bottle cage bosses add utility, also has provisions for fenders, so you could really make this quite the commuter
• Mechanical brakes rather than hydraulic, the kickstand works decently well but can block the left crank arm when down, 2amp charing is slow for the high capacity battery, some wires stand out vs. being completely internal

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NCM is a new company to me, but they are using reliable and proven systems in their ebikes, so in someway, there is a nice familiarity to it. Today we are checking out their value priced ebike, the Moscow. This is not to be confused with the Moscow Plus which is an upgraded version we will be covering in another review soon. So the Moscow is an aluminum alloy frame hard-tail ebike that comes in 2 sizes. Each size also has tire options as well, so basically there is a 19” frame and a 20.5” frame and you can choose either 27.5” tires, or 29” tires. Today we have the 19” frame with the 27.5” Schwalbe Smart Sam nobby tires. Overall the bike weighs about 57.5lbs, and costs $1,499 USD and $1,899 in CAD. As I mentioned before, it is a bit of a hard-tail setup, so you do get this nice SR SunTour XCT spring suspension fork. It has 80mm of travel, 28mm stanchions, and includes compression adjust, lockout, and preload adjust. Pretty standard hub spacing in the front, 100mm, and there is a 9mm quick release skewer in the front, but none in the back since this is a hub-drive. I am told that it has a maximum weight capacity of 275.5lbs, which is higher than standard. This might come in handy since the bike does have bottle cage bosses, rack bosses, and even fender provisions, so you could really load it up with accessories and it should handle it very well. I like that there is a adjustable length kickstand included, but it is center mounted. That means that you could have the pedals strike the kickstand when down and reversing, an annoying occurrence sometimes referred to as ‘pedal-lock’. The seat post here is a rigid post, which is normal, but since it is 30.9mm, you could swap that out with a nice suspension seat post to get some more cushion on top of that front suspension fork. Other features include ergonomic Velo grips, Wellgo aluminum alloy platform pedals, and one of my favorites, a slap guard that will protect the bike frame and paint from getting nicked by the chain and scratching the paint.

Driving the Moscow is a 500 watt nominally rated planetary geared hub motor. I love that it is fairly compact given the high power output. Power wise, it can deliver up to 80nm of torque, which is quite high, but it cannot leverage gears the way that a mid-drive could. The upside is that the motor always feels zippy, it doesn’t matter which of the gear combinations you are pedaling with. And, the motor can deliver instant power with the minimalist throttle. Hub motors are a great fit for hardtail mount bikes because there is no rear suspension to interfere with. As you shift gears, there won’t be increased mashing or forces applied to the drivetrain because the motor operates completely independently of the chain and sprockets. You could lose the chain, and the motor would still operate and keep the bike going with pedal assist (because it uses a cadence sensor), or the throttle. Of course, this motor will use more power if you’re constantly starting with the throttle, but that’s a worthwhile trade for someone like myself, who has a knee injury. I love being able to override assist with the throttle at any time. I love that the throttle is easily disabled by removing a cable in case you need to make the bike legal for other trails or local laws. Mechanically, you have 3 rings in the front (48,28, and 28), but sadly, there is no chain cover to protect your clothing. In the rear you have a more basic 14-28 tooth setup, so really not the largest range. All in all, it is a Shimano Altus system, and you also get 7 speeds, trigger shifters, and a display window that tells you what gear you are in. There is a derailleur guard here to, something I love since it protects the derailleur during shipping, or if the bike takes a spill some day. Stopping the Moscow is a set of mechanical disc brake rotors with 180mm in the front and 160mm in the rear. Mechanical brakes are great for maintenance and easy adjustability, however, they do lack the immediate stopping power that hydraulic brakes have like the ones found in the Plus version. Interestingly enough, there is a motor inhibitor, but just one on the left brake. Typically, you see them in both brakes, again, a feature found on the Plus version, but I am still glad it is here as it helps cut power to the motor when stopping.

Powering the NCM Moscow is a high capacity Lithium-ion battery pack, offering 48 volts and 13 amp hours of capacity! I’d call 500 watt hours average for the season, but this pack offers 624 watt hours, and that means you can go further or ride at higher speeds. It looks like between this and the Plus version, there are 2 battery options, so you could get an even larger 16ah. I love that they use an external controller, this allows a lower cost for replacement batteries. Where as some companies are $800-$1000 range for a new battery, this keeps the NCM battery cost to around $500. Note that whenever you’re operating around or above 20 mph, air resistance is going to cause exponential energy draw and range will be decreased. This pack delivers electricity to the motor, but also the backlit display panel (hold the + icon to turn on backlighting), and even a full sized USB charging port on the top right side. You could use this port to maintain phones, GPS, or music devices as you ride or when parked at home or a camp site. My friends recently took a bikepacking trip using another electric bike, and this sort of charging-on-the-go feature would be really handy. If you’re excited to charge while riding, I recommend using a right-angle USB adapter, an inexpensive accessory you can find on Amazon, just to keep the wires tucked in and out of the way while you pedal. The battery pack weighs more than average at 9.2 lbs, but the alloy casing is sturdy and most of the weight is kept low and center on the bike frame. I took the pack off when moving the bike to our review location, to reduce load on my car rack. If you live up stairs, removing the battery is a great idea, and for those who need to leave the bike in a cold, hot, or wet locations… being able to protect and charge the battery inside is a great thing. It’s best to maintain the pack above 20% and avoid extreme temperatures. It’s going to take a bit longer to fill this battery because of the higher capacity, and the charger is more basic, offering 2 amp output vs. 3 amp or 4 amp. So expect 6 to 7 hours for a fill recharge if you go all the way down to zero. One quick warning about charging the battery while mounted to the bike, be careful with the left crank arm because it passes directly in front of the plug port on the left and could bend or snag the charging plug and cable.

Operating this electric bicycle is very straightforward, but the cockpit handlebar area is a bit more crowded. This is because there are two trigger shifter units (one on the left for the front derailleur, and one on the right for the rear derailleur). You’ve also got the hydraulic brake lines and motor inhibitors connected to each lever. You’ve got the display panel cable, and finally, the trigger throttle cable. Considering everything that’s going on up there, the bike actually looks pretty good. Not all of the cables are internally routed through the frame, but the upside is that servicing the bike will be a little bit easier for you or the local shop. Anyway, when you’ve charged and mounted the battery, simply press the M button on the control pad for a couple of seconds to boot up the computer unit and get the LCD online. All of the standard readouts are listed including current speed, average speed, assist level (1-5), and battery charge level. The cool thing is, the battery infographic is a bit more precise here, showing six bars vs. just five on many other units. Das-Kit makes nice stuff, and while this display is not removable and doesn’t swivel very easily, the screen is large and easy to read. You can change the units from miles to kilometers and back by going into that setting mens (hold + and -) and these are the same keys that raise or lower the pedal assist level. At any time when the bike is on, the throttle will be active… even in level zero. I personally enjoy this configuration, but it does make it easier for accidental starts when mounting and dismounting the bike. Approach carefully, consider turning the bike on once you are already seated, and turn it off before dismounting. The display unit incorporates the control pad buttons, simplifying things, and they were moderately easy to reach. All in all, very straight forward and streamlined.

In conclusion, the Moscow was a lot of fun, and as mentioned earlier, is using a lot of nice proven technology that has kept many happy. This is a value priced ebike, so there will be some tradeoffs to consider, so I should make mention of those now… For one, the kickstand is center mounted, so if the kickstand is down and you are reversing the bike, you will encounter pedal lock. I noticed that there is no chain ring cover or guard, so be careful when pedaling with clothing like pants or a dress. The charger is just 2amps, this means charging happens slowly, so matched with that high capacity battery, it could take quite some time. Probably the biggest tradeoff is the mechanical disc brakes with a motor inhibitor only on the left side. However, if you opt for the Plus version of this bike, you will get more responsive hydraulic disc brakes, with both the front and back having motor inhibitors. Tradeoffs aside, it is a very well put together bike with a lot of what we have come to know and love about ebikes, and at a price of just $1,499 in the US, will appeal to many customers. I want to thank NCM for the chance to check out the Moscow, and I look forward to reviewing more bikes from this new company.

As always, I welcome questions and feedback in the comment section below. Whether you own a previous version of the bike, have taken a test ride, or are brand new to the space, my goal is to provide an objective and honest resource. You can also join the Other Brands ebike forums and share your own photos, videos, and review updates to help others! Have fun out there, and ride safe :)

• The Moscow blends off-road geometry, suspension, and tires with urban utility because you can add fenders and a rear rack, there are also bottle cage bosses on the top as well
• There are 21 gear combinations to explore here, and that empowers you to climb easier or hit and maintain the top assisted speed, I really appreciate the slap guard on the right chain stay and the steel derailleur guard at the rear which also protects the motor power cable (especially when the bike is being shipped)
• The 500 watt Das-Kit motor is powerful and zippy but completely independent from the the pedal drivetrain, it’s a good choice for a bike with so many gears vs. a mid-motor, it also allows for instant throttle power regardless of which gear you’re in
• One of the advantages of having a front derailleur is that it keeps the chain from bouncing off track, it does usually add more weight and maintenance to the bike however, and if you’re using either of the two smaller chainrings the larger 48 tooth one can snag your pant leg because there is no bash guard plate
• Good weight distribution, the battery is positioned low and center on the frame, it seems well protected and blends in pretty well with the black accents on the fork, handlebar, seat, and chainrings
• Great tires for cross country and street riding, the 27.5″ x 2.25″ size is lightweight and efficient, they steer quickly and Schwalbe products tend to be higher quality, there is also a 29” option as well
• At $1,499 USD and $1,899 in CAD, it is compeitivly priced and will serve many customers well since it has a throttle, high capacity battery, and suspension
• I’m glad that they chose a trigger throttle vs. twist because it makes the grips more secure and reduces accidental activation, the 12-magnet cadence sensor is also more responsive than 8 or 5 on many other products
• The suspension fork offers compression lockout and preload adjust, this allows it to firm up for smooth riding conditions like city streets, reducing bob and energy loss as you pedal
• You get a flick bell, locking ergonomic grips, and a pair of large sturdy platform pedals that should work well in all sorts of conditions and weather, sometimes these parts are cheaper on value priced ebikes
• I love the high capacity 14v 13ah battery, it even has a USB port on the side to take advantage of it and use it as a power bank, perfect for traveling
• Between the knobby tires and 80mm suspension fork, this bike feels pretty comfortable, but I might recommend a suspension seat post to make things even more cushy for your ride
• This bike has motor inhibitor capability, which is great, but it is only on one brake lever (the left brake), where as most bikes have motor inhibitors on both brakes
• Some of the wires on this ebike are a bit more exposed along the base of the top tube, it looks a bit cleaner and reduces snags when they are completely internal
• This e-bike weighs more than your average trail bike at 57.5lbs because it has a higher capacity battery and a more basic spring suspension fork vs. air, I’d definitely take the battery off when lifting and transporting it
• No chain cover or guard means you need to be careful with your pants or dress, you don’t want it getting snagged and torn up in the chain ring system
• Even though this is technically a mountain bike, it’s nice to see a kickstand for those urban rides, I do wish that the stand was positioned a bit further back however, to avoid pedal lock with the left crank arm
• As mentioned before, the brakes only have 1 motor inhibitor, and they are also a bit on the basic side since they are mechanical versus hydraulic brakes, however, mechanical brakes are easier to maintain and adjust, so it does have that going for it
• With a standard 2amp battery charger, it could take a while to completely fill the high-capacity battery (6 or 7 hours), there are other ebikes with 3 or even 4amp chargers but they tend to weigh more
• The display panel isn’t removable and doesn’t swivel easily, as a result, it could get scratched more easily at racks and will take sun and rain wear over time
• Official Site: https://ncmbikes.de/

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An almost virtual carbon copy of the Magnum Peaks, all the way down to the sizes of 27.5 and 29″ tires, and Das Kit. Same colors. They even use the same dumb decals on the rims – only different name. You could have almost duped your Peak review here. Just change the name from Peak to Moscow, and lower the price. Since its such a close dupe, I would imagine that its the same manufacturer that Magnum uses, and that Magnum is the only firm who has the rights to sell this general frame of ebike model here in the US. But who knows? Maybe Magnum lost their rights or someone is perfectly fine just copying it down to the colors, and even same tire sizes, though they do offer two frame sizes, but Magnum doesn’t. So their website says this is made in Germany, and yet they name it the Moscow. Go figure.

Hi Mike! I edited and combined your comments to make it easier to respond. Yes, I believe that the same company who makes Magnum, Amego, and some Surface 604 bikes also makes NCM… in fact, the parent company makes NCM and is either partnering up or selling their own to cover different markets. I filmed this review in Canada with Virginia from her shop (also called Amego). We purposefully didn’t mention Magnum, just focused on what this bike offrs, but you’re correct that they share a lot of similarities. I avoid some of the talk about exclusive markets and rights because I simply don’t know. I have been in touch with Magnum recently to film some reviews of their latest products, and I believe that they are still a strong leader in the US with a great network of dealers and a great reputation for support. I agree with you that Moscow is an interesting name, and I appreciate your comment in general ;)

Other issues are the Das Kit L7 has no one who knows how to get into it and change some of the PAS levels and power levels. The Bike Shop in Ca has not answered me about this issue after a week. I email DAS Kit in Germany and they have not answered me either. Other people on forums are complaining about this problem too. Other issues is that both shift levers need adjustment. It is a nice bike overall.

Hey! Thanks for the feedback, Darnelle! I’m sorry that nobody at the shop or in the EBR forums has had an answer for you about changing assist levels… that’s a bummer. I’m glad that you like the bike overall and hope that a solution eventually comes up :/

What rack can I buy for this bike? I’m trying to find one on amazon. Thanks

Hi Joe, there are lots of racks… but do you mean for the bike (like a front or rear rack) or for your car to take the bike to different places? NCM might sell racks or Magnum, or Amego, which produce similar products :)

For the bike. rear rack

Some websites and reviews say 250 watts for the motor. Some say 500 watts. I ordered one from Amazon in the us. Will I get 500 watts? Thanks.

Hi Mike! I’m really not sure, I’d love to hear back once yours arrives, so we can all confirm. Perhaps they are 250 watt nominal with peak output of 500 watts? When I filmed the bike in Canada, I was told by Virginia from Amego EV that they are 500 watt nominal… but it’s really difficult to say when there is no writing on the hub motor cover :/

The Moscow has a sticker on the frame stating rated to 500w continous, the Prague states 350 watts continuous. Both motors are the same physical dimensions.

Hi Mike! Look what I just found . Notice any similarities? Looks like the Moscow (at least frame-wise), but produced under the brand name VG.

Thank you for the informative reviews. This website has been a great resource as I am considering my first electric bike. Can you tell me how you determine the max range? Is it quoted from the manufacturer or do you have a method for testing the range yourselves? The Moscow and Moscow Plus have a much longer max range than some other bikes with similar voltage and amperage.

Hi Rick! We haven’t been consistent or very accurate with range estimates here. It’s a mix of what the manufacturers advertise and what I have observed in my own time riding. I look at the tire type (knobby, extra fat?) and the suspension (soft?) as well as the motor type (hub motors can be less efficient), and the battery capacity. A rule of thumb is to divide the watt hours of a pack by 20 to get the minimum range in miles… this would be with a 170lb rider on flat smooth terrain with no wind, riding in the highest level of assist or using a throttle. From there, I tend to multiply by two to get a max range estimate on lower levels of assist with pedal input. It’s a bit sloppy, but it seems to get close and is a formula that is usable across bikes. I will raise this estimate for mid-drives, if the bike is super light with efficient tires etc.

Hello, I bought a NCM Moscow 27.5″ in Germany and I coming to live in the USA. I will take the ebike with me and my question is: Is it possible to place in the ebike a throttle in this European model?. I know is legal to use it there but not here in Europe. What about the speed limit, It is possible to fix it to 25mph/32kmh which is the speed limit in the USA? Here in EU is 15mph/25kmh. Thanks

Hi Mario, you’re correct! I think that most European ebikes have a lower top speed and do not come with throttles. To be honest… I think it would be much more affordable and environmentally friendly just to leave the bike there in Germany vs. shipping it. Then, once you’re in the USA, you could order another one or get something similar like one of the Magnum ebikes that are sold at many dealers. I have not worked directly with NCM and do not know if you could update the speed or throttle… it’s a bit of a risk, then reselling the bike here (if you needed a throttle type ebike) might be difficult since it’s from Germany. I’d say, skip the hassle and sell or leave the NCM in Germany to start over in the USA :)

Thanks for your review of the Moscow29 in Canada. I have since purchased this bike(in Australia), and although I have only had it a few days I have been extremely impressed with, firstly the price and also its performance. As it is my first ebike, it is all a bit unknown of what to expect but I have found it comfortable to ride and certainly seems to be of a good standard bike considering the modest price. I guess the future months, or hopefully years will determine its true value but I am presently impressed. Once again thanks for your very comprehensive review…

robert ridolfo

Where can I order proper fenders for this unit? tks

How does the warranty work? Lets say I need to make a claim and I don’t have a local bike repair shop that will work on this model? Will I be charged shipping fees just to have a manufactures warranty claim made? I also live in the middle of Saskatchewan Canada, so not too sure since this company is based out of Seattle. Thanks Court!!

Hi Sean! I worked with Amego EV to do these reviews, and I believe that they offered some support… so maybe not ever shop is rejecting service requests. In fact, I think that most shops want to help customers who are willing to pay for the time. Now, as far as warranty support, right now shops are very busy because it’s Spring. I have seen some shops that don’t want to support bikes or brands that they do not carry or sell. You are getting a good value price with NCM, but I cannot speak for their actual support and warranty path. You might benefit from calling Amego Bikes in Toronto to ask for some insights, and also try to contact NCM directly :) you can also ask around in the NCM electric bike forums here for real world customer feedback.

Rocco Cicciarella

You mentioned in your video that there is a setting you can change to make it from a class 2 to a class 3, is that wirrect? Can you adjust the setting to make it go faster?

Hi Rocco! I covered this bike quite a while back and I know the company has made some adjustments since then (mostly for improvements!) but I cannot safely say now whether it can go to Class 3. I highly recommend contacting NCM directly or asking in the NCM ebike forums here for more current feedback from other owners :)

Hello, I’m shopping for an electric bike for our grandson at Christmas. I have narrowed my choices down to NCM Moscow or Fuji Traverse 2.1. Can you help me finalize a decision between these two bikes?

Thank you for your help!

Hi Judy! Those both sound like decent choices. For me, it could come down to availability. Is there a Fuji or NCM dealer nearby? I believe the NCM targets affordability and ships direct. I’ve had pretty good experiences with them, but Fuji is an older, more established brand that probably has more dealers. I hope this helps, and maybe someone else will chime in too ;)

Michael Kirkham

I purchased, and recently received, my NCM Moscow, in a large measure do to your review (for which I thank you). I had pretty much made up my mind on the Moscow, and seeing your review convinced me I had made a good choice. The shipping was a hassle as they have apparently had issues for some time with various shipping companies. My bike apparently sat on the loading dock for 2 weeks after they issued a tracking number (and for 2 weeks after I had paid for it). When it did show up at my door it was completely unexpected as the tracking number STILL indicated it had never been picked up. Bizarre and I blame it on Covid times.

I have not yet fully put my Moscow through its paces, only a 15Km shakedown cruise, but I have noted several things I would like to share. I am 6′ 1″ tall with long legs so I opted for the 20.5″ frame with the 29″ tires, as my height was dead center in the suggested range. I have noted a few issues that I would like to point out, that will probably fade with time and familiarity.

Firstly the step-over height of this frame/tire combination is a bit extreme. Although I can stand flat footed, the bosses for mounting the water bottle are uncomfortably close and constantly snag the material of my shorts. How anyone could ever mount a water bottle here is beyond my comprehension. The Moscow specs on the company website show the 29″ has a 32.5″ stand-over height and a height recommendation of 5’9″ to 6’4″. I’m not really sure how anyone less than 6 feet tall could comfortably ride this bike in the 29 inch size. 5′ 9″ with a 32.5″ stand over height? I don’t think so.

Secondly, those of us with big feet MAY find an issue with foot placement on the pedals. I found my feet tended to sit on the pedal with the ball of the foot. This caused the toe of my shoe to rub on the tire when the handlebars are turned. A pair of toe clips will hopefully solve this problem.

Tomorrow we hope to hit the trails again and I will try to get a better feel for this bike. But, I already like the controls and the smooth power delivery. I spent most of my first ride in Power Assist 0 (off) or 1 to test out the bike. I will admit to several applications of the throttle to whiz up to 36 Kph just because I could. Plenty of power and plenty of torque. I like this bike. Thank you for helping me make this decision.

Hi Michael! Wow, it sounds frustrating to have to wait so long for the bike to arrive just sitting there… I’ve heard that COVID and the Suez Canal situation have caused some backup and some port workers have even considered going on strike. Glad the bike finally arrived, and glad that you like most of its features. I agree that the bottle cage bosses are dangerously high and could cause harm if used unless you have REALLY long legs. Sorry about your shorts that got snagged.

I’m so happy that this review helped you with the decision, and I hope the specs and comments can provide a line of support as you enjoy the bike ongoing. Safe travels!

So just a quick follow up. Maybe my feet aren’t so big after all. I discovered that I had mounted the wheel and handlebars backwards, so the front forks were backwards. Remounting the wheel and the handlebars after reversing the forks solved this problem. Rookie mistake, and I’m no rookie. If you are assembling your bike (any bike) make sure your front forks are properly oriented. With the design of these particular forks it wasn’t obvious. Check the pictures and video carefully.

I had the bike for 2 months now, still dealing with POOR Canadian customer service and beware not to call them to see if they received your pictures and videos because they can’t send a confirmation and they’ll tell you that (they are sorry if they are not working fast enough for you). After installing a new display and a new controller, they still can’t figured out if the battery is the problem and they haven’t offered a resolution yet. So far I rode about 20 kms as an ebike and 300 as a regular bike… My next step will be NCM Hannover. Wrong purchase with the wrong company.

Hi Jimmy, that sounds very frustrating. I’m sorry that your bike had issues with the display and controller. Thanks for the testimonial, I hope they improve support and you can enjoy more kms as an ebike in the future!

Paul Komene

Another great review Court, I have just decided to purchase this bike here in Australia through Leon Cycles. I have done a lot of research looking for the best bike I can afford and the Moscow seems like the best buy at the moment. Thanks again Court.

Hey Paul! My review is a bit outdated now, but the NCM stuff seemed like a good value at the time. Perhaps they have even improved it in recent years! So glad you found some value in the review, hope you enjoy riding!!

Looking at this bike but would like fenders. anyone know with would fit?

Hi Joe! Perhaps someone else will chime in, but keep in mind this review is a bit outdated and the NCM frames may have changed or added more mounting points for fenders. I know that you can find fenders that will fit almost any bike because they strap to the tubing vs. screwing into bosses. Topeak is a good brand to consider for these types… but for a sturdier mount or other options, perhaps you could ask around in the NCM ebike forums to see if anyone has other tips :)

Andrew Korkus

Does anyone know where I could get a battery and charger for my Moscow EB?

Hi Andrew, I suspect that you could contact NCM directly. I believe the battery is a Reention Dorado, which is very common and used across many brands including NCM and Magnum for some of their bikes, as well as Aventon. Perhaps you could contact one of these companies and inquire on price.

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