Affordable Electric Bike Reviews

These electric bikes come in all shapes and sizes but are priced more affordably, less than or equal to $1,500 USD.
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2016 Liberty Trike Electric Tricycle Review

  • MSRP: $1,498
  • MODEL YEAR: 2016

A compact, folding (and separating!) electric trike designed for easier transport, fitting through doors and modular repairs or replacements. Partially built in America, solid one year comprehensive warranty, uses a powerful 750 watt hub…...

Vilano ION Review

  • MSRP: $699
  • MODEL YEAR: 2016

Very affordable folding electric bike sold on Amazon, unfortunately it looks like they no longer stock it? Even the manufacturer website seems to have it discontinued or sold out, also no mention of a warranty. Nice looking paint job, the silver motor casing matches the spokes and plastic fenders, the…...

Watseka XP Review

  • MSRP: $649
  • MODEL YEAR: 2016

An ultra affordable electric bike sold on Amazon for ~$650, requires 1.5+ hours for assembly along with some basic tools (it comes with a few unique wrenches and instructions to get you going), the kickstand is two-sided and very stable which helps with setup. Extremely heavy at ~78 lbs... the battery pack alone weighs ~23.5 lbs because it uses…...

Vilano Pulse Review

  • MSRP: $789
  • MODEL YEAR: 2016

A more affordable pedal-assist electric bike available in high step and a step-thru, predominantly sold online (requires assembly) and may be discontinued?. Solid commuter package including steel fenders, a chain guard, a sturdy rack with pannier blockers…...

SONDORS Thin Review

  • MSRP: $693
  • MODEL YEAR: 2016

An affordable, light weight, single speed electric bike launched on Indiegogo offering a geared hub motor with 350 watt power in the US and 250 watts in the EU. Available in two colors: black or white, one medium size (19 inches) and a traditional…...

Easy Motion EasyGo Volt Review

  • MSRP: $1,499
  • MODEL YEAR: 2016

A light weight folding electric bike at a reasonable price from a leading company (BH and Easy Motion) with an excellent warranty and solid dealer network. Excellent backlit display panel... it's compact and blends in, can be removed for safe storage…...

EG Vienna 250 Review

  • MSRP: $1,299
  • MODEL YEAR: 2016

One of the lightest and cheapest folding electric bikes I've reviewed weighing in at just ~43.5 lbs and costing $1,300 comes with a year warranty, includes a carry rack and fenders for utility. Available in two fun colors including glossy black or red, comes stock with a cargo…...

Virtue Cycles Gondoliere+ Review

  • MSRP: $1,800
  • MODEL YEAR: 2015, 2016

A bucket style cargo bike with electric assist to help move supplies or children, includes two seatbelts and a little bench, more sporty handling than their three-wheel School Bus model but less stable. Extra wide custom kickstand provides great stability for loading, upright seating position and short reach…...

2016 Blix Vika+ Review

  • MSRP: $1,650
  • MODEL YEAR: 2016

Feature complete folding electric bike (full length fenders, integrated LED lights) with a larger than average battery and two upgrade options for even long range rides. Available in three classy colors (Green, Black and Cream) with beautiful fake leather touch points…...

2016 Rad Power Bikes RadMini Review

  • MSRP: $1,499
  • MODEL YEAR: 2016

A folding fat tire electric bike with front and rear cargo racks and double-tube frame for improved strength (good option for larger riders). Powerful 750 watt internally geared fat-bike specific motor paired with a large 48 volt 11.6…...