Unbiased, In-Depth Analysis of the Best Electric Bikes
These electric bikes come in all shapes and sizes but are priced more affordably, less than or equal to $1,500 USD.
The EZ Pedaler Crosstown X350 folding electric bike is sleek, compact and packed with significant upgrades over the previous model, the F-350 making this a solid choice for a variety of riding adventures. A more relaxed fork and stem angle adds to the comfortable upright position for the rider and stabilizes steering. The speed on […]
The EG Barcelona offers a lot for ~$1,000 but you still basically get what you pay for. The aluminum alloy frame comes in two colors (white or brown) but just one size, which I’d call small/medium. It felt a little tight for me (I’m ~5’9″) but I loved the mid-step layout which makes mounting and […]
The Excursion 2.0 is a folding electric bike from Energie Cycles, a division of Renewable Power Energy that’s based in Las Vegas and is known for producing higher quality batteries in Asia (used in hybrid busses, street sweepers and other large electric systems). Ironically, the batteries in this little electric bike are from another supplier […]
The Metro E or “Ergofit” finds a sweet balance of utility, affordability and fit for a wide range of riders. It’s a unisex frame available in handsome metallic gray with silver accents. The shorter than average 16.5″ seat tube allows the saddle to be mounted much lower and the stem is also highly adjustable so […]
This review is for the 2015 version of the Vika+, a new model was introduced in 2016 with fenders, a rear light (as well as the front), a slightly larger battery and two upgrade options for even larger battery packs for increased ranged. This model is priced a bit higher at $1,650 and you can […]
The EG Maui EX is a 2013/2014 electric cruiser designed for comfort and affordability. Compared with other cruisers I’ve reviewed, this one stands out as having lots of accessories including fenders, a rear rack, LED lights and a suspension fork with lockout. It rides comfortably and is priced well at ~$1,500 but many of the […]
The Enterprise was the first electric bike model offered by EG in North America starting in 2008. While production of this model has slowed nearing 2015, it’s still one of the most affordable trail-ready ebikes I’ve seen retailing for ~$900. The suspension fork is very basic, lacking much adjustability or lockout, but the knobby tires […]
At under $1,500 the Sand Viper is the most affordable electric fat bike I’ve ever tested… but that doesn’t mean it skimps on features, or even quality. I found out about this ebike while researching the Indiegogo Storm electric bike which is dubbed as being ultra affordable. I rushed to test the Sand Viper because […]
The EG Copenhagen electric bike is a feature rich, fairly well balanced compact electric bike that would be perfect for smaller riders. Not only does it offer an easy-mount step-thru frame design but the smaller 20″ wheels keep the overall frame about three inches closer to the ground than a traditional 26″ wheel would. The […]
The EG Athens 250 is a value priced around-town sort of electric bike with with many utilitarian features but just one type of frame (low step) in one size (medium) and two colors (black or white). It’s hard not to appreciate the value here with front and rear LED lights, a removable Lithium-ion battery pack, […]
