Unbiased, In-Depth Analysis of the Best Electric Bikes
Electric bikes or ebikes combine human power from pedaling with electronic power from a hub motor, mid drive, or friction drive powered by a battery pack. They come in all shapes and sizes, including trikes, tandems, folding, cargo, and more. A traditional analog bicycle can usually be converted to electric through the use of kits. Ebikes fall into three classes including Class 1 pedal assist only up to a set speed (usually 25kmh or 32kmh), Class 2 throttle only or throttle with pedal assist up to a set speed (usually 25kmh or 32kmh), and high speed Class 3 up to a set level (usually 45kmh 28mph).
The RadRunner Max, Rad Power Bikes’ latest utility e-bike refresh in three new trim levels, rolls in at $2,299 with a goal of giving riders versatility, power, and some cutting-edge tech. Designed to replace car trips, this Deep Emerald Green machine boasts a 28 mph Class 3 top speed, a 420-lb payload, and features like […]
In a world where taking risks can spark revolution, the e-bike market desperately needs a shake-up. Too often, manufacturers churn out carbon-copy designs, chasing trends and recycling the same bulky, heavy aesthetics seemingly dominating the e-bike landscape. You’ve heard the complaints: “e-bikes are too big and heavy,” or, for the cycling purists, equipped with throttles […]
There’s something remarkable about a brand that consistently delivers, upgrading nearly every aspect of a bike while keeping the price at the same jaw-dropping $999 that put them on the map. Meet the all-new Lectric XP4, the 4th generation of this flagship folding e-bike. With a sleek frame redesign, enhanced components, and some industry-defying magic, […]
When Lectric announced they were launching a bike at an RV resort near the Grand Canyon, it was pretty clear they would be updating their flagship XP model. Since the bike’s inception, it’s somewhat quietly become the best-selling e-bike in the United States, with sales topping 400,000 bikes. As we were driving down to the […]
Retrospec has been in the bike game well before e-bikes became the obsession, kicking off their lineup with a small batch of fixed-gear bikes back in 2009. Fast forward to today, and Retrospec has stayed true to its love for all things two-wheeled, expanding into a diverse range of bikes, from urban commuters to rugged […]
In a world where Heybike as a brand to me, and mid-drive motors are nothing new to me. But, a mid drive motor on a heybike? That is new to me. Oh, and coming in with a price tag of just $1,499? Well, now I’m in foreign territory. Meet the Heybike Alpha, an all-new fat […]
The Aventon Pace 4 has landed, and it’s clear this fourth-gen Pace isn’t coasting on the success of its predecessors. Available now and new for 2025, this Pace makeover made calculated yet bold moves – a stiffer frame, a new take on what a cruiser handlebar should be, and injected with tech and innovative security […]
Ride1UP has staked its claim in the e-bike world by marrying performance, practicality, and prices that don’t sting—a combo that’s won them a diehard crew of urban riders and weekend warriors. I’ve watched the San Diego outfit evolve from the zippy Roadster and all carbon fiber CF Racer, to the beastly Revv 1 DRT, each […]
Mokwheel made waves a few years back with the original Basalt, a bike that gave this newcomer some real traction in the e-bike world. It wasn’t flawless, but with its 4-inch fat tires and all-terrain attitude, it found a sweet spot—especially for riders who wanted a rig that could handle sand, snow, or backcountry trails […]
Aventon’s been a steady name in the e-bike space for years, building rides that strike a practical balance between cost and capability. They’re not out to overhaul the basics—just delivering solid, no-frills electric bikes that won’t drain your wallet. Enter the Sinch 2.5, the latest take on their folding fat-tire e-bike. This isn’t a full […]
