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 Diamondback Lindau EXC is an efficient, hybrid city style electric bike with a powerful (but quiet) rear hub motor and battery combination. It offers four levels of pedal assist, a twist throttle mode and cruise control so you can maximize range and get a workout or sit back and just scoot around for fun. […]
Pedego is known for making durable, beautiful, cruiser style electric bikes. They started off with a Classic Cruiser design and eventually developed a smaller 24″ version for petite riders and then introduced a Tandem cruiser to accommodate multiple riders (which could double as a cargo bike if you removed the rear saddle and handle bar). […]
The Easy Motion EVO Cross is an “evolved” version of the NEO Cross “new” line which arrived in the US in 2013 from Spain. Easy Motion is part of BH which has been making traditional bicycles since 1909 and that really shows in the frame design, larger gear range (24 in this case vs. 10 […]
This reivew is outdated but might be useful if you’re finding a used model or considering a deal on prior-year equipment. The latest version of the bike has been upgraded to a Bosch centerdrive and is available in two frame sizes. You can read more in the full review here and feel free to compare […]
This review is for the 2015 IZIP E3 Peak, click here for the most recent review which features a drivetrain upgrade, lower price point and a new color scheme (black with blue accents). The twist throttle has been dropped but IZIP now offers an optional $50 boost button instead. The 2015 IZIP E3 Peak is […]
The Easy Motion Nitro series builds on the Neo line from 2013 / 2014 and delivers high-speed ~28 mph performance in “Boost” pedal assist mode. The Nitro Cross is the more stripped down version of two products in this series and does not include a rear rack, fenders or chain guide that the Nitro City […]
The Thron Impulse Speed from Focus is one of those super high end full suspension mid-drive electric bikes that can dominate just about any terrain you throw at it. The big difference between it and something like the Felt DUALe or Haibike FS 27.5″ (which also use mid-drives and offer full suspension) is an impressive […]
This review is for the 2015 Raleigh Tekoa iE. In 2016 a new version was released with silver paint, a nicer Shimano Deore XT drivetrain and a lower price point… otherwise the drivetrain and most other features on the bike remain unchanged. Read the most up to date review here. The Raleigh Tekoa-iE is a […]
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, […]
This review is for the 2015 IZIP E3 Zuma, for an updated version check out the 2016 model which offers automatic battery sleep (after 30 days) and a new LED console ring vs. a plastic display block. The latest model is also priced slightly less at $2,499 vs. $2,550. The IZIP E3 Zuma has long […]
