Electric Bike Reviews

The 300W (819W peak, 28Nm of torque) brushless geared hub motor has been updated; it’s now quieter and provides a surprising amount of power, giving the XP Lite 2.0 more pep than expected.. The 375Wh battery offers reasonable, though not amazing, range. It is estimated to offer up…...

Ride1UP has delivered incredible value with the Portola; $1000 e-bikes almost never have a collection of parts this good.. The folding frame is small enough to offer a low standover height (18.2 in.) which…...

Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, and the Aventon Aventure has been imitated (ok, a better word is probably copied) several times the last 2-3 years. With so much competition and brands creating 26” x 4” fat tire ebikes, I was surprised at how the Aventure.2 not only still holds its own vs the competition but is still one of, if not the, best rear hub fat tire electric bikes.. If I’m going to sum this e-bike up in a word, that word is versatility.…...

Rad’s latest commuter has a new design, improved motor, and unique battery tech. With this model Rad offers class 2 or class 3 speed rides.. When it comes to Class 3 commuters, many suffer from one of a couple of…...

I’m blown away with the new Radster Trail from Rad Power Bikes. This is an exciting new model that is as versatile as it is powerful. From the frame to the motor to the wheel and tire choice, this is a terrific new model from one of the most popular makers of e-bikes.. The Radster Trail rolls on 27.5 x 3-in. tires, what they call a mid-fat. I…...

This is a game-changer of an e-bike. We didn’t expect to see both a 750W hub motor and a Pinion gear box for less than $2000. This is a remarkable design that reminds us how few companies produce e-bikes as chock-full of value as Lectric. I’m not ready to call this the e-bike of the year just yet—it’s only March—but it’s going to be in the running for sure, but more importantly, this will be disruptive to the industry.. This is the sort of e-bke that has the potential to coax even more people…...

Aventon has just added a new e-bike to their lineup. It’s called the Ramblas and it is an electric mountain bike. We’ve loved the off-road abilities of Aventon’s fat-tire e-bikes, like the Aventure 2, but the Ramblas marks a new chapter in Aventon’s growth as an e-bike brand. In our Aventon Ramblas review we will demonstrate just how capable this e-bike is.. Let’s begin with the basics. The Ramblas is a hard-tail eMTB built around a 6061…...

A premium electric cargo bike with dual-battery option for extended range, high speed 28mph performance in the US, and powerful SynchDrive Pro mid-drive motor (based on Yamaha PW-X). Available in two colors, the mid-step frame is approachable, and the adjustable height seat post accommodates multiple riders who share!. High performance hydraulic disc brakes use thick upgraded rotors, extra large brake fluid reservoirs, and…...

A stylish approachable cruiser electric bike with excellent weight distribution and balance. Available in four beautiful colors, it comes with a large comfortable saddle, swept-back handlebar, ergonomic grips, and adjustable angle stem.. Great safety upgrades including puncture resistant tires that also have reflective sidewall stripes, an integrated…...

An efficient, light weight, road style electric bike with drop bars, and Class 1 performance. The all-aluminum frame and fork include mounting points for a front rack, rear rack, two bottle cages, and fenders! It's available in three frame sizes and two colors. Additional spacing at the fork and stays can accommodate higher volume treaded tires.. Efficient 250 watt planetary geared hub motor delivers up to 25nm of torque. The motor…...