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).
Electric Bike Company, known for its American-made e-bikes and extensive customization options, has introduced the Model R, its take on a premium, all-terrain electric cruiser. It’s a ride focused on comfort, stability, solid build quality, and versatility, a balancing act few companies have nailed down in the electric cruiser e-bike market. With a super-easy unboxing […]
When testing e-bikes from certain brands, I sometimes question whether their designers actually ride bikes. That’s not an issue with Ride1Up. It’s clear they understand bikes—from design to component selection, they just get it. The latest release, the Roadster V3, maintains the sleek, minimalist appearance I’ve come to expect from Ride1Up while surprisingly keeping the […]
Ride1Up has built a reputation for delivering value in the e-bike world, and now, with the CF Racer1, they’re bringing that same approach to the electric gravel bike scene. The CF Racer1 combines premium materials—including a full carbon fiber frameset—with respected components, all at a price point raising industry eyebrows. At 28.6 pounds and retailing […]
Ever since Lectric Bikes launched, the company has moved from one successful design to another. Their line not only includes their popular folding e-bikes, but they have added a cargo e-bike, an all-terrain e-bike and more recently a nearly maintenance-free model with a high-end Pinion gearbox. It is, however, the company’s XP 3.0 that is […]
It wasn’t so long ago that we gave side-eye to any e-bike that carried a retail price of less than $1000. What we saw again and again were e-bikes that looked like the manufacturer had taken every shortcut possible to deliver an e-bike-looking machine, without actually providing a quality e-bike. That ended with Lectric introducing […]
Ride1UP has released a string of impressive e-bikes; from their gravel e-bike the CF Racer1 to the e-moped the Revv 1, Ride1UP is producing well-designed e-bikes that have a unique flair. The Ride1UP Portola is their entry into the world of value-packed, folding e-bikes. This segment has been dominated by Lectric Bikes with their XP […]
Aventon Aventure.2 Review: Final Takeaway The Aventon Aventure.2 has been out for nearly a year now, which has given us plenty of time to ride it and compare it to other fat-tire e-bikes. It’s one of the best fat-tire e-bikes on the market, as well as one of the most popular. But after a year, […]
Rad Power Bikes Radster Road Review: Final Takeaway Overall Rating: 4.9 / 5.0 (Ratings are based on both performance and price) See Latest Price Rad’s Class 3 commuter packs an impressive motor and a slew of safety features. Rad Power Bikes Radster Road – What We Liked Powerful 750W hub motor can propel you to […]
Rad Power Bikes Radster Trail Review: Final Takeaway Overall Rating: 4.9 / 5.0 (Ratings are based on both performance and price) See Latest Price Rad Power Bikes Radster Trail – What We Liked 750W hub motor produces 100Nm of torque, making it powerful in climbing and acceleration Mid-step frame is stiff enough to handle well […]
Lectric ONE Review: Final Takeaway Overall Rating: 5.0 / 5.0 (Ratings are based on both performance and price) See Latest Price Lectric ONE – What We Liked The Pinion gearbox paired with Gates belt for a nearly maintenance-free e-bike 750W hub motor offers terrific power and acceleration Folding handlebar mast and quick release on the […]
