Electric Bike Reviews

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).
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Velec A2 Review

  • MSRP: $1,699
  • MODEL YEAR: 2018

An approachable neighborhood electric bike with lots of utility extras, plastic fenders with rubber mud flaps, a long plastic chain cover, a rear carry rack, and LED lights. The step-thru frame is reinforced with a gusset at the front and shortened top tube…...

Pure Cycles Volta Single Speed Review

  • MSRP: $1,999
  • MODEL YEAR: 2018

A super lightweight, compact, quiet, and clean, urban electric bike that's simple to use for zipping through the city, running errands, or cruising around in neighborhoods. Proprietary front rack and handlebar are unique but offer limited adjustability, internally routed cables and…...

Trivel E-Fat Azteca Review

  • MSRP: $3,895
  • MODEL YEAR: 2018

A highly adjustable, comfort-oriented, electric trike with recumbent body position and 4-inch wide knobby fat tires, only one size and color but the seat boom extends back and the stem telescopes up. Smaller 20-inch diameter wheels bring the frame closer to the ground for stability and easier…...

AddMotoR MOTAN M-350 Review

  • MSRP: $2,599
  • MODEL YEAR: 2018

An approachable, stable, go-anywhere electric fat trike with a low stand over height and rear cargo bin for hauling supplies, maximum carrying capacity of 350 pounds including rider. 500 watt hub motor in front wheel can take the bike up to 20 mph…...

Easy Motion Rebel Cross Lite PW Review

  • MSRP: $2,799
  • MODEL YEAR: 2018

An efficient, well-balanced, very quiet electric cross bike with the Yamaha PW mid-drive motor and downtube battery, available in three sizes with angled top tube fore fit and stand-over comfort. Sporty but thoughtful color scheme, the fork and downtube are black which hide the motor…...

IZIP E3 Zuma Review

  • MSRP: $1,899
  • MODEL YEAR: 2018

A value-priced cruiser from a larger trusted company, available in a high-step and mid-step frame styles with one color pattern for each (white or metallic gray). Efficient mid-drive motor keeps weight low and center, the battery clicks in from the left…...

2018 Surface 604 Shred Review

  • MSRP: $1,899
  • MODEL YEAR: 2018

A value-priced hardtail electric mountain bike with 9-speed Acera drivetrain, plus sized tires, higher top speed of 28 mph, trigger throttle, and a super-responsive torque + cadence sensing bottom bracket. Available in two frame sizes for improved fit and comfort, optional 14 amp hour battery…...

BESV TRB1 AM Review

  • MSRP: $4,999
  • MODEL YEAR: 2018

A full suspension all-mountain electric bike with 140 mm air suspension by RockShox and a high-speed 28 mph Brose Drive TF mid-motor, available in two frame sizes and two colors. Unique plastic bash guard on the downtube and rounded fuel tank design on the top…...

Pedego Elevate Review

  • MSRP: $5,495
  • MODEL YEAR: 2018

A powerful, well-balanced, trail or all-mountain style electric bike with 140 mm dual air suspension, available from one of the largest ebike dealer networks in the world with a great warranty and two sizes. This is the first Class 1 pedal assist only electric bike from Pedego, the Shimano…...

DJ Bikes DJ City Bike Review

  • MSRP: $1,399
  • MODEL YEAR: 2018

Approachable, affordable, step-thru electric bike that comes stock with a rear cargo rack, flexible plastic fenders, an integrated headlight and basic taillight. Proven Bafang 500-watt planetary geared hub motor helps get the bike reach 20 mph with…...