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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SONDORS Fat Bike Review

  • MSRP: $693
  • MODEL YEAR: 2016

The second fat bike from Sondors crowd funded through Kickstarter, offers slightly narrower rims and tires at 4" vs. 4.9". New upgrades including three color choices, an optional larger capacity battery pack for greater range…...

Vintage Electric Tracker Review

  • MSRP: $4,995
  • MODEL YEAR: 2016

A powerful, high speed, heavier electric bike akin to a moped with limiter settings for around town use (750 watt, 20 mph in Street Mode) and optional Race Mode (2800 watt 36 mph). Popular as a pit bike on race courses, used frequently in Indonesia because it stays…...

Zeitgeist Cargo Review

  • MSRP: $5,999
  • MODEL YEAR: 2016

A sleek and stylish city style electric bike with high-end aftermarket racks by Thule (Pack N' Pedal series) available in one 19" high-step frame size and one metallic gold color. Larger than average hydraulic disc brakes are smooth and offer good stopping power if you're…...

Biomega OKO Review

  • MSRP: $2,295
  • MODEL YEAR: 2016

One of the most affordable carbon fiber electric bikes I've reviewed, it's available in three frame sizes for improved fit and two colors as well. Average motor and battery size balance weight with performance and utility, considering it has a…...

Zeitgeist City Review

  • MSRP: $7,999
  • MODEL YEAR: 2016

A Class 3 speed pedelec made entirely from Carbon fiber including the frame, fork, seat post, stem and handle bars. Powerful 500 watt planetary geared motor, 48 volt Lithium-ion downtube mounted battery (removable) with premium…...

Riide V1.1 Electric Bike Review

  • MSRP: $1,999
  • MODEL YEAR: 2016

A tough, near-silent, single speed electric bike that's designed for urban use, clean all-black frame, motor, spokes, wheel set and accessories look cool. Only available in one "medium" frame size but the angled top tube improves fit for…...

Faraday Cortland S Review

  • MSRP: $2,499
  • MODEL YEAR: 2016, 2017

A light weight city style electric bike that draws on classic styles and geometry but delivers good comfort and handling. Efficient 250 watt motor, responsive torque and speed sensing pedal assist with two power modes…...

Faraday Cortland Review

  • MSRP: $3,499
  • MODEL YEAR: 2016, 2017

One of the most beautiful, well balanced electric bikes I've ever tested, silent belt drive with internally geared eight speed Shimano Alfine hub. Modest 250 watt front hub motor (custom tuned), perfectly integrated downtube battery and new optional…...

Box Bike Collective Standard Box Bike Review

  • MSRP: $3,900
  • MODEL YEAR: 2015, 2016

An electric assist box bike with 350 lb carrying capacity (200 lbs in the front basket), plenty of room for cargo or child bench seat with safety belts. Powerful 500 watt geared hub motor in the front benefits from smaller sturdy wheels (20"…...

Snelheid Cycles Tyro Review

  • MSRP: $2,299
  • MODEL YEAR: 2016

A hand built, aggressive city style electric bike with high power MAC motor and custom Lithium Polymer battery. Efficient narrow tires, rigid steel frame and single speed drivetrain offer simplicity and durability but…...