Unbiased, In-Depth Analysis of the Best Electric Bikes
These electric bikes are usually longer and lower to the ground, providing easier loading of cargo and more cargo space than a standard city ebike. Cargo ebikes tend to have powerful motors, optional rack accessories for transporting gear or additional passengers (including children), and they usually only come in one frame size but offer adjustable seat, stem, and handlebar to fit a wide range of riders.
Urban Arrow is a Dutch bicycle brand that introduced a non-electrified version of this cargo bike in 2010 (which received a Eurobike award and a ISPO award in 2013). The non-electric version retails for €2,150 but for €3,250 you can get the version shown here which features a 250 watt Bosch centerdrive offering three levels […]
The Big Cat Cargo Bike is a value driven electric bike with more basic components but a range of accessories that make it functional. It’s got seven speeds for moving heavier loads or climbing hills and a suspension fork that reduces shock to the front rack area. I like that it comes with both pedal […]
The Biruni Scarlett is a purpose built electric cargo bike with a unique step-through frame. It’s available in three colors including Scarlett (light blue), Metropolis (black) and Nantucket (light yellow, cream) or you can get a custom color for an additional $225. Biruni has also been producing regular non-electric cargo bikes since 2013. The Scarlett […]
The E3 Metro is part of IZIP’s line of “electric, efficient, and eco-friendly” bicycles. It’s unique in the way it functions as a porteur with a sturdy front rack that doesn’t turn as you steer the bike. It’s a capable system, officially supporting up to 35 pounds following strict EN regulations. At one point in […]
The Xtracycle EdgeRunner 27D is a 27 speed cargo bike with lots of neat options designed for hauling gear or kids. What really sets it apart is the smaller 20″ rear wheel that allows the rack to be mounted lower to the ground (making mounting or loading easier) and allowing the pedaler or motor to […]
The Mundo has been a popular cargo bike for many years and Yuba is known for their wide range of accessories. They innovate quickly and get new products and features to market before competitors like Xtracycle but this has caused a few issues. The El Mundo stands for “electric” Mundo and this was the first […]
Please note, this review is for the older 2013 version of the IZIP E3 Metro that had a downtube mounted battery pack. The newest version of this bike has a removable battery pack that is located just behind the seat post tube. This is still a wonderful ebike and you may have the opportunity to […]
The Juiced Riders ODK U500 has one of the worst names I’ve seen but offers one of the best electric cargo bikes I’ve come across. Please note that this review is for the 2013 model, to learn about the most recent version check out the ODK V3 review. The ODK U500 is available as a […]
It’s tough to write a critical review for a company with such a positive heritage and well meaning founder. Yuba is a bike company that is best known for creating unique cargo bikes. It was started by a European man named Benjamin who grew up in France and worked in the bicycle industry in Germany […]
