City Electric Bike Reviews

This broad category of electric bikes feature efficient tires to navigate neighborhood, city, and urban environments without the noise and drag of studded tires. They may come with racks, fenders, and lights.
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Piaggio Wi-Bike Active Plus Review

  • MSRP: $3,999
  • MODEL YEAR: 2017, 2018

A beautiful looking, feature-complete, well balanced, Class 3 speed pedelec (capable of ~27 mph top speeds) from Italian automotive company Piaggio, the same brand that makes Vespa scooters and Aprilia motorcycles. Custom alloy frame has been sculpted with smooth welds and some blade accents that double…...

2018 Moustache Samedi 27 XROAD 5 Review

  • MSRP: $3,799
  • MODEL YEAR: 2018

A crossover touring electric bike that's capable and comfortable on city streets as well as packed dirt trails thanks to all-terrain tires, a sturdy spring suspension fork with 80 mm travel, and suspension seat post. Both wheels offer quick release for easy maintenance on-the-go, powerful Shimano hydraulic disc brakes stop…...

Riese & Müller Nevo GH NuVinci Review

  • MSRP: $4,979
  • MODEL YEAR: 2018

A heavy-duty version of the standard Nevo with reinforced frame tubing, upgraded stem, handlebar, pedals and a nicer Thudbuster ST suspension seat post, available in two sizes and three colors. This electric bike is easy to approach because of the step-thru wave design but doesn't…...

BULLS LACUBA EVO E8 Review

  • MSRP: $3,799
  • MODEL YEAR: 2018

One of the most popular models in the Bulls ebike lineup, it comes in four frame sizes and three styles (high-step diamond, mid-step, and step-thru wave), motor and battery weight are low and center. Extremely stealthy, the drive system and battery are almost completely hidden on this frame and…...

Magnum Metro+ Review

  • MSRP: $1,999
  • MODEL YEAR: 2017, 2018

A sturdy high-step commuter style electric bike offering up to 28 mph pedal assist and 20 mph throttle on demand, uses the same 500 watt motor and 48 volt battery as Magnum's Peak mountain bike. Mid-level eight speed drivetrain with Shimano Acera derailleur, metal guard protects the derailleur and motor…...

Schwinn Monroe 350 Review

  • MSRP: $1,499
  • MODEL YEAR: 2017, 2018

A tough, well-balanced, affordably priced, single-speed electric bike from a well established brand, available in three frame sizes for improved fit, sporty forward-leaning geometry. No suspension elements but the fork is steel which provides some vibration dampening properties and…...

Gazelle Avenue C8 Review

  • MSRP: $2,999
  • MODEL YEAR: 2018

A durable, streamlined, wave style step-thru electric bicycle from an established European brand with an excellent track record of quality and service, available in three frame sizes for improved fit. Uses one of the lightest, quietest, and most efficient mid-drive motors from Shimano with an…...

Riese & Müller Roadster Mixte Touring Review

  • MSRP: $3,879
  • MODEL YEAR: 2018

An approachable hybrid city electric bike with sturdy plastic fenders, integrated lights, a suspension fork and seat post, and optional rear rack and front porteur rack. Available in the mixte mid-step frame style for lower stand-over height in two frame sizes…...

GenZe 200 Series Review

  • MSRP: $1,899
  • MODEL YEAR: 2018

A relatively comfortable electric bike that feels well suited for shorter treks through the city thanks to its Selle Royale Free Way gel saddle, Ergon ergonomic grips, and overall frame geometry. The 350-watt geared hub motor is surprisingly zippy and able to drive the e201 to…...

CUBE Touring Hybrid Pro 500 Review

  • MSRP: $3,199
  • MODEL YEAR: 2017

An efficient but zippy trekking style electric bike, well-suited to commuting in hilly environments because of the powerful Bosch CX mid-drive, larger 500 watt hour battery extends range. It comes with everything you need to deal with wet riding conditions and darkness, I…...