Hub Motor Electric Bike Reviews

This type of electric bike utilizes a hub motor (or two) that is built into the wheel. It’s the most affordable type of drive system and often works well with throttle operation. There are two types of hub motors: geared and gearless. Gearless tends to weigh more, provides less torque (especially at low speeds), produce some magnetic drag when not engaged, but may offer regenerative braking, and tend to be very durable and quiet. Geared hub motors tend to be compact, lightweight, and affordable, but they produce a bit of whirring noise during operation and may not be as durable over long periods of use. They freewheel efficiently without producing drag, but cannot provide regen braking. Since motor weight is positioned inside the bicycle wheel itself, it increases unsprung weight if the bike has suspension. It also requires custom spokes, wheels, and axles that bite into the frame to provide forward movement. For this reason, they may also require a torque arm to secure the axle against the frame.
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Go Power Go Express Review

  • MSRP: $1,250
  • MODEL YEAR: 2019

A value priced electric folding fat-tire bike at $1,250 with free shipping, featuring sturdy construction and two frame colors (black or white). 500 watt Sandra fat-tire specific hub motor, 48v 10ah high-capacity battery, with a twist throttle…...

Magnum Low Rider Review

  • MSRP: $2,249
  • MODEL YEAR: 2019

A comfortable, powerful, and approachable step-through style low and long cruiser bike with brand name components and utility like lights and rear rack. Great features like front suspension fork, stitched grips, wide comfort saddle with rubber bumpers, and…...

Qualisports Dolphin Review

  • MSRP: $1,299
  • MODEL YEAR: 2019

An affordable and sleek folding bike that hides its electric system in the frame and seat post, MXUS hub-drive, 36v 14ah battery, 7 speed Shimano cassette, thicker tires, and mechanical brakes with motor inhibitors. The bike folds well, you can walk it when folded or even slide the seat…...

E-Lux Malibu GT Review

  • MSRP: $2,995
  • MODEL YEAR: 2019

A new powerful and comfortable cruiser bike from E-Lux, can be used as a cruiser or commuter since it has many features and comforts from both genres. Comfort from head to toe with swept back bars, relaxed riding position, locking ergonomic grips,…...

NCM Aspen Review

  • MSRP: $1,699
  • MODEL YEAR: 2019

A minimalist yet capable value priced hard-tail fat-tire ebike with a proficient drive train both electrically and mechanically, lower price point allows for more financial freedom to customize and add things to the bike. Pretty lightweight at under 60lbs total, has a responsive and aggressive ride feel, comes with…...

AddMotoR MOTAN M-330 P7 Review

  • MSRP: $2,799
  • MODEL YEAR: 2019, 2020

The MOTAN M-330 P7 is a heavy-duty and feature-rich cargo electric trike, capable of transporting up to 350 pounds of rider and cargo in the included front and rear baskets. Heavy loads are a breeze with an extra-sturdy 7075 alloy frame and a 750 watt…...

Magnum Ui6+ Review

  • MSRP: $1,699
  • MODEL YEAR: 2019

A beautifully designed, purpose built, affordable electric bike well suited to urban riding or commuting. Step-thru frame is easy to mount but relatively stiff thanks to a double tube mid-section,…...

EUNORAU NEW-TRIKE Review

  • MSRP: $2,299
  • MODEL YEAR: 2019

An e-trike with folding aspects, is value minded at $2.3k, has lots of comfortable features and utility like the rear cargo box or front metal rack. Very comfortable with items such as the ergonomic grips, high volume tires, fenders, and super…...

e-Joe Epic Swan 350 Review

  • MSRP: $1,499
  • MODEL YEAR: 2019

A value priced and approachable step through electric folding bike with a ton of features and fun, comes in a 350 watt ($1,499) version and a 500 watt ($1,699) version as well. Features battery integrated lights in the front and rear, mono shock up front, locking ergonomic…...

Tower Beach Bum Review

  • MSRP: $1,695
  • MODEL YEAR: 2019

A true beach-neighborhood cruiser ebike with a lot of comfort and style to go around, a lot of cushy touch points, relaxed riding position, capable hill climbing motor, and a twist throttle. This really is a comfort bike, thanks to these swept back yet long handlebars, angled…...