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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VoltBike Outback Review

  • MSRP: $1,699
  • MODEL YEAR: 2019

An ultra-affordable full suspension plus size tire electric bike sold online from Canada, comes with a full range of features including headlight, adjustable angle riser stem, and high capacity battery. 500 watt hub-drive, awesome hydraulic disc brakes, and you get 7 gears with a upgraded…...

EUNORAU MAX-CARGO Review

  • MSRP: $1,599
  • MODEL YEAR: 2019

An affordable, feature-rich, electric long-tail cargo bike with cadence sensing pedal assist and throttle on demand operation, available in one frame size with adjustable bars. 750watt hub-drive is durable and powerful, 7 speed Shimano Altus for great shifting, and mechanical…...

Ariel Rider N-Class Review

  • MSRP: $1,699
  • MODEL YEAR: 2019

A vintage inspired powerful hub-drive eBike with tons of style and comfort like fenders, plush saddle, integrated lights, adjustable stem, and stitched grips. 750watt hub-drive, hydraulic disc brakes, 7 speed Shimano Altus system, and a powerful battery round…...

Rad Power Bikes RadWagon (EU Version) Review

  • MSRP: $1,799
  • MODEL YEAR: 2019

A European-specific cargo electric bike with twist throttle mode and pedal assist, classified as L1e-A, available in 2 colors with lots of accessory options including bags and child seats. Maintains the powerful 750watt gearless direct-drive hub motor, it is heavier but super quiet, durable,…...

Ariel Rider D-Class Review

  • MSRP: $1,999
  • MODEL YEAR: 2019

A 2WD dual-motor 750 watt electric fat tire bike with a stretched banana seat position, all-purpose set up, scrambler style. Comfortable fat tires can take on sand or snow, longer seat that can fit a…...

Rad Power Bikes RadRhino 750W (EU Version) Review

  • MSRP: $1,799
  • MODEL YEAR: 2019

A European-specific fat tire electric bike with twist throttle mode and pedal assist, classified as L1e-A, modeled after the RadRover, available in two colors with lots of accessory options including bags and child seats. Sloped top tube makes it approachable, shorter stem and mid-rise handlebars create a comfortable upright…...

California Bicycle Factory Retro R Review

  • MSRP: $2,699
  • MODEL YEAR: 2019

A visually striking bike with a stainless steel look coupled with leather accents, wide tires, and a yellow glass headlight to really give it a unique style like that of a work of art. Cleanliness and simplicity are everywhere from the hidden battery and controller to the leather wrapped…...

Qualisports Volador Review

  • MSRP: $1,099
  • MODEL YEAR: 2019

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

Blix Packa Review

  • MSRP: $1,599
  • MODEL YEAR: 2019

A family-friendly midtail electric cargo bike with a broad range of custom rack and bag accessories to handle work gear, additional passengers (infants, toddlers, or even adults), 400lb maximum weight capacity. Available in two beautiful colors, glossy blue or white, premium integrated lights with multi-LED brake-activated…...

California Bicycle Factory Retro S Review

  • MSRP: $2,499
  • MODEL YEAR: 2019

A visually striking bike with a stainless steel look coupled with leather accents and flat fenders to really give it a unique look like that of a work of art. Cleanliness and simplicity are everywhere from the hidden battery and controller to the internally routed…...