Unbiased, In-Depth Analysis of the Best Electric Bikes
This style of electric bike positions the rider in a laid back position for comfort and aerodynamics. Cranks and pedals are usually mounted out front on an adjustable boom vs. directly below the seat tube and saddle. Instead of sitting on a saddle, most recumbent ebikes utilize a canvas chair that support the bottom and back of the rider; some even have adjustable headrests. Recumbent bicycles are usually setup as tricycles with two wheels up front and one in the back (called tadpole trike), or two wheels in back with one up front (called delta trike). There are a few unique recumbents that use two wheels like a traditional bicycle, making them easier to lean and turn but less stable to mount.
This review is for the original first generation line of ELF electric bikes launched in 2013 by Organic Transit. They used geared motors, had smaller 60 watt solar panels, stiffer steering and no front suspension. This is still a great product and may be found used, you can get replacement batteries and service through Organic […]
The Outrider Horizon is something truly special in the world of electric bikes. It’s a modular recumbent trike that can be fully customized to transport just about anyone out into nature in a way that’s thrilling and empowering. Whether you’re a fully able bodied individual who can pedal, steer and change gears using your legs […]
The Outrider 422 Alpha is a recumbent trike style electric bike that offers stability, aerodynamics and power unmatched by any other system I’ve tested. It was originally conceived as a sort of light electric vehicle capable of commanding respect from automobiles that would get frustrated with slower bikes and zip around (endangering the rider). While […]
The Aerobic Cruiser is a powerful recumbent electric bike that offers a comfortable ride through adjustable seat, back rest and full suspension design elements. It’s not the lightest bike around at 100+lbs but the 1,000 watt hour battery and near silent 750 watt hub motor ensure you’ll never struggle with medium to large sized hills, […]
Outrider recumbent electric trikes are known for being fast, high quality, powerful and expensive. This is not an entry level product at all, it’s trickier to transport due to its size and weight (over 100 pounds) and uses an advanced battery pack that requires a load balancer to maintain. The 422 Alpha is Outrider’s top […]
[Update] This review is for the 2012/2013 model year Ridekick. The product was paused for 2014 and has since been updated and improved starting in 2015. To read about the latest version of the Ridekick Power Trailer click here. The Ridekick PT (Power Trailer) will turn almost any regular bike into an electric bike by […]
