Unbiased, In-Depth Analysis of the Best Electric Bikes
These electric bikes offer pedal assist modes that are capable of reaching speeds above 20mph (32km/h). They may go as fast as 28mph (45km/h) for faster commutes and may require special licensing in European countries.
Aventon’s no stranger to breaking new ground. They didn’t invent the fat tire eBike, but they sure fanned the flames of the craze with the Aventure.1, the first to roll out hydraulic disc brakes in the segment. Then they doubled down with the Aventure.2, pioneering a torque sensor in a fat tire eBike. Now Aventon’s […]
Ride1UP has staked its claim in the e-bike world by marrying performance, practicality, and prices that don’t sting—a combo that’s won them a diehard crew of urban riders and weekend warriors. I’ve watched the San Diego outfit evolve from the zippy Roadster and all carbon fiber CF Racer, to the beastly Revv 1 DRT, each […]
Velotric’s been carving out a name in the e-bike scene, and they’re doing it with some legit moves. In a short span, they’ve gone from under-the-radar to pumping out rides like the Discover 2, Summit 1, and T1 ST—bikes that have clicked with riders for good reason. They’re not just playing it safe either; tech […]
Ride1Up has been steadily carving out their niche in the direct-to-consumer ebike space by nailing a pretty straightforward formula: solid specs, clean aesthetics, and prices that don’t make your wallet cry. Their latest refresh, the LMTD V2, builds on this approach with a $1,395 commuter that packs a punchy 750W rear hub motor and geometry […]
Velotric’s been carving out a solid rep for e-bikes over the past couple years that punch above their weight class, and the Nomad 2 is their latest shot at raising the bar. This fat-tire rig isn’t just a sequel—it’s a rethink, loaded with features that catch your eye without drowning you in spec sheets. They’ve […]
Aventon’s been quietly stacking wins since their early days of rough-around-the-edges e-bikes. The new Aventon Level.3, their third go at the commuter formula, marks a clear step up. This isn’t the Level 1 or 2 you can scope online—it’s a sleeker package with a new, stiffer hydroformed frame, refined geometry, Magura hydraulic brakes, and a […]
Ride1Up has built a reputation in the e-bike market by consistently delivering solid value propositions. The California-based company has a knack for packing capable components into bikes that compete well above their price points – their recent CF Racer1 being a prime example, offering a full carbon electric gravel bike kitted with a SRAM Rival […]
The line between e-bike and electric motorcycle keeps getting blurrier, and Ride1Up’s Revv 1 DRT is doing its part to smudge that boundary even further. At first glance, you might mistake this for a proper dirt bike – from the moto-inspired frame tubes to the top tube-mounted battery masquerading as a gas tank. Behind that […]
In a world where so many e-bike brands play it safe, cribbing ideas from each other like it’s an unspoken rule, Vvolt decided to go their own way with the Centauri II. At a glance, it’s a modern twist on some old-school concepts—think Cannondale’s Headshok days—with a monoshock suspension fork offering 30mm of travel nestled […]
The Lectric XPress 500 Step-Through (ST) fits the bill for anyone looking for a no-nonsense commuter e-bike that gets the job done. Lectric keeps things simple, and the XPress 500 ST sticks to that formula—its low step-through frame makes it super approachable for all types of riders. That 500W powerplant hits the sweet spot for […]
