A full suspension, fat tire, recumbent electric trike designed for off-road fun on trails, sand or snow, powerful 500 watt rear-motor with throttle and pedal assist modes
Adjustable length boom and tilting seat accommodate a range of riders, large backlit display offers adjustable speed and power settings but isn't removable
Rear-mounted battery and motor make the bike rear-heavy but afford space for bags and there are four pairs of bottle cage bosses for fluids or accessories
Heavier and a bit flexy due to the larger wheels and battery rack mount design, this is a conversion ebike vs. purpose built so there's more wire clutter, key must be left in to ride but collides with the rack if you pull the battery out for independent charging
Video Review
Introduction
Make:
Sun Seeker
Model:
Fat Tad Electric Trike
Price:
$2,435
($350 Shipping, Fully Assembled Ready to Ride)
Body Position:
Recumbent
Suggested Use:
Trail, Sand and Snow
Electric Bike Class:
Throttle on Demand (Class 2), Speed Pedelec (Class 3)
Promax Mechanical Disc with 160 mm Rotors, Wuxing Levers with Motor Inhibitor and Parking Latch
Grips:
Flat Foam, Locking
Saddle:
Alloy Frame, Padded Mesh
Seat Post:
Rans Style Seat Slide
Rims:
Alloy, 20x54mm 36 Hole, Punched Out
Spokes:
Stainless 14G, Black
Tire Brand:
Chao Yang, 20" x 4"
Wheel Sizes:
20 in (50.8cm)
Tire Details:
5 to 20 PSI, 1.4 Bar, Nylon
Tube Details:
Schrader Valve
Accessories:
Bolt-on Rack with Pannier Blockers 25 kg Max Weight, Adjustable Angle Seat with Removable Cover, Adjustable Length Boom, Heavy-Duty Torque Arm for Motor Mount
Other:
Locking Removable Battery, 1.5 lb 3 Amp Charger, KMC Z Chain, 300 lb Max Load
26 mph (42 kph)(Adjustable Speed, PAS Sensitivity, Current)
Written Review
The Sun Seeker Fat Tad fills me with excitement and a sense of “go anywhere” adventure even without the electric motor systems that Electric Bike Technologies has added here… The fat tires, full suspension setup and soft adjustable seat make it feel like floating as you ride over grass mounds. In the video review above, one of the engineers (Alec) and I rode around a gravel parking lot, over some concrete blocks and across some hilly sections of grass occasionally catching air and skidding. It made me feel like a kid again, pushing the limits and grinning when we got away with a daring maneuver like riding on two wheels. While the rear mounted motor and nine-pound battery pack make it rear-heavy (and there is a bit of frame flex and wheel tilt), the trike performed surprisingly well and felt solid. An oversized torque arm secures the hub motor on the left rear dropout while a 90-degree metal angle protects the derailleur and motor cable on the right. You get 24 gears to pedal with, and that’s very nice given the 80 lbs of weight you’re moving around (in addition to yourself) but the trigger throttle with instant power significantly helps when starting. This is the kind of electric bike that you don’t have to pedal if you don’t want to… unless you’re ascending a steep hill starting from zero. There are grip shifters on both bars, a button pad on the left to control your power and speed and a trigger throttle on the right. To me, it sort of feels like a fighter jet, just the way you’re sitting and situated. Many times with recumbents, I get a headache from the weight of my helmet adding to my head, straining my neck so I can’t enjoy riding around. This is exacerbated by skinny tires and lack of suspension… so with the Fat Tad, the ride is much more comfortable and enjoyable. In some ways, it’s a large, heavy and inefficient platform but the battery and motor are powerful enough together that you overcome and end up go places and do things that other electric bikes and trikes just can’t… like sand, snow and soft Earth. It’s also more stable at rest and the seat is higher so mounting (squatting down) didn’t agitate my sensitive knee the way some of the sportier lower models sometimes do. Sure, you might have to buy a trailer for your car to pull this thing around (check Harbor Freight for cheap ones) and yes, there’s a $350 shipping fee unless you can drive to Pennsylvania and pick it up, but the price isn’t ridiculous at ~$2,500 and you get a solid warranty backed by a company that has been in the ebike business since 2010.
Powering this tadpole style recumbent electric trike is a rear-mounted internally geared hub motor putting out 500 to 1,000 watts at up to 45 Newton meters of torque. It’s zippy and you an hear a bit of electronic whirring in the video… but it’s not too pronounced given the large studded tires. I like that the motor is in the rear because you get more traction, especially with the battery pack and possibly some gear mounted above. The rack is done about as well as it can be from my perspective but the front struts are longer and nearly 10 of your 55 lb max weight is taken by the battery. Honestly, given the way the rack sways and flexes a bit, I’m not sure I’d overload it with gear. Probably aim for pannier side bags to keep weight low and reduce some of the flex. I love that there are extra bottle cage bosses to spread out cargo and make it easier to reach and I like the adjustable mesh saddle.
Powering the motor and LCD display is a sturdily packed 48 volt 10 amp hour battery pack. It’s filled with long lasting, lighter weight Lithium-ion cells but they aren’t the highest energy density or quality. I don’t love that the key has to be left in the battery pack and turned to on in order to ride the bike with power. It’s a minor gripe but there’s reasoning behind it because it can be difficult to reach in this position when pannier bags are added, it can snag them and if you try to pull the pack out without removing the key it will collide with the support rods on the rack and could bend or break. Not perfect but not a huge price to pay for a more open-source design. You can replace this battery more easily and with third party options down the line. The Electric Bike Technologies company, which owns E-BikeKit.com sells a range of options, has a long history of supporting their products and have not locked them off to other brands. So in the future when batteries are lighter or cheaper or just higher capacity you can still use your trusty old platform. And the Fat Tad is made from sturdy Steel tubing that should last. I guess the only other wish-list item I have regarding the battery is that it would power some lights or have a USB port for running portable electronics. It’s just a simpler design and that’s part of what keeps the price reasonable.
Activating the bike involves charging the battery (on or off the rack), inserting and turning the key, then pressing the power button on the control pad near the left grip. From here, the beautiful backlit LCD comes to life showing battery charge level, speed, power level and some ride stats. Depending on the level chosen, both pedal assist and throttle mode will be limited. This was a bit of a bummer to me because I sometimes ride in lower levels of assist then BOOST with the throttle to climb hills or catch up with friends. As it stands, you have to arrow up, up, up then boost. Now, the benefit of this moderated design is that it’s harder to get out of control and doesn’t require the fine hand motor skills to ease into the throttle at all times. You can set the power to level one or two and completely open the throttle without risk of getting out of control or going too fast. Depending on your courage to enter and explore the display, you can also adjust the power output, lower the maximum speed, turn off pedal assist or throttle and even map the power curve of a new battery so the display reads more accurately. That’s pretty cool, very few ebike systems I’ve tried allow all of this.
All things considered, this is not only a unique electric bike, it’s well supported and well priced. It might just be my favorite in the lineup from ElectricTrike.com but I actually love the Sun Traditional as well, just for how simple and useful it is with the rear basket. The knobby tires here do cut into your maximum achievable range and can make you feel paranoid that a hive of bees is right on your tail (due to the distinct noise they make). Do air them up to ~20 PSI for maximum efficiency and then down to as low as 5 PSI to handle snow and sand well. Note that the faster you ride, especially above 20 mph, the faster your battery will drain. This trike uses a few basic parts like the cheap plastic pedals and I wasn’t thrilled with how the cadence sensor was mounted (blocking the smallest chainring) or the limited range and adjustability of the suspension… but it got the job done. There’s only one size but the frame is fairly adjustable to fit a range of body types and the classic red color is fun. I’d like to thank Alec and Electric Bike Technologies for partnering with me on this review, they flew me out to see all of their ebikes and even filmed with me when I was sick! Thankfully no one got ill. This trike made me laugh and smile and I admired their American-built philosophy even though some of the parts just couldn’t be found without going direct to Asia. They partner with J&B for the frames but do some custom stuff locally as well as assembly, shipping and support. The bike is designed to arrive “ready to ride” in a huge box… that your cat or kids will love :)
Pros:
I love that in addition to offering rack-mounted storage in the back, there are several sets of bottle cage bosses (on the support bars of the seat and on the steering bars), this spreads weight out and allows for things like locks or fluids to be more accessible when riding
Given the 80 lb weight of the trike, I love that they offer 24 gears to work with and have upgraded to SRAM components
This is one of the only fat tire recumbent electric trikes I’ve ever seen and I love that it offers full suspension to boot! some of the components are lower-end but the price point is fantastic at ~$2,500
Highly adjustable boom and seat accommodates a range of riders and offers different body positions, I tend to prefer a more upright seat but others like the way-back aerodynamic setup… it’s all possible here
The wheels are all the same size making it easier to replace tubes and tires, I appreciate how comfortable fat-bike tires are when riding off-road as they span cracks and absorb vibration
You get lots of adjustability with the Electric Bike Technologies display including max speed, power and battery curve… their system is more open-source so you can use your own battery down the line if you want and even map its discharge for accurate battery readouts
I love that this trike offers throttle on demand to help you get moving as well as pedal assist, the throttle overrides assist for extra help if you’re pedaling along and need to pass someone or climb a hill
You can buy the motor, battery and display kit from Electric Bike Technologies and transform your own Sun Seeker Fat Tad if you’d like… they even have video tutorials and stuff
The hub motor was customized specifically for this bike, it offers more torque and is spoked into a fat tire with a longer 190 mm axle
Electric Bike Technologies is the parent company of E-BikeKit.com which has been doing kits since 2010 and is based in the US where much of the labor, accessorizing and customizing is performed… they still sell replacement parts and do service on some of their oldest kits which is reassuring
I liked how the seat was a little higher due to the fat tires, I didn’t have to bend down quite so far to sit and get back up
Three amp charger will fill the battery quicker and it’s built into an Aluminum case for strength, I’d probably toss it into a trunk bag and keep it with the bike on the rack all the time
Since this thing is kind of a beast and might take damage on rough terrain, I love that they sell replacement parts and it’s more modular… probably less expensive to repair
Cons:
Heavy and flexy, the Fat Tad Electric looks awesome but those big tires, rear-mounted battery, rear-mounted motor and mid-frame pivot point create a ride that isn’t especially stiff or responsive… it does feel stable however, given the three-wheel design
I’d probably limit how much cargo I stow on the rear rack because it’s mounted further out and already supports the 9.3 lb battery pack
I appreciate the disc brakes, one on each wheel which helps you corner, but would have opted for 180 mm rotors vs. 160 given the size and weight of the bike… I’d also love hydraulic vs. mechanical
Note that shipping costs $350 extra but the Sun Seeker Fat Tad arrives fully assembled and ready to ride, I like that you can opt to drive to Croydon Pennsylvania and pick it up if you so choose and save on shipping
The display panel is larger than normal which helps you read it but it’s mounted way up front, thankfully the control pad is on the left grip and easy to access while seated
Only one color option and one frame size but it’s adjustable and this simplification keeps the price down
This is a conversion trike meaning the motor, battery, display and wires were added to an existing non-electric bike… they did a good job setting it up and adding a torque arm but the overall look is less clean and some compromises were made to fit the throttle and button pad in, they aren’t perfectly easy to reach and use
I noticed that the cadence sensor sort of interfered with the front chainrings, perhaps that will be refined or was just setup incorrectly on my demo bike
Throttle power is limited by the level of pedal assist you choose, for a more aggressive off-road bike like this it would be nice if you could use full power at any time given the variable speed design of the trigger throttle… but at least the system does let you disable throttle or pedal assist, set a max speed or limit Amperage so it can be toned down for mellow riders or those with special needs
The key must be left in the battery pack when riding and if you have a keychain it could rattle around or snag on a pannier bag, you have to take the key out in order to pull the pack off or it could collide on the rack bars and bend
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Thank you for another excellent review Court. I own quite a few ebikes that all vary from one another quite a bit, but after watching your video of the test ride of this particular style and model, I have to say this might be the most fun. I can imagine just going full speed ahead on private property and doing all sorts of crazy maneuvers. I could even see this as the future of getting a really interesting electric trike racing league going . One complaint I have always had with my electric fat bikes is that you really have to be very careful when making sharp turns. This style looks like the turning part could now be the most fun. Thanks again and take care.
Hey Adam! Sounds like you’ve got a whole quiver of ebikes going. Indeed, the three-wheel fat tire design is pretty cool and empowering. You can still get it on two wheels when turning but it also slides a little depending on the surface. If you get one and start a racing league give me a ring so I can join in on the fun :P
I like to ride on trails and being in Florida most trails have sections of loose sand. A normal two wheel fat bike would just slide out and I would end up walking and pushing. Would a fat tire three-wheeler like the Sub Seeker Tad Electric bike allow me to ride through these soft sections or would the rear tire just spin? How about hills? Can this bike start and stop on hills using electric power only or is human power required?
I would like to hear from anyone with experience with this three wheeler. Thanks in advance for your help.
Hi Edward! I’ve done some riding on sand with two-wheel fat bicycles and noticed a huge difference when deflating the tires to 5 PSI. It sounds really low, but this allowed the tire to grip and not sink in. It also helps with steering. Here’s an example of me riding in the sand on a beach in Mexico with some friends.
As for the Sun Seeker Fat Tad, I think it could handle sand if the tire pressure was lowered too… it would be more stable than a two-wheel bike but you might need to pedal along and help if the sand got soft and you started climbing a hill. Most ebikes struggle when starting from zero and climbing or pushing through difficult terrain. I hope this feedback helps and do study the video so you can get your own insights.
Started looking at this as I’m in the market but noticed much higher price from their website ($2962) and THAT is for the dinky, 9 ah raw battery in a bag which sits on TOP of the rack, not the metal encased one that fits in the middle, which is up to $366 for the larger 20ah model. Price starts adding up fast so I’ll now look in a higher price range
Love ALL you do… this IS the real revolution we should be focusing on!
Glad you’ve enjoyed the site Dana, and yeah, sometimes prices change or I’m given the base price but shown a higher end product. Glad you’re finding your way and thanks for sharing your discoveries and thoughts here :)
As I’ve just relocated to northern Idaho where it’s snowy I’ve been pouring over your fat bike reviews… It seems the recombinant would be best for my 67 year old bad knees but I’m torn between this and the Rad mini, for portability… Or just a normal fat bike with a sturdy hitch mounted bike rack! So many choices, and never using a bike before! Primary use would b for improving my lower body leg strength and trips to the store… At these prices, versus the high-end bikes I could probably get both in the long run but which to choose first?
Small town, Post Falls… So no way to test um as I do full-time home care for my 90-year-old mom now… Decisions decisions! So glad there’s so much happening in this area of mobility. Thanks again for your passion and awesome detailed reviews
Hi Dana, I’m glad you’re enjoying the site! I know it can be tough to decide when there are so many choices AND you don’t have access to try in person. The RadMini is fairly stable because of the fat tires but those recumbents are cool too… just a lot heavier.
Hi Terry! I’m not sure but this would be a great thing to ask and you can reach the folks at ElectricTrike.com on their contact page here, the phone number is listed near the top of the page. Many e-bikes companies are indeed now offering financing.
Hi Court. Your and Alec’s Youtube video of this trike was the selling point for me to get for my wife. She loves it having only ridden 13 miles so far! One of the main features is the full suspension. The rear works great on our Trike. The front is immobile and by 200 lbs will not budge any movement out of either side in the front. When you watch your video review from the 21:15 to 21:39 section, you can see the front suspension travel. Any idea why I might not be getting any travel? I have had initial contact with Alec but I don’t think I am making myself clear to him, unfortunately. Kinda jarring at times with no operational front suspension. Anyway it is a great bike and because of you and your reviews, I now own 3 different electric bikes besides this one. Help, I cant afford a larger garage! Thanks
Hi Tom! The suspension issue is perplexing, maybe yours is adjusted differently? It’s difficult to say without being there in person, can you get it to move by pushing down (like if you get off the bike and push on it?) I hope Alex is also able to chime in because other than what was shared in this video, I don’t have much experience with the product. I’m glad you could at least use it to show what “should” be happening, even if yours is stuck for some reason?
Hi Alvin, if you’re interested in buying one of the Sun Seeker electric bikes, check out the official site here. If you want to get in touch with me personally, visit the contact page here which has an email form and my phone number :)
I follow your reviews on YouTube and the information that is provided is most helpful in developing a better understanding of the e-Bike world of options. I am interested in the Sun Seeker line of e-Trikes as I am now dealing with a host of spinal issues as well as severe peripheral neuropathy which, when combined, significantly limit my mobility. I need a heavy duty recumbent e-bike that would carry my 265 pounds and offer some degree of power assistance. I have looked over the entire line of Sun Seekers and I am still at a loss for which one would fit my needs. I do not think that I will be doing much off-road adventures and look mostly for getting out and about for some exercise in my local SF Bay Area community. Some hills and mostly rough public roads. Might you or your readers have any suggestions? Comments will be greatly appreciated.
Have you heard of the Terra Trike? It uses the Bosch Active Line Plus motor vs. a hub motor which provides good efficiency and reliability. I’ve been keeping an eye out for this to review at some point, it’s $4,499. I also like the Fat Tad here because it has a throttle and the big tires. For me, the big tires bring comfort and make it more versatile, but they do add weight and size… which could be limited in the Bay Area :)
Hello from good old Germany. I have a 18 year old handicapped daughter. This Bike would be perfect for her. Would you also ship to Germany. It would need to be recharged 230V. How much would it cost for me I’m really interested.
Hi Stephane, it sounds like the Fat Tad would be a great product for your daughter! I do not sell them, just review and share about them here at Electric Bike Review. Perhaps you can contact the company that manufactures them, here is their website: https://www.electrictrike.com/
Yep… big difference there ;) I hand weigh all of the bikes I review, so the bike you see on film is what I weighed and I used the same hand scale I use for all of the reviews here. I’m quite sure that the bike is heavier than 57lbs just based on what I weigh normal 2-wheel bikes at… many of them are ~55lbs. I hope this feedback helps reassure you of the actual weight and what to expect if you purchase one for yourself.
Hi Stephanie! We are actually in the process of reviewing more products like this, which are converted by a company called electric bike technologies. You can visit their official website here to email or call them about price and availability. I hope this helps you out and I appreciate your comment!
I am very enthusiastic about the Sun Seeker Fat Tad. I have logged 600 miles and it performs like new. I have way too much fun with this baby. It is really all its cracked up to be and then some.
These young entrepreneurs who make it work so well can not be commended enough. “Ya want a new lease on life?” Get one and you’ll see too. League of American Wheelmen Life member… Charlie.
That’s awesome Charlie! I’m glad to hear you’re enjoying the Fat Tad. I always thought it was one of the coolest fat tire ebikes around. Sounds like it’s holding up well, even after a bunch of ride time :D
The SunSeeker Fat Tad is so well thought out and built, it seems silly to bother with a wish list. If there were an option for a softer street ride and stronger brakes I would be even happier with it. It was great that when I damaged the computer cable to the front sprocket I was promptly sent a replacement under warranty. Thanks again to the Fat Tad geniuses for such a delightful and exceptional vehicle in the ebike world. Thanks to the reviewers for recommending the largest battery. I wholly concur.
Awesome! I enjoyed reading your comment, Charles. It sounds like you’ve been very happy with the bike! Thanks for the feedback, hope it continues to bring you joy :D
I note that the Sun Seeker Fat Tad for model year 2017 has a weight limit of 300 lbs, yet the 2019 model is listed at 250 lbs. I push that 250 lb limit. Is there a difference of 50 lbs. between two years. Would like to purchase the fat tad but have reservations on the weight
Hi Terry! My experience with weight ratings on most ebikes is that manufacturers generalize and aim low to protect themselves. Especially when it comes to smaller companies, I’ve heard them change the weight rating and even ask my opinion vs. measuring themselves (or asking the builders). What I see most frequently is 250lbs, but some will say 275lbs or 300lbs, and beyond that the spokes seem to come loose faster or even break. Frames don’t tend to break in half, but you might damage the headset or fork… the biggest factor seems to be spokes, unless you’re a hardcore downhill racer dropping off large rocks etc. I hope this general feedback helps you out ;)
adam
8 years agoThank you for another excellent review Court. I own quite a few ebikes that all vary from one another quite a bit, but after watching your video of the test ride of this particular style and model, I have to say this might be the most fun. I can imagine just going full speed ahead on private property and doing all sorts of crazy maneuvers. I could even see this as the future of getting a really interesting electric trike racing league going . One complaint I have always had with my electric fat bikes is that you really have to be very careful when making sharp turns. This style looks like the turning part could now be the most fun. Thanks again and take care.
ReplyCourt Rye
8 years agoHey Adam! Sounds like you’ve got a whole quiver of ebikes going. Indeed, the three-wheel fat tire design is pretty cool and empowering. You can still get it on two wheels when turning but it also slides a little depending on the surface. If you get one and start a racing league give me a ring so I can join in on the fun :P
ReplyEdward McDonald
8 years agoI like to ride on trails and being in Florida most trails have sections of loose sand. A normal two wheel fat bike would just slide out and I would end up walking and pushing. Would a fat tire three-wheeler like the Sub Seeker Tad Electric bike allow me to ride through these soft sections or would the rear tire just spin? How about hills? Can this bike start and stop on hills using electric power only or is human power required?
I would like to hear from anyone with experience with this three wheeler. Thanks in advance for your help.
ReplyCourt Rye
8 years agoHi Edward! I’ve done some riding on sand with two-wheel fat bicycles and noticed a huge difference when deflating the tires to 5 PSI. It sounds really low, but this allowed the tire to grip and not sink in. It also helps with steering. Here’s an example of me riding in the sand on a beach in Mexico with some friends.
As for the Sun Seeker Fat Tad, I think it could handle sand if the tire pressure was lowered too… it would be more stable than a two-wheel bike but you might need to pedal along and help if the sand got soft and you started climbing a hill. Most ebikes struggle when starting from zero and climbing or pushing through difficult terrain. I hope this feedback helps and do study the video so you can get your own insights.
ReplyDana Pearson
8 years agoStarted looking at this as I’m in the market but noticed much higher price from their website ($2962) and THAT is for the dinky, 9 ah raw battery in a bag which sits on TOP of the rack, not the metal encased one that fits in the middle, which is up to $366 for the larger 20ah model. Price starts adding up fast so I’ll now look in a higher price range
Love ALL you do… this IS the real revolution we should be focusing on!
ReplyCourt Rye
8 years agoGlad you’ve enjoyed the site Dana, and yeah, sometimes prices change or I’m given the base price but shown a higher end product. Glad you’re finding your way and thanks for sharing your discoveries and thoughts here :)
ReplyDana Pearson
8 years agoAs I’ve just relocated to northern Idaho where it’s snowy I’ve been pouring over your fat bike reviews… It seems the recombinant would be best for my 67 year old bad knees but I’m torn between this and the Rad mini, for portability… Or just a normal fat bike with a sturdy hitch mounted bike rack! So many choices, and never using a bike before! Primary use would b for improving my lower body leg strength and trips to the store… At these prices, versus the high-end bikes I could probably get both in the long run but which to choose first?
Small town, Post Falls… So no way to test um as I do full-time home care for my 90-year-old mom now… Decisions decisions! So glad there’s so much happening in this area of mobility. Thanks again for your passion and awesome detailed reviews
ReplyCourt Rye
8 years agoHi Dana, I’m glad you’re enjoying the site! I know it can be tough to decide when there are so many choices AND you don’t have access to try in person. The RadMini is fairly stable because of the fat tires but those recumbents are cool too… just a lot heavier.
ReplyTerry Ward
7 years agoIs there financing avalable
ReplyCourt Rye
7 years agoHi Terry! I’m not sure but this would be a great thing to ask and you can reach the folks at ElectricTrike.com on their contact page here, the phone number is listed near the top of the page. Many e-bikes companies are indeed now offering financing.
ReplyTom Nelson
7 years agoHi Court. Your and Alec’s Youtube video of this trike was the selling point for me to get for my wife. She loves it having only ridden 13 miles so far! One of the main features is the full suspension. The rear works great on our Trike. The front is immobile and by 200 lbs will not budge any movement out of either side in the front. When you watch your video review from the 21:15 to 21:39 section, you can see the front suspension travel. Any idea why I might not be getting any travel? I have had initial contact with Alec but I don’t think I am making myself clear to him, unfortunately. Kinda jarring at times with no operational front suspension. Anyway it is a great bike and because of you and your reviews, I now own 3 different electric bikes besides this one. Help, I cant afford a larger garage! Thanks
Tom
ReplyCourt Rye
7 years agoHi Tom! The suspension issue is perplexing, maybe yours is adjusted differently? It’s difficult to say without being there in person, can you get it to move by pushing down (like if you get off the bike and push on it?) I hope Alex is also able to chime in because other than what was shared in this video, I don’t have much experience with the product. I’m glad you could at least use it to show what “should” be happening, even if yours is stuck for some reason?
ReplyAlvin Tinsley
6 years agoHow can I get in touch with you?
Replycourt
6 years agoHi Alvin, if you’re interested in buying one of the Sun Seeker electric bikes, check out the official site here. If you want to get in touch with me personally, visit the contact page here which has an email form and my phone number :)
ReplyJohn Rauschkolb II
6 years agoI follow your reviews on YouTube and the information that is provided is most helpful in developing a better understanding of the e-Bike world of options. I am interested in the Sun Seeker line of e-Trikes as I am now dealing with a host of spinal issues as well as severe peripheral neuropathy which, when combined, significantly limit my mobility. I need a heavy duty recumbent e-bike that would carry my 265 pounds and offer some degree of power assistance. I have looked over the entire line of Sun Seekers and I am still at a loss for which one would fit my needs. I do not think that I will be doing much off-road adventures and look mostly for getting out and about for some exercise in my local SF Bay Area community. Some hills and mostly rough public roads. Might you or your readers have any suggestions? Comments will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks, JR 2.0
ReplyCourt
6 years agoHave you heard of the Terra Trike? It uses the Bosch Active Line Plus motor vs. a hub motor which provides good efficiency and reliability. I’ve been keeping an eye out for this to review at some point, it’s $4,499. I also like the Fat Tad here because it has a throttle and the big tires. For me, the big tires bring comfort and make it more versatile, but they do add weight and size… which could be limited in the Bay Area :)
ReplyStephan Deutschmann
6 years agoHello from good old Germany. I have a 18 year old handicapped daughter. This Bike would be perfect for her. Would you also ship to Germany. It would need to be recharged 230V. How much would it cost for me I’m really interested.
ReplyCourt
6 years agoHi Stephane, it sounds like the Fat Tad would be a great product for your daughter! I do not sell them, just review and share about them here at Electric Bike Review. Perhaps you can contact the company that manufactures them, here is their website: https://www.electrictrike.com/
Replywilliam west
6 years agoyou list the weight of the electric fat tad @ 80# but their web site 57#? That’s quite a discrep, doncha think.
ReplyCourt
6 years agoYep… big difference there ;) I hand weigh all of the bikes I review, so the bike you see on film is what I weighed and I used the same hand scale I use for all of the reviews here. I’m quite sure that the bike is heavier than 57lbs just based on what I weigh normal 2-wheel bikes at… many of them are ~55lbs. I hope this feedback helps reassure you of the actual weight and what to expect if you purchase one for yourself.
ReplyStephanie
5 years agoHi, my name is Stephanie Button, I love riding fat tire recumbent electric trikes! How can I get this product?
ReplyCourt
5 years agoHi Stephanie! We are actually in the process of reviewing more products like this, which are converted by a company called electric bike technologies. You can visit their official website here to email or call them about price and availability. I hope this helps you out and I appreciate your comment!
ReplyCharles Judd
4 years agoI am very enthusiastic about the Sun Seeker Fat Tad. I have logged 600 miles and it performs like new. I have way too much fun with this baby. It is really all its cracked up to be and then some.
These young entrepreneurs who make it work so well can not be commended enough. “Ya want a new lease on life?” Get one and you’ll see too. League of American Wheelmen Life member… Charlie.
ReplyCourt
4 years agoThat’s awesome Charlie! I’m glad to hear you’re enjoying the Fat Tad. I always thought it was one of the coolest fat tire ebikes around. Sounds like it’s holding up well, even after a bunch of ride time :D
ReplyCharles Judd
4 years agoThe SunSeeker Fat Tad is so well thought out and built, it seems silly to bother with a wish list. If there were an option for a softer street ride and stronger brakes I would be even happier with it. It was great that when I damaged the computer cable to the front sprocket I was promptly sent a replacement under warranty. Thanks again to the Fat Tad geniuses for such a delightful and exceptional vehicle in the ebike world. Thanks to the reviewers for recommending the largest battery. I wholly concur.
ReplyCourt
4 years agoAwesome! I enjoyed reading your comment, Charles. It sounds like you’ve been very happy with the bike! Thanks for the feedback, hope it continues to bring you joy :D
ReplyTerry Smith
3 years agoI note that the Sun Seeker Fat Tad for model year 2017 has a weight limit of 300 lbs, yet the 2019 model is listed at 250 lbs. I push that 250 lb limit. Is there a difference of 50 lbs. between two years. Would like to purchase the fat tad but have reservations on the weight
ReplyCourt
3 years agoHi Terry! My experience with weight ratings on most ebikes is that manufacturers generalize and aim low to protect themselves. Especially when it comes to smaller companies, I’ve heard them change the weight rating and even ask my opinion vs. measuring themselves (or asking the builders). What I see most frequently is 250lbs, but some will say 275lbs or 300lbs, and beyond that the spokes seem to come loose faster or even break. Frames don’t tend to break in half, but you might damage the headset or fork… the biggest factor seems to be spokes, unless you’re a hardcore downhill racer dropping off large rocks etc. I hope this general feedback helps you out ;)
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