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Earlier this month Rad Power Bikes announced they were increasing prices on some Rad Power Bikes models. According to the company, it has become much more expensive to build and ship their electric bikes. The cost increase is not specific to Rad Power Bikes or even the electric bike industry. Costs are going up and consumers are paying more for products. Let’s take a look at the price increases and below I’ll give my analysis. Changes are highlighted in bold.

As expected many of the models that I considered to be great buys went up in price. The RadMini was in my opinion the best value in the Rad Power Bikes fleet at $1,299. At the new price $1,499 it matches the price of the RadRunner 2 which was recently announced. Learn more about the RadMini on the Rad Power Bikes website.

We also saw the RadMission price rise $200 which is maybe the biggest surprise. There is a lot of competition at the $1000 price point and at the new price, it is more expensive than some electric bikes it competes with. It also makes the bike less accessible to those looking for a quality ebike at an affordable price. At this price, shoppers may also want to look at spending more to get one of the models with a bigger battery, suspension, LCD screen, and more powerful motor. See our RadMission review or take a look on the Rad Power Bikes’ website.

Back when the RadCity 5 Plus was announced I was surprised to see it priced $200 less than the RadRover Plus. At $1,799 it was a fantastic deal when looking at the entire Rad lineup. With the price increases, both Plus models are now $1,999. Both are solid electric bikes and I am a big fan of the semi-integrated battery, improved motors, hydraulic disc brakes, and dual LCD displays. Check out our RadCity 5 Plus and RadRover 6 Plus reviews or check out Rad’s website for more information.

The RadRunner Plus received just an incremental price increase of $100. At $1,899 it is now $400 more than the newly announced RadRunner 2. Still, if you want a blend of a cargo and moped-style ebike in a smaller package compared to the RadWagon, then the RadRunner Plus is a great choice. Compared to the RadRunner 2, you’ll enjoy the additional benefits of the LCD display, suspension, 7-speed derailleur, fenders, premium headlight, and included passenger package found on the RadRunner Plus. Check out our RadRunner 2 review. Dig more into the RadRunner Plus and RadRunner 2.

The RadWagon continues to be my personal favorite ebike in the Rad Power Bikes fleet. Its cargo-carrying capability is unmatched. Plus if you have kids it becomes even more of a mini-van replacement. It too received a $100 price increase to put it in line with the Plus models. Learn more in our RadWagon 4 review or check it out on the Rad Power Bikes’ website.

While it’s never nice to see price increases it is the reality of the current supply chain and increased costs of manufacturing electric bikes. Hopefully, these prices stay intact throughout 2022. If you’re looking at buying a Rad Power Bike and found this analysis helpful consider using this link before purchase.

Rad Power Bikes, the largest electric bicycle company in the US, is currently running a major sale with some of the best prices it has ever offered on many of its popular e-bike models.

It’s a no-frills bike because of its lack of a shifter, suspension, and even a kickstand. But it has everything else most urban riders need, including decent power, good city tires, built-in LED lights, and a choice of several colors across two frame styles.

For urban riders who want to add a bit more to their bikes than the RadMission offers, the RadCity 3 Step-Thru and RadCity 4 Step-Over e-bikes are both marked down from $1,599 to $1,399.

Both these models hit the same 20 mph top speed as the RadMission but add in suspension, gears, fenders, a rear rack, and an LCD screen, giving riders more features as standard equipment.

These are the last bikes in Rad’s lineup to offer the larger direct drive motors, as the company has switched all of its other models to geared motors.

If the RadMission sale wasn’t so good, I might say this was the headliner event. And it may still be. The RadRover 6 Plus is normally priced at $1,999 but is marked down to $1,299 during the sale.

That makes this 750W fat tire electric bike with dual displays, hydraulic disc brakes, front suspension, and 7-speed gearing one of the best-priced fat tire e-bikes in existence right now.

No company does things purely altruistically, even as much as Rad is pursuing its goal of replacing more cars with e-bikes. So where’s the rub? How is the money talking?

My two best guesses are that we’re either looking at an overstock issue — perhaps as a result of heavy purchasing during the springtime parts uncertainties — or that some new models are coming and Rad is moving out the old stock.

The RadCity 3 and RadCity 4 are already fairly old, so those make sense. The RadMission is over two years old now too, so that one could stand a refresher. The RadRover 6 Plus bikes aren’t really that old, though, so those really surprise me. What’s the reason for such a generous sale? Could they be that overstocked, or is there something else going on?

The LCD Display Upgrade provides additional information while riding, including Speedometer, Odometer, Trip Odometer, Average Speed, Max Speed, and Pedal Assist (PAS) levels 1-4. This replaces the stock LED display on the RadRunner, RadMission, and RadExpand.

It’s a promise we stand behind: If you find a lower price on a bike elsewhere, we will sell it to you for 10% less. For example, if you find a bike for $480 that we have listed at $500, we will offer you to buy it for $432 through BikeRide. The bike must be the same color and size, sold in the US and not include the use of a coupon.

If you find a lower price, email us at [email protected] with documentation of the price. We’re committed to making sure that the cost of a bike does not keep you from cycling!

My roommate and friend Dagny Daniel was in the market for an electric bike, and when she saw Rad Power Bikes was selling their entry-level e-bike for a $500 ($700 lower than its usual price), she jumped at the opportunity to buy it. When the bike came, Dagny put it together and charged it up, excited to hit the bike path.

But she’d only had it for a few days when the honeymoon period ended. Dagny and I were riding with a group of other people on bikes deep in the north Portland peninsula this past weekend when all the sudden, the lights on her bike turned off and the pedal-assist stopped working. (No, it wasn’t dead.) Eventually, we got it going again, but only briefly before it puttered out once more and she had to ride to back without any electric assistance or lights. Right now, the bike is sitting in our basement waiting for someone to figure out what went wrong and get it back in commission.

Dagny isn’t the only person who just bought a Rad Power bike. The e-bike company’s recent sale was very popular – turns out, $500 e-bikes sell like hotcakes. On my own Twitter feed, I heard dozens of accounts of people buying their first electric bikes because of this sale. One particularly exciting anecdote was from someone who said that the person who delivered their bike was so inspired by all the boxes of bikes he was delivering that he decided to get one for himself.

Some e-bike advocates saw the success of this sale as an indication that there’s a demand for electric bikes that should be met with more rebate programs. The popularity of such programs in places like Colorado has shown that people are interested in buying e-bikes at reduced rates and once they have the bikes, they often become game-changers for reducing their car use.

But Dagny’s experience made me wonder if there are more people who have had trouble with their new Rad Power bikes and how local bike shops are dealing with it.

Rad Power is based out of Seattle, and they have brick-and-mortar service centers in some other cities in the United States and Canada (but not in Portland). They used to operate a mobile repair service in some other cities, including Portland, so people could get help directly from Rad Power, but they cancelled that program a few months before the big sale. (According to Rad Power’s website, local mobile bike repair service Velofix is still available to help.) This has left some bike shops in a lurch.

Employees at the The eBike Store in the Piedmont Neighborhood express skepticism about direct-to-consumer electric bike companies like Rad Power. Andrew Schnell, a sales employee at the bike shop, says he thinks they’ve been able to hone in on an important market of people who want functional, non-luxury electric bikes at an affordable price.

The least expensive bike sold at the eBike store is $2500 – twice as much as what the RadMission usually costs, and five times as much as its sale price. Schnell said he thinks it’s worth the cost for a better quality bike that you can get serviced locally, but he understands why people are hesitant to pay that much for a bike.

Schnell said he has had trouble getting ahold of people from Rad Power when he has questions about their bikes, so the shop is limited in what it can do to help people who run into problems with them. This has meant some angry customers leaving one-star Yelp reviews for the eBike Store, which never claimed to be a Rad Power retailer or service shop in the first place.

There are several stores in Portland that Rad Power owners have said will service their bikes. Rad Power’s website lists the Bikeologist Mobile Bicycle Repair and Upcycles as options for people who want to get help in-person. But part replacements for Rad Power bikes are hard to come by right now because of all the demand.

Thankfully, experiences like Dagny’s seem rare. When I tweeted asking for people’s experiences with their new Rad Power bikes, I received overwhelmingly positive reports, and most people writing reviews online are very pleased with their purchase. (And by the way, Dagny isn’t giving up on her bike – she’ll get back on the seat as soon as she can, but it might take some time to find someone who can help.)

Schnell acknowledges that his exposure to the bikes is more likely to be negative because people are coming to the bike shop with their grievances. But his overall takeaway is that because this industry is fairly new, there are going to be some kinks to work out as e-bikes stake their place as a popular mode of transportation.

Taylor has been BikePortland’s staff writer since November 2021. She has also written for Street Roots and Eugene Weekly. Contact her at taylorgriggswriter@gmail.com

Rad Power Bikes was founded in 2015 and unlike most electric bike manufacturers, the American company sells exclusively direct-to-consumer in the U.S., Canada, and Europe. It does have a showroom in Seattle, Washington, and one in Vancouver, British Columbia, but the majority of its sales are over the Internet. This allows the company to keep its prices low, between $1,699 and $2,299 Canadian, depending on which of the nine models you buy. For this review, we were given the flagship RadRover 1 Step-Thru Electric Fat Bike which comes with a price tag of $2099.

It’s important I mention up front that I live in the mountainside community of Nelson, British Columbia and we’re a bike snob city. This is where modern freeride mountain biking levelled up at the turn of the Century and where legends Mike Kinrade, Robbie Bourdon, and Kurt Sorge hail from. It’s common to see unlocked $2,000 bikes propped around downtown and that’s because most everyone else are on $5,000 bikes. Whether for pavement or dirt, fat-tired or electric, we love our bikes. In fact, my small family has ten of them, including two ebikes, so I was looking forward to seeing how the RadRover 1 Step-Thru Electric Fat Bike would hold up to the competition on the steep streets and gravel backroads.

I am not a bike mechanic but damn am I good at building an electric bike. At least, that’s how I felt when I assembled all the components of the RadRover 1 Step-Thru Electric Fat Bike in 20 minutes.I was riding the thing half an hour after opening the box. True story. That’s a testimony to how much thought Rad Power Bikes have put into the unboxing and assembly of their products. As for the initial riding experience, I was impressed with the power of the 500w motor: within seconds of my inaugural spin I punched in pedal assist level five and was motoring up Cedar Street, a notoriously steep stretch of road in Nelson, and barely pumping my feet.

The LCD display screen is positioned in the centre of the handlebars and is intuitive to use: I didn’t have to refer to the instructions to figure out the pedal assist functioning, watt meter, trip odometer and more.  I will say that I found the geometry of the RadRover a bit awkward but I’ll chalk that up to the fact most of my bikes have a more aggressive geometry and I’m not used to sitting upright on a saddle. Someone who’s relatively new to bikes or who hasn’t ridden one in a while will find the RadRover super friendly, especially with the low step-thru frame. In fact, that’s who I think would love this bike: a baby boomer who wants to get back into bicycling but who’s looking for the added boost from an electric motor as well as the security from extra-wide 4″ tires.

That said, our publisher Peter also took the electric bike to test it and says he barely had a chance to give it a proper go because his teenaged son absconded with it. Which is fine, Peter says, because it meant there was a stretch where he didn’t have to drive his kid to school. As for my child, at two years old he wasn’t about to take the RadRover out on his own so I connected the chariot to the bike and tested the motor’s power. I will say that under load, the ebike’s performance was underwhelming – I had to grovel hard up the steep streets with 58 pounds of chariot and toddler in tow. With battery and frame, the RadRover tops out around 65 pounds which means if the ever battery dies while you’re out and about, not even Usain Bolt could peddle it uphill.

Rad Power Bikes claims the RadRover can go over 72 kilometres on a single charge but that must apply to those living in the prairies: given the steep streets of where I live, and the fact I prefer using the highest pedal assist mode, I got less than half that. To recharge the battery, it’s a simple matter of using the provided 48V, 2 Amp charger and plugging it in to a normal wall socket. It took about four and a half hours to get the battery level from near empty to full again. The other components I like about the RadRover are the integrated lights, the wide tires, the twist grip throttle that’s really fun for blast-offs from full stops, as well as the provided pedals, which are aluminum, not plastic. That said, the other components on the ebike fall on the cheap side. I had never heard of the the motor manufacturer Bafang before and the RST front suspension fork feels like it might implode if I ever took it on one of the singletrack trails around here. But, of course, that’s not what this ebike is made for: it’s a good all-rounder that’ll take you comfortably from easy gravel terrain to easier pavement.

I think Peter said it best when I asked him his opinion of the RadRover and he replied, “It’s fun…and my kid loves it.” Despite the fact we’re all bike snobs in this town, any bicycle that gives us a bit of electric boost is fun. If you’re looking to get into the electric bike world and don’t want to spend a lot of money at the start, the RadRover could be what you need.

Last year, Rad Power Bikes released the RadRunner, a fat-tire electric utility bike with a beguiling look, a simplified-but-not-underpowered drivetrain, and an affordable price tag. The response was so great that the Seattle-based company wanted to build on the buzz with an upgraded version, which it dubbed the RadRunner Plus. And it looks great.

The original RadRunner was the company’s most affordable model (only $1,299) because Rad Power Bikes left out many of the features that typically make for a more expensive price tag. Now, with the RadRunner Plus, many of those features have been added back in to make for a more comfortable, adaptable, and expensive experience.

First of all, the RadRunner Plus (which will only have a limited run) will retail for $1,699. That makes it Rad Power Bikes’ most expensive model, but it’s still more affordable than a lot of e-bikes on the market today. What do you get for that extra $400? A seven-gear shifter, front suspension fork, LCD display, front and rear fender, and a front LED rock-resistant halo light. The Plus will also come standard with the accessories for a rear passenger seat, including a padded seat, rear pegs, and skirt guard. (Those cost extra with the original RadRunner.)

There’s also a new silver paint job and leather “espresso”-colored handlebar grips and seat. But the core look and motor remain the same. The RadRunner Plus is available for preorder in the US, Canada, and Europe starting on March 26th, though deliveries won’t start until July for North America and August for Europe. In the meantime, the company says it will lower the price of the original RadRunner for North American customers to $1,199.

The RadRunner Plus can “cross a lot of use cases and customer categories,” Rad Power Bikes CEO Mike Radenbaugh told The Verge. He recalled that the customers that come to pick up their bikes at his company’s retail shops arrive in a wide variety of vehicles, from expensive Ford F-350s and Teslas to 30-year-old Subarus with a million bumper stickers to Uber and Lyft vehicles. The RadRunner Plus is a bike that “touches everyone,” he said.

Radenbaugh says he envisions the RadRunner — and now, the RadRunner Plus — as the ultimate e-bike for city-dwellers. It’s lighter weight than the company’s other models, with a drop-frame and rear rack that make it more versatile. And while the company is pulling back on some of its expansion plans in response to the coronavirus pandemic, Rad Power Bikes’ facilities have been deemed “essential businesses” and will remain open to respond to customer orders for the duration.

Whether you’re looking for a mountain bike, a car replacement, or a convenient commuter, there’s an electric bike out there for you. According to the market research firmNPD Group, ebike sales skyrocketed by almost 91 percent in 2017 over the previous year. That"s a lot of bikes.

Ebikes are versatile, they burn less fossil fuel, and you can ride one and still get your exercise in! But they’re not cheap. Rad Power Bikes CEO Mike Radenbaugh wanted to make electric bikes more accessible, and he made choices that shave critical dollars off the price tag.

For example, Rad Power Bikes is a direct-to-consumer company, so there"s no retail markup. And rather than relying on exclusive partnerships with trusted names in the ebike motor business, like Shimano, Yamaha, or Bosch, Radenbaugh has opted to work with multiple vendors to build Rad Power’s own custom drivetrains.

Last week, the company is debuted its latest, the RadRunner, which is a hefty, big-wheeled utility bike. It has the mind-bogglingly low (for an ebike) price of $1,299, which is even lower given that the new Chinese tariffs have forced many other small bike manufacturers to hike up their prices. It’s hard to comment on its longevity after only a few weeks, but as of now, it’s hard to find a better bargain.

Perhaps influenced by my last bike-building debacle with the RadWagon, Rad Power"s electric cargo bike, the RadRunner arrived in the mail with many of the components already assembled and tuned. The building process was much, much easier this time. Rad Power Bikes assured me that, aside from a different box and fewer included accessories, customers will also experience this easier assembly process.Paris Gore/Rad Power Bikes

The RadRunner is a massive bike. It weighs 65 pounds, with a heavy aluminum step-through frame. The battery is mounted on the seat tube, with the 750-watt motor in the rear hub. Undoubtedly contributing to the weight are its fat wheels, slung with custom Kenda tires that have small, widely-spaced treads.

The rear rack is formidable. It has a 120-pound capacity, which puts my current rear rack’s 45-pound limit to shame. Rad Power also sent the plush seat, which fits on the rear rack for a child rider; the bike also has foot pegs for your young passenger to use.

The LED console is much simpler than the RadWagon’s LCD display, with just a few buttons to indicate battery life, to bump up the level of assistance, or to turn on Walk Assist. The battery’s range is also within the 25 to 45 miles promised by the RadWagon. Over the course of a week, I got three to four days of hour-long, aimless rides before I had to recharge it.

In Rad Power’s admirable attempt to create the most bike for the best value, the RadRunner is a mishmash of a few weird contradictions. It feels like a casual, upright cruiser but also has tremendous wheels, a high weight capacity, and a powerful 750-watt motor that can haul you and a lot of stuff up steep hills.

I easily got up to 20 mph with the pedal assistance set to high and was able to fly up 15- to 20-degree hills. Always keeping economy in mind, RadPower will also be offering a 250-watt model in Europe and a 500-watt one in Canada, where it may be less likely that riders will have to deal with steep hills.

Custom fenders, rear rack, reflective tires, and integrated lights make this folding electric fat bike commute ready. All of the add-ons fit well and don’t rattle or seem cheap. The bike is lighter and stiffer than previous generations, but still offers good comfort due to the higher volume 4″ knobby tires.

Safety is an important topic for me, but even more so when traveling because the environment may be unfamiliar, and when riding smaller bikes because you’re lower to the ground. For these reasons, I love that the RadExpand comes with puncture resistant reflective tires, a cheerful bell, bright integrated lights, and has a bright mode on the rear light when braking. The rear light housing is protected by the rack tubing, but not blocked. The front light has side cutouts to be visible from more angles. The frame comes in black or white, and the white would probably be safer when riding in low light conditions.

Rad Power Bikes custom engineers their frames and puts a lot of attention into the details of which components are used. Note the internally routed cables, gusset plates and welds to improve stiffness, large folding hinges and buckles with locks. They custom spec their batteries with high quality cells and custom designed the hub motor for power and efficiency.

I’ve always appreciated the high power of Rad Power Bikes motors, as well as their pedal assist plus throttle. The throttle can override any level of pedal assist to help you get started, climb easier, or catch up with a friend… all without having to click up or down on the pedal assist menu! Since the motors do exert high torque, and the frame is primarily aluminum alloy, it’s wonderful that they designed a small steel torque arm that’s mounted at the left rear dropout. This keeps the slotted motor axle from chewing into the frame over time.

Most Rad Power Bikes now use hub motors with left side cables that are tucked between the disc brake rotor and chain stay. This is a less vulnerable part of the bike, and it reduces clutter on the drivetrain side, near the derailleur. Even so, they still spec a steel derailleur guard! It came in handy for me during this review when the bike tipped over.

The steer post and handlebar were refined a bit for this model. Whereas before, the stem offered telescoping height and the handlebar was more flat, now the stem is fixed and the handlebar is a high rise. The result is that the bike feels sturdier and steering is more responsive, but you can still adjust the handlebar position and actually get more freedom for reach adjust. Note the extra long 390mm seat post that offers a range of fit options for small and medium sized riders. As with most folding ebikes, this one could feel a little cramped for super tall riders.

Rubberized ergonomic grips and saddle look great, don’t fill up with water, and provide good comfort. I’ve tested a bunch of seats, and this one is soft but not so wide that it will chaff your inner thighs when pedaling. It also has a handle built into the back that helps when lifting and folding the bike!

Some folding bikes do not provide a rubber band, magnets, or straps to help keep them from unfolding during transport, but the RadExpand does not! It comes with a very thick Velcro cinch strap! You could still use your own bungee cords or get an adjustable one like this to keep the bike extra secure when transporting in a car, boat, plane, RV, etc. but the Velcro strap is already above average in my opinion. I often place a towel or t-shirt between the frame components when folding and transporting to further reduce scratches, chips, and rattling noise. Some owners have purchased large plastic tubs to store the bikes that help to keep their cars clean and make lifting easier, and they posted about it in the forums here.

I appreciate that Rad Power Bikes is using the same battery pack for many of their ebike models because it allows you to loan them or find replacements more easily. Sure, the battery isn’t paint matched and isn’t hidden inside the frame like fancier bikes… but it’s also a lot less expensive, and it offers some cool locking features. You can turn the bike off while the battery is still locked to the frame if you wish.

You can charge the battery pack on or off the bike frame, and it is separate from the motor controller (which is bolted behind the seat tube). This reduces overheating and further reduces the cost of replacement batteries, since they are simpler. For best results, I have heard that you should store the battery in a cool, dry location. Extreme heat can damage the cells and extreme cold will stunt them and limit your range temporarily.

I love that Rad Power Bikes includes threaded eyelets on the steer tube for their optional front rack, on the downtube for a bottle cage or other accessory, and on their rear rack for mounting trays and baskets. There’s so much utility here, and the weight rating of the bike is pretty good at 275lbs with 59.6lbs on the rear rack and 30lbs on the optional front rack (which would subtract from the 275lbs).

I love that the optional front rack is frame-mounted so it won’t interfere as much with steering or tip the bike sideways when parked, like fork mounted racks often do. If you add this rack however, it does change how the headlight is mounted, and fixes it straight inline with the bike frame vs. turning as the bike turns.

The company has so many great accessories, including a large LCD display panel with built-in USB charging port. I love their colored pedals, baskets, pannier bags, child seat, and suspension seat post. All of these parts are identified on the website and list which bikes are compatible (most), and the customer support is generally very quick if you need clarification or confirmation.

I appreciate how approachable and stable the frame is. With such a low standover height, I didn’t have to tip the bike to one side in order to step over the frame. Once situated, the fat tires allowed me to kick off and begin pedaling without feeling too tippy, and I was able to ride no-handed very easily without any speed wobble.

The LED display panel is simple, but easy to understand and use. There are only four buttons, and the minus key doubles as walk mode activation, but they are well labeled. I appreciate that there’s a stand-alone lights button for de-activating the lights, because sometimes that’s nice when riding with friends or if you don’t want to ruin your night vision.

The RadMini models use a high-resolution 14 pulse cadence sensors, which makes starting and stopping more predictable. It’s a low profile design, that is less likely to get kicked or bumped when riding off-road. I love that they also included motor inhibitors on both brake levers, which immediately cut power to the motor for safety and reduced brake pad wear. It seems like they really dialed in the controller settings too, because the motor is smooth and predictable when starting vs. delayed or jerky.

While motor power differs depending on geography, Rad Power Bikes targeted the highest legal output. They also designed the half-grip twist throttle to perform as a twist-assist power increase mechanism for European customers. This means that although you need to continue pedaling for it to work, you basically get full power instantly vs. having to click the plus button repeatedly on the display panel. I think it’s actually safer, less distracting, and more intuitive than pedal assist without twist assist… and it’s useful to catch up to friends or cross a street easily before dropping back to a more efficient use of power.

The kickstand well positioned, clear of the left crank arm so you won’t get pedal lock when backing up the bike if it’s deployed. It has a wide plastic platform at the bottom to keep it from sinking in to soft terrain, and it works well if you’re loading the bike with gear.

Both wheels are built with 36 spokes using thicker 13 gauge wire for increased durability and weight capacity. I like that Rad chose to paint the motor casing, front hub, spokes, and rims black to match. In fact, all of the posts, bars, brake lines, fenders, and other little hardware pieces are black! Finally, they paint match the steel fork to match whichever color of bike you choose so it looks cohesive.

Above-average drivetrain for the price. You get a standard steel chainring with 48 teeth, but it has a plastic guide to prevent drops (especially when folded). The freewheel is 14 to 32 tooth vs. 14 to 28 tooth. Rad Power Bikes used to offer well-known Shimano parts on prior generations of this electric bicycle, but I actually liked the microSHIFT triggers they moved to because they require less reaching and finger pressure. I’m not sure if this move had to do with supply chain constraints, but the result is very acceptable.

I think the standard free shipping is a great option, and Rad Power Bikes has updated their box to include some fun artistic graphics that look fun and could be colored in by the artistic types, or their kids.

The company is growing its shop locations where you can test ride bikes, buy refurbished ones, get help with assembly, maintenance, and accessories. For most major cities, they partner with Velofix mobile delivery or have their own Rad Mobile Services vans that can drop your bike off for a bit of extra money. It’s nice to have that in person service considering how low the price point is for this and some of their other ebike models.

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Some sequels can never match the original, but the 5th generation of the Rad Rover electric fat bike is one of the most exciting evolutions yet. This titanic ebike has an appetite for adventure and its 4” wide tires will handle any kind of terrain out there. While there are plenty of new fat ebikes on the market, riders and reviewers rave about the Rad Rover 5 for its smoother ride feel and impressive design touches. Practice makes perfect and Rad Power Bikes has learned a lot from their past editions of the Rad Rover so this $1,699 model is one of the best ebikes available for the money.

Rad Power Bikes was one of the first brands to electrify fat bikes and has maintained a great track record since then. Rad Power leverages its high praise and loyal following to improve the Rad Rover in each iteration. The 2020 Rad Rover 5 E-Bike is much more refined than the original but is fairly similar to the earlier 2019 model. The 2019 version brought aboard a whole list of upgrades but the Rad Rover 5 has almost the exact same specs— and costs $200 more. In late 2020, Rad Power Bikes increased prices across their fleet. That said, the bikes are still a superb package at a solid value.

The Rad Rover5 characteristic fatness comes from its 4” wide Kenda Juggernaut tires, each outfitted with a K-Shield puncture resistant lining. The tread pattern is plenty grippy in tough conditions and won’t be overkill on pavement sections. The Rad Rover Fat Tires run especially well at low pressure so you can ride safely in the winter and enjoy messy mud or shifty sand. Sleek reflective sidewalls will keep you seen from all angles. The lack of punched-put rims, however, make the wheels relatively heavy and contribute to the bike’s beefy weigh-in of 69 pounds.

Almost hidden from sight, the rear geared hub motor delivers a notable 750 watts of power. The motor comes from the reliable Bafang brand and includes a 12-magnet cadence sensor for smooth acceleration. For the mid-tier price, these components on this Rad Electric Bike are intelligent choices. The motor strains slightly on steep terrain but operates quietly. Opting instead for a mid-drive motor and torque sensor would enhance the experience but could send the price tag sky high. Rad Power Bikes understands hardcore eMTB riders are not its target clientele. Still, the motor overperforms for the price and makes the husky bike surprisingly easy to handle. The bike is rated to fit riders 5’4” to 6’2” but there is a step-thru option for smaller or less mobile users. The semi integrated battery from Samsung charges in 6 hours and is removable so indoor charging in the winter is a breeze.

The capabilities on rough terrain make trail riding fun and add comfort to more casual cycling too. 80 mm of front suspension is a huge plus and is paired with lockout and preload settings. The suspension fork on this Rad Rover Electric Bike utilizes a quick release skewer instead of a much sturdier thru-axle to support the heavy bike. The 5 pedal assist levels offer plenty of choices and the half-twist throttle can get the RadRover 5 top speed upto 20 mph. You can easily disconnect the throttle cable to legally ride mountain bike trails if your local rules prohibit throttled ebikes. Review tests confirm that the Rad Rover 5 can go over 45 miles on a single charge using moderate pedal assist.

The Shimano drivetrain and mechanical disc brakes are appropriate and cost effective options. The wide range cassette and chain guard are nice touches but the SIS index shifter is an antiquated piece of tech that feels clunky to use. The Rad Rover 5 slows down with Tektro Aries 180 mm mechanical disc brakes that cleverly link up to the rear brake light.

The RadRover 5 Weight is 69 pounds, without cargo.  This make the bike better off with hydraulic brakes but it the mechanical option keeps costs manageable running disk brakes instead.

The Rad Rover 5 truly shines with its outstanding accessories and design touches. Rad Power Bikes offer a long list of add-ons to choose from if you want to purchase racks, panniers, seat post suspension, or a phone mount.

The bright LCD display provides more stats than comparable units and the battery includes a USB port to keep your phone fully charged! Even when the bike is loaded with cargo, the kickstand and bike set up keep it stationary and stable. The integrated front light should be paired with an additional lamp for safe night riding. The rear light is a well-designed brake light, a rare feature even on fancier ebikes.

The fenders are plastic rather than tougher aluminum but hold up quite well to debris. A more-useful-than-you’d-think handle at the back of the seat helps maneuver the hefty bike. Expectations for ebikes continue to climb but the Rad Rover 5 delivers a serious level of comfort and rideability.

The Rad Power Bikes RadRover 5 is a welcome addition to the already well-loved fleet of ebikes from Rad. A few tweaks from last year’s model boost performance but the fun fat bike package remains largely the same. If it’s not broke don’t fix it, right?

The Rad Rover 5 ($1,699.99) is an adventure machine for any season. If you can’t choose between performance and comfort, don’t worry, you won’t have to. Riding a  Rad Fat Tire bike like this, you’ll be cracking a smile without knowing it— and maybe even without pedaling.

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The team at Electric Bike Report put our heads together and chose 16 e-bikes we’ve deemed the Best Electric Bikes of 2023. Some of these e-bikes are new for this year, but some are ol’ reliables that are tried, tested and still hold true as the best in their class.

As with every list of best e-bikes, ours has some nuance as to why a specific bike was picked — ranging from value and componentry to overall ride feel. We’ve also leaned heavily on e-bikes we’ve tested in-house, though there are a few e-bikes here that were picked based on merit and reputation alone.

Whether you’re looking for the best e-bike for older riders, the best electric commuter bike or the best electric beach cruiser, this list will point you towards what we think are the best in each category.

In a fast-growing sea of products, how did we make our picks for the best e-bikes? The answer to this question varies depending on the bike and category. But in every case, these e-bikes were picked through consensus among our team of expert e-bike testers.

Some bikes, such as the Aventon Aventure electric fat bike, leapt out as obvious frontrunners during testing. While others, like the Blix Aveny Skyline and Ride1UP 700 Series, were sleeper contenders chosen for very specific reasons. But in all cases, we evaluated the bikes based on a few key criteria, mainly:

Value: How much e-bike are you getting for your dollar? The e-bike market has grown flush with overpriced and under-spec’d electric bikes that don’t offer much value. Every bike on this list we’d call fairly priced.

Components and extras: What else comes with the e-bike? Does it come with racks, bags, lights and fenders, and do those accessories make sense? Is there anything else that should be included but isn’t?

Does it offer something unique?: In a market chock-full of options, what’s unique about this bike that sets it apart from the competition? There are many categories of e-bike — particularly at the more affordable end of the spectrum — that are flush with copycat brands and e-bikes that just aren’t that special. We’re looking for the ones that are.

What does the manufacturer say it was built for?: What was this bike designed to do, and how well does it execute that purpose? Of course you can choose to use your bike however you’d like, but we want to make sure the e-bikes on this list function as advertised.

How does it actually ride?: Last but not least, the most important question: Does the e-bike ride well? Most of these e-bikes we know intimately through rigorous testing.

It has all the typical accouterments you’d expect from a sub-$2,000 electric fat bike: A 750W motor, a suspension fork and a solid component package — but where the Aventure sets itself apart are in its little details. Details like its full-color LCD display, metal fenders, hydraulic disk brakes and a slightly larger than average battery. Or the fact that this is one of the few e-bikes in this category and at this price point with a fully integrated battery that blends seamlessly into the frame.

All these small things add up into an e-bike that feels much more expensive than it is. It rides stable and inspires confidence in rougher terrain, and did we mention it’s really quick? Electric Bike Report has reviewed both the standard Aventure and the Aventure Step-Through and both put up some of the quickest times we’ve recorded on our test hill and our test circuit.

The Aventure has retained the top billing on our list of the best electric bikes for over a year, and it’s continued to be one of our go-to e-bikes on filming days for hauling all gear and camera equipment. Its overall performance and utility has so far stood the test of time.

One of the most confidence inspiring affordable e-bikes on the market, with good power, good componentry and the backing of one of the most reputable e-bike brands.

Its moped-style seat, small wheels, built-in rear rack and semi-ridiculous BMX handlebars give the Runner Plus a quirky style that takes a little getting used to. But when you’re on the bike, it all just makes sense. It handles quick despite its 74.3 lb heft, and its funky frame design is actually functional: Rad’s built booko accessory options that either attach to the rear pannier-style rack and they make a big tank-style box that fits between your legs.

It’s powered by a 750W rear hub motor and a 672Wh battery that’s situated below the seat, which offer plenty of oomph for carrying people, cargo or just quickly getting around town. There’s also a twist throttle and the Runner Plus comes with a bench seat mounted to the rear rack and foldable foot pegs that make it pretty comfortable to take a friend.

It’s not just one of our favorite e-bikes, but it feels hands down like one of the year’s best electric bikes. We think the RadRunner Plus is a spectacular option for anyone looking for one bike that can do a little of everything.

Because this e-bike has 20-in. wheels, the mechanical disc brakes provide adequate stopping power, but hydraulic discs modulate better and would be more befitting of a “plus” model.

With the ability to carry up to 200 lbs. And a longer-than-usual rack, the Blix Dubbel is a utility bike that can double as a child carrier. Riders with long commutes will love that it can be ordered with two batteries.

Ride1UP’s 700 series found its way to our best electric bikes list because we’re still scratching our heads how they packed this much value into an electric commuter bike.

A long-reigning favorite among our staff, the Level looks nice, is appropriately outfitted and is just plain fast. Featuring an Enviolo continuously variable gearing drivetrain, a Gates belt drive and a powerful MPF mid-drive motor, this is a very versatile e-bike.

It may not be the fanciest or highest-spec’d folding electric bike on the market, but by golly it’s hard to deny the popularity and value of the Lectric XP 3.0.

The Electric Bike Report staff is always watching for e-bike sightings out in the wild. We like to know what people are riding and why, and Lectric XP series is arguably our most frequent sighting. It’s popular for very good reasons: Not only is it remarkably cheap (in terms of price, not feel) at just about $1,000, it’s actually a terrifically fun e-bike.

This is Lectric’s third iteration of their XP folding fat tire e-bike. This new version, released in 2022, comes with a 500W motor, a suspension fork, mechanical disk brakes on 180mm rotors and a 48V, 10.4Ah battery that has a pretty decent range (for its size). Toss in recent editions like a rack that can support 150lbs (and a buddy with the right accessory package), revamped contact point’s that are softer and more.

That spec sheet on its own is quite value packed at this price, but we’re not recognizing this bike for its components — we like it for its ride. The XP 3.0 is a meaty little folding bike that reminds me of those old Honda three-wheelers popular back in the late 80’s. It’s not super fast or overly nimble, but it romps around like no other and feels like it won’t let you down.

The Lectric XP 3.0 stole our hearts for its sheer affordability and fun factor. To be clear: There are more premium folding bikes that cater to different needs, but this one seems like the people’s champion for affordable folding e-bikes. Of all the e-bikes listed on this best electric bikes list, there may not be a more affordable and versatile one of the bunch.

With its low step-thru frame, big tires and suspension fork, this is a comfortable and easy to ride e-bike perfect for commuters or anyone short on storage space

Rad Power Bikes really overhauled the latest iteration of their uber-popular commuter. The RadCity 5 Plus came equipped with a host of new parts on top of a freshly redesigned look. We were such fans of how the new RadCity came together that it easily sprang to our minds to be included on our list of best electric bikes.

The aesthetics upgrade is apparent: Rad swapped an exterior battery pack for a semi-integrated, frame-mounted battery. The modern paint job on a classic dutch-styled bike is a marriage that works quite well too. Rad also employed the use of a dual display set-up we rarely see which breaks up the information in a good way.

Powering the bike is a 672Wh battery and a 750W geared rear hub motor. Rad has dialed in the electronics to smoothly engage while riding and keep the rider comfortable and in control.

Not only does it roll well, but it stops well too. We tested both the step-through and high-step versions of the RadCity Plus’ frame and in both brake tests the RadCity was among the top performers in bikes we’ve ever tested. The NUTT hydraulic disk brakes with 180mm rotors perform very well and seem like the right spec choice.

Add in the 59.5 lbs capacity rear rack, 50 mm suspension fork, fenders and front and rear integrated lights and this e-bike will check nearly all the boxes on your commuter wishlist.

This is a very full-featured commuter with great lines, a powerful motor, front suspension and includes a commute-ready package with fenders, lights and rear rack.

Most e-bike companies produce a wide array of models. They may have a cruiser, a commuter, an all-terrain model and may even have a cargo e-bike. Himiway has gone a little different direction. Every one of their e-bikes sports fat tires at least 4 in. wide, making the cushy ride of a fat bike a signature part of their appeal.

Himiway delivers in four key areas on nearly all of the bike in their lineup: the bikes are big, fast, provide all-day battery life, and they don’t break the bank. So what makes them so good for big and tall riders? Well, the heavier a bike’s payload (rider + load) the more power is required to move the rider. Having an exceptionally sizable battery offers a rider some reassurance that they can do a full commute and not worry about running out of battery. And an 840Wh battery is uncommon on bikes going for less than $2000.

The hallmark of a Himiway bike is the motor hits the pavement fast and hard. The larger batteries enable the programming to hold little back as there is plenty of battery to draw from, so when the bike promises class three speeds it will get there regardless of how heavy a rider or payload on the bike is. It’s quicker than most on hills too.

We like that they include lights and a rear rack to make the Himiway Cruiser as versatile as possible. It makes for a pretty killer value on the bike all around.

You don’t have to be a bigger or taller rider to appreciate what the Himway Cruiser can do, but it definitely checks that particular box on our list of the best electric bikes.

400 lbs of payload capacity alone make it a compelling option, but the bike offers much, much more. The motor and battery life are inviting for all day fun on the Mokwheel Basalt.

Shopping for an e-bike that retails for less than $1000 can be a mixed bag. We understand people wanting to stretch a dollar as far as possible, especially with inflation being what it is. However, there’s a point of diminishing returns where the sacrifices made to reach the low price have eroded the e-bike’s quality to a point we don’t feel good recommending. The Lectric XP Lite bucks that trend by offering one of the most affordable e-bikes we’ve ever given a thumbs up.

Rather than design an e-bike from the ground up to be affordable, Lectric took the approach of putting their very successful XP 2.0 on a diet. Lectric eliminated the suspension fork, rack, fenders and multi-gear drivetrain to achieve a price anyone in the market for an e-bike can afford.

In removing those elements, the XP Lite lost weight and Lectric was able to capitalize on that by spec’ing a 300W motor and 374Wh battery, which gives it nearly the same range as the XP 2.0. Its 46-lb. weight makes it one of the easiest-to-fold e-bikes we’ve encountered.

When looking for the best blend of light weight and affordability, the XP Lite is tough to beat. A 70-lb. e-bike can be difficult for smaller riders to manage as well as elderly riders who may have lost strength; we appreciate an e-bike with such a broad appeal.

There really isn’t much you could do differently with this bike without increasing cost. It fits the bill for being a fun, practical folder for riders on a budget

The single-speed drivetrain was a key part of hitting this price, but it will make hills a bigger challenge and practically necessitates PAS 5 usage on steeper grades

We don’t often see Class 3 e-bikes that are unquestionably affordable, and even with the powerful Shengyi motor, the bike is spec’d with quality parts.

The Blix Aveny Skyline isn’t the lowest step-over height of any bike we’ve tested. So why is it taking the crown on the step-through category of our best e-bikes list? Because it balances frame rigidity with ease of access. The top tube is low enough for most but the fact that it’s still there is important for the bike’s ride quality. You won’t notice the wallowy or flexy ride that so often plagues step-through e-bikes, which is confidence-inspiring in corners and when you’re looking to ride it for years to come.

Aside from being easily accessible, this e-bike it’s beautifully simplistic to ride too. It resides within the small category of e-bikes that feel remarkable to ride without any motor assistance.

Thanks to it’s comfortable orientation, the Blix Aveny Skyline is inviting and approachable for those who may be concerned with throwing a leg over a traditional diamond frame.You’ll also turn a few heads with its classic car-esque paint job.

With its combination of affordability and super-low standover height, this is one e-bike that is always easy to recommend. It ships as a Class 2 e-bike, but can be unlocked to achieve a Class 3 max speed of 28 mph.

Seniors often have someone different priorities than younger folks when shopping for an e-bike. The concerns we hear repeatedly are: something that has a step-thru frame with low standover to make getting on and off the e-bike easy; an upright seated position that is easy on an old neck; and calm handling for reflexes that aren’t quite so quick as they used to be. Of course, it never hurts to find all this in an affordable package, which is why we named the Aventon Pace 500 in its step-thru design as our favorite e-bike for seniors.

Among the many things we appreciate about the Aventon Pace 500 is the fact that this e-bike weighs less than many comparable models. Suspension forks, big tires, racks, baskets and fenders all add weight to a bike and at 52 lbs., the Aventon Pace 500 is an e-bike that’s easy to manage.

Its 500W brushless hub motor is surprisingly powerful and does a great job of delivering a rider up to 20 mph either with pedal assist or throttle. It can also be “unlocked” in the smartphone app to achieve Class 3 performance, something its 8-speed Shimano drivetrain can handle.

The Aventon Pace 500 comes in two different frame designs, both a traditional frame and a step-thru and both versions are available in two sizes. For seniors who have lost flexibility, finding a bike that is comfortable is important and with four choices, they are more likely to find a size that is comfortable. The adjustable stem is a great touch for dialing in the reach.

Few bikes we have reviewed has exceeded their range estimates as impressively as the Aventon Pace 500. They claim a range of roughly 40 mi., but in our test we achieved 58 mi. in PAS 1 and 28 mi. in PAS 5.

This very practical bike comes in two frame designs and is outfitted to allow a rider to leave their car in the garage. Its upright position is very comfortable and it includes a throttle to save tired legs.

The cruiser vibe has always been about a bike that is easy to ride, comfortable to sit on and relaxed enough in its handling that the rider can look around and see the sights. The Blix Sol Eclipse is a cruiser that respects all that and then adds some oomph. We hadn’t really ever asked the question, “How do you make a cruiser even easier to ride?” but that’s exactly what the Blix Sol Eclipse does for riders.

With a 750W hub motor, a 614Wh battery and a 7-speed drivetrain, the Blix Sol Eclipse makes the riding just as easy on hills as it does on a flat bike path. And while most people don’t go for long rides on a cruiser, with the speed it propels riders to, making use of its 45-mi. range doesn’t seem like too much fun in the sun.

The LCD display is large and easy to read at a glance. And the scale for the battery charge looked like a ruler and offers a finer sense than something with four or five bars. Having the display mounted at the stem also helps its readability. The backswept cruiser bar is very comfortable and we love the twist shifter; we prefer it to many other shifters we encounter.

We often criticize e-bikes that fit tall riders, but not smaller riders. The Blix Sol Eclipse has a low (17-in.) standover height and an even shorter reach to the bar (15.5 in.), making this e-bike ideal for riders who might not fit on most other bikes.

This is a Class 2 e-bike with a throttle and a maximum assist speed of 20 mph. While we like hydraulic disc brakes for their feel and power, the Tektro mechanical discs with 160mm rotors do a great job of keeping the Blix Sol Eclipse under control. It’s easy to see why this is our favorite electric cruiser bike of 2023.

Few things get our attention as quickly as an e-bike loaded with features that doesn’t break the bank and the Sol Eclipse has everything needed for a fun day out

This fat bike takes the idea of a an all-terrain e-bike and bolts on a turbo unit. The QuietKat Apex is the company’s top-shelf all-terrain e-bike, featuring a Bafang mid-drive motor for a more responsive ride and better performance on hills. This e-bike has the power necessary to take riders into the backcountry and the range to bring them back out.

Getting the most out of an e-bike offroad will be most likely if the e-bike fits the rider. To their credit, QuietKat offers the Apex in three sizes to fit a broad range of rider heights. QuietKat offers buyers a number of choices, including a motor upgrade and extended warranties, not to mention a vast selection of different accessories.

This full-suspension all-terrain e-bike offers riders terrific control, a smooth ride and the ability to go a very long way, thanks to its 960Wh battery, which powers a very torquey 750W brushless hub motor.

Cargo e-bike manufacturers need to think outside the box to adapt to various cargo needs. Maybe a parent is wanting something to bring two youngsters on a ride-along, or maybe a courier is looking to get quickly and safely from point A to point B; a great cargo bike needs to be versatile enough to perform various tasks. Blix seems to have thought this through by making a highly modular cargo bike with a great starting price.

The Blix Packa Genie comes well-stocked with a 750W hub motor, powerful hydraulic disc brakes with 180mm rotors, and a 614Wh battery. From there, you can easily customize this bike to fit your needs.

Blix says there are up to 200 different accessory configurations to choose from so no matter what you’re in the cargo e-bike market for, the Blix Packa Genie is a great option to tailor to your needs.

This nimble e-bike is ideal for people who want to transport a kid or have a small load they want to carry. Its high-rise handlebar can be adjusted easily for a comfortable reach.

The Cero One is a mid-drive cargo bike that echoes those used in Europe by everyone from parents to postal carriers. The 250W mid-drive motor may seem small on paper, but mid-drive motors don’t need to be nearly as powerful as hub drive motors. It’s a well-balanced e-bike that has the ability to carry loads both front and rear. This has all the power necessary to climb hills, even when loaded. Let’s dig into why this is our favorite performance cargo electric bike.

So why does it have two different size wheels? The 26-in. rear wheel adds stability in the handling and makes it easier to get up to speed and stay at speed. The 20-in. front wheel allows for a front load to be carried low, which also helps the e-bike’s handling. Most cargo e-bikes aren’t this nimble once loaded.

A cargo e-bike is really only as useful as its accessories allow it to do all the things we might do by car. The Cero One comes equipped with lights, fenders and—most important—a rear rack and a front platform. From there, riders can upgrade to baskets large and small, and then add child seats, panniers, locks and more.

This compact cargo e-bike provides a very maneuverable and stable ride thanks to its 20-in. wheels, which allow loads to be carried closer to the ground, making the e-bike more stable and with its long-tail design, it can carry both a kid and groceries.

When we consider the needs of smaller riders, we look at three factors, all of which the Rad Power Bikes RadExpand 5 addresses nicely. We want to see a step-thru frame for a low standover height, a short seat tube so that the saddle can be adjusted to the rider’s height and a reasonable reach to the handlebar with some amount of adjustability for the handlebar or stem in order to shorten that reach some.

Smaller riders, particularly those riders less than 5 feet 5 inches tall face a real challenge when shopping for an e-bike. Most e-bikes are built in a size well-suited to someone 5 feet 10 inches, but the quality of that fit drops the more someone deviates from that height. The high-rise handlebar of the RadExpand can be turned back toward the rider more than most, making the reach easier and its step-thru design not only makes it easy to fold, it’s easy to mount and get rolling.

The RadExpand 5’s versatility is part of what makes it so great. It’s a capable commuter, thanks to lights, fenders and a rear rack, and with its wide tires, it gives a smooth ride even on rough roads.

The 750W brushless hub motor is more powerful than we see on some folding e-bikes. For riders who have to deal with hills or consistently rough roads, having this much power will be welcome, especially for smaller riders who might not be as strong, which is why this is our favorite choice for small riders.

At over 62 lbs it’s still hefty, but the bike folds down to a convenient size for storing in an RV, a corner of the garage or in the trunk of most sedans.

Rad’s bikes have a distinct power profile that starts gentle and grows stronger as you pick up speed. Never once does it feel like it’ll jump out from under you.

A low standover height, adjustable stem and powerful 500W brushless motor make this a terrific option for smaller riders. It can be unlocked to reach a Class 3 top speed of 28 mph, which makes it a fun way to commute or just get around.

Doubters of smaller wattage bikes should make no mistake here, this bike can absolutely move if it wants to. The Turbo Vado has three different assist levels in ECO, SPORT, and TURBO mode. Each one provides a distinctly different feel from the others and the bike handles well in all three.

The motor alone is something we could wax poetic on for pages, but the bike doesn’t stop there. High-level componentry is found throughout the bike from the SRAM hydraulic brakes, SRAM NX 11-speed drivetrain, and the generous 710Wh battery powering the bike (on the 4.0 model we tested)..

Typically when a bike is in the “high-performance” category that might mean it runs a little pricier than it needs to. We don’t actually feel that’s the case here. Considering the componentry package, engineering investment, performance, and top tier customer support you’re getting in this bike it feels like you get every penny of what you pay for.

E-bikes with mid-drive motors like the Brose in the Prodigy are rare in this price range. Its combination of Class 3 speed, step-thru and traditional frame designs as well as an off-road configuration makes it ideal for high performance on a budget.

Half the fun of camping is exploring the area visited. E-bikes offer campers the opportunity to go farther, see more and not be wiped out at the end of the day. The Mokwheel Basalt is unusual among e-bikes in that it is well-suited to not just to off-road exploring, but it can serve as a valuable resource thanks to some of its unusual accessories. As a Class 3 e-bike with a maximum speed of 28 mph, it is terrific for getting around most anywhere.

The Mokwheel Basalt may not look all that unusual at first glance. It features a 750W brushless hub motor that can turn 90Nm of torque, making it suitable to riding steep hills, whether paved or not. The 110mm-travel suspension fork improves control on bumpy terrain and the 7-speed Shimano drivetrain helps both