I bought an Aventon Level 2 step over frame exactly 12 months ago and I love it. For me, at approx 175 pounds, trying to stay under $2K, I tested several different e bikes, but far and away the Aventon Torque sensor was the best. 60 mile range, or about 40 mile range at max speeds and hills, etc. Zero problems, but that said I've only ridden about 1000 miles so far. Too many toys!
Thank you for this! As a senior this video is a big time saver. I've been researching quite a bit and narrowed it down to a few including the Aventon level 2. Are there reasons why I should consider your recommendation of the Radster Road over the Aventon?
Wish you also listed the weight of the bike, since this can be an issue for folks such as ability to get from ground into vehicle, or even to handle it while riding. Glad you list the wgt capacity.
Most are all between 52 and 65 pounds, just the general range for standard ebikes. The batteries weigh 8 pounds, so if you remove those first it'll help to load the bike
@@SnoopyReads fyi, to a 110# female OR a 70yo male/female, the difference between 52# vs 65# is a lot. Also, things to include on a ebike/etrike review include wgt capacity, wgt of ebike/etrike, AND if it folds then does it roll when folded or must it be carried.
I am a senior looking for a lighter weight foldable 20” wheel ebike to take along on trips in my motorhome. Ebikes weighing around 50-60 lbs would be preferred. Any recommendations?
I have a lectric xpedition dual battery with panniers and the orbiter cargo rack and bag. I almost never have to charge it or worry about weight. I would find it hard to choose anything else.
You missed the most important category: Reliability. I can't find any review site that puts thousands of miles on an e-bike before posting a review. This is too much money to spend on anything without having some idea of reliability. i wish you guys would do better.
That Revv 1 is def my dream e bike. I currently have a Jasion EB5 Ebike and it was a graduation gift that's been doing me well for about 6-7 months now. I probably update when I finally get the Revv 1 later on lol
The Revv 1 is such a nice bike, it is by far our favaorite amongst the moped style ebikes. Maybe watch for any sales on the Revv 1, so you can get you one at a good price!
After all of the videos I have seen of every kind of ebike I find that every video is bias. Why? Most of the ebike companies give out free bikes to the people making the video. Although they say I will give my honest opinion of the ebike I don't trust most. Do your homework on the company that you decide to pick their ebike. Some of these ebike companies will be a seller and will lack in service or help. They will tell you that it is in stock only to find out a couple weeks go by and they spill the beans and say " We are having problems with the shipper " or " Demand for the ebike you want has been overwhelming" Thus your off the road with them taking your money and tell you if you cancel they will charge you a fee. Don't ever pay them a cancelation fee. Well good luck and pedal like your battery is low. Cheers.
@@SeymourKittyBut from everything I've read,which is a lot, Aventon is the worst for customer service. I fully believe this as I was going to order an aventure2 but couldn't get through,on hold forever. The price went up $200 but i still tried again and same thing. The price went up again $200 and they stopped the free extra battery and I gave up. The bike is rated high but sooo many people saying 3,4,5 months for the extra battery and same for warranty parts if you can get them to respond. I can't imagine the sales lost because of a lack of customer service.
No video. No free bikes. No payments. Just honest experience cycleitalia.blogspot.com/2024/07/mahle-x35-diary.html These bikes are on close-out in many places and can be purchased new for well under $3K.
@@sfomannOh boy... 🙄🤦🏼♀️ No, that's not at all the reason why they're saying leave now, while you're still able to voluntarily. Do yourself a favor and if in fact you actually do live in San Fran, you should know what to expect in the near future! When you find the answers, maybe you'll remember these comments. ✌🏼❤🤙🏼
@amberevans9641 Yes! Don't listen to the person who actually lives there ... listen to the absent dumbies without first hand knowledge. Now that's proper decision making!
You guys did a great roundup of good choices. Our options just keep getting better, and you explained the choices well. I have watched this channel for years. It is nice to see how athletic Griffin has become while riding.
I am considering an e-bike as I now have 1) a 4-mile work commute (One way) and have weather where I could bike year-round (Tucson, AZ) and 2) my car gets 16 mpg city/20 mpg highway. I haven't seen anyone discuss traveling downhill on e-bikes. Maybe you guys could discuss/add a downhill test like you do in the going uphill test (as part of your review on e-bikes). My commute would include both uphill and downhill, I don't want to find out after I made a purchase. I'm concerned about wearing out brake pads and possibly over-heating the brakes. Will the electric hub help control speed gained by traveling downhill?
So far im liking my prodigy v2, i went 9 speed over the cvt, as i will be riding some trails in between and dont mind adjusting and maintaining the drivetrain.
Thanks for your comment. I'm thinking of the Ramblas as well. I sort of like the belt and cvt. I have changed the chain on my class 1 bike already (common on e bikes); belts are way more robust.
I have had 2 knee replacements so pedaling in a full rotation is not possible. I need a trike that has the pedals slightly out front of the seat so I’m pedaling more forward. Which style bike would be best for me?
Your videos are great. Please review the philodo jumbo. It has dual motors, two batteries, top speed of 34 and really needs to get more hype cause it is under $2300. I absolutely love mine and want more people to hear about it
I have been riding ebikes for 14 years. Im on my sixth bike. One point that is rarely addressed is battery replacement. It is very important that you will be able to acquire a replacement battery. Batteries get wet and fail, they get stolen, they will all lose charge over time, I have had 2 that quit accepting charge, balancing internal wires can loosen causing failure. If you ride a lot, at some point battery replacement will be important. I wonder about internal frame batteries future availability,
Hello, just read your comment and I have the same comment! What do you do if you battery fails in 1,2.3 years and the company went out of business or they do not support that model of battery anymore? Is your bike Kapout?
Yeah but how good did the expedition do going up hill with a passenger or two? That's what it's meant for so that should definitely be a test. I almost bought one over the xp 3.0 but ultimately the "extra power" and increased weight capacity didn't outweigh the foldability/storage options of the xp 3.0...
Regarding the Aventon Ramblas, I'd love to know what settings were used to obtain those ridiculous max distances. Max distance using stock settings I've experienced is 42 miles (turbo) and 64 miles (eco) modes respectfully.
The ebike market is crazy competitive. It reminds me of the old smartphone days before peak web 2.0. I would love to hear more about where these bikes are made and what kind of customer service and warranties are available. This is a big purchase and nothing beats peace of mind
Do you have some hidden channel for bikes over class 3? It's absolutely amazing to me that you don't get the Wired .The E-Cells . The Fabulous. The Amp Rides.. The dozen other bikes that hit 35mph throttle only..No 40 amp 60v bikes. No 1,500 nominal watt power. Whether by design or just companies wanting to avoid you.. It's a mystery.
@@kevinnashskitchen3517 no stock e bike goes 35mph throttle only..its limited to 28mph, unless you have a non pedel ebike "surron" that goes about 45mph
Thanks for the complete review. I have a Rad Runner 2 and 100% agree with the review on the RR+. Now, I've done a little research about what model would be the upgrade from the RR2 just for power and speed. The preliminary results show the Ariel xclass 52v and I was wondering why it didn't make your list. What would you recommend if you wanted to have RR2 style bike that can top speed 30mph+ and climb hills much better than the RR2? Thank you!!
I’m a newbie and this was an excellent presentation, I’m looking to purchase 2 bikes so I’ll be looking at the budget friendly. Lastly to get out of my neighborhood it’s a 1/2 mile and 3 steep hill not to mention my driveway 😅. Torque and fig newtons.
I own a Velotric T1ST. It's a really great bike and use it as my fitness bike. I am looking for a second E-bike and was thinking about a Wired Freedom or a ECELLS Five Star. Both are rated 1500 watt/60 volt bikes with 20 Amp batteries which I think is more than any bike on your comprehensive list. Why would anyone who likes to go fast choose a bike other than a 1500 watt example such as the two mentioned above, both of which are at the $2,000.00 price point? Thanks to all who take the time to respond to this inquiry.
I just bought the new Wired Freedom and it arrived two weeks ago with two batteries now standard and I love it!! My brother got the Wired Cruiser and I tried it and it's just as fast. I'm 6'4" and weigh 290lbs and it pulled me up a pretty step half mile hill at close to 18mph and over 35 on a flat street.
A Wired freedom will absolutely smoke every bike on this list. It's the only e-bike that you can take out there on the road and not worried about cars running you over because you can actually keep up with the traffic.
After not riding a push bike for 30 years and being seriously overweight and unfit, I bought an Aventon adventure 2, I love it, it’s been a great choice, just needed to add a suspension seatpost to complete the package.
@@theluckyman74 sorry really don’t have the knowledge to help you out with that, but I’m guessing go and try and sit on as many different ones as you can ?
Cool video! It's just that for 1000 bucks there is an ebike that has front-and-back dual suspension, 750w motor, and 48v 20ah battery that you didn't mention. It's called Fucare Scorpio. Check it out man.
Gotta review it to confidentally recommend it. We'd be interested to get one in test it out. Email griffin at electricbikereport . com and hopefully we can get something on it in the works!
Team, great reports as always. My wife and I have Pace 500.3s and we love them. I have the step over and she step thru. I need to keep the man look. One comment you forgot to note is that these come in 2 sizes which I think is a real key feature. And that these can be purchased at local ebikes dealers and they offer a 2 yr warranty.
The Aventon Pace 500 is just a solid bike, you would be shocked how many people could choose any bike we have reviewed to ride and will choose the Pace 500 to take out.
Don't worry, Himiway will be making appearances on a number of upcoming videos! We've started testing their updated line and have been impressed so far. What's your price range for the eMTB?
@@ElectricBikeReport I just picked up the Himiway D7(Cobra upgraded). Very happy so far. 1000W motor, upgraded shocks, brakes, and gears. $2399 Would love to hear your thoughts... Thanks! I am 6' 3" 295LBS
No Pedego on the list? I love my Rige Rider I recently purchased with so much power (750 watt motor ) and style with top notch components. The best experience is connecting with a real brick and mortar store that only sells their own bike’s. I have seen videos of several bikes you listed with issues and their owners going thru the process of trying to have them repaired at average bike stores that seem less interested . No thanks. Pedego warranty is basically no questions asked. Most e-bikes are essentially the same, two wheels, a motor and a battery. Go for the one who can service and repair your bike by walking into a dedicated store and being greeted with a smile. Just throwing it out there. 😊
Pedego is great! They had a bike that just missed our final rounds of cuts. Dealers are nice for service definitely, but if you have a good LBS who will service any bike that shouldn't be a deterrent from the ones we've listed.
I’m looking at either the Aventon ramblas or the radpower radster. I need a bike that can do errands as well as go off road. I have a 23lb dog that I need to be able to transport at times, which I use a tow behind trailer for. I also use the trailer for errands when panniers just won’t do. This is my main form of transportation. The Radster is more than 10lbs heavier than the Ramblas. I’m wondering what to think about that. I use a non-electric mountain bike now but I’m getting up there in years and and thinking this will be a easier solution for my transportation needs while staying on a bike. I live in a small high elevation mountain town and this will be winter transportation as well. Any opinions or experience between these two models would be greatly appreciated.
$800 is as low as we've ever recommended. The amount of tradeoffs at a price like $750 isn't worth it in our opionon, unless a great $1000 bike happens to be on clearence or something.
Hello and thank-you for your very informative review! I must say that not seeing the himiway zebra d5 surprised me and also deceived me because this is the model I really like because it has all the points that interest me and I was seriously thinking of buying it but now... not to sure anymore. My second choice was the aventon aventure but the battery size of the himiway was more appealing to me. Thanks again for your review!
I'm looking into the Adventure 2 and the Wired Freedom. Leaning toward the Adventure 2 because it comes with a free battery. Has anyone tried the Wire Freedom?
We would recommend the Aventure 2 over the Wired Freedom, you just can't go wrong with this choice. We have not tested the Wired Freedom bike yet, we have been in talks with them for a bit to get us a test bike, but have not had one show up yet.
@@ElectricBikeReport I appreciate the reply. the Adventure 2 is definitely at the top of my list. You should also ask Wired what’s up with charging customers $250 for shipping. Big turn off.
@@ElectricBikeReport May I ask why you said this if you have not tested the Wired Freedom bike yet? I ask this because I'm also looking into the Adventure 2 and the Wired Freedom.
@@josephrobinson1009 because they don’t have a link for the Wired bike so they won’t make any money on it. I have a Wired cruiser and it has way more power than any other bike out there for the price. 60v motor with 40ah controller and you can go 40mph for $2,000.
You guys are like the ultimate buyer's guide for e-bikes, and we’ve noticed we’re not on there yet. We’re dedicated to working hard on our next model to earn an honorable mention or a spot in your rankings for next year. 😤
What e-bikes do you feel should be on our list that are not currently? Keep in mind this list is only electric bikes under $3k. We have tested over 300 different e-bikes, we test and compare the data of every single bike we get in. We do our best to compare and contrast all of them.
Sorry, but this list just can't be without bias. That's fine, and Aventon does make good bikes. However, you're going to lose credibility with such bias'. Good luck with that.
@@ElectricBikeReport The velotric packer 1 and thunder 1, for the price the packer 1 has a lot more torque and is a much capable cargo bike compared to the expedition which only really has the battery as advantages, and the thunder 1 is a much cheaper "stealth" ebike that is slicker and seems to do really good
@Frisher1 - I'm thinking you maybe didn't see the full list? We have the Velotric T1 ST on this list (They did drop the Thunder part from the model name). And We agree the Velotric Packer 1 is a great cargo bike. The hardest part with an overall "Best List" is we only pick 1 bike for each category, and trust me, what we pick is a sweat. We sit down as a team and go through all the bikes we have tested, the results of those tests, the price, the styling, feedback we receive from people that buy e-bikes based on our recommendations, and do our best to compile and analyze all of that data to make our decisions. One thing we will be pushing out this year that will help a ton, are "Best List" Videos for every major category we cover. This will allows us to get much more granular in each individual category and cover the test data and nuances within each individual category. Thanks for your comments!
We really really like the CrossCore RC, but we did factor in price for this list and at $2,999. You will definitely see more of the CrossCore on other videos as it is one of our favorite bikes we have tested in the past year.
I am in a market for an ebike and was going to buy the crosscore rc, but have heard that the Yamaha motors start to make clanky loud sound after they have a few miles on the and was recommended to buy an ebike with the Bosch motor - please advise.@@ElectricBikeReport
@@ElectricBikeReportIt’s heavily discounted now as the replacement model is on the horizon. We just bought two at $1,300 each, including two free extra batteries and an extended 3 year warranty. Most importantly, from a service and support a standpoint, we can rely on Yamaha being around long after many of these companies have disappeared.
question for everyone-can the handle bars on the folding bikes (lectric and portola) be swapped out for a bmx type bar that is adjustable forward (like on the rad). I'm 4'10" and have a challenge in terms of reach. I currently ride an aventon pace-a very nice bike but looking for something smaller with 20" wheels. thanks for feedback...
I have a Portola and it's interesting what you ask about the handlebars. They do in fact feel a bit like BMX handlebars. I think they could be swapped out but you may just want to call Ride1Up directly, I've found customer service to be fine. I also have a 700 series but prefer riding the Portola for the very reason that it feels like a BMX bike.
The Wired Freedom uses a BMX handlebar. I love it, because I want to ride upright. You can also lean the bars back for reach issues, which you know, of course. I don't imagine the swap over would be too difficult if you get handlebars made for an ebike. I don't know enough yo know if regular BMX handlebars would be as easy. Hope this helped you a little.
St George, Utah. I used to live there and was like, “Hey! I know that place.” So it looks like they are going and around the canyons in the area. The PNW has steeper hills (used to live on the coast) but since I don’t know specifically about where you are or the hills you will be tackling. There are also a lot of flat areas. But at least you know the area these bikes are being tested. Hope that helps! I’m new into looking into e-bikes. 🙂
Both folding models were very heavy (64 and 59 lbs). They win on price but for someone who is in the market for a folder, theyre too heavy to be practical. The only one ive found that seems lractical is the carbo model x and s(which i dont think youve reviewed), the other is the brompton which is kver $3k but has the advantage of being a good folder aside from the electric. Anyway, would love to see some focus on weight for this category and a review for the carbo model s
We've noticed folding bikes skewing toward the heavy side too, and we hope that trend changes. Brompton is great, but as you said, higher priced. We haven't had the chance to test the Carbo Model X yet but we reviewed a similar bike called the ADO Air 20.
@@ElectricBikeReportthanks, that review makes me more interested in seeing your take on the model s. The brompton strikes me as a great folding bike with mediocre battery and motor. Since I live around hills the gearing on the brompton and model s are interesting. That said the ado air looks suspiciously like the carbo at a lower price...the folded dimensions are larger so something must be different
I owned 2-E moto bicycles I bought at Menards in 2011 for $375.00 each . These bikes had 250 watt rear drum motors with 24 volt 10ah batteries. With seven gears and man disc brakes these were great bikes. I went thu 3 sets of batteries over the years. They never broke down and I sold them both this year June 2024. Bought new this year Gazelle Medero 9 which are smoother and batteries last much longer having different modes of power assist with No Throttle control. I was afraid I would get lazy and not get a real riding experience.👍❤️
Can you test the Paselec and the Eahora bikes. Also, a good category will be how easy the bike battery is to replace. The Paselec is nearly impossible to find. But can you do a review anyhoo
We've had talks before, but haven't gotten a bike in yet. Hopefully soon! If you message them on email or social and let them know you want to see an Electric Bike Report review of their bikes it goes a long way to helping us get those in.
From my research, a bike for seniors needs a very low step-thru. I know my wife needs a low step-thru. Your choice does not appear to have a low step-thru. I think this needs to be considered for future choices for seniors. Thanks.
Agreed. Wondering if a Radrover 6 plus is right for me based on this reason, plus it gets amazing reviews for stability as far as I can tell. Now I’m confused about what to get again 😂
I totally agree with step through designs - a grocery mission could easily be quite heavy with liquids, and if slippery conditions, trying to throw a leg over too high, one could so easily drop to concrete painfully. And step through designs don't need to look like a girls bike, just a simple D shape bottom frame loop, to easily get foot through and maintain ballance and the load with both feet on the ground. Cheers
I’m thinking to buy Himiway Zebra for £1.799. Also for that model, backup battery price is £699. The price seems a bit high to me, but I can't find another bike to buy in the UK in this price range. If I lived in America, the first thing I would do would be to get Aventon level 2. So, do you recommend Himiway Zebra? Or any model?
What kind of delivery work? We usually recommend cargo or utility e-bikes for that sort of thing. Any bikes in the RadRunner series from Rad Power Bikes might be a good fit!
Too bad bad the lectric one is so tiny. Someone much over 6' will not be to actually ride the bike like a bike. Also, sure would like for the Ramblas to top at at 28, not 20 MPH.
The Euphree City Robin X + is a great bike, it was one of the very last ones that was cut. You will definitely see the Euhpree on some of our other Best Videos that are focused on specific categories.
Why not give us a chart showing the hill climb time, the stopping time, the range? I almost need to take notes to figure out the top performers as you’ve given us nearly 20 recommendations and I cannot differentiate many of them with the way this video is
The Model Y from Electric Bike Company is absolutely beautiful and rides like a dream! I highly recommend that women especially take advantage of the wide array of customization options in designing their own unique and beautiful bike.
You guys should add a "fastest up hell hole category". This can help identify the best motor to weight ratio on bikes. Maybe have a spreadsheet or graph with all times compared on your website.
It would be a cool feature of bikes tested were set on a specific Dyno to show real world performance when maxed out with load of groceries facing a steep hill four blocks long, where it's not possible to pedal a normal mountain bike even in first gear. The other factor mentioned earlier, is down hill braking, it seems disc brake rotors are just too small in diameter, if E braking is not an option. I fear the hill on mountain bike using both brakes, almost at their limit for that long, where backup rim brake might be needed. Cheers
Prefect reviews brand listing for ebike future owners. Would you have the Korean brand Weped moped : F1 ebike hyper in future episode to your reviews challenge results?
You missed reviewing the Hovsco E-bikes and you already call this video bikes of 2024? Those bikes pack much more power than the Aventon and Lectric E-bikes and feature torque sensors! A bit more expensive than Aventon but worth reviewing for their power, especially the folding e-bike one!
I bought an Aventon Level 2 step over frame exactly 12 months ago and I love it. For me, at approx 175 pounds, trying to stay under $2K, I tested several different e bikes, but far and away the Aventon Torque sensor was the best. 60 mile range, or about 40 mile range at max speeds and hills, etc. Zero problems, but that said I've only ridden about 1000 miles so far. Too many toys!
Sounds like a good problem to have! :) We love that torque sensor too. Glad you're loving your bike.
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I'm currently in the market. How is everything 6 months later? Thanks
I have a Level 1 with cadence 5,500 miles. I love the bike. After all those miles I’m not sure I would like a torque.
Thank you for this! As a senior this video is a big time saver. I've been researching quite a bit and narrowed it down to a few including the Aventon level 2. Are there reasons why I should consider your recommendation of the Radster Road over the Aventon?
It's a slightly more relaxed body positioning. The handling isn't as nimble as the Level 2, but we think most people will like the better comfort.
Wish you also listed the weight of the bike, since this can be an issue for folks such as ability to get from ground into vehicle, or even to handle it while riding. Glad you list the wgt capacity.
Most are all between 52 and 65 pounds, just the general range for standard ebikes. The batteries weigh 8 pounds, so if you remove those first it'll help to load the bike
Good point. That data is available from the links that they've provided. Our Lectric bikes are 72 pounds.
@@SnoopyReads fyi, to a 110# female OR a 70yo male/female, the difference between 52# vs 65# is a lot.
Also, things to include on a ebike/etrike review include wgt capacity, wgt of ebike/etrike, AND if it folds then does it roll when folded or must it be carried.
I am a senior looking for a lighter weight foldable 20” wheel ebike to take along on trips in my motorhome. Ebikes weighing around 50-60 lbs would be preferred. Any recommendations?
Get a JackRabbit. They weigh 24 to 35 lbs and are small enough to put in a car or to fly with.
The EBC bike in blue is absolutely stunning! The color really pops!
It is a very pretty bike!
I have a lectric xpedition dual battery with panniers and the orbiter cargo rack and bag. I almost never have to charge it or worry about weight. I would find it hard to choose anything else.
You missed the most important category: Reliability. I can't find any review site that puts thousands of miles on an e-bike before posting a review. This is too much money to spend on anything without having some idea of reliability. i wish you guys would do better.
Sounds like you found a new niche in RUclips review sites. I look forward to you posting your first review.
Yaya! Lectric XP 3.0 is on the top with the best ebikes! ❤ 🤟😆🤟
That Revv 1 is def my dream e bike. I currently have a Jasion EB5 Ebike and it was a graduation gift that's been doing me well for about 6-7 months now. I probably update when I finally get the Revv 1 later on lol
The Revv 1 is such a nice bike, it is by far our favaorite amongst the moped style ebikes. Maybe watch for any sales on the Revv 1, so you can get you one at a good price!
After all of the videos I have seen of every kind of ebike I find that every video is bias. Why? Most of the ebike companies give out free bikes to the people making the video. Although they say I will give my honest opinion of the ebike I don't trust most. Do your homework on the company that you decide to pick their ebike. Some of these ebike companies will be a seller and will lack in service or help. They will tell you that it is in stock only to find out a couple weeks go by and they spill the beans and say " We are having problems with the shipper " or " Demand for the ebike you want has been overwhelming" Thus your off the road with them taking your money and tell you if you cancel they will charge you a fee. Don't ever pay them a cancelation fee. Well good luck and pedal like your battery is low. Cheers.
Yup! Research! Still happy with my purchase BECAUSE the company is helpful, predictable and still around with lots of fan support too.
Aventon must be paying the most. It's on top of alot of lists.
@@SeymourKittyBut from everything I've read,which is a lot, Aventon is the worst for customer service. I fully believe this as I was going to order an aventure2 but couldn't get through,on hold forever. The price went up $200 but i still tried again and same thing. The price went up again $200 and they stopped the free extra battery and I gave up. The bike is rated high but sooo many people saying 3,4,5 months for the extra battery and same for warranty parts if you can get them to respond. I can't imagine the sales lost because of a lack of customer service.
WAHHH
No video. No free bikes. No payments. Just honest experience cycleitalia.blogspot.com/2024/07/mahle-x35-diary.html These bikes are on close-out in many places and can be purchased new for well under $3K.
You missed one important category. Best for steep hill climbs. For people who lives in San Francisco will know what I mean!
You should move asap instead of getting a bike.
Get out while you still can! Lol
@@hisnameisiam808 not sure why you both asking me to leave. Becuase of Steep hills?
@@sfomannOh boy... 🙄🤦🏼♀️ No, that's not at all the reason why they're saying leave now, while you're still able to voluntarily. Do yourself a favor and if in fact you actually do live in San Fran, you should know what to expect in the near future! When you find the answers, maybe you'll remember these comments. ✌🏼❤🤙🏼
@amberevans9641 Yes! Don't listen to the person who actually lives there ... listen to the absent dumbies without first hand knowledge. Now that's proper decision making!
You guys did a great roundup of good choices. Our options just keep getting better, and you explained the choices well.
I have watched this channel for years. It is nice to see how athletic Griffin has become while riding.
Thank you for your comments! We have some exciting stuff planned for this channel to give our audience even more!
I am considering an e-bike as I now have 1) a 4-mile work commute (One way) and have weather where I could bike year-round (Tucson, AZ) and 2) my car gets 16 mpg city/20 mpg highway. I haven't seen anyone discuss traveling downhill on e-bikes. Maybe you guys could discuss/add a downhill test like you do in the going uphill test (as part of your review on e-bikes). My commute would include both uphill and downhill, I don't want to find out after I made a purchase. I'm concerned about wearing out brake pads and possibly over-heating the brakes. Will the electric hub help control speed gained by traveling downhill?
So far im liking my prodigy v2, i went 9 speed over the cvt, as i will be riding some trails in between and dont mind adjusting and maintaining the drivetrain.
The prodigy V2 is a sweet bike!
Thanks for your comment. I'm thinking of the Ramblas as well. I sort of like the belt and cvt. I have changed the chain on my class 1 bike already (common on e bikes); belts are way more robust.
I have had 2 knee replacements so pedaling in a full rotation is not possible. I need a trike that has the pedals slightly out front of the seat so I’m pedaling more forward. Which style bike would be best for me?
Your videos are great. Please review the philodo jumbo. It has dual motors, two batteries, top speed of 34 and really needs to get more hype cause it is under $2300. I absolutely love mine and want more people to hear about it
Hi, have you tried KingBulls? I was looking at the lite rider for something for getting me and a passenger down to the creek for fishing
2500 miles on my Electric Bike Company Model A and not one complaint so far. Awesome ride!
Good to hear!
I have been riding ebikes for 14 years. Im on my sixth bike. One point that is rarely addressed is battery replacement. It is very important that you will be able to acquire a replacement battery. Batteries get wet and fail, they get stolen, they will all lose charge over time, I have had 2 that quit accepting charge, balancing internal wires can loosen causing failure. If you ride a lot, at some point battery replacement will be important. I wonder about internal frame batteries future availability,
Hello, just read your comment and I have the same comment! What do you do if you battery fails in 1,2.3 years and the company went out of business or they do not support that model of battery anymore? Is your bike Kapout?
Yes@@jeanroy8283
Yeah but how good did the expedition do going up hill with a passenger or two? That's what it's meant for so that should definitely be a test. I almost bought one over the xp 3.0 but ultimately the "extra power" and increased weight capacity didn't outweigh the foldability/storage options of the xp 3.0...
Regarding the Aventon Ramblas, I'd love to know what settings were used to obtain those ridiculous max distances. Max distance using stock settings I've experienced is 42 miles (turbo) and 64 miles (eco) modes respectfully.
You guys are doing a good job 👏
I’m trying to choose between LECTRIC ONE or AVENTON AVENTURE 2 Which one is better ?
Totally different purposes. Its like asking if an accord is better than the Ridgeline pickup.
I love my Electric Bike Co Bike! So good to see the quality of the brand and bike has been recognized!! Good Job!!
Couldn't agree more!
Which is the best for golf?
Excellent comprehensive report. Thanks guys!
Comprehensive? They missed important features and categories.
The ebike market is crazy competitive. It reminds me of the old smartphone days before peak web 2.0. I would love to hear more about where these bikes are made and what kind of customer service and warranties are available. This is a big purchase and nothing beats peace of mind
Do you have some hidden channel for bikes over class 3? It's absolutely amazing to me that you don't get the Wired .The E-Cells . The Fabulous. The Amp Rides.. The dozen other bikes that hit 35mph throttle only..No 40 amp 60v bikes. No 1,500 nominal watt power. Whether by design or just companies wanting to avoid you.. It's a mystery.
Because they're all illegal
There must be an "e-mopeds" channel out there somewhere. If you can throttle it up to 35 mph, it ain't a bicycle!
@@kevinnashskitchen3517 no stock e bike goes 35mph throttle only..its limited to 28mph, unless you have a non pedel ebike "surron" that goes about 45mph
@@evan1kx125Check out the Wired Predator & ECells Kings Crown. Get up to 40mph stock
I love my EBC bike! Love that I got to customize it the way I want!
That is one reason we also love EBC ebikes!
Thanks for the complete review. I have a Rad Runner 2 and 100% agree with the review on the RR+. Now, I've done a little research about what model would be the upgrade from the RR2 just for power and speed. The preliminary results show the Ariel xclass 52v and I was wondering why it didn't make your list. What would you recommend if you wanted to have RR2 style bike that can top speed 30mph+ and climb hills much better than the RR2? Thank you!!
I’m a newbie and this was an excellent presentation, I’m looking to purchase 2 bikes so I’ll be looking at the budget friendly. Lastly to get out of my neighborhood it’s a 1/2 mile and 3 steep hill not to mention my driveway 😅. Torque and fig newtons.
Love the many options and endless customization that EBC offers!!
Sooooo much customization
Any input on 20" tires/
I’ve had the Model S from Electric Bike Company for years. Love it. It’s beautiful and such a fun ride 😎
Glad to hear you're enjoying it!
I own a Velotric T1ST. It's a really great bike and use it as my fitness bike. I am looking for a second E-bike and was thinking about a Wired Freedom or a ECELLS Five Star. Both are rated 1500 watt/60 volt bikes with 20 Amp batteries which I think is more than any bike on your comprehensive list. Why would anyone who likes to go fast choose a bike other than a 1500 watt example such as the two mentioned above, both of which are at the $2,000.00 price point? Thanks to all who take the time to respond to this inquiry.
I just bought the new Wired Freedom and it arrived two weeks ago with two batteries now standard and I love it!! My brother got the Wired Cruiser and I tried it and it's just as fast. I'm 6'4" and weigh 290lbs and it pulled me up a pretty step half mile hill at close to 18mph and over 35 on a flat street.
Have you tested the newly released Lectric ONE that has the Pinion gearbox and Gates Carbon Drive Belt?
We've ridden it! Full review coming soon. Here's the link to the vid of our first ride impressions. ruclips.net/video/raNbMVt0VXc/видео.html
No wired freedom?
They have not sent us a bike to review yet, we have been in talks with them though to get a test bike in.
Thank you for the reply.
Your comment saved me an hour thanks
Np that's the number one bike I'm looking at
A Wired freedom will absolutely smoke every bike on this list. It's the only e-bike that you can take out there on the road and not worried about cars running you over because you can actually keep up with the traffic.
could you do a series on best or competing bike components like brakes, shocked tires saddle
I live in the UK, are any of these ebikes available here? I can't seem to find a stockist!
After not riding a push bike for 30 years and being seriously overweight and unfit, I bought an Aventon adventure 2, I love it, it’s been a great choice, just needed to add a suspension seatpost to complete the package.
Glad to hear you're enjoying it!
I was looking to get one to lose weight. May I ask about the impact on your weight has been?
@@wapiti128 they very short answer, great, needed low impact cardio exercise, this is a fun and convenient way of getting that in
What is the best ebike for people with bad shoulders
@@theluckyman74 sorry really don’t have the knowledge to help you out with that, but I’m guessing go and try and sit on as many different ones as you can ?
Would you consider the Aventon Fat Bike a great choice for the beach or sandy conditions? We enjoy your videos. Thank you.
Yes, for sure!
Cool video! It's just that for 1000 bucks there is an ebike that has front-and-back dual suspension, 750w motor, and 48v 20ah battery that you didn't mention. It's called Fucare Scorpio. Check it out man.
Gotta review it to confidentally recommend it. We'd be interested to get one in test it out. Email griffin at electricbikereport . com and hopefully we can get something on it in the works!
Lol theres at least 40 others on AMZ under $1000 with same specs youll never see tested here, it would make these winners look outrageously priced 😮
@@ElectricBikeReport Hi Griffin， did you receive the email I sent you on April 4th?
I got a question, if you want a new e-bike, what do you do with your old one?
Best fat tire for a 6’7” rider?
what e-bike would you recommend for moms and trailer attachment?
thank you!
Team, great reports as always. My wife and I have Pace 500.3s and we love them. I have the step over and she step thru. I need to keep the man look.
One comment you forgot to note is that these come in 2 sizes which I think is a real key feature. And that these can be purchased at local ebikes dealers and they offer a 2 yr warranty.
The Aventon Pace 500 is just a solid bike, you would be shocked how many people could choose any bike we have reviewed to ride and will choose the Pace 500 to take out.
Have you all tested a Jasion folding e-bike? Just wondering about this brand
Not one Himiway? New D7 cobra? Best EMTB for a big guy?
Don't worry, Himiway will be making appearances on a number of upcoming videos! We've started testing their updated line and have been impressed so far. What's your price range for the eMTB?
@@ElectricBikeReport I just picked up the Himiway D7(Cobra upgraded). Very happy so far. 1000W motor, upgraded shocks, brakes, and gears. $2399 Would love to hear your thoughts... Thanks! I am 6' 3" 295LBS
No Pedego on the list? I love my Rige Rider I recently purchased with so much power (750 watt motor ) and style with top notch components. The best experience is connecting with a real brick and mortar store that only sells their own bike’s. I have seen videos of several bikes you listed with issues and their owners going thru the process of trying to have them repaired at average bike stores that seem less interested . No thanks. Pedego warranty is basically no questions asked. Most e-bikes are essentially the same, two wheels, a motor and a battery. Go for the one who can service and repair your bike by walking into a dedicated store and being greeted with a smile. Just throwing it out there. 😊
Pedego is great! They had a bike that just missed our final rounds of cuts. Dealers are nice for service definitely, but if you have a good LBS who will service any bike that shouldn't be a deterrent from the ones we've listed.
Very comprehensive report. I wonder why the Yamaha CrossCore RC did not make this list? any thoughts?
I’m looking at either the Aventon ramblas or the radpower radster. I need a bike that can do errands as well as go off road. I have a 23lb dog that I need to be able to transport at times, which I use a tow behind trailer for. I also use the trailer for errands when panniers just won’t do. This is my main form of transportation. The Radster is more than 10lbs heavier than the Ramblas. I’m wondering what to think about that.
I use a non-electric mountain bike now but I’m getting up there in years and and thinking this will be a easier solution for my transportation needs while staying on a bike. I live in a small high elevation mountain town and this will be winter transportation as well.
Any opinions or experience between these two models would be greatly appreciated.
Wired freedom not in your list really?
We gotta test it before we can recommend it! We've had some talks - hoping we can get a test bike in soon!
Yeah, for $200 more, I'd get the Wired Freedom over the Aventon Aventure 2.
What's the best list for under $750?
$800 is as low as we've ever recommended. The amount of tradeoffs at a price like $750 isn't worth it in our opionon, unless a great $1000 bike happens to be on clearence or something.
Been looking at affordable ebikes for a while now. Curious why Engwe didn't make the cut? Help fill me in?
Hello and thank-you for your very informative review! I must say that not seeing the himiway zebra d5 surprised me and also deceived me because this is the model I really like because it has all the points that interest me and I was seriously thinking of buying it but now... not to sure anymore. My second choice was the aventon aventure but the battery size of the himiway was more appealing to me. Thanks again for your review!
What’s the best bike for food delivery ?
I'm looking into the Adventure 2 and the Wired Freedom. Leaning toward the Adventure 2 because it comes with a free battery. Has anyone tried the Wire Freedom?
We would recommend the Aventure 2 over the Wired Freedom, you just can't go wrong with this choice. We have not tested the Wired Freedom bike yet, we have been in talks with them for a bit to get us a test bike, but have not had one show up yet.
@@ElectricBikeReport I appreciate the reply. the Adventure 2 is definitely at the top of my list. You should also ask Wired what’s up with charging customers $250 for shipping. Big turn off.
@@ElectricBikeReport May I ask why you said this if you have not tested the Wired Freedom bike yet? I ask this because I'm also looking into the Adventure 2 and the Wired Freedom.
@@josephrobinson1009 because they don’t have a link for the Wired bike so they won’t make any money on it. I have a Wired cruiser and it has way more power than any other bike out there for the price. 60v motor with 40ah controller and you can go 40mph for $2,000.
You guys are like the ultimate buyer's guide for e-bikes, and we’ve noticed we’re not on there yet. We’re dedicated to working hard on our next model to earn an honorable mention or a spot in your rankings for next year. 😤
Suspiciously high amount of Aventon bycicles with better options out there
What e-bikes do you feel should be on our list that are not currently? Keep in mind this list is only electric bikes under $3k. We have tested over 300 different e-bikes, we test and compare the data of every single bike we get in. We do our best to compare and contrast all of them.
Sorry, but this list just can't be without bias. That's fine, and Aventon does make good bikes. However, you're going to lose credibility with such bias'. Good luck with that.
@@ElectricBikeReport The velotric packer 1 and thunder 1, for the price the packer 1 has a lot more torque and is a much capable cargo bike compared to the expedition which only really has the battery as advantages, and the thunder 1 is a much cheaper "stealth" ebike that is slicker and seems to do really good
@Frisher1 - I'm thinking you maybe didn't see the full list? We have the Velotric T1 ST on this list (They did drop the Thunder part from the model name). And We agree the Velotric Packer 1 is a great cargo bike. The hardest part with an overall "Best List" is we only pick 1 bike for each category, and trust me, what we pick is a sweat. We sit down as a team and go through all the bikes we have tested, the results of those tests, the price, the styling, feedback we receive from people that buy e-bikes based on our recommendations, and do our best to compile and analyze all of that data to make our decisions. One thing we will be pushing out this year that will help a ton, are "Best List" Videos for every major category we cover. This will allows us to get much more granular in each individual category and cover the test data and nuances within each individual category. Thanks for your comments!
Definitely should have the Euphree City Robin X+ on the list! Better hill climber, more comfortable than Aventon Level 2. Big miss.
I am surprised Yamaha CrossCore RC was not on your list...how would you rate it against your top picks?
We really really like the CrossCore RC, but we did factor in price for this list and at $2,999. You will definitely see more of the CrossCore on other videos as it is one of our favorite bikes we have tested in the past year.
I am in a market for an ebike and was going to buy the crosscore rc, but have heard that the Yamaha motors start to make clanky loud sound after they have a few miles on the and was recommended to buy an ebike with the Bosch motor - please advise.@@ElectricBikeReport
@@ElectricBikeReportIt’s heavily discounted now as the replacement model is on the horizon. We just bought two at $1,300 each, including two free extra batteries and an extended 3 year warranty. Most importantly, from a service and support a standpoint, we can rely on Yamaha being around long after many of these companies have disappeared.
what would be the best ebike for a disabled person who uses only throttle to get around?
question for everyone-can the handle bars on the folding bikes (lectric and portola) be swapped out for a bmx type bar that is adjustable forward (like on the rad). I'm 4'10" and have a challenge in terms of reach. I currently ride an aventon pace-a very nice bike but looking for something smaller with 20" wheels. thanks for feedback...
I have a Portola and it's interesting what you ask about the handlebars. They do in fact feel a bit like BMX handlebars. I think they could be swapped out but you may just want to call Ride1Up directly, I've found customer service to be fine. I also have a 700 series but prefer riding the Portola for the very reason that it feels like a BMX bike.
The Wired Freedom uses a BMX handlebar. I love it, because I want to ride upright.
You can also lean the bars back for reach issues, which you know, of course.
I don't imagine the swap over would be too difficult if you get handlebars made for an ebike. I don't know enough yo know if regular BMX handlebars would be as easy.
Hope this helped you a little.
Is there a reason why you picked the Aventon adventure 2 over the Big Sur?
Thank you. 🙏 This is an Amazing report, full of excellent info.
One Question:
Have you reviewed or plan to review the Velotric T1 ST Plus?
Thx, Phil R
We have that one in for testing right now! Stay tuned for a review in the next few weeks.
Where area are you doing the testing in? I am in the PNW with Hills and Trees ;-) Might like to visit.
St George, Utah. I used to live there and was like, “Hey! I know that place.” So it looks like they are going and around the canyons in the area. The PNW has steeper hills (used to live on the coast) but since I don’t know specifically about where you are or the hills you will be tackling. There are also a lot of flat areas. But at least you know the area these bikes are being tested. Hope that helps! I’m new into looking into e-bikes. 🙂
@@brynnabrockbank6946 I live in Switzerland and for me this looks like we colonised Mars where this is 😁
Both folding models were very heavy (64 and 59 lbs). They win on price but for someone who is in the market for a folder, theyre too heavy to be practical. The only one ive found that seems lractical is the carbo model x and s(which i dont think youve reviewed), the other is the brompton which is kver $3k but has the advantage of being a good folder aside from the electric. Anyway, would love to see some focus on weight for this category and a review for the carbo model s
We've noticed folding bikes skewing toward the heavy side too, and we hope that trend changes. Brompton is great, but as you said, higher priced. We haven't had the chance to test the Carbo Model X yet but we reviewed a similar bike called the ADO Air 20.
@@ElectricBikeReportthanks, that review makes me more interested in seeing your take on the model s. The brompton strikes me as a great folding bike with mediocre battery and motor. Since I live around hills the gearing on the brompton and model s are interesting. That said the ado air looks suspiciously like the carbo at a lower price...the folded dimensions are larger so something must be different
I owned 2-E moto bicycles I bought at Menards in 2011 for $375.00 each . These bikes had 250 watt rear drum motors with 24 volt 10ah batteries. With seven gears and man disc brakes these were great bikes. I went thu 3 sets of batteries over the years. They never broke down and I sold them both this year June 2024. Bought new this year Gazelle Medero 9 which are smoother and batteries last much longer having different modes of power assist with No Throttle control. I was afraid I would get lazy and not get a real riding experience.👍❤️
The Gazelle sounds like a great upgrade, but it's extremely impressive you got so many years out of the moto bikes!
No mention of the 2024 Wired Freedom?
Until we can test it, we can't recommend it for ourselves. We've had some talks with them, fingers crossed we work something out soon.
Well done. Very informative Cheers!
what do they mean by "class 2 and class 3"??
What is emtb? I'm very new to this space. I don't know what the lingo means.
No worries! eMTB stands for Electric Mountain Bike.
Great review! I have an EBC Model E . It's one of the best investments I've made.
Everyone we personally know that has an EBC bike, absolutely loves them.
fabulous havoc x2. Have you reviewed that one?
Can you test the Paselec and the Eahora bikes. Also, a good category will be how easy the bike battery is to replace. The Paselec is nearly impossible to find. But can you do a review anyhoo
When will the review video come out for above 3K? Thanks for all the info.
What do yall think about hjm e bikes?
Good job! What about tiny bikes? Like Fiido, etc.
Ride1UP Portola was pretty small.
Have you ever tested any of the Utopia Bikes? they have a new one coming out called the Fusion GT It looks very intetesting.
We've had talks before, but haven't gotten a bike in yet. Hopefully soon! If you message them on email or social and let them know you want to see an Electric Bike Report review of their bikes it goes a long way to helping us get those in.
Have you been able to review the Juiced JetCurrent PRO yet? We value your reviews, Thanks
Not yet, but it looks cool! We're hoping to get that one in later this year.
From my research, a bike for seniors needs a very low step-thru. I know my wife needs a low step-thru. Your choice does not appear to have a low step-thru. I think this needs to be considered for future choices for seniors. Thanks.
Thank you for the feedback!
Agreed. Wondering if a Radrover 6 plus is right for me based on this reason, plus it gets amazing reviews for stability as far as I can tell. Now I’m confused about what to get again 😂
I totally agree with step through designs - a grocery mission could easily be quite heavy with liquids, and if slippery conditions, trying to throw a leg over too high, one could so easily drop to concrete painfully. And step through designs don't need to look like a girls bike, just a simple D shape bottom frame loop, to easily get foot through and maintain ballance and the load with both feet on the ground.
Cheers
Have you reviewed the Magicycle Deer full suspension.
how much better is the lectric xp 3.0 than the xp 2.0 ?
I have a question for you. Where is it that you guys test your bikes? I mean, what state is it? I am up here in Maine.
We're in St. George, UT.
Great you’ve narrowed it down to one of 26 different choices
I didn’t find a review of the Trike Mooncool TK1 please review. The price is the best in the market yes better than the XP trike from Lectric
Which E-Bike do you recommend for delivery job and trip?
I’m thinking to buy Himiway Zebra for £1.799. Also for that model, backup battery price is £699. The price seems a bit high to me, but I can't find another bike to buy in the UK in this price range. If I lived in America, the first thing I would do would be to get Aventon level 2. So, do you recommend Himiway Zebra? Or any model?
What kind of delivery work? We usually recommend cargo or utility e-bikes for that sort of thing. Any bikes in the RadRunner series from Rad Power Bikes might be a good fit!
I have the Lectric step thru original and Lectric 2.0 XP love them both. I agree with everything you guys said.
Is there an Electric bike review promo code when buying a bike?
Too bad bad the lectric one is so tiny. Someone much over 6' will not be to actually ride the bike like a bike. Also, sure would like for the Ramblas to top at at 28, not 20 MPH.
Why arent Juice bikes evaluated in your picks? 1000W motors and big quality batteries!
They were another one that just missed the cut. The RipRacer was a hoot.
Im surprised the Euphree City Robin X + isn't on this list.
The Euphree City Robin X + is a great bike, it was one of the very last ones that was cut. You will definitely see the Euhpree on some of our other Best Videos that are focused on specific categories.
Why not give us a chart showing the hill climb time, the stopping time, the range? I almost need to take notes to figure out the top performers as you’ve given us nearly 20 recommendations and I cannot differentiate many of them with the way this video is
The Model Y from Electric Bike Company is absolutely beautiful and rides like a dream! I highly recommend that women especially take advantage of the wide array of customization options in designing their own unique and beautiful bike.
Well said!
How would you guys rate the Discover 2? It seems like it was not out yet by the time this list was made.
We recently released our review of that bike here: ruclips.net/video/GP_8QG1qSX4/видео.htmlfeature=shared
@@ElectricBikeReport Yeah. I saw that actually before this video here. I just wondered how it stacked up against the rest of them.
You guys should add a "fastest up hell hole category". This can help identify the best motor to weight ratio on bikes. Maybe have a spreadsheet or graph with all times compared on your website.
We have some things in the works so people can compare and contract bikes based off all of our real world test data.
It would be a cool feature of bikes tested were set on a specific Dyno to show real world performance when maxed out with load of groceries facing a steep hill four blocks long, where it's not possible to pedal a normal mountain bike even in first gear. The other factor mentioned earlier, is down hill braking, it seems disc brake rotors are just too small in diameter, if E braking is not an option. I fear the hill on mountain bike using both brakes, almost at their limit for that long, where backup rim brake might be needed.
Cheers
Awesome! Go EBC 🙌
Yeah!!
Prefect reviews brand listing for ebike future owners. Would you have the Korean brand Weped moped : F1 ebike hyper in future episode to your reviews challenge results?
Sorry to see my favorite Cannondale Topstone level 3 didn’t make the list. Awesome bike.
You missed reviewing the Hovsco E-bikes and you already call this video bikes of 2024?
Those bikes pack much more power than the Aventon and Lectric E-bikes and feature torque sensors!
A bit more expensive than Aventon but worth reviewing for their power, especially the folding e-bike one!
We'll have to try and get one in!
Just wondered why you didnt include Juiced E-Bikes...I own 3 and love them all
You will see Juiced on category best videos we have coming out!
Love my Rip Racer it have really good power and adjustability is a definite plus.
Juice is the shit.
Have you had a chance to look at the Heybike Hero yet? Curious on your thoughts
We saw it at CES in January but haven't had a chance to get our hands on it yet. It's intriguing but we'll reserve judgment until we can test it.
Hey bike max is a great bike best on cheap