Do you love to ride your beach cruiser along the shore but tired of struggling home after a long day in the water and sun? Electric beach cruisers let you ride in style while giving you an extra push on your ride around town.
What Is A Electric Beach Cruiser
Cruiser eBikes feature the same retro styling of a classic cruiser with curved frame tubes, big tires, and a wide, spring seat, but add an electric motor to provide assistance. They let you sit upright, look around, and take in the scene with a relaxed, comfortable posture.
Beach cruisers have a long history, originating in the 1930s when Schwinn starting building bikes to resemble European motorcycles with balloon tires, a headlight, and a faux gas tank.
In the 1970s, the beach cruiser experienced a resurgence in popularity throughout Southern California. People recycled old cruiser bikes and used them as inexpensive and practical transportation solution to go between town and beach. Today, the beach cruiser continues to be a nostalgic icon in coastal locales across America.
These days beach cruiser feature the latest technology in electric motors, giving you an extra power boost to help carry coolers and beach supplies.
Keep it simple for a low price ($982) with the Schwinn Mendocino cruiser ebike. This eBike is excellent if you need extra pedal assistance but don’t want to drop a lot of money. The Mendocino gives you the essentials, like a rack, 6-speed shifting, and disc brakes to get your stuff down to the beach and back.
Motor: 250W rear hub motor
Top speed: 20 mph (32 km/h)
Range: Up to 45 mi (72 km)
Drive: Multiple levels of pedal assist
Speeds: 6-speed derailleur
Battery: 313 wh
Frame: Aluminum 6061
Weight: 90 lbs
Max Weight Capacity: 300 lbs
Suspension: Ridgid
Brakes: Mechanical disc brakes
Wheels: 26” x 2.1” front/rear
Warranty: Frame - Lifetime, Drive system - 2 years
Color: Anthracite Gray, Apple Red, White
The Magnum Cruiser ($2,299) lets you ride comfortably with its ergonomic, pedal-forward cruiser position. You can choose between Pedal Assist or Throttle power, and there’s also a Walk Assist mode to help you push your eBike through rough terrain or hills. A wide spring saddle and a front suspension fork smooth out the bumps.
Motor: 500W rear hub motor
Top speed: 25 mph (40 km/h) with Pedal Assist, 20 mph (32 km/h) with Throttle
Range: 30-50 mi (48-80 km)
Drive: Cadence Sensing Pedal Assist, Trigger Throttle, Walk Mode
Speeds: 7-speed derailleur
Battery: 48V 15 Ah
Frame: Aluminum
Weight: 67 lbs (30.4 kg)
Suspension: Front, 75mm
Brakes: Hydraulic disc brakes, 180mm rotor
Wheels: 26” x 2.4” front/rear
Warranty: Frame - 1 year
Color: Black/Copper, Black/Gunmetal Grey
Ride in comfort and style on the Emojo Hurricane Pro ($2,199). You can choose between a 500W or 750W motor. This cruiser eBike has color-accented leather grips and a wide spring seat. The 4” tires and front suspension provide a plush ride. The battery integrates into the frame, reinforcing the strength.
Motor: 500W or 750W rear hub motor
Top speed: 20 mph (32 km/h)
Range: Up to 30 mi (48 km)
Drive: Multiple levels of pedal assist
Speeds: 7-speed derailleur
Battery: 48 V 13 Ah
Frame: Aluminum
Weight: 59 lbs (26.9 kg)
Max Weight Capacity: 300 lbs (136 kg)
Suspension: Front
Brakes: Mechanical disc brakes
Wheels: 26” x 4” front/rear
Warranty: 1 year
Color: Matte Black, Matte Blue
The Electra Townie Go ($2,950) is a beach cruiser eBike with sophistication. Features like a mid-drive motor, an internally geared hub, and a cafe lock give this eBike extra quality. The Flat Foot Technology lets you ride efficiently but put your feet down at stops without getting off the saddle.
Motor: 250W mid-drive
Top speed: 20 mph (32 km/h)
Range: Up to 45 mi (72 km)
Drive: Multiple levels of pedal assist
Speeds: 5-speed internal gear hub
Battery: 36V 11Ah
Frame: Aluminum 6061
Weight: 55 lbs (25 kg)
Max Weight Capacity: 300 lbs (136 kg)
Suspension: Ridgid
Brakes: Hydraulic disc brakes, 180 mm rotor
Wheels: 26” x 2.35” front/rear
Warranty: Frame - Lifetime, Components - 2 years
Color: Jade, Cloud Grey, Green Tea, Glacier Blue, Ebony
If the small details and aesthetics are essential, then the Blix Sol ($1,699) is your beach cruiser. Blix’s attention to design details makes the Sol an eye-pleasing cruiser eBike.
Motor: 750w rear hub-motor
Top speed: 20 mph (32 km/h)
Range: Up to 45 mi (72 km)
Drive: Multiple levels of pedal assist and throttle
Speeds: 7-speed derailleur
Battery: 48V 614 Ah
Frame: Aluminum
Weight: 56 lbs (25.4 kg)
Max Weight Capacity: 270 lbs (122 kg)
Suspension: Ridgid
Brakes: Hydraulic disc brakes with auto power cutoff, 160mm rotor
Wheels: 27.5” x 2.4” front/rear
Warranty: Frame - Lifetime, Components - 2 years
Color: Jade, Cloud Grey, Green Tea, Glacier Blue, Ebony
The Vintage Roadster ($6,995) is the ultimate cruiser eBike. It features retro styling with advanced tech like regenerative hydraulic brakes and a 72V/15.6Ah battery. The Roadster has high-quality components and accessories like an inverted 60mm front suspension fork, English Brooks panniers, and leather contact points.
The “Race Mode” option delivers 4000 peak watts and a 40 mph top speed. The Vintage Roadster is for you when you want performance, style, and quality.
Motor: 750w rear hub-motor, Racer Mode - 4000W peak
Top speed: 20 mph (32 km/h), Racer Mode 40 mph (64 km/h)
Range: 40-75 mi (64-120 km)
Drive: Multiple levels of pedal assist and throttle
Speeds: Single-speed
Battery: 72V 15.6Ah 1123 Wh
Frame: Aluminum
Weight: 86 lbs (39 kg)
Suspension: Front inverted fork, 60mm
Brakes: Hydraulic disc brakes with regenerative braking
Wheels: 26” x 2.35” front/rear
Warranty: Frame - Lifetime, Components - 2 years
Color: Black/Silver
The Benno Boost ($4,299) is the cargo cruiser eBike. This long-tail “Etility” cruiser has a relaxed riding position for comfortable riding. The Boost is your bike if you want options. You can choose between 4 different Bosch mid-drive motors, 6 different colors, 2 types of batteries and countless accessories for carrying cargo, children or passengers.
The Specialized Como 4.0 ($3,350) is a cruiser eBike that has a city bike influence. It features an upright seating position and a spring absorption saddle for comfort. The Como is a mid-drive eBike that provides 250W of pedal assist. This Class 3 eBike can cruise pretty fast with a top speed of 28 mph. The integrated lights will help you ride safely at night. The Specialized Como 4.0 is great when you want a relaxed cruiser with a little extra speed.
Mid-drive
Integrated battery
Pedal assist
Cruiser for the city
Integrated lights and fenders
Wide tires
Upright seating position
Class 3 Max speed 28 mph