Expert Reviews

“This Magnum Cruiser is the MOST COMFORTABLE Pedal-Forward city cycling experience YOU WILL EVER HAVE. This amazing electric bike is designed for comfort and speed. Sit back, relax, and take a ride in the city or on the beach with your friends or family. The Magnum Cruiser provides an exciting combination of recreation, technology, and power.” 

The MOTAN M-66 R7 is a powerful, fast, and fun moped-style electric bike complete with passenger footpegs and a tool-free adjustable stem that makes it a breeze to adjust for riding with two people; lights and fenders are included, with optional upgrades such as a rear rack or a backrest.

“The SmartMotion Pacer delivers a lot of value and performance for a pretty reasonable price, and it impressed me with several creative new features such as LED strips along the downtube and rack supports."

“If the term ‘ultra-performance scooter’ was in the dictionary, it’d probably be inked there next to a picture of the Dualtron Storm.”

God knows what LaPierre are thinking with the latest addition to their emtb fleet.

For 'biodegradable' read 'water soluble' and sure enough the first application only lasted 36 miles and one shower.

"Stability is enhanced by the wide handlebar, which is fully redesigned for a sporty riding position and offers an ergonomic and comfortable experience."

Overall, we’re incredibly pleased with how well the Aventure performed. In a competitive market flush with affordable fat-tire e-bikes, Aventon stepped up and built a bike that’s refreshingly unique and tremendously fun. We’ve also got a hunch that the Aventure may set a new standard for detail and creativity in the race for the best affordable fat e-bike – if not one of the best electric bikes period.

“If you prefer top-shelf quality, this German-made lock delivers a great product.”

“In the driving state, real-time information such as speed, power, etc. is readily available at a glance; all driving operations can be completed with a single button using minimalist operating logic.” 

It's nice to see a new display with some increased functionality – there are five levels of assist to choose from, and there is added Bluetooth functionality plus the USB charging port (as on the DP-C18).

Freedom X is one of the most unusual-looking e-bikes on the market, but that shows you shouldn’t judge a book by its cover. It’s a unique and durable e-bike for everyday rides in an urban environment. Reliable and sturdy - but with an interesting and modern vibe.

Right out of the gate, the HyperScrambler 2 doesn’t feel like a bike. Everything is built up with hefty components that are built to last and to endure.

The Raleigh Centros is an excellent urban long-range electric bike well suited to seniors looking for a comfortable ride with plenty of range on a single charge. The components are of good quality and are from a reputable brand.

This pad technology relies on an internal silicone bead to redirect moisture away from the forehead and eliminate the potential of sweat dripping into the eyes.

The M-E1 is not very powerful, but I like how the quiet Shimano mid-drive motor supplies just enough pedal assistance to make me feel like I'm getting some exercise in as I turn the cranks.

The main takeaway from our Lectric XP Lite review was that it shifted our view of how affordable an e-bike can be while still being worth recommending.

This ebike is another great bike in the Diamondback lineup. A commuter-inspired ebike that can also do some dirt and gravel roads.

The Ghost comes in with some great angles too: the steep 74° seat post gives you the luxury of riding even the steepest sections like a king

While most affordable e-bike makers buy motors from other companies, Rad designs theirs in house. This is a big deal — one that Rad takes a lot of pride in — and I can say from experience that it does make a difference in performance and reliability.

I was pleasantly surprised at how fun this ride was.

I've got to be honest. At first, I wasn't too fond of the yellow or the supernova. But you know what? It's got the best paint job on it. And I am really loving it.

"In practice, it reaches the same maximum torque as the rivals Shimano EP8 and Bosch Performance Line CX, but the Japanese focused more on fluidity in delivery than power."

Natural - this bike "feels" like riding a regular pedal bike. The power assist is very smooth, even in Rocket mode. Comfort Isospeed frame works, this bike is comfortable. Fun: this bike is fun to ride with just enough assist to help with wind, hills, or a bionic hip!

“GoTrax is winning on both price and quality.”

"If you live near trails that allow e-bikes, like to adventure deep into forests, or just want an urban pedal mate then the Woom UP can certainly fit the bill."

"Even after everything I've put it through, it's still got some battery left, and it's been incredible. Everything that I was hoping for from the Onewheel GT, it has delivered and probably more, to be honest."

"I liked the LAND bikes' modern yet simple styling — something I immediately figured would help it attract new riders — but I doubted such small motorcycles could pack much of a performance punch."

"Put it all together, and this scooter is ideal for smart, energy-efficient, and time-saving use, and it doesn't require too much skill from its owner."

“The 16x pedals are pretty close to what I would consider ideal. The acceleration is strong, the turning is easy, and control is high. On the street, I don’t think I’ve ever reviewed a more nimble wheel than this.”  Kuji, [Kuji Rolls](https://www.youtube.com/c/KujiRolls). 

“The GoTrax GKS is a dependable, beginner-level electric scooter.  Intuitive foot controls, small size, and a top speed of 7.5 MPH make it ideal for a young rider.”

If you are not dealing with many hills in your area then Bosch Active Line Plus Motor will do the job for you.

Low price is one of the biggest differentiating features of the Max Cargo and I love that it comes standard with a wooden deck and sideboards, fenders, and an integrated headlight.

Elaborating on the approachability, I would say that the Smart Step really shines for average-to-small sized riders, the low standover height makes mounting and dismounting easy, and this is the lightest of the SONDORS models at 55.6 pounds, fairly average for a step-thru electric bike.

In my opinion, the WowGo Mini 2 is a phenomenal choice of mini-boards based on the price, quality, and performance. The technology, craft, and care that went into designing this board is impressive.

Altogether, we can’t recommend a better ‘do it all’ e-bike than the Rise Hydro.

“Its charging time is about 2.5h, making it excellent for daily commuters because it's possible to charge the battery after each use.”

“Unlike all the heavy e-bikes and lesser “e-scooters” we’ve ridden over the years, this is the one that has finally seemed to replace our car. Around our neighborhood at least, and maybe yours? The NIU offers a 16.3 mph top speed, nearly 25 miles of range, a smart connected app, and the ability to power up to 100kg of rider.”

"At a price of only … $2399.00 USD, it’s one of the very (best) values for an electric bike manufactured by Cube in Germany and powered by the Bosch eBike system." 

"In terms of riding experience, I was quite impressed."

The BikTrix Juggernaut Ultra FS is a highly customizable electric mountain bike when it comes to its base design.

You need to have some riding experience under your belt to not only appreciate what the Phantom can do but also to keep it under control.

Halfway between the hyperlight T-Line and the basic models, the P-Line misses the mark.

“Cannondale Quick Neo SL 2 is one of the most popular sporty-but-elegant eBikes for everyday rides that has gained massive popularity for the past few months.”

This contender is hands down one of the toughest bike locks we tested.

With restrictions on the internal combustion engine imminent, Australian electric motorcycle company Fonzarelli are leading the charge here in zero emissions motorcycles.

The Inokim Quick 4 is a high quality, fast, and comfortable electric scooter with full suspension.

The sheer number of items that can be color customized is staggering. Riders can choose the colors of each of the following items: frame, fork, fenders, chain guard, battery case, basket frame, and basket liner.