Best e-bike on Reddit
195 reviews from r/ebikes, r/CargoBike, r/ebike and 14 more subreddits
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#1
Trek
4.4
(14)
"Love my e-bike! I got a Trek Allant+, I haven’t touched my car in literally two months at this point."
"I got a Ponto Go! for $2499 from my local Trek bike shop."
"Our choice is definitely the Trek—anytime, any day."
"IMO, I'd get a notable brand name (Trek, Orbea, Yamaha) that comes with the right stuff."
"If I wanted an e-bike with a strong US presence / network of vendors... I'd probably go with a Trek."
"You’re looking at about 4.2k including buying the extended battery."
"I got a Trek FX+ or DS+."
"Check out a hardtail mountainbike like the trek procaliber."
"Trek FX+2 would be my recommendation."
"I like the look of this: Trek Verve 2."
#2
Velotric
4.3
(10)
"They are both great bikes."
"It has been a great bike: cost ~1200 each and has a range of 50 miles."
"I got a Velotric for my kid in the same situation. It's an awesome bike."
"The Velotric Fold 1 is on sale for $1049."
"I think for the money it’s a decent bicycle."
"I currently ride a Velotric T1 St plus and have a little over 500 miles on it."
"I've ridden the Velotric Fold 1 at a bike store."
"Velotric, Lectric, and Aventon are decent 'mid-range' brands."
"You may want to check out the Velotric Packer. It may accommodate your needs."
"Have you looked into velotric? I have a huge discount code if you are interested."
#3
Aventon
4.2
(10)
"I LOVE my Aventon Pace 500.3."
"My kid and I love ours."
"I would get the Aventon Soltera 2 & add thicker tires."
"Ecells, Raev bullet, goat ebikes, Aventon, Fucare Gemini X."
"Aventon Level 2"
"May be a good option as it’s fairly inexpensive."
"Aventon Soltera 2 or Ride1up Roadster V3 I'd say."
"Aventon has a good rep, or if you want to go a little fancier maybe Xtracycle."
"I have an Aventon Pace 500.3 which is upright and I like it."
"Check out the Aventon Pace or Velotric Discover 2."
#4
Lectric
4.1
(10)
"Has a rear rack capable of carrying something like 150 pounds."
"They've been great bikes."
"For a little over your budget, Lectric XP 3.0."
"For your budget, Lectric XP 2.0 Lite."
"My wife really likes her Lectric CP 3.0."
"Lectric xp lite."
"After taxes i paid $1836.00"
"For that short a ride, the 500w Lectric Xpress would be a good choice for $1000."
"[Lectric Xpeak]: While the extra battery promotion is still on."
"Lectric is one of the better direct to consumer companies when it comes to customer service."
#5
Yamaha Crosscore RC
5.0
(8)
"Yamaha Crosscore RC, price in cart $1200, free battery, 5 year warranty."
"Buy a Yamaha Crosscore RC on sale $1200, free battery, 5 year warranty."
"Yamaha Crosscore RC $1200 on sale from $3000."
"It's on sale for $1200 with an extra 500wh battery and 5 year extended warranty."
"Retailing for $1199+ tax w free extra battery and 5 year warranty."
"Yamaha is having a 60% off sale so definitely worth checking out."
"If you are near a Yamaha dealer, the Yamaha Crosscore RC is on sale."
"You get name brand support and parts at an Aventon price."
#6
Tern
4.4
(8)
"But the simple answer is - get a Tern!"
"On your list, the tern or the globe hands down."
"Tern GSD! It can fit 2 Yepp seats or just use the bench."
"Check out Tern e-bikes, they make higher end models."
"The only knock I’ve ever really heard on Tern is the price point, so if it fits your budget that seems like a good move to me!"
"The only knock I’ve ever really heard on Tern is the price point, so if it fits your budget that seems like a good move to me!"
"*Tern makes a great bike for shorter folks."
"Tern Eclipse is the only decent one I am aware of."
#7
Yamaha
4.3
(6)
"The Yamaha ones are on a steal of a sale rn."
"Buy a yahama."
"Excellent range. 5 year warranty."
"The Yamaha sale right now is quite good if you can afford $1100."
"Make sure you check out the Yamaha ebike sale too."
"Take a look at the Yamaha 60 percent off deal."
#8
Gazelle
4.8
(4)
"At that price point, you can get a good bike from a real bike company. I have a gazelle and it’s great."
"Gazelle makes, IMO the best commuter bikes."
"Gazelle bikes are very upright, so you are not putting weight on your wrists."
"I got my gf a Gazelle Paris and i like taking it for a spin."
#9
Rad Power
4.8
(4)
"The RadRunner 2 or the RadRunner Plus seem like the best fit here."
"I love my Rad Power bike for city exploring."
"I got a Radpower Radcity 3 on FB marketplace for $850."
"Radpower sometimes has refurbished or floor model e-bikes for sale for cheap."
#10
Xtracycle
5.0
(3)
"Definitely add the Xtracycle Hopper to your list. It is at $2500 if you order before 10/13."
"Extracycle hopper - $2499 right now as it was just released."
"If you can swing 2500 the new Xtracycle looks sweet."
#11
REI
4.7
(3)
"I got one of the REI cargo e-bikes that were on discount, and it's actually made me ride my bikes way more."
"Great price too. Highly recommend."
"Go to rei and try out a couple ebikes."
#12
Lectric Xpress
4.0
(3)
"For that short a ride, the 500w Lectric Xpress would be a good choice for $1000."
"For that short a ride, the 500w Lectric Xpress would be a good choice for $1000."
"If there is nothing available locally, I suggest the Lectric Xpress."
#13
Cannondale
4.0
(3)
"It’s a great bike, comfortable, pretty fast, and not super heavy, like 40lbs."
"Pretty lightweight and has a stepthrough variant."
"I think Cannondale has an ebike with similar features."
#14
Priority
5.0
(2)
"For commuting, I’ve absolutely adored my Priority Current."
"Priority Current. I'm delighted with mine and it would handle your requirements."
#15
Aventon Level 2
5.0
(2)
"Aventon Level 2, great commuter."
"I recently got an Aventon level2 and I’m pretty obsessed with it."
#16
Surface604 Boar Explorer
5.0
(2)
"It has load capacity up to 300lbs."
"Good product. Going to be using it for my 3rd winter this coming season."
#17
Cube
5.0
(2)
"Yea get a Cube, nice and solidly made with Bosch batteries and motors."
"Try the cube Kathmandu range of bikes. They should fit what you are looking for."
#18
Specialized
3.3
(3)
"I have a Specialized Turbo Vado SL and it's a great fitness bike."
"I personally ride a Specialized Turbo Vado Class 3."
"Specialized trek or yamaha, don't get the gazelle overpriced chinese garbage."
#19
Electric Bike Company
4.5
(2)
"I have a bike from Electric Bike Company that works great in my area for the hills."
"Electric Bike Company bikes are made in the USA."
#20
Yamaha Crosscore
4.5
(2)
"The deals on the Yamaha ebikes are absolutely ridiculous right now."
"It does not have a throttle but will pedal assist up to 28mph."
#21
Aventon Pace 500.3
4.5
(2)
"Try an Aventon Pace 500.3. The upright position is working well for my spouse."
"Aventon Pace 500.3 has cruiser handle bars, very comfortable to ride."
#22
Tern Quick Haul
4.5
(2)
"Tern makes very qualitative and tested bikes."
"I think I'm most excited to test ride the Tern Quick Haul."
#23
Ride1Up
4.5
(2)
"I ended up with the Ride1Up Roadster V3 and could not be happier."
"I bought my girlfriend a Ride1Up CF Racer for under $2500."
#24
Riese & Muller
4.5
(2)
"Orox R14 or Go check Riese & Muller bikes, the supercharger one for long distances."
"If you are looking for bikes not made in China, there's Germany's Riese & Muller and Gazelle."
#25
Raleigh
4.5
(2)
"A friend of mine has a Raleigh Motus which was a bit under £2k."
"Very happy with my Raleigh Trace."
#26
XXX
4.0
(2)
"Got my gf the xxx. Perfect size and fast or slower in eco."
"I would just get the XXX. Keep it in eco and let her learn."
#27
Ride1UP
4.0
(2)
"Ride1up Revv1 HT with extra battery."
#28
Ride1Up Portola
4.0
(2)
"I have their Portola from them that I like."
"Look for foldable ebike, like: Ride1Up Portola"
#29
Ariel Rider
4.0
(2)
"I second the xclass suggestion. My wife has it and it will hit 30."
"Ariel rider x class 52v is pretty solid."
#30
Turbo
5.0
(1)
"I really enjoy my Turbo Vado SL - it’s only 15kg and has a 325w battery."
#31
Bulls
5.0
(1)
"Bulls Evo speed 2"
#32
Reid
5.0
(1)
"I bought my son a Reid Blacktop class 1 bike and he has ridden the @#$& out of that bike."
#33
Grand Canyon
5.0
(1)
"My wife has a Grand Canyon:ON and it's a great 'does it all' bike."
#34
Ellsbetj
5.0
(1)
"Definitely get an e-bike! It’s a game changer, plus you don’t have to use the battery if you don’t want to do so."
#35
Rad Power Bikes
5.0
(1)
"Definitely get a radster road, $2000 e-bike that feels like a $4000 e-bike imo."
#36
Pedego
5.0
(1)
"750 watt motor. 80+ miles of range."
#37
Actbest
5.0
(1)
"Actbest Core. U won't regret it"
#38
Roll Road
5.0
(1)
"My gf and I love it. I'm 230/ she is 130. Goes about 28 mph with both of us on."
#39
Grin Technologies
5.0
(1)
"Best ebike kits in the game."
#40
Solé
5.0
(1)
"Check out Solé E(24), it’s a Californian brand."
#41
Specialized Globe Haul ST
5.0
(1)
"Bought both of those, and been really happy."
#42
Lectric Expedition
5.0
(1)
"Lectric expedition, is around 1700 and excellent."
#43
Cube Reaction Hybrid 750
5.0
(1)
"I just bought one for 2600."
#44
Haul ST
5.0
(1)
"I bought a Haul ST and love it."
#45
Wallke H9 AWD 48v60AH
5.0
(1)
"Wallke H9 AWD 48v60AH - Its a beast."
#46
Urban Arrow
5.0
(1)
"The urban arrow family fits us very nicely and has a combined load capacity of 250kg/550 lbs."
#47
Komaki Ranger
5.0
(1)
"The Komaki Ranger is one of the most affordable e-bikes for urban commuters currently available."
#48
Tern Xtracycle Hopper
5.0
(1)
"Definitely add the Xtracycle Hopper to your list."
#49
Tern Short Haul
5.0
(1)
"I have a Tern Short Haul turned into ecargobike w/Tongsheng mid drive."
#50
Flyer Flex
5.0
(1)
"I would take a look at the Flyer Flex as well."
#51
Tern GSD
5.0
(1)
"I have a Tern GSD, and it is a well-made product that I love."
#52
Ride1Up Gravel Roadster
5.0
(1)
"Check out the Gravel Roadster from Ride1up."
#53
Shimano STEPS Mid Drive
5.0
(1)
"Check out Shimano STEPS MID DRIVE."
#54
Velotric Discover 2
5.0
(1)
"From all the YT and Reddit reviews I could find it suited my needs the best."
#55
Blix Vika
5.0
(1)
"I have a Blix Vika that would work for you. Really like the bike."
#56
Rad Power Bikes RadCity 5 Plus
5.0
(1)
"For a comfortable e-bike with higher handlebars, check out the Rad Power Bikes RadCity 5 Plus."
#57
Day 6
5.0
(1)
"Check out Day 6 bikes. They are crank forward, with your feet further ahead of your butt."
#58
Velotric Discover 1 & 2
5.0
(1)
"I recommend the Velotric Discover 1 & 2."
#59
Wired Freedom
5.0
(1)
"It's just a very solid, well built ebike. I have 3 of them myself."
#60
Roll Road Emma 3
5.0
(1)
"I think the seat on bicycle is narrow and painful, that’s the part of reason I choose bench style long seat."
#61
Biktrix Juggernaut Ultra FS Pro
5.0
(1)
"It takes my significantly higher weight without apparent problems."
#62
Riese & Müller Multicharger
5.0
(1)
"I’m « only » 6’1 but I’m too not very comfortable with smaller wheels."
#63
Riese & Müller Charger 4 GT Touring
5.0
(1)
"Magnificent!!! I was benchmarking it and other bikes with the Flyer Gorox X."
#64
Ecells Rwd Dual Star
5.0
(1)
"It blew my expectations out of the water for an Ebike."
#65
Momentum
4.0
(1)
"Momentum Voya was a favorite as a class I drop bar budget eBike."
#66
Engwe
4.0
(1)
"I'd buy it... Engwe E26 750W."
#67
Biktrix
4.0
(1)
"You need at least a 750w motor, and try to get as much power as possible. Biktrix in Canada has powerful bikes."
#68
Zugo
4.0
(1)
"It is a Zugo Bike - the step over version in black."
#69
Electra
4.0
(1)
"Look at Electra ebikes. They are a Trek sub brand, so they are good quality."
#70
Tesway
4.0
(1)
#71
Ridestar
4.0
(1)
"Look into the ridstar a20, it tops out at 35 and is like 700$."
#72
Super 73
4.0
(1)
"Super 73 is probably her best bet if she is just looking to cruise."
#73
Luna
4.0
(1)
"Luna Z1"
#74
Giant
4.0
(1)
"Giant trance + x1 pro"
#75
Globe
4.0
(1)
"What you want is a globe haul st."
#76
Marin
4.0
(1)
"Marin makes some high quality e-bikes that fit your requirements."
#77
Juiced
4.0
(1)
"The RipCurrent from Juiced has handlebars that are more U-shaped."
#78
Evelo
4.0
(1)
"I would have reccomended https://evelo.com/products/omega but it seems to be sold out right now."
#79
Tongsheng
4.0
(1)
"I find Tongsheng is the best bang for the buck."
#80
Brompton
4.0
(1)
"Have her try a brompton electric c or p line with the h bars."
#81
Raev Bullet X
4.0
(1)
"Raev Bullet X, they got a pink 1 for girls."
#82
Trek Powerfly FS
4.0
(1)
"Trek Powerfly FS with different tires and the luggage attachment."
#83
Macfox
4.0
(1)
"Purchased a Macfox recently. So far so good."
#84
Azor Ameland
4.0
(1)
"Check out the Azor Ameland. They have a 67cm frame which claims to be for people 6'6" tall up to 7'1"."
#85
Ecells Five Star
4.0
(1)
"I’m slightly heavier than you and recommend the Ecells five star. The extra power is really nice being a bigger guy."
#86
Cannondale Adventure Neo Allroad Speed
4.0
(1)
"I got a Cannondale Adventure Neo Allroad Speed - it’s been great so far."
#87
BIRIA Electric Folding Series 5 S5
4.0
(1)
"BIRIA ELECTRIC FOLDING - SERIES 5, S5 WITH TORQUE SENSOR."
#88
Radpower
4.0
(1)
"Radpower bikes are one of the more affordable, but reliable e-bikes."
#89
Yuba
4.0
(1)
"Yuba Mundo. I'm also 6'4 and ride with my 7 and 3 year old."
#90
ecells
4.0
(1)
"You want the ecells 19 inch frame"
#91
Pedal Electric
4.0
(1)
"Try pedal electric bikes great ride and fit bigger people."
#92
Ride1Up Roadster V3
4.0
(1)
"Worth checking out the Roadster v3, Prodigy XC, and Prodigy v2."
#93
Aventon Soltera 2
4.0
(1)
"A small Soltera 2 has a minimum inseam of 25” if that works for her."
#94
Nakto F2
4.0
(1)
"Check out the Nakto F2. It's priced around $1300."
#95
Raleigh Motus
4.0
(1)
"A friend of mine has a Raleigh Motus which was a bit under £2k."
#96
Aventon Aventure 2
4.0
(1)
"My girl rides with me on an Aventon Aventure 2."
#97
Lectric XP Lite 2.0
4.0
(1)
"Look for foldable ebike, like: Letric XP Lite 2.0"
#98
Aventon Sinch 2
4.0
(1)
"Look for foldable ebike, like: Aventon Sinch.2"
#99
Juiced Hyperscorpion
4.0
(1)
"I have a Juiced Hyperscorpion and it helps."
#100
Fiido T1 Pro
4.0
(1)
"Check out the Fiido T1 pro - very easy to maneuver and comfortable to ride."
#101
Tenways CG600
4.0
(1)
"I’ve heard many good things about the Tenways CG600 in terms of good quality and features for the price!"
#102
Lectric Xpress 750W
4.0
(1)
"Lectric Xpress 750w is probably the best value right now."
#103
Voltbike Yukon 750
4.0
(1)
"Voltbike Yukon 750 is what you are looking for."
#104
Canyon
4.0
(1)
"The Canyons are 60Nm, Specialized is 35Nm and Cube is 55Nm."
#105
Dahon
3.0
(1)
"If you want a decent e-bike that isn't expensive I've come to the conclusion you need to make your own."
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