Best ebikes on Reddit

138 reviews from r/ebikes, r/ebike, r/eBikeBuilding and 6 more subreddits

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#1

Lectric

4.1
(12)
"Got me a lectric expedition cargo bike dual battery for under 2k$."
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"It is one of the most popular brands on the market."
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"A new upgraded 1000W Peak Rear Hub Motor with 55Nm of torque."
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"Lectric Express. Not Moped, but almost no step through are."
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"If you go Lectric go cargo 2 battery unless you wanna go slow and not that far."
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"I have the Lectric XPedition."
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"I have a lectric Xpedition."
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"I believe that there's a Lectric bike to suit your needs too..."
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"Has mounts to do delivery."
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"Good direction to go."
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#2

Specialized

4.4
(8)
"If you could bump it to 2750 the Vado 4.0 is an amazing bike that will last you many years."
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"Specialized Turbo Como SL 4 and Trek FX+2 are both exactly $2,000 and great bikes."
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"Specialized Globe Haul ST"
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"You can test it out at a dealer to see how it fits you and if it has the power you need."
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"Specialized Globe Haul is 420, that might be close enough."
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"Specialized turbo Vado or como 3.0 with the IGH."
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"IGH versions of the Specialized turbo vado and como are still available at that price."
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"I would recommend checking one out once it’s released"
#3

Evelo

4.7
(6)
"Evelo Omega or Evelo Galaxy Lux."
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"Evelo Omega or Evelo Galaxy Lux. 3200 for the omega, sometimes for around 2800 on open box."
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"I give a thumbs up on the Evelo Omega as well."
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"Incredible customer service, 21 day trial with free shipping both ways and a 4-year warranty."
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"Evelo Omega. 4 year/20,000 mile warranty."
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"Take a look at the Evelo Omega."
#4

Himiway

3.8
(6)
"Himiway zebra and A7 pro. Either get a bike with front an rear suspension or add a suspension seatpost if it’s a hard tail."
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"Personally I had a very good experience with ''Himiway'' as far as online brand goes."
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"Himiway zebra step over."
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"Look at Himiway and Velotric, they have some lighter options for commuter bikes."
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"Good range and if you need more speed the computer is easy to replace"
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"That's at 400, just a google search though."
#5

Rad

4.0
(5)
"Stick to Rad Lectric and Aventon."
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"My daughter in law is about the same size as you and she chose the radrunner plus and says it fits her good."
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"I have 3 different brands (Rad Runner +, Blix Packa Genie, and Lectric 3.0) and they all have pros and cons."
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"RadMission"
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"They are very popular."
#6

Velotric

4.0
(5)
"Velotric has multiple options that support up to 440 lbs."
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"Velotric is selling the Discover 1 for a good price now that the Discover 2 is out."
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"Velotric are pretty great for the cost."
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"Consider the Ride1Up roadster bikes, or the velotric Thunder 1."
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"I finally chose the velotric nomad. Bike is rated for 400lbs."
#7

Ride1up

4.8
(4)
"Best bang for your buck."
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"Is the best bang for your buck."
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"Class 3, 28mph."
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"There's also Ride1up's Prodigy v2 for around $2400 to $2700."
#8

Gazelle

4.8
(4)
"Great bikes. Definitely a step up from Radpowered in build quality."
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"Loving my Gazelle."
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"Anything Danish or Dutch."
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"My Gazelle Ultimate c380 with a variable gear IGH and belt drive was $3K."
#9

Priority

4.7
(3)
"Priority Current fits this pretty well."
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"Priority Current is often on sale for under 3k."
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"Consider a mid drive bike. Hub motors can over heat on long climbs like that. Priority Current from Costco Next."
#10

TERN

4.7
(3)
"TERN GSD!!!"
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"Tern GSD with extra battery"
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"True delivery horse I think is the Tern GSD, but thats a spicy price tag."
#11

Bafang

4.7
(3)
"Go with a bbs02 its by far the best option, there's also so many video for how to's."
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"Buy a Bafang bbso2 and whatever size battery pack you want."
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"BBSHD - Lots of power. No torque sensor"
#12

Rad Power Bikes

4.3
(3)
"The radster road best bike for the money (non diy option) in my opinion"
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"Definitely get a radster road, $2000 e-bike that feels like a $4000 e-bike imo, it has 750w motor, 28mph, has a throttle(which is rare in higher end e-bikes) torque sensors, 8 speed gears, 100nm of torque for getting up hills, hydraulic brakes, front fork suspension, name brand parts, chain gaurd, full fenders, 2.2x 29 inch tires, easily swappable 720wh battery for extra range if needed, 60 mile r"
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"If you buy something like a rad power or Lectric, they will have a short lifespan because the parts are kind of unreliable."
#13

REI

4.3
(3)
"If you have an REI around they usually have a decent selection in the sub $2k range."
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"Go to REI store near you and test their bikes."
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"You can get an REI e1.1 or 1.2 for about $1k atm. 40% off it's original price."
#14

Heybike

4.3
(3)
"I recently bought a Heybike Mars (v1) when it was on sale for $799."
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"Have you considered the Heybike Mars2 (66#) or the Heybike Explorer (70.5#)?"
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"Heybike Explorer (70.5#) or the Heybike Tyson (77#) all under the $2000.00 price tag."
#15

Aventon

4.0
(3)
"I'd recommend the Aventon Pace."
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"I think it'd be hard to get something with that quality."
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"I've seen at a bike shop in Winnipeg, Northern Bicycle Co, brands such as Envo and Velec."
#16

Serial 1

5.0
(2)
"Also I have serial 1 rush cty speed bought for 2400 .. Best components ever"
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"The best ebike I ever rode."
#17

Cero

5.0
(2)
"If the form factor works for you, the Cero One is currently coming in right at the top of your budget and is an incredible bike for the price."
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"I love my Cero One. It retails for $3,800, but was recently on sale for closer to $3k."
#18

Tenways

5.0
(2)
"I personally think it is the best entry level quality ebike."
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#19

Puckipuppy

4.5
(2)
"The bike is great. I use it for daily commute to work, shopping etc."
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"I just bought a puckipuppy flamingo and I love it."
#20

Philodo

4.5
(2)
"Any of the dual motor bikes. Philodo H8 would be my pick."
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"The Philodo H8 or Philodo Jumbo the H8 is a 26x4 dual motor hardtail with a 23 ah battery."
#21

Giant

4.5
(2)
"This will do it for you while also being reliable for many years."
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"Giant has some real nice e-bikes in that price range with internal gear hubs."
#22

Electric Bike Company

4.5
(2)
"I bought the Model X from Electric Bike Company a couple years ago and am very happy with it."
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"Electric Bike Company."
#23

Trek

4.5
(2)
"Trek Allant+ 8S ought to handle that."
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"I bought the Trek FX+ 2 because it's the lightest E-bike."
#24

Envo

4.0
(2)
"I would go Envo over RAD any day, quality seems much higher."
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"Both brands offer great beginner bikes from Canadian ebike brands."
#25

Soul

4.0
(2)
"Take a look at Soul ebikes."
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"Take a look at soul ebikes."
#26

Wired Freedom

4.0
(2)
"Wired Freedom is the best hub drive right now, it’s like a dual sport motorcycle almost."
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"Wired Freedom."
#27

DJ

4.0
(2)
"DJ bikes are good cost to performance ratio."
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"I've had my superbike for 2 seasons (1100km) and so far so good."
#28

Biktrix

4.0
(2)
"Biktrix may be another brand for you to consider."
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"Look at Biktrix Ultra Duo 3— 380lbs."
#29

Lectric XP 3.0

5.0
(1)
"I'm about your size and have the Lectric XP 3.0 Long Range with the passenger kit and have been enjoying it (240 miles)."
#30

Aventon Aventure 2

5.0
(1)
"Ordered an Aventon Aventure 2 yesterday. Big advantage is that it has a rear hub motor and a torque sensor."
#31

Lectric XP Lite

5.0
(1)
"This is one im looking at"
#32

Himiway A7 Pro

5.0
(1)
"Dang that himiway a7 pro looks like a really great option for you"
#33

AW Hub Motor Kit

5.0
(1)
"I have a kit electric bike and its awesome. Hits about 40mph with a 1000w motor"
#34

XPremium

5.0
(1)
"My mid drive xpremium has lots of torque. I weigh 200 lbs and it will go 14-15mph up most hills on just throttle."
#35

Eggrider

5.0
(1)
"Buy the eggrider display for the Radrunner and get more power."
#36

Ariel Rider

5.0
(1)
"I have an Ariel Rider X-class that has a 1000W motor."
#37

Santa Cruz

5.0
(1)
"Which I just ordered."
#38

Orbea

5.0
(1)
"I love my Orbea Rise H30."
#39

Ride1Up

5.0
(1)
"I’m 193cm, 110kg, and love my Ride1Up Rift."
#40

FREEDARE

5.0
(1)
"Just received mine (Eden) love it."
#41

Surface 604

5.0
(1)
"I’m a big fan of my Surface 604 Colt."
#42

Stealth

5.0
(1)
"I'd recommend a stealth bomber with at least 72v. Now that'll get you moving."
#43

Eelo 1885 Explorer

4.0
(1)
"Https://www.eeloproducts.com/products/eelo-1885-explorer-folding-electric-bike"
#44

Amazon Electric Bike Kits

4.0
(1)
"I was just looking at some electric bike kits on Amazon that would allow me to turn my mountain bike into an ebike."
#45

AW Amazon Hub Motor Kit

4.0
(1)
"60 or 72v battery on an “AW” Amazon hub motor kit + bike and controller."
#46

Ecells

4.0
(1)
"Check out Ecells, not sure if it's exactly what you're looking for but their new 5 Star is budget friendly."
#47

Totguard

4.0
(1)
"I take my Totguard 26” folding off road a lot."
#48

Rad Power Bikes Radster Road

4.0
(1)
"I own the radster road and I ride in the rain just fine 28mph never felt unsafe"
#49

Ride1Up LMT'D

4.0
(1)
"It's a super comfortable and powerful bike for commuting to work"
#50

Canyon Endurace

4.0
(1)
"I would get a XXS Canyon Endurace or flat bar equivalent"
#51

Swytch Conversion Kit

4.0
(1)
"Maybe consider a swytch kit. Low key and should work great for a last mile option."
#52

Tongsheng

4.0
(1)
"Tongsheng TSDZ2B kits ordered from AliExpress is the way to go."
#53

Fido

4.0
(1)
"How about the Fido T1? Similar to the Rad, but bigger battery and faster."
#54

DIY

4.0
(1)
"I loved riding my DIY ebike around campus, for that price range you could get a used bike and DIY it with a $250 hub motor kit."
#55

Cube

4.0
(1)
"Best bet would be a mid drive bosch cx gen 4. For "value" for money have a look at cube range."
#56

Asana

4.0
(1)
"Before I got my driver's license, I had an Asana e-bike. Bought it (barely) used for ~5 mil."
#57

Overland

4.0
(1)
"I would vote for Overland Flex just based on the fact that it has 2 batteries."
#58

Juiced

4.0
(1)
"Juiced crosscurrent S2."
#59

Surron

4.0
(1)
"If you want something proper that you could enjoy too id look at **Surron.** Prices start around $5k."
#60

Motor Goat

4.0
(1)
"Motor goat v3 says their weight capacity is 450."
#61

Luna

4.0
(1)
"Luna Stealth. Under 2k. Belt, IGH, hydraulic brakes, 39 lbs."
#62

Hurley

4.0
(1)
"I picked up a Hurley Mini Swell (available at Best Buy as the SWFT Zip), 48V 500W."
#63

KTM

4.0
(1)
"At that price point."
#64

Fucare

4.0
(1)
"I'm riding the Fucare Libra."
#65

Eahora

4.0
(1)
"Eahora Juliet has worked really well for me."
#66

E-Cells

4.0
(1)
"The E-Cells Five Star is a great looking $2k bike."
#67

Mongoose

4.0
(1)
"I’ve put over 1000 miles on a Mongoose Envoy."
#68

REI Gen E 1.2

3.0
(1)
"They cover all the routine maintenance for 2 years if you have a membership"
#69

F1

3.0
(1)
"Maybe something like [this](https://www.walmart.com/ip/F1-Electric-Bike-26-48V-500W-Bafang-Motor-UL-Certified-10-4Ah-Battery-Shimano-21-Speed-Gear-Electric-Mountain-Bike-for-Adults/5607402275)? Is it good? I don't know."

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