Best adult electric bicycles according to redditors

We found 82 Reddit comments discussing the best adult electric bicycles. We ranked the 44 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.

Next page

Top Reddit comments about Adult Electric Bicycles:

u/IActuallyLikeSpiders · 18 pointsr/bikecommuting

I am 52 years old, and I started commuting on August 1, to improve my fitness level. I started with a hybrid that exacerbated my carpal tunnel syndrome, and eventually decided to get a touring bike because I'd like to do some touring. After testing quite a few bikes, I settled on the Surly LHT. I like gadgets, and have actually run out of places to put them. I don't mind the weight, because I am not trying to get anywhere quickly. If anyone has any questions, I'd love to answer them!

EDIT: Here's the list of accessories I've added to the bike above its stock configuration:

u/bradland · 8 pointsr/ebikes

Much of the vagueness relates to the nature of DIY ebike builds. There are many ways to build a bike, and many bikes to build upon. Most people approach it in phases:

  1. Interest in learning. You know you'd like to go e-bike, but there are a lot of options, so you start reading.
  2. Strategy consolidation. You start to understand the various options and are leaning toward a particular type of build.
  3. Build planning. You have a strategy, so you start sourcing parts and making sure they'll work together, and that they'll work on your particular bike.
  4. Building. You'll start the build, find some stuff you were missing, order more parts, rinse and repeat until your build is complete.
  5. Riding and sharing! You'll post a photo of your build here and enjoy the hell out of your e-bike :)

    Sounds like you're at phase 1 :)

    There are two foundational elements you'll want to understand before you get started:

    Volts, amps, and watts. What are they, and how are they related. You don't need to get your masters in electronics, but understanding the basics will really help you navigate choices like battery voltage and motor wattage.

    Watt hours. Understanding watt hours is the fundamental element that will answer the "range" question.

    There's obviously a ton more than that, but that's a great place to start. Don't be afraid to Google those terms, either. The more you know!

    Based on your requirements, I think a hub motor setup would make a lot of sense for you. Since you're not tackling hills, you won't need the advantages of a mid drive.

    Whether you go front or rear hub motor will depend upon your priorities. Personally, I'm not a fan of front hub motors because of the traction issue. I want the front tire to steer only. There's a decent article on eBikeSchool.com - Front Hub Motors Vs Rear Hub Motors.

    As far as cost, keeping things under $1k will primarily come down to battery size. There are a ton of inexpensive hub motor kits out there. For a beginner, you'll want to stick with one of the major brands. Bafang is very popular, so components/parts are very easy to come by.

    This Bafang 500W hub drive kit is $620 when configured for cassette 27.5" (700c) with the DPC-18 display. You'll also need a battery. To keep things under $1k, you can start with a 300Wh Luna Cycle Mighty Mini Cube battery with bag and charger for $379. Be sure to select the free battery bag and advanced Luna Charger. It has a selector that will let you charge your battery to 90% instead of 100%, which will extend its lifespan. When I configured this on the Luna site, it said the pack was currently unavailable, so you'll want to message them to check on availability.

    One of the nice things about this tiny battery is that you can mount it in a small bag that fits under your seat, or in the top corner of your bike's triangle, near the seat. This leaves your water bottle mounts free for water bottles. If you keep speeds under 15 MPH and are willing to contribute effort with pedaling, you can get 20 miles of range out of this combo. You can configure limits to keep you from using up your battery too quickly.
u/steveos_space · 5 pointsr/ebikes

I picked up a halfway (I think) decent 7 speed from the thrift store, I picked up this Voilamart kit and this battery. Put it all together, got up to 30mph, scared the crap out of myself, bought this helmet and I'm loving every mile of it.

The motor may die one day. But it was $220 for the kit. As long as the battery isn't stolen, I could replace the whole thing for like $300? THat's real peace of mind when I park it.

u/RogueStudio · 4 pointsr/ebikes

All ebikes have a motor that makes noise that you'll have to get used to compared to a traditional bike, but it's not so bad. If it gets annoying, a half face helmet for mopeds/motorcycles will have flaps/plastic to block noise out.

The other answer...is tricky. That budget is very low for a new ebike (I can't comment on mopeds as where I live, you need a license to operate them, so I don't have one). There will likely be a lot of people coming along shortly saying "no good ebike is $500". That may be true to people with a comfortable income, but I do understand if you don't have a lot of money to throw around because of life circumstances.

If you have no large hills and/or are willing to help the motor by pedaling - this bike maybe, plus slap a cheap cargo rack on it, and you can buy/have it shipped to your local Walmart for pickup.

Ancheer ebikes for a bit more+shipping is similar quality if you prefer buying off Amazon.

If your commute is small, and by 'basic cargo' you mean something that fits in a bike basket - Maybe the Swagtron line of ebikes which are smaller+foldable.

Otherwise, if you're willing to up your budget a couple of hundred dollars more, I have this folding Ecotric bike and it's got a more powerful motor (250w vs 500w)- it does most of what I want to, including get up Pacific Northwest style hills so long as I pedal to help the motor along.

There's also the argument you'll get "the most bang for your buck" by converting a bike - and this can be true...but it also depends. Converted my old 26" Schwinn I had sitting around - and the conversion varies by the condition of the bike you use as the donor (some bikes need maintenance, even brand new bikes can have some questionable parts if you buy it from a box store), and buying batteries for cheap can be a bit overwhelming (I bought a bare minimum battery for $200, 48v/10.4 AH, which is okay on flats...but absolutely gets murdered on the hills I actually need it for). If one is new at bike mechanics/basic electrical concepts, it will require extra manpower hours to learn how to put the kit on the bike.

Cheers!

u/MicahToll · 3 pointsr/ebikes

This one.

You won't look cool, but it will get you where you need to go, requires basically zero maintenance, and is actually under your budget.

I reviewed it here.

u/tonytwocans · 3 pointsr/ebikes

I currently use this battery with some unbranded 1000w rear hub, all-together it's probably $500. I had to return the first motor they sent me for a bad bearing, but since then it's been fine. The battery uses "domestic" (chinese) cells which are generally considered not to be very safe compared to name brands like lg, samsung, or sony. So keep that in mind I guess. range is around 8 miles at full speed (28 mph or thereabouts) and easily more than 12 miles pedal assisted. To get something cheaper you'd have to get lead acid batteries. I've done this and it sucks.

u/Kouigna_man · 3 pointsr/france

J’ai fait la velodyssée cet été avec 3 potes et notre moyenne c’était entre 80 et 100 km/jour

On a fait deux journées à 150 et c’est long, voire très long, du genre départ à 8h30 et arrivée à 20h avec les pauses. En fait tout dépend de toi :)

Le sac à doc c’est pas très pratique en effet le mieux c’est des sacoches que tu accroches à ton porte-bagages, de ce type
Je te conseille aussi une sacoche à accrocher à ton guidon pour mettre cartes, téléphone, et tous les trucs utiles auxquels tu voudras avoir accès sans t’arrêter.
Si tu campes t’accroches la tente, le tapis de sol et le duvet avec des tendeurs c’est relativement safe.

Édit : lien

u/daishi-tech · 2 pointsr/ebikes

It is $600 and buy one get one free? That seems pretty inexpensive especially with a bike rack thrown in.

Also, I found the bike on Amazon which is out of stock now but has a bunch of reviews.

It's a 250 watt bike with an 8AH battery which is pretty low end in specs but it's also a pretty low price for an eBike. The reviews aren't awful and most of them probably paid 2x what you are paying.

One reviewer said they logged 1000 miles on theirs which is more than I would expect. It's walmart tier but sometimes walmart tier is OK.

At least if one dies you'll have a parts bike.

u/yasnonibor · 2 pointsr/boostedboards

I'm planning on doing a conversion kit actually! This is the kit im looking at:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KYNV51X/ref=cm_sw_r_wa_apa_i_i-wEDbXZRPAJN

u/rsc75 · 2 pointsr/ElectricScooters

My bad, actually most of the the BBS02B's in the $500 range didn't include the batteries. Those ran upwards of $700-$800 with the battery included. Sorry, I didn't look close enough.

There are BBS01 48v 350w kits w/ battery in the upper $500 range. 350w on a mid drive will still get you up most hills because you can use your bike's gearing to your advantage.

u/iynque · 2 pointsr/hammockcamping

I have a set of waterproof Ortlieb panniers for most of my gear, but my hammock is kind of large/long when folded up, so it sits on top of my rear-rack in a dry bag (similar to the Ortlieb rack top bag, but cheaper—and none of the pictures in the link show it, but the bag lays across the two panniers).

I don't think I own a backpack large enough, and I wouldn't want to wear a backpack through 50 miles of sweaty cycling anyway. Most bikepackers will use a seat bag (something like this) to keep the load slim and behind them for any narrow or overgrown paths; most bicycle touring (primarily roads instead of wilderness trails) is done with panniers on a rear cargo rack. Almost nobody wears a backpack if they can avoid it.

u/[deleted] · 2 pointsr/bicycling

I assume these.

u/SolaireOfCaestora · 2 pointsr/motorcycles

Dont know if you saw my other post, but check this out:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B002AQHM3U/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1496766101&sr=8-5&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=electric+bicycle&dpPl=1&dpID=51Js6jhTNXL&ref=plSrch

Other options include home made motorized bicycles (people do this with lawnmower engines, they reach speeds of ~40 mph and can be purchased on CL for around 200), or, since you're here, a motorcycle! I cant tell whether you're trying to actually do technical riding with these bikes or if its just for commuting though.

Might want to check out r/ebikes thoufh

u/jimmythefrenchfry · 1 pointr/ebikes

NYC?
For the city I'd love a fortified single speed, with a small front hub kit. The fortified bike is supposed to be tough to steal and a front hub motor could be more easily locked up with the frame.

I'd be concerned about theft first then coppers.

links:

example bike -- https://www.amazon.com/Fortified-Commuter-Theft-Resistant-Single-Medium/dp/B01MSLM9XI/ref=lp_15982031011_1_1?srs=15982031011&ie=UTF8&qid=1520459892&sr=8-1

example kit -- https://dillengerelectricbikes.com/electric-bike-kits/best-sellers/street-legal-electric-bike-kit-samsung-power-13ah-by-dillenger.html


or could get a cheap steel single speed (pure cycle or something) and add that hub kit to it.


other choice (I'm obviously about cheap/hard to steal bikes for the city): Ancheer cheap electric https://www.amazon.com/ANCHEER-Electric-Mountain-Removable-Lithium-Ion/dp/B01AU7KWXC/ref=sr_1_5?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1520460322&sr=1-5&keywords=ancheer


however, the 1-star ancheer ebike reviews are scary...evidently the brakes suck

u/doulabla · 1 pointr/ebikes

I think what she wanted to say is the brake touch the disc ,you have to set them because they arent but it s easy
I never did it before and it took me 5 min after watching a tutorial video to do it.
I will not recomend the folding version , why ?because the battery is just in the front bag with a lot of wire and with out any protection or very poor protection against rain and crashes
an the battery isnt remobable so a thief can easely take it and you cant let the bike in the garage or outside and charge the battery at home
this version: https://www.amazon.com/ANCHEER-Electric-Mountain-Removable-Lithium-Ion/dp/B01AU7KWXC has a metal bottle battery and this is removable battery this is a lot better and safer
I had this bike for month and I crashed 2 time ( because I wanted to push this bike to his limit)
and everything still working
watch the youtube channel : Vegas Romaniac he has more than 20 video avout this bike covering everything on
this bike and he rided this bike for 6000 miles!: and the battery hasnt loose a lot , this bike have two problem : the tire/ air tube is bad you will probably have a flat soon , but it s not a big deal take schwalbe marathon and you will not have a flat for a long time
and the seat is very hard , same it s easy and cheap to replace

sorry for my bad english I am french , you can buy this bike for 500 euros on aliexpress in fact they have just raised the price before when I bought it it was 400 euros

u/wrek · 1 pointr/ebikes

Looks legit to me. I can't tell if it will all fit but, I'll be interested in finding out. Perhaps if you pull the trigger you can create some docs and photos of the process for others? I might do this as well as finding a pre-built at a reasonable profit margin for the seller is difficult for me.

​

edit: if you can afford it, perhaps the BBSHD mid-drive motor? https://smile.amazon.com/BAFANG-Conversion-Chainring-Display-Eletric/dp/B07NLSX3NN/ref=sr_1_6?dchild=1&keywords=BBSHD&psc=1&qid=1571238844&s=sporting-goods&sr=1-6

u/roamn · 1 pointr/ebikes

Possible, but not for $500.

For a cheap bare minimum 35 mph you'll need:

  • A 1500w hub drive kit $320
  • 52v battery, 20ah (30A output) $410

    So it's more like ~$730 + your time to put it together.

    The only problem is the kit+battery doubles the weight of the bike, so going 35 will be much rougher on a no-suspension bike; hitting potholes at 35 can destroy the rim and other fun stuff. Hence why lots of people rather convert a MTB or hybrid with at least a front suspension.

    Edit: I didn't realize it's a fat-tire bike. The hub kit will be way pricer then $320. Also it probably won't hit 35 since the fat tires have a lot more rolling resistance.
u/jing577 · 1 pointr/ebikes

ANCHEER Electric Mountain Bike 27.5'' /26'' Electric Bicycle, Newest 350W Ebike with Removable 36V 10.4Ah/7.8Ah Lithium-Ion Battery for Adults, Shimano 24/21 Speed and LCD/LED Display (Red Sunshine) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SMXW2F6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_tLqlDbE5MFEXR

This is their newest model I think and who ever manages their amazon store front haven't really pushed it to the front.

u/SillyCubensis · 1 pointr/ebikes

Why go with hub motors at all? For an MTB a mid drive like the Bafang BBSHD is vastly superior IMO.

u/Trigger93 · 1 pointr/AskMen

Lazy, cheap mother fuckers...

u/thro_a_wey · 1 pointr/ebikes

> juiced crosscurrent air

That looks pretty damn good. Just needs fork replaced to make it tolerable for city potholes and all-terrain driving.

This Cyclamatic is $550 with front fork, I wish there was something in between those two prices.

u/ydpQJ2jXemF · 1 pointr/ebikes

Do you have this version? I got this one (this is the 2019 version) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01AU7KWXC/

u/KEN_JAMES_bitch · 1 pointr/bikecommuting

I bought these Ortileb a few days ago. I already got my rear rack but the panniers haven't come yet. I can't wait :) got em based on everyone on here posting about them.

u/MaskedEngineer · 1 pointr/USPS

It's an electric bike 30 x 39 inches, 42 lbs.

u/QuitYoJibbaJabba · 1 pointr/ebikes

Gotcha. Usually it's recommended to have female plug from the battery and male from the controller, so yes, you could cut the cord from the controller and convert it to a C14.

As for me, I had a C14 plug with bare wires that came with my battery. My controller also had bare wires. I ended up crimping a male XT-90S to the controller end, and a female XT-90S to the C14 plug.

u/matthews1977 · 1 pointr/scooters

On Urb-es site, go to 'Support'. Scroll down past the page banner and you'll see a second menu bar. Contact is there. You can send them form mail or live chat. But i'd be leary about dealing with a company that makes it that hard to find a way to talk to them.

Check out folding e-bikes, like this one. Inexpensive, decent reviews, folds up, seat, 26lbs. Seems to tick your boxes.

u/lolsleepyboi · 1 pointr/ebikes

Joyisi 52V 20AH E-Bike Battery for 1500W Bike Motor, Lithium ion Electric Bike Battery with Charger, Taillight, BMS Protection Board, Battery Level Light and Safe Lock (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PRQ25XD/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_A.wADbZRHA5AX

u/raygundan · 1 pointr/technology

> How about comparing them to gasoline powered bicycles?

Sure! As near as I can tell, a gasoline bike kit weighs about 20lbs. That's not too much heavier than the add-on parts for a typical e-bike... the motor is usually seven or eight pounds, and another five or six for batteries. Bosch's bits, for example, are 8.8lbs for the motor and 5.3lbs for the batteries. That's 50-60 miles worth, but you there's obviously room left over to increase that battery if you really need to go 100+ miles per ride. Bikes are bikes, so the total weight you end up with will obviously depend on what sort of frame you're mounting either kit to-- but I think it's reasonable to say they're pretty close.

> Most people won't go for bleeding edge and the cost associated with it. How much does the bike you mentioned go for?

I have no idea how much it goes for-- it's a one-off custom. I guarantee it's stupid expensive, but I was comparing it to unpowered Tour de France road bikes which are also tens of thousands of dollars.

> Do you think that is practical?

A $20,000 bike of any sort? Of course not. Do I think e-bikes in general are practical? Sure. A cheap $550 e-bike weighs 47lbs, a good 13lbs less than the normal bike I had in college. That was a practical bike then, so an even lighter e-bike seems practical to me now.

Both electric or gas seem unnecessary to me, but I'm still able to push the pedals on my ride to work... I'm sure someday I'll be interested in the assistance, though.

u/Nuli · 1 pointr/bicycling

Those are good but these are more fun.

u/dylanquent1 · 1 pointr/ebikes

Do you have a link? Is this what you were suggesting: link

If so what option would you go with for a bike with my specs?

u/_Drancol_ · 1 pointr/gadgets

I’ve been looking for something like this to get around university, but $1200 is a bit ridiculous. If anyone is in the same boat, maybe look at this? (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MTOL6HF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_hZW-Bb36929QG)

u/ReVeNgErHuNt · 1 pointr/ebikes

eBike Conversion Kit

Battery

what else would i need?

Im asking a legit question why downvote ._.

u/BoyTitan · 0 pointsr/bicycling

Just build your own. That way you can get a decently equiped bike that won't have entry level tourney parts. Ill admit tourney isn't bad but for over k id go better. Also this way you can get a mid drive for half 700 bucks less than any other option. You are going to want a mid drive since you are taking it off road. I wish you would go regular mtb than fat bike 600 plus bucks and mechanical disc brakes is kinda bunk for a mtb. A plus bike gets you more bang for buck, Air fork and hydraulic disc brakes.

​

https://www.amazon.com/Framed-Wolftrax-Alloy-Shimano-Deore/dp/B07PQN4CHH/ref=sr_1_86?keywords=fat+bike&qid=1558403328&s=sporting-goods&sr=1-86

​

https://www.amazon.com/Sensored-Electric-Bicycle-Conversion-Display/dp/B07QNY9L9H/ref=sr_1_15?keywords=mid%2Bdrive%2Bebike&qid=1558402961&s=gateway&sr=8-15&th=1

​

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M0BNI7Y/ref=sspa_dk_detail_3?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B01M0BNI7Y&pd_rd_w=0n3gr&pf_rd_p=8a8f3917-7900-4ce8-ad90-adf0d53c0985&pd_rd_wg=7j2DI&pf_rd_r=5F1ATDYEHQ7BY6KBGE0N&pd_rd_r=c1e68d31-7b6b-11e9-9511-65a57d25cf2b

u/sweintraub · 0 pointsr/ebikes

yeah I hit 25mph with 1 kw 48V fat tire bike I made out of a Mongoose Dolomite fairly easily. I used this $300 battery which roughly matches your lead acid but I'd bet puts out more amps.

Edit: I weigh in over 230lbs too. My 100lb kid gets to 30 almost immediately