This has been facilitated by improvements in technology and lower prices. These bikes are now more powerful, versatile, and affordable. One trend among e-bikes is the increase in the use of 20″ tires. With the heavier Pinnacle on maximum assist (and on draggy routes) we were getting slightly under the 30km for the Max battery. As with all e-bike batteries, range depends on the terrain, weight of bike and level of assist.

Your old bike may not be able to be converted because adding a motor can increase torque. You’ll want to make sure your bike’s drivetrain can handle it. We tested it on both a reasonably light two-speed steel bike and a heavier Pinnacle utility bike. It transformed the ride of the two-speed bike, making it fast, nimble and responsive. We also found the stated range to be conservative: after 20 miles on setting number two (medium assist) it had only used two bars out of five on the battery.Upright geometry, 2.4″ tires, and 70mm fork suspension all contribute to a super smooth ride. Additionally, this e-bike also has a low-step frame which makes it easy to mount and dismounted while the bike is loaded. not enough space to fit the pedelec sensor on chain side, you may need to buy the left pedelec sensor upgrade.

Lectric’s XP 3.0 20″ folding electric bike is one of the best value models we’ve seen. This bike has heaps of features and has an extremely high 4.9/5 star rating from almost 500 riders. Class 2 E-bikes have a throttle that assists you regardless of whether you pedal and have a top speed of 20 mph. The Wing Bikes Freedom Fatty 2 is another example of a stylish 20″ electric bike with a simple design and durable construction. This radically different approach from Rubbee makes for an e-bike conversion with much fewer parts. The battery and motor are housed in a single unit which powers the bike directly turning the rear wheel with its integrated roller. We recommend the lightweight Aikema 85SXC for road bikes, Bafang SWX02 48V or Bafang BPM for tandems and heavy duty cargo bikes.There’s a Brompton-specific kit available too, with an adaptor for the Brompton’s front luggage mount. We will assist you in finding a local bike shop and liaise with the bike shop to carry out the work for you.