Himiway A7 Pro Review | Himiway’s Best Commuter E-Bike Yet?

The A7 Pro performed remarkably well in our Range Test, where we established a realistic minimum and maximum range by riding it in PAS 5 and PAS 1 until its battery expired. In both tests we were able to go beyond Himiway’s advertised 30 to 50 mile range.

Based on our tests, riders should expect between 36.5 miles (in PAS 5) and 85.1 miles (in PAS 1) from a single charge of the bike’s 48V, 720 Wh battery. This amount of mileage translated to 2 hours and 16 minutes of ride time when using the highest assist level and 6 hours and 38 minutes with the lowest.

At the time of writing, the A7 Pro’s PAS 1 test result places it firmly among the top 10 (7th place, to be precise) when comparing it with all the similar commuter-style e-bikes we have ever tested. The average result in our low-assist test for commuters is currently 61.3 miles, so the A7 exceeded the average by 25 miles – nearly a 40% increase.

E-bikes with mid-drive motors are naturally efficient since they require active pedaling and have the ability to vary their output based on rider effort. Based on the A7 Pro’s motor and battery specs, we anticipated its PAS 5 test results would be in the ballpark of 23 miles with slightly under 1.5 hours of ride time. Our actual results showed roughly a 57 percent increase in time and distance, showing that the A7 was more efficient than expected.

Considering its excellent results, we consider the bike to be well suited to its role as commuter. With the maximum level of pedal assist, it is likely to provide enough range to cover an extended round trip ride to work or school. But there is significant incentive to ride with less power, as riders might expect multiple days of travel before needing to recharge.

Of course, the battery will provide fewer mileage with the bike’s maximum speed set to 28 miles per hour, as higher speeds require more power, but even then, we expect most commutes would still be manageable.

On throttle, our test rider Justin finished the test in 1:39, with motor power alone maintaining an average speed of 11 mph. In PAS 5, the bike was slightly faster; Justin reached the end of the test in 1:31 with an average of 11.9 mph.

While our previously-tested pool of similar e-bikes with mid-drive motors and throttles is relatively small, the A7 Pro finished the throttle test 10 seconds faster than average. We had many other similar models for pedal test comparison, but the A7 remained 9 seconds faster than average.

These results were not surprising considering the A7’s powerful motor, which produces up to 130 Newton meters of torque and, theoretically (based on the 22 amp controller) up to 1,056 W of peak output. The A7 may be heavier than average, but this amount of power was clearly more than enough to make up for the difference, making the completion of this test possible with little to no effort.

For personal perspective, I tested the bike’s throttle and PAS at a secondary location closer to our office called Pilot Hill. Aside from the bike’s motor being somewhat (but not unusually) loud, the experience was extremely easy. The throttle powered uphill without struggle, and when using PAS 5, I was effectively soft pedaling at a comfortable pace.

Our test showed that few hills will present a problem for the A7 Pro’s powerful motor. With excellent climbing capability, riders can choose to pedal or throttle over hills confidently.

Based on my experience on the bike, this result surprised me, as I was extremely impressed by the brakes’ effectiveness. The Shimano MT200 brakes and 180mm rotors felt reliable and strong, with powerful bite and a responsive feel.

The bike’s weight was likely the biggest opposing factor in this test; as we have established, 74 lbs is relatively heavy for a commuter. There are plenty of heavier and lighter e-bikes on the market, but in our experience, most weigh anywhere between 50 and 65 pounds.

To prove the A7’s effectiveness, let us consider our results for another e-bike from Hmiway: the Rambler Premium. With a nearly identical frame, the Rambler is essentially the hardtail version of the A7 Pro – though it weighed a few pounds less at about 67 pounds and used a different brake system.

The A7’s brake test results showed an improvement of 13 inches over the Rambler’s results, proving that even on a heavier e-bike, its Shimano brake set was demonstrably more effective. Despite the numbers showing slightly below-average performance, we were highly satisfied with the A7’s braking feel and performance.

In addition to the comfort added by the bike’s full suspension, its contact points were similarly enjoyable. The A7 includes 680mm low-rise handlebars with ergonomic rubber grips, and I found that this combination was extremely comfortable while offering good control over the bike’s steering. I liked the support and shape of the gel saddle, as well as the ability to easily adjust its height with a quick release lever.

Due to the bike’s size and weight, its handling was predictable and stable. The adjustable stem allowed me to perfect the bike’s fit to what I found the most comfortable, which was appreciated considering that the A7 is offered in just a single frame size.

The bike’s user interface was a mix of upsides and downsides, though I think the tradeoffs are generally worthwhile. I greatly enjoyed the clean, minimalist design of the stem-integrated display, though I found the screen to be small and somewhat difficult to read. The angle of the stem also affected its visibility; as the stem was set more vertically, it became more difficult to read. I appreciated the ability to adjust speed limits through the bike’s settings menu, but I would have preferred the required passcode to have been included with the bike’s manual.

Generally speaking, the bike’s finish and trim felt like upgrades from some Himiway models we tested previously, though there were a few small exceptions. I liked the control panel’s large buttons, as they were easy to press, but the panel itself felt somewhat plasticky and of lower quality than many of the bike’s components. The same was true with the small headlight; considering the similarities between the A7 Pro and the Rambler Premium, we wondered why the latter’s large headlight was not present.

Otherwise, the bike was easy to operate, and was equipped with expected commuter-friendly accessories – and even a few unexpected extras. The A7 Pro includes full coverage fenders on both wheels and a cargo rack with 55 lbs of carrying capacity as well as an integrated tail light/brake light. Considering that many commuter e-bikes of similar caliber now include turn signals, we would appreciate their addition in the future. But we were impressed by some small but useful additions such as bungees for the cargo rack and an ABUS cafe wheel lock that adds an additional layer of security.

Overall, the A7 Pro includes an impressive package of features, a comfortable ride, a responsive feel, and an elevated experience that speaks volumes about Himiway’s progression as a manufacturer.

We were impressed with the bike’s looks, feel, and performance. Our test bike’s classy-looking metallic-flake paint job made it one of the most visually appealing bikes we’ve seen from Himiway. Its power was well-balanced with the bike’s weight to provide a natural-feeling and sporty ride. And it showed above average performance in all but one of our tests – but in that case we think its feel was far better than the data suggested.

It was honestly fairly difficult to find areas of critique, but we encourage Himiway to continue improving by switching the A7’s throttle type to Throttle-On-Demand instead of Throttle-After-Pedal. And while the overall trim level was of excellent quality, some minor items like the button panel and headlight felt somewhat mismatched.

Otherwise, we were highly impressed by the A7 Pro. Whether serving as a leisure bike or a daily ride to the office, the A7 Pro clearly has it where it counts. We’re happy to recommend it, and we are excited about what the future holds for Himiway.

Happy Riding! Make sure to let us know if you have any questions or if you think we left anything out in this review of the Himiway A7 Pro down in our comments section.