Comments on: Best Folding Electric Bikes of 2025 | Easy to Fold, Easy to Ride!

By: Folding

Folding — Thu, 24 Oct 2024 18:55:34 +0000

THANK YOU for addressing the need to mention weight! That’s the first thing I look at.

By: John S. Bozick

John S. Bozick — Thu, 09 May 2024 15:44:09 +0000

Hi Ted, thanks for the feedback. We have each bike’s weight listed in its full review, as well as graphs that compare its performance to that of similar bikes. Look for the “Read Full Review” link below the description for each bike!

By: Ted Curtis

Ted Curtis — Thu, 09 May 2024 02:19:00 +0000

It would be great if you included a chart comparing the bike specs like Consumer Reports does on what it tests.

And on not including weight in the reviews: you are young strong males and would have little trouble lifting a 60-70 lb folder into a trunk. Us elderly users would be straining muscles or our back to get a heavier one into a trunk. Performance is one thing but ease of manhandling is crucial for a folder.

By: Mike East

Mike East — Mon, 01 Apr 2024 16:44:09 +0000

In reply to Headphonerash.

Great to hear! Thanks for the feedback!

By: Headphonerash

Headphonerash — Fri, 29 Mar 2024 18:58:17 +0000

This post is useful for Travelers & those who wants to carry their cycle easily. Loving this post, this is exactly what I needed to read. It’s broken down the benefits so well.

By: John O.

John O. — Wed, 07 Feb 2024 02:32:32 +0000

In reply to Aje.

Also surprised to see the Carbo not mentioned anywhere. I’m not sure they even have a review of it anywhere on the site?

I 100% agree with other commenters that weight has to be a major consideration. A 60+ lb bike is not “portable” for most people, so a lot of the benefits of folding are lost. A 30-35 lb folder opens up a lot more possibilities, especially for multi-modal transport (bike -> train/bus -> bike some more).

By: Greg

Greg — Fri, 26 Jan 2024 15:28:43 +0000

In reply to Dave Radbourn.

Is this a joke? 4000$ for a folding bike with 500 w hub motor and 3 speed shimano hub… To each their own I guess.

By: Richard

Richard — Sat, 16 Dec 2023 21:44:25 +0000

In reply to John F Bramfeld.

100% on needing to know the weight, straight up, immediately, without having to ‘search for it’ in any ‘review’! Including also in kg (which most of the World uses).

By: Marijn Zwijsen

Marijn Zwijsen — Tue, 17 Oct 2023 13:39:32 +0000

Great analysis and breakdown. Do miss the inclusion of repairability in your rating system. A full analysis on repairablity is difficult and time-cosuming, but a short breakdown of this parameter by spare parts availability and the existence of mechanisms to ease standard repair procedures would make this possible and very much appreciated!

By: Mljet private tours

Mljet private tours — Mon, 24 Jul 2023 10:33:28 +0000

This blog post by Electric Bike Report presents a roundup of the best folding electric bikes on the market. The post reviews various models, highlighting their features, performance, and suitability for different riders, making it a valuable resource for those seeking convenient and eco-friendly transportation options.

By: John S. Bozick

John S. Bozick — Tue, 18 Jul 2023 15:33:10 +0000

In reply to Doug Jones.

Hi Doug, there’s only one e-bike we’ve tested that I’m aware of with an available sidecar: the Mod Easy. It’s an awesome-looking bike, but do be aware that slower speeds are recommended with the addition of the sidecar.

By: Doug Jones

Doug Jones — Fri, 07 Jul 2023 13:47:28 +0000

Do you know of any vendor that makes a sidecar for electric bikes so my dog can ride along too?
The reviews provide a lot of info to help choose an electric bike. Thanks.

By: Forrest Woolman

Forrest Woolman — Mon, 17 Apr 2023 15:01:15 +0000

In reply to kaio.

Thanks for sharing your thoughts, your feedback is valuable. Your points are definitely valid, and I’ll remember that when writing future articles.

Forrest

By: kaio

kaio — Mon, 17 Apr 2023 05:00:32 +0000

Kinda confused with selecting the criteria for a folding bike. You mentioned home storage space for US but most US homes are large with garage space and the ones that dont have the space are the folks who live in cities or high rises. The 2 most important criteria for anyone selecting a folding bike are :
1. Weight. It should be easy to carry over stairs
2. Store in a vehicle trunk for carrying to places.

I am surprised these 2 factors are not talked about in detail.

By: buttsonbikes

buttsonbikes — Tue, 31 May 2022 15:47:32 +0000

Great write-up!
In the future, can you include more safety testing/certification information on all your e-bike reviews? Especially in regards to the batteries and maybe frame strength?
I believe we’d all love to know which of these bikes are safe and rated UL 2849 certified. So far the Tern Vektron is the only safe battery I see on this entire list. What else am I missing?

By: Michael

Michael — Sun, 29 May 2022 18:54:16 +0000

These bikes all look good. Was considering the Rad one but it only accommodates people up to 5’10, and I’m 6ft. Which of these bikes would be best for a 6ft person?

By: Jim

Jim — Sat, 28 May 2022 00:48:09 +0000

I’ve got one big hill to get up and over here on my city commute if I take a bike and so I’m interested in hill climbing prowess in combination with the lightness and maneuverability-while-folded capabilities of the Blix, Gocycle, and Brompton. Could you contrast their hill climbing capabilities? Your review of the Gocycle G4i didn’t use the same hill as your other videos, but It gave the impression it might have been the best at maintaining uphill speed. Thanks!

By: Keith Taylor

Keith Taylor — Sat, 14 May 2022 05:47:27 +0000

I’m trying to get an affordable battery for my green bike pulled up 500 w new or used

By: Keith Taylor

Keith Taylor — Sat, 14 May 2022 05:44:59 +0000

I’m trying to get a battery for my fold up green bike have an affordable price used or new

By: Steve

Steve — Tue, 29 Mar 2022 15:19:37 +0000

The price you quoted for the rad 5 is not what it sells for . $1200 from the st.ore

By: David Oliver

David Oliver — Sun, 05 Dec 2021 05:36:02 +0000

Iv been a big fan of Engwes offerings.

By: John F Bramfeld

John F Bramfeld — Wed, 01 Dec 2021 23:25:08 +0000

Notice the comments that mention weight. For some reason, reviews rarely mention weight, and this article sticks to that noble tradition.

There are only two possible reasons to fold a bike; to save storage space in a vehicle and to make it portable. My Radrover, which I truly loved, was stolen, and I replaced it with the Lectric so I wouldn’t have to put a bike rack on my car when I wanted to take it somewhere. The Lectric turned out to have a truly goofy controller, so I replaced it with the Rad mini step through folder. It has the same drive as the Radrover, but like the Lectric, it has 20 inch wheels. The two folders fit in an open trunk, but all three bikes weigh about 70 pounds with a bike lock and a small bag.

Between the weight and their clumsy carrying configuration, they are extremely difficult to load and unload from a trunk, somewhat less so from a hatch. No one will be carrying one of these on a bus or up stairs. In fact, you probably couldn’t get them upstairs unless they were unfolded.

In fact, the worst thing about these bikes, aluminum though they may be, is their excessive weight. It’s simply inexplicable that reviewers rarely mention weight.

By: ROBERT

ROBERT — Sat, 12 Jun 2021 16:59:34 +0000

In reply to Aje.

The Lectric e bike new and it comes with front oil shocks and more for $100 more on price which is still under $1000 so check it out the Lectric XP 2,0

By: Dave Radbourn

Dave Radbourn — Sat, 12 Jun 2021 09:43:23 +0000

Thanks for a well rounded report on folding bikes I have been a convert for 4 years .
In regards to purpose of use, I would suggest the convenience of being able stow your bike into normal sized car for weekend trips away or parking your car some distance from your destination and riding the rest of the way. very handy in city situations with secure parking being some way off from desired destination.
I particularly like my Gocycle with the unique cleandrive hub combination which means no greasy chain or gears or mess when handle it into my car.
So much thought and tech in a clean slick skin it will be years before all the others catch up.
But above all its an absolute blast of fun to ride, my wife and I don’t go anywhere without the bikes in the back of the car.

By: Glen Aldridge

Glen Aldridge — Fri, 11 Jun 2021 23:42:21 +0000

I find it interesting that you think the Tern Vectron at $4000. is a pricey option when it includes so many features that are not included with your other $4-$5000. choices. Schwalbe Big Apples, Shimano Deore 10 speed drivetrain, front & rear lights, rear rack, fenders, hydraulic disc brakes etc. Compare that to what you get with the Brompton E Bike & the Go Cycle for the same price point. With both the Brompton & Go Cycle having a 300 wh/hr. Battery & 250 watt motors & weighing in at 16 kgs. the Tern is a bargain with all that it includes.

By: Anon

Anon — Fri, 11 Jun 2021 23:37:16 +0000

The Flit-16 deserves a mention, I got rid of a Brompton electric in favour of it. Lighter, integrated battery, equally capable on serious hills despite the single speed, and a more comfortable ride. Decent fold.

By: Aje

Aje — Fri, 11 Jun 2021 22:35:42 +0000

Surprised not to see the Carbo folding ebike make it. It’s the lightest on the market and offers belt drive. I have a SAVA carbon fiber folding non ebike identical to Carbo’s design and love that thing, ride it up to 10 miles at a time for delivering cars to renters. I can get up to 20mph pretty easily, so light and quick.