Comments on: Best Electric Tricycles, 2025 | Top 5 Picks From Our Testing

By: John S. Bozick

John S. Bozick — Wed, 08 Jan 2025 18:27:03 +0000

In reply to Joe.

Hi Joe, thanks for reaching out. Unfortunately, we haven’t tested any trikes that specifically state they can accommodate riders over 325-330 lbs. Both the XP Trike and RadTrike have total payload capacities of 415 lbs, which is intended to include both the rider and cargo weight. The RadTrike has the most powerful motor, so if you wanted to take a gamble on one that might work, that may be an option. If we see anything that fits the bill, we’ll let you know!

By: Joe

Joe — Tue, 07 Jan 2025 17:18:26 +0000

I am a huge guy, 6’4″ and closing in on 390 lbs. I have a Trek 2 wheel ebike with pedal assist only that works fine, but I’m old and my balance what it once was and the bar is so high that getting off can be painful. Switching to a 3-wheeled bike seems the answer for me. Are there any 3-wheel bikes that can withstand my weight. Yes , I know I need to shrink and biking is my best exercise.

Thanks

By: John S. Bozick

John S. Bozick — Mon, 16 Dec 2024 18:31:00 +0000

In reply to James Fair.

Hi James, we haven’t had the chance to review that one yet, but we always keep our options open and hope to review as many products as possible. The ability to convert that trike to a bike is very cool! Let us know what you think of yours.

By: James Fair

James Fair — Sat, 14 Dec 2024 01:02:49 +0000

Have you, or will you review the Flex Trike by Envo in Burnaby, BC?
With dual batteries, claimed range is 140 miles.
I haven’t ridden one yet, but bought one online with a deposit; can’t wait to scrape up the rest so they will ship it! Also called Canada Ebike.

By: John S. Bozick

John S. Bozick — Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:55:52 +0000

In reply to Mike.

Unfortunately, we haven’t had the chance to review the Simple Glide yet, but I did look over its webpage. Without a folding frame, it’s likely not going to be as portable as some other options out there, but the seat is removable and the stem is collapsible so that it can be made more portable. It may work in a large SUV with a lot of cargo space, but it may be too long for smaller/mid-size models.

By: Mike

Mike — Wed, 20 Nov 2024 22:33:57 +0000

Looking for reviews on Six Three Zero -Simple Glide 500W Recumbent E Trike. It looks pretty big and maybe not transportable in a SUV.

By: Daniel Hall

Daniel Hall — Sun, 20 Oct 2024 05:55:32 +0000

I agree with those who requested Tadpole bike (eg the 630 reverse electric trike. It is likely that most trike users will have some degree of disability. So light weight, ease of loading in trunk or hatch are really important to know. Please include accurate weights with battery in place and removed (not just the the manufacturer’s advertised weight) in your reviews. Thanks for all your reviews!

By: CJRUH

CJRUH — Wed, 25 Sep 2024 14:59:29 +0000

I am in the market for a trike, but there’s just too many. What I notice is the lack of design for the handlebars. I notice in many pictures, even though seats have backs, short people can’t lean back because they have to lean forward to reach the handlebars except on the recumbent trike. That really limits selection. Handlebars need to be made adjustable for height just like the seat is adjustable. The recumbent handlebars on a regular trike would be helpful.

By: Maureen OConnell

Maureen OConnell — Fri, 06 Sep 2024 21:36:47 +0000

This article, in fact all etrike content, seems to assume the reader is an extremely well versed rider who will understand the dynamics of the motor, brakes, etc. Many of us have come to this option as a last resort, because increase in disease or pain prevent us from driving even though onset has probably kept us off a bike for 10+ years. Plus, these don’t look as pathetic, and could have wider aftermarket options should this be too dangerous, or if health improves and full pedal use is an option in the future. Quick (or wandering) local-ish errands are difficult or impossible. But details like actual foldability, to fit in a trunk or requiring a minivan, are key considerations in case we overtire and have to call for a rescue.

By: John S. Bozick

John S. Bozick — Tue, 20 Aug 2024 14:25:36 +0000

In reply to E.J. Zita.

We haven’t tested any like that yet, but we expect to see more in the near(ish) future. In the meantime, we’ve heard good things about Addmotor trikes; they may have one that fits your needs.

By: June

June — Sat, 17 Aug 2024 16:58:13 +0000

Having a hard time locating an e-trike dealership that stocks them in Vermont or New hampshire. please advise

By: E.J. Zita

E.J. Zita — Thu, 15 Aug 2024 20:23:09 +0000

Which folding e-trikes do you recommend? Looking for one that is * well built with * big fat tires, unlike the 630. Thanks!

By: John S. Bozick

John S. Bozick — Thu, 15 Aug 2024 14:33:11 +0000

In reply to Jack Freestone.

Hi Jack, thanks for your question! All three of our Best Electric Trikes have throttles, so they don’t need to be pedaled. Hope that helps!

By: Jack Freestone

Jack Freestone — Sun, 11 Aug 2024 04:09:34 +0000

Do any of your trikes have throttle mode only

By: John S. Bozick

John S. Bozick — Fri, 28 Jun 2024 15:16:39 +0000

In reply to Patti.

Hi Patti, we haven’t tested that one yet, and the company doesn’t give a lot of detail about the trike’s build or components, so it’s tough to comment without knowing more. The surface-level details look decent, but it also looks fairly narrow, which could mean a greater likelihood of tipping.

By: Patti

Patti — Tue, 25 Jun 2024 19:30:34 +0000

Thank you …very helpful. I was wondering what you think of the Ollie Cutback from Ollie bike company

By: John S. Bozick

John S. Bozick — Wed, 15 May 2024 15:41:42 +0000

In reply to John Pfennig.

We’ll be testing the Addmotor Citytri soon, and hopefully we can test more from that brand later. We recently released our review of the Sixthreezero Rickshaw!

By: John Pfennig

John Pfennig — Tue, 14 May 2024 21:34:26 +0000

I would be interested if you could do a test on the Addmotor model Greattan L. Also the Lectric sixzerothree Rickshaw is another trike I’m looking at. I want a trike that my wife & I can ride comfortably. Hydraulic disc brakes would be an advantage. Looking forward to your test results. Thank you

By: Kenneth

Kenneth — Tue, 14 May 2024 02:21:43 +0000

So I second the motion – Why no recumbent tadpole trikes with 2 wheels in the front, and one drive wheel in the back? Also rider is in a reclined position in a comfortable full seat, so no more butt hurt. I’ve been riding one for years now and there are a number a quality manufacturers. Delta trikes – 2 wheels in back and one in front are by their nature unstable, especially if they carry on with the high upright “bicycle” style with a small seat and elevated position. Makes no good sense to me anymore. Do you not know of recumbent trikes? Come on guys, there’s lots of us “bent” riders out there. We want some recognition too!

By: Oinc

Oinc — Sat, 04 May 2024 16:51:28 +0000

What no tadpole bicycles? 2 wheels up front, one in rear?

Better braking in turns, Better front gripping where
it counts vs rear slipping, sliding, less complicated rear drive.

By: John S. Bozick

John S. Bozick — Mon, 22 Jan 2024 16:31:35 +0000

In reply to Bob.

We recommend checking with the golf course, as they would each have different rules governing whether trikes could or could not be used.

By: Bob

Bob — Sun, 21 Jan 2024 22:28:16 +0000

Can these trikes be used in a golf course?