Something not touched on in these reviews and this one as well is the batteries themselves. They are generic Sharkfin, Hailong styled (though I believe they are a different brand) and can be found for around $300 shipped from China all day, every day. That means when the day comes and the batteries die, you can buy two new ones for $600 total.

In bikes like the Aventon Abound (Which I had considered too) not only is there only room for a single battery, but its a special integrated design that you have to buy from Aventon. At the time of sale on their site, you can buy a second battery for $300 ($200 off of $500), but when the day comes you have to replace those batteries you are spending $500 or $1,000 to do so.

Thanks for posting your question! Our wheelbase measurement is between the front and rear axles (48.5″), rather than the end of the tires (72″).

Thanks for posting (and sorry for the delay!). Our test bike used one battery, which is what our range result reflects. Range will always very because of different rider sizes, weight and with the different terrain (hills, flat lands, elevation, and climate).

What would you recommend? Let’s assume value is one of the primary factors, but price alone is not a constraint. Also looking for a 400lb+ weight capacity.

Hi,

In your range test, are the results from dual battery use? Like the user above mentioned, the claimed ranges listed in the graph of 75 and 25 miles matches Lectric’s claims for the single battery. As their site lists 150 and 50 miles for the dual battery. I wanted clarification on how many batteries yielded your ranges 60 and 33 miles. Thanks!

Can you be more specific?

So Lectric is turning its back on NYC?

Yes! Thank you!

If given the choice, would you choose this one?

Forrest

Thanks for reaching about the Lectric XPedition. Manufacturers don’t normally give us the details on the course they use for range tests. I know from second-hand accounts that many companies do their tests on a flat track, where they can control the conditions.

There are a lot of variables that influence results. That’s why we list our test rider’s name, weight and height for comparison. Other influential factors include elevation gain, air temperature, wind, and road conditions.

The minimum PAS range test was on 3/12/2023, with the daytime temperature ranging between 54-62 degrees during the test, and N/NE winds of 6-8 mph, distance 108.14 miles, 9 hours 39 minutes, elevation gain 755′

The maximum PAS range test was on 3/16/2023, temperature range of 50-54 degrees, winds N/NE 7-10 mph, distance 50.40 2 hours 47 minutes, elevation gain of 780′

So, even though we don’t know the exact variances between our test and Lectric’s, it’s fair to say that you will probably get results that are more similar to our results, unless you mostly ride where the bike paths are straight and level.

Does that help answer your question?

Thanks for inquiring! It turned out that the hex bolt for tightening the stem has loosened. So, we applied a little dab of Locktite to the end of the bolt and re-tightened and that appeared to resolve it.

Thanks for reaching out! The Expedition has a shorter wheel base than the other cargo e-bike we’ve tested. That gives this a slightly better ride in that it feels more like a cruiser than a long cargo bike. Sorry to hear about your road conditions! The trade-off with having cargo carrying capacity (on any e-bike) means you’re likely going to have little or no suspension, especially if you want to be able to have your child ride on the back. The cadence sensor cannot determine road conditions. The only difference with the Lectric’s cadence sensor is that it clicks in a little sooner than some of the other e-bikes we’ve tested, which is important when you’re carrying extra weight.

Did that answer your question?

Forrest

Just because a bike is cheaper, doesn’t make it a good deal. Especially in the ebike world. The standard bike brands aren’t charging you more because they can, they’re charging you an appropriate amount for an actually high quality bike. This thing is a pile at best. Lectric doesn’t make anything worthwhile.

But what does a 30 year industry veteran and ebike shop manager know?!

Jim:

That is a great question!

Lectric eBikes’ batteries are not specifically UL certified, they didn’t apply and pay the fee, but their batteries do pass the ISO 4210 and UN 38.3 standards for safety.
In addition to these certifications, the batteries are thoroughly tested by their in-house product development team, as well as a third-party testing facility. Lectric eBikes’ chargers pass the ISO 4210 standards for safety.

Forrest

Yes. Customers getting their bike shipped to Canada will be charged $200 per bike for shipping. This $200 fee also covers all of the duties and taxes charged as a result of importing the bike.

Thank you for sharing your awesome experience with the XPremium! Feel free to comment on any of our posts. And thanks for supporting the Electric Bike Report!

Forrest