Folding electric bikes are one of the most convenient and eco-friendly ways for people who live in cities to get around as cities change and more transportation options become accessible. Folding electric bikes are a small, flexible way to go around, whether you need to get through busy city streets or go on scenic trails. Today, Upway has the folding electric bike that will work for you.
What is a folding electric bike?
A folding electric bike merges the portability and flexibility of a folding bike with the comfort and help of an electric bike. Most electric folding bikes are made for people who live in urban areas and work like regular e-bikes that people use to get to work. The frame of a folding e-bike is strong and made of light materials like aluminum or carbon fiber. These materials are strong enough for long-term use, yet they are also lightweight, which makes them easier to move around.
Even though each model has its own way of folding, they all let the rider fold the e-bike into a compact, easy-to-carry shape. They are convenient to keep in a car, the luggage cabin of a train, the office, or at home because they take up very little storage space when folded. To reduce their overall weight, electric motors incoporated in folding e-bikes usually have lower power ratings, usually around 500 W. Nonetheless, a lot of folding e-bike models have an elevated torque, which makes it simpler to climb hills and accelerate quickly in any scenario.
What features should the best folding electric bike have?
When we review an electric folded bike, what do we keep an eye on?
When you review an electric folding bike, it’s not just about how well it rides when it’s standing up on two wheels. It’s also about how easy it is to store and handle when it’s folded up. In light of this, the following factors are being used in our reviews:
- Folding speed
- Convenience and safety of the fold
- How the bike behaves when folded
- The weight
- Overall quality of the ride
Motor
There will be a back hub motor on most electric folding bikes, but not all of them. These are small and light, but they can still deliver 250 watts of power continuously. Compared to other types of e-bikes, they usually have less power, but it’s enough to help on the steepest ascends. In fact, these motors tend to do all their work on hills and much less on flats, where you can save battery life.
There may be a central motor in these, which makes them stronger and better for moving things or going up and down steep hills. They will probably be heavier, though, which isn’t always a good thing for a folded bike.
Batteries
As electric bikes have become more compact and foldable, so too have batteries and frames, which are now constructed with batteries integrated into the frame. E-bikes look more appealing because they are kept in this way; you may not even recognize them at first sight.
Watt-hours (Wh) are used to measure batteries, and we have a handy tool that can help you figure out how far your e-bike can go on a single charge. When it comes to range, the bigger the Wh number, the bigger the battery. Battery weight increases with size, which reduces range. You can help yourself with this balance act.
Brakes
When it comes to stopping power, disc brakes are better than rim brakes. E-bikes need this stopping power because they are larger than regular road bikes. These are the disc brakes that you’ll find on the best electric road bikes. Because of these, you can better control the brakes and need less power to stop the bike.
Best folding electric bike 2025
The Aventon Sinch
The Aventon Sinch is a folding electric bike that can be used on any type of road. It has 4” Kenda Krusade fat tyres and a front suspension fork that make it easy to ride up hills on trails and concrete. The seat on this UL-certified bike can be adjusted so that people from 5′ to 6’3″ can ride it easily.
The Sinch’s motor has 500 W and 80 Nm of torque, which lets it hit 20 mph in a matter of seconds. With pedal help, the 672 Wh battery pack can power the bike for up to 71 miles and up to 30 miles on gasoline alone. It has a rack on the back that can hold up to 300 pounds of stuff.
Eovolt Afternoon Pro
Ridez Electric Bike Shop reviewed Eovolt’s previous Afternoon model, and the Pro is an improvement on that model. Its unique clean look comes from having gone through over 30 design changes. Today, we tested the final version of this electric folding bike for ridezelectricbike.com and are sure to say that it is not only our best to ride but also the fastest to fold up and unfold. Most brands are happy to say that their fold process only takes ten seconds, but Eovolt’s fold process cuts that time in half. The pop up from folded down might be accomplished in as little as one second, that is how simple it is.
The hinges and latches have been constantly improved, making the process so smooth that it’s almost like an automatic system. This is especially true when unfolding the bike, as the hinges now have soft finger hooks that keep you from prying at the sharp metal safety latches that were there before.
The frame’s dropouts now have a new catch and magnet system built in. This makes the connection between the frame and fork possibly the strongest of any foldable bike we’ve tried. It’s pretty hard to undo the connection by mistake, which makes rolling the folded bike very easy.
Features
Even though it’s our favourite, the opening is just one of many useful additions. There are also a lot of great things to say about the motor, which is Bafang’s Dual Speed Automatic gearhub and motor fusion. We really liked the nice clunk that happens when you step on the pedals and the gear changes based on your speed. This is an automatic system that does a great job of controlling movement and does it in a way that works well with the motor’s help.
Some of the other features are an asymmetric twofold kickstand, wheels that have been bolstered for extra strength, an Abus anti-theft system to protect the battery, built-in lights, and a trademarked seatpost that has both the battery and charging system built in.
Pros
A fold that is incredibly easy
An incredibly clean appearance
Firm when folded and rolled up
The Bafang automatic two-speed hub drive is remarkable.
Cons
A few in stock currently.
Specs
Motor Bafang dual-speed hub automatic gearbox, 250W, 45Nm
Battery LG, 360Wh
Frame Aluminium
Drivetrain Bafang 2-speed automatic hub gear
Lights Built in
Tyres Schwalbe Pick Up, 16 x 2.15in
Weight 19.5kg
Folded size 75cm x 65cm x 45cm
Ado Air Carbon
Ridez Electric Bike Shop investigated the Ado Air Carbon, which is one of only a few folding bikes made of carbon fibre on the market. At just over 13 kg, it is one of the lightest bikes on the market. That’s ideal for an e-folding bike because it was easy to put the bike in the trunk of our car and onto trains during our study. When it comes to electric folding bikes, weight is just as important as price. Luckily, the Ado is good in both areas.
The hub motor on this e-folding bike has been far more beneficial in hilly terrain than on flat terrain, like the other ones we’ve looked at. Obviously, you’d want that, but don’t think this bike will take you across a flat city. In reality, you’ll go just as fast with the motor on levels 1-2, which will also save the battery. When it comes to hills, save the most help for those times.
I liked how easy it was to fold the Ado and how big it was when it was all packed up. That’s great for taking it to the office, where it will be safer and able to charge. There is a battery in the seatpost that can be taken out completely if you need to bring the whole bike inside. There are also good safety features, like a lock on the seat mount that keeps someone from taking your battery when you park your bike.
Features
You should also check out Estarli’s E20.7 if you like the sound of the E20.8 Play but want something a little lighter and an even better deal. Some of the parts are step-down versions of the ones that come with the E20.8, but it works with the same extras, like the range extender, and only costs £1,510.
The hybrid E28.8 with its 28-inch wheels is part of the Estarli range, which also includes the E20.8. The E20.8 looks like it will perform well at a very reasonable price, and you can get service after the sale through a well-established dealer network.
Pros
A folding bike that is incredibly light is an unbeatable feature.
Nice digital add-ons for tracking and anti-theft alarms
Wide room lets you choose from different tyres
A good deal for the complete package that comes with a carbon frame.
The fold is simple and quick.
Good size when folded
The battery is safe because the seatpost clamp has a key lock.
Finishing gear felt good, even though it wasn’t branded.
Cons
Arrived with a few small assembly issues, notably a down-facing computer.
The long press to turn it on is a little frustrating.
Even though the Bafang motor only added 35Nm of power, it was fine in the hills and didn’t make a big difference on the flats.
It doesn’t have a kickstand, and oval tubes would make it hard to add one. The same goes for a rack for panniers.
The handlebars can’t be changed in height.
The pedal didn’t fold up and was a little small.
Specs
(Note that this review is for the Pro version, which has alloy mudguards and a back rack.)
Motor Rear hub motor, 250W, 40Nm
Battery Seatpost battery, 252Wh
Frame Aluminium
Drivetrain Shimano 8-speed derailleur
Brakes Estarli hydraulic disc
Lights Spanninga hardwired front and battery-powered, seat-mounted rear with brake sensor
Tyres Schwalbe Marathon 365, 20in x 2.15in
Weight 20.8kg (incl battery weight of 2.4kg)
Folded size 84cm x 70cm x 49cm
Gocycle GS
For a low price, the Gocycle GS is an electric bike with a simple, purpose-driven design. You can’t beat the portability and light weight of this electric bike. The Gocycle GS is only 35 pounds because its body is made of injection-molded magnesium, which is very light. Along with being helpful and easy to move, the Gocycle GS can also be folded up into a very small space. When fully collapsed and folded, it can fit into a special holding bag, making it easy to move around.
The Gocycle GS’s battery only holds 300 Wh, which helps the e-bike be light and small. The maker still says the GS’s range is up to 40 miles, which makes it perfect for commuting or cruising around town. Also, riders can quickly charge the GS’s battery, even if it’s almost dead. It only takes 3.5 hours to charge the battery from empty to full when used with the Gocycle fast charger.
Estarli e20.8 Play
Out of all these e-folders, the E20.8 Play from UK-based Estarli might be the best for going off-road because it has big, knobbly tyres and a strong 40Nm rear hub motor. It also has 20-inch wheels instead of the 16-inch wheels that many of its competitors have. This makes it a bike that can handle even the roughest canal towpaths and rail tracks while carrying a small amount of gear.
At the local roads around a Norman castle hill, we had a great time seeing how far we were capable of travelling off-road. This is the kind of terrain that would be better for a full-sized e-MTB, but the E20,8 Play didn’t let us down. It won’t be as good as a high-end mountain bike when the going gets tough, but its results showed that small-wheelers may be much better off-road than people think.
Features
The E20.8 Play can also do other things. The 252Wh battery in the seatpost is enough for the shorter trips that e-folders are usually used for. However, Estarli sells a $400 range extension battery that fits on the frame where a water bottle would normally go and increases the bike’s range by two times. Even better, the range extension can be taken off quickly, and the main battery in the seatpost can be locked in place. It also makes a variety of bags for the E20.8 Play’s back rack.
To fold the bike quickly and easily, you just need to drop the handlebars and seatpost and fold the frame to bring the wheels together. However, it can be tricky to unclip the lead at the bottom of the seatpost battery if you want to take it off. Since there are no fasteners or magnets to hold the package together, you might also want a bungee cord.
ARCC Brompton Conversion
For those who already have a folding bike and want to keep using it, there are a few choices out there. Our experienced tester Raymond recommends one from a reputable UK manufacturer.
Ridez Electric Bike Shop looked at the ARCC Brompton conversion kit. Its main selling point is that it uses a power tool battery to power its system. This means that you probably have extra batteries in your shed if you have power or yard tools. Of course, these batteries aren’t very big, so your range will be limited. However, Raymond says in his review, “Range over hilly terrain was impressive—in the region of 25 miles from a full charge, and that’s in cold December weather too.” It’s clear that this method is very cost-effective.
Features
A three-axis accelerometer lets you choose an automatic mode that lets you move forward on the road. That device figures out how steep the hill is and changes how much help it gives based on that. There is also a function called “Launch Control” that helps you get going after stopping. Hold both brake buttons down and press on the left pedal to make this work.
This last feature is three ports on the side of the charging Pod that let you charge your devices. This should be very useful for digital nomads.
Pros
Pedelec motor assistance that is remarkably smooth and efficient
Not heavy
Outstanding quality
Cons
Heavy on the front
There is no way to connect lights.
No app for Android (only for iPhone)
Spec
Weight: 15.7kg with 216Wh battery option (14.5kg with battery removed)
Range: Around 25 miles in hilly terrain in winter
Frame material: Steel (titanium T-line and part titanium P-line are also options in the Brompton stable of non-electric bikes and could be converted for a lighter ARCC Brompton).
Motor: ARCC Aikema 250W 36V brushless front hub motor
Battery: As tested = 36V, 6Ah (216Wh) Bosch powertool battery. 144 Wh is standard at the above price point. Fast charger is standard.
Gearing: Brompton 6 speed (3 Brompton wide ratio gears x 2 Brompton derailleur gears)
Brakes: Brompton dual pivot
Saddle: Brompton
Tyres: Schwalbe Marathon 35-349mm (16 x 1 3/8 “)
Included accessories: Depends on your model of choice but the AC6 model comes with mudguards
Gocycle G3
The Gocycle G3 has a simple design and is made of light materials, like a magnesium metal frame, just like the GS. The G3 weighs 37 pounds all together. Only two more than the Gocycle GS.
The G3 is made to be as easy to fold up, take, and move around as possible, but the ride quality and range are not sacrificed in any way. It comes with high-quality 20-inch Schwalbe Big Apple tyres with square treads that are made to be as comfortable as possible to ride on road while still giving you plenty of grip.
With its 500 W and 85 Nm electric motor, the G3 can quickly reach its top speed of 20 mph. Its 300 Wh battery pack will keep you going for up to 50 miles.
Even though the frame is pretty short, it’s meant to fit most users. Based on its height range, the G3 is good for users between 5’3″ and 6’5″, so it should fit almost anyone.
MiRiDER One Hope Edition
MiRider has surprised everyone by working with the well-known component maker Hope Technology (whose parts usually cost a lot) to make a new version of its famous One folding bike for just $3400. Hope is a UK company that is best known for making very reliable hubs and brakes. However, in recent years, it has also come out with a wide range of wheels and machine-anodized parts that can quickly make a bike look and perform better.
Take the EVO edition crank for example. This custom part alone sells for more than £100, so the fact that it’s here is pretty amazing, especially since you also get changes to both brakes (including color-matched rotors), a custom seat clamp, Hope’s Grip Doctor bar ends, and a Hope bottom bracket. All of this is on top of the MiRiDER One Hope Edition’s already great magnesium metal base, which was reviewed by Ridez Electric Bike Shop.
When folded, this bike is the smallest of all the ones we tested, measuring only 77 cm x 74 cm x 46 cm. This is because the small 16-inch wheels help to shorten the length. The bike folds in half backwards towards a magnetic catch tray at the rear axle after a fold in the middle of the frame and another fold at the steerer. Lastly, the pedals fold in to make the bike a little narrower, and the seatpost drops to make it shorter.
Features
One downside of being small is that you lose some of the driving steadiness that comes with bigger wheels, but the great shock absorber makes up for it. The gravel-ready 16-inch tyres gave us great grip, but it took some practice to get used to riding this e-folding bike, especially when the surface was wet and less stable. There are times when this bike feels like a go-kart. That can be fun, but don’t let it throw you off. If you are a bigger rider, this bike may not be right for you because it is too small.
That being said, that’s part of the attraction. You can fold this electric bike up and take it with you anywhere. To make it fit under an office desk, fold it up. However, we found that you can’t charge it while folded because of where the port is located. Because it has shock absorbers behind the seat tubes and tyres that grip the ground well, it will handle off-road situations better than most bikes in this guide. And it will do all of those things while making everyone who sees it look really cool.
The Vektron Q9 is not cheap, as we said at the beginning. However, its worth as a real option to a second car speaks for itself.
Pros
An off-road-friendly wheel lets you take different shortcuts.
The rear spring is still a great and welcome comfort feature.
The Hope decor makes folded bikes look about as good as they get.
Amazingly small when folded—one of the best for train travel. Simple and easy to fold.
A good dealer network and local service are important for a business.
Slim and light, with a magnesium metal frame
It’s easy to change the size of the post and handlebars.
Cons
The motor worked fine on the road with a gentle slope, but it stuttered on steeper hills and a light gravel slope I tried to see what its limits were.
The 16-inch wheel and small size are great for the folding brief, but if you’re a bigger user, it can feel shaky and loop out easily. I think it’s fine for users up to about 6 feet 2 inches tall and under 15 stone, but maybe not for anyone taller than that. Instead, get the 20-inch. (MiRiDER says the bike can handle up to 120 kg (18.8 stone) and people up to 6.4 inches tall.)
When folded down to put the port, it can’t be charged.
When taken off, the hinge latch moved around, which could wear away paint over time.
Specs
Motor Bosch Active Line Plus mid-motor, 250W, 50Nm
Battery Bosch PowerPack 400Wh
Frame Aluminium, OCL+ joint, three patented technologies and bottle mount bosses on mainframe
Drivetrain Shimano Alivio Shadow rear derailleur, 1x 9-speed, 246% gear range
Brakes Shimano hydraulic disc
Lights Hardwired Tern Valo (front) and Herrmans H-Trace (rear)
Tyres Schwalbe Big Apple, 20 x 2.15in
Weight 23kg
Folded size 42cm x 86cm x 68.5cm
Volt Lite
The Volt Lite, which was reviewed by Ridez Electric Bike Shop, is one of only a few electric folding bikes that can use the extra power that a mid-drive motor provides compared to a rear hub-based motor. A train ride to hilly Sheffield seemed like a good test for Volt’s new Lite. One of the lightest mid-motor folders (the Tern Vektron Q9 on the previous page weighs 23 kg), this one weighs just under 19 kg. This makes it a little easier to move once it’s folded.
The Bafang M820 motor only adds 2.3 kg to that weight, but it has a strong 75Nm power. Keeping the weight down is also helped by the 360Wh battery in the seatpost. It looks cool, but since it’s built in, you can’t bring an extra battery with you. Even though it doesn’t have traction, the Schwalbe Big Apple wide-profile tyres made some light off-road riding more comfortable.
Out on the highway, a 25 km route showed off a wide range of beautiful Northern Colorado landscapes. The first part of the Cherry Creek Trail’s urban sections only needed light pedalling at the lowest power setting. As we rode across, under, and over major roads, rivers, and canals to get to Downtown Denver, there was a lot of stopping and starting.
Features
Bafang’s torque sensing motor responded right away to leg pressure when we needed it to, which is helpful on rides like this where we have to change our plans quickly.
After going up Flagstaff Road, which was a real test of how well the Lite could climb, we went through City Park in Denver and did some more climbing. Finally, we went along a wide track past the back of Garden of the Gods Park, which was a real test of how well it could handle being off-road, and it did great.
Because it was light, the Lite was easy to move on neighbourhood trains. Because it had a short length, I didn’t have to fold it up very often. However, it only takes 30 seconds to do so and the folded up size is 91 x 81 x 47 cm.
When the 30 km ride was over, the battery was still at a good 70% charge. This means that this efficient e-folder could easily handle a full day of riding with lots of hilly sections. With its light weight, small size, and good motor power, this folding bike is great for both exploring cities and riding to work every day.
Pros
The small Bafang M820 mid-drive has great hill-climbing power, and the rear axle is accurate but quick. The Tektro hydraulic disc brakes provide excellent stopping power.
The 20-inch Schwalbe Big Apple tyres have a lot of air in them, so they do a good job of filling in all but the biggest holes.
You will be ready to go in any weather with the powerful hardwired lights, kickstand, and SKS mudguards.
For a bike with 20-inch wheels that folds in half, the Volt does pretty well when it comes to the all-important fold.
Cons
The seatpost battery is a good idea, but I found it hard to lock and charge. Also, since you probably won’t want to take it off every day, the bike folds up bigger than it needs to be.
Spec
Motor – Bafang M820 mid-drive with claimed 75nm torque
Battery – 360Wh seatpost battery
Frame – Brushed aluminium alloy
Gearing – Shimano Nexus 3-speed hub gears
Brakes – Tektro hydraulic discs
Lighting – Spanninga hardwired front and rear
Tyres – Schalbe Big Ben 20” x 2”
Weight – 18.9kg with battery in situ, 15.8kg with seatpost battery removed
Tern Vektron Q9
We think this is the most effective electric foldable bike for carrying things that we have looked at.
The Ridez review of the Tern Vektron Q9, which costs $4500 before you even think about extras, is a big purchase. It can match or even go beyond what the majority of full-sized electric bikes can do, though, better than any of the other electric-folders we looked at. It looks very strong and well-built, with strong-looking connections on the hydroformed frame segments and a unique, stretched-out back end that can hold a big load or a child seat even though it has a small size.
At 23 kg, it’s the heaviest electric folding bike on this list, but don’t think that makes it hard to fold. It’s quick and easy, and the folded bike rolls easily along station platforms. A magnet holds the frame halves together (though we’d like to see a stronger magnet or clip used), and a rubber strap keeps the handlebar post from swinging around. As long as you don’t have to lift it above waist height, it could be a good way for many people to get to and from work on the train.
Features
A strong 190-lumen Tern Valo front light, a completely customisable Tern Andros handlebar stem, and Shimano hydraulic disc brakes are some of the specs that stand out. The motor isn’t the most robust in Bosch’s lineup, but it does a good job of going up and down steep hills. During tests, it handled Sheffield’s steep hills without any problems and really shined when doing everyday tasks, like going to the big shop.
The Vektron Q9 comes with a fast (4-amp) charger and a 400Wh Bosch PowerPack battery that can be taken off and put back on. It can also work with 300Wh and 500Wh PowerPacks.
But what the Tern Vektron really does well is carry things, and Tern’s website has a huge selection of extras to help with this. The Stow Bag is a folding cover/carry bag combo, the front-mounting Kanga rack can hold 7 kg, the Bucket Panniers hold 24 litres each and can hold 9 kg, and the HQ office-style bag can hold 6 kg and clips onto the front-mounting Baggage Truss.
Pros
Excellent building quality
A very impressive carrying ability
Low gears and Bosch mid-drive make it easy to climb.
One-size frame that lets you change the seat height and length of the handlebars
Cons
This is one of the heaviest folded e-bikes on the market. The 400Wh battery is a letdown after seeing how much the bike costs.
Brompton Electric P Line Urban
Ridez Electric Bike Shop looked at the Brompton Electric P Line, which is a smaller and lighter version of the company’s well-known folding bike. It has a 300Wh battery and a motor on the front hub. It still has the famous Brompton fold that makes it easy to store in small areas. This makes it perfect for commuters or people who need a portable e-bike. During the time we spent with the bicycle, we found it to be very useful. Its lightweight design and ability to be folded up make it ideal for people who live in cities. There are, however, a few things that could be done better to make the experience better.
It’s not the most efficient choice, especially for the price, but the motor system gives a smooth and steady power assist. While it works well on flat ground and mild hills, it’s not as good on steeper hills. The four-speed shifting is nice, but the bottom gear could be lower to make it easier to climb hills. It’s pretty light for an e-bike—at 16.1 kg with the motor and battery—and the battery is easy to take off and charge, which is helpful for people who don’t have a lot of storage room.
Features
When going on the road, the bike is easy to control, and the front hub motor makes the ride smooth, especially in cities. One problem is that there isn’t a button on the handlebars for changing the power levels. Instead, riders have to change the parameters on the battery itself. The motor system also can’t be added to older Brompton models, which limits the options for people who already own Brompton bikes.
Finally, the Brompton Electric P Line is a great choice for people who want something portable and small that doesn’t skimp on e-assist performance too much. You might want to look at other types, though, if you need more power or plan to ride up a lot of steep hills. The folding bike is well-designed and useful, but some riders might choose a more powerful option instead because the motor doesn’t work well and the controls are hard to use.
Pros
Battery can be taken out quickly for easy charging
Not heavy, and small when folded
Lights and mudguards built in
Devices with a USB charging port
In effect Derailleur method with 4 speeds
Cons
Not able to change power settings with controls on the handlebars
The motor isn’t very strong, especially on steep hills.
The motor system can’t be added to Bromptons that are already in use.
Specs
Motor: 250W front hub motor
Battery: 300Wh 36V with LED display
Range: 20-45 miles
Weight: From 15.9kg (with battery)
Gearing: Brompton 4-speed trigger shifter
Brakes: Brompton dual pivot calipers
Frame Material: Precision drawn heat-treated steel tubing with titanium rear frame
Lights: Busch & Muller AVY LED front and rear lamps powered by main battery
Additional Features: USB charging port, quick-release battery, integrated mudguards
Brompton Electric P-Line Explore 12-Speed
Brompton Electric was first released in 2017. Since then, it has had a number of improvements and an app has been made available, but the technology is mostly the same as it was in 2017.
This bike has a 250W front hub motor that gives it a lot of power and, our personal favourite, a 360Wh battery that is easy to take off with a push button. This makes the folded package lighter, which makes it easier to get on and off trains and other public transportation, which is what Bromptons were made for in the first place.
The P Line Explore was already out of its comfort zone, so we chose to test it in the Tame Valley area of Greater Manchester, which has some of the steepest roads and tracks in England. For 2024, Brompton added a 12-speed gearing system. We were excited to try it to see if it really had a 408% gearing range as claimed.
Taking on some of the Pennines’ highest hills, the 2×2 trigger shifting worked well and quickly. We even went on some unpaved tracks. Brompton says that its Electric folders should not be used off-road, but these unpaved areas are officially roads and have a surface that isn’t too different from the cobblestone roads that are common in many European cities.
The only exception was an old, very steep packhorse route that had never had its surface improved. The P Line build was pretty light, so it wasn’t hard for me to take it up the steep, rocky slope.
Features
While riding on the bumpy tracks, we didn’t use the partner app because we didn’t want to lose our phone, but we have found it useful in the past when riding in the city. You can change the power level with a touch of the screen instead of having to reach over the bars and press a button on top of the battery pack. It also keeps track of how many times the battery has been charged.
Overall, we learned that the Brompton Electric can be used for a lot more than just riding around towns with lots of hills. The wide range of gears and tough but quick-rolling Continental Contact tyres make it great for both riding in the country and taking the train to and from work every day.
The torque-sensing technology worked well with the conditions on the ground. We used up two-fifths of the battery in 16 very difficult miles (about 25 km), which suggests that it could go up to 40 miles (about 60 km). Because it has wide-range gears and a motor, Brompton’s electric bike is the best in its line for riding in more dangerous conditions.
It’s still very much a Brompton, which means it’s an ultra-compact and quick folder. As an e-bike, it’s also not too heavy, which makes it a better choice for daily train commuting.
It is very expensive, but it is one of the best electric files out there.
Spec summary
Motor Brompton front hub motor, 250W, 40Nm
Battery 360Wh pack that fits on front luggage block, push button-removable
Frame Steel with titanium rear triangle
Drivetrain Brompton-designed 12-speed (three-speed wide ratio hub gears and four-speed narrow ratio derailleur)
Brakes Dual-pivot caliper rim brakes, Brompton-designed
Lights Hardwired front and rear
Tyres Continental Contact Urban, 16 x 1.35in
Weight 16.4kg with battery attached, 13.4kg with battery removed
Folded size 61cm x 61.5cm x 34cm
Flit M2
Made in the UK with help from an engineering firm in Cambridgeshire, Flit’s M2 quickly improved on the first model product. During Covid’s worst days, the downtime helped the company improve its supply chain and design ideas. There is a bonding method that holds the frame together instead of the more common welding because of this.
When you buy something made close to home, you can be sure that the service and help you need are close by and backed up, which we think builds value right away. On top of that, we really liked the MiVice hub motor that Flit picked to power the M2’s pedal assist. This is strong and reliable, and it helps you speed up quickly after stopping.
Even better, progress is easy because the chosen puncture-resistant Schwalbe Marathon tyres have very low rolling resistance. Most likely, this helps get rid of a lot of drag and saves power for the 230Wh battery that’s built into the frame.
Pros
Small and light
A very small fold
Smooth integration
The motor in the MiVice is great.
Low rolling resistance helps cruise at top speed
Good brakes
UK-made and therefore backed up in the UK
Cons
With manual twist clamps, the fold takes longer.
A little shaky because the wheels are small
Specifications
Stated weight: 14.5kg
Stated range: up to 50km
Frame material: Aluminium
Motor: Flit hub motor
Battery: Flit 230Wh internal
Drivetrain: Singlespeed chain
Brakes: Tektro HD-R280 hydraulic discs
Saddle: Velo Sport
Tyres: Schwalbe Marathon 16-inch
Questions and Answers about the Best Electric Folding Bikes:
Why are folding electric bikes better than regular electric bikes or normal bikes?
It’s easier to move and use an e-bike that folds up. They are small and easy to fold up, so you can store them in small places, take them in your car or on public transportation, or carry them upstairs. The electric assist also makes riding to work and hills easier.
In what way do I fold and unfold an electric bike that folds up? Is it simple to do?
Most folded e-bikes have easy-to-use mechanisms for folding up. To fold the frame and arms, most people need to unlock latches, hinges, or locks. The process of unfolding is usually just as easy. Manuals or online movies from the manufacturer usually show how to do something, which makes it easy for users to learn.
In general, how far can a folding electric bike go and how fast can it go?
Folding e-bikes have different ranges and speeds depending on things like the motor power, battery size, terrain, and the weight of the rider. All e-bikes, including folding ones, can only go 15.5 mph on average in the UK. They can also only go 20 to 50 miles (32 to 80 km) on a single charge. Better models may have longer ranges and faster speeds.
Can people of all shapes and sizes ride electric folded bikes?
E-bikes that fold up are made to fit people of different heights and shapes. But it’s important to check the manufacturer’s instructions to make sure the fit is right. Some types may have seat posts and handlebars that can be adjusted so that they can fit a range of riders.
How long do electric folded bikes last, given how they fold up?
When folding e-bikes are made, they are made to last. Reputable makers make sure the bike’s structure is strong by using strong materials and folding mechanisms. Bikes last longer if they are well taken care of, used correctly, and folded and unfolded according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
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