Best Cargo Electric Bikes I've Tested (Between $1,400 - $2,500)

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00:00 Why a Cargo Ebike in 2023?
01:09 Lectric XPedition
02:44 Aventon Abound
04:17 Rad Power Bikes RadWagon4
06:13 Blix Packa Genie
07:41 Flyer L885
09:55 Honorable Mentions: Blix Dubbel, RadRunner, and Specialized Haul
10:12 Bakfiets: Baere Cargo Ebikes, Bunch Bikes, and Urban Arrow
10:32 Honorable Mentions: Tern and Cero One
10:54 Ebike Escapes Cargo Ebike Pick

[EbikeEscape]

What do you think is a top cargo ebike that we should review next?

[bogbody]

I'm very heavy. I weight 375 pounds. I bought the lectric expedition for exercise and it's changed my life. A rider is only supposed to be 330 or less but even so it has plenty of power for me and I've lost ten pounds in thirty days by riding it. I'm going to lose another 100 pounds and the credit goes to my excellent ebike from lectric.

[jimmyjames]

I agree with your top choice among these cargo bikes. Cargo bikes need a lot of range so you don't have to limit your errands or worry about trying to calculate whether you will make it home. I think the new XPedition with 28 amp hours of battery for $1699 is another home run for Lectric.

[saucyone]

I purchased the Lectric cargo bike, I really like it, and it has power, I rarely ride my other Lectric bike, I’m thinking of selling my old 1.0 Lectric bike, it served me well for about two years, but this new bike is a BOSS.😂🤣

[hoodhero]

I just purchased the Aventon Abound today. I walked into the bike shop to look at another bike, but when I test drove the abound, I was sold! Such a smooth, quick, and powerful bike with different settings to choose from for your journey like echo, cruise sport, and turbo. I also installed the kid rail seat in the back and took my some son on a nice long journey, which he loved to death. He didn't want to go home while we were out cruising.
Money well spent!

[waydegardner]

I went with the Abound for build quality, fit and finish vs miles/charge. Currently the Abound is $1599 (you can find a $75 off coupon as well) with over $600 of free accessories added in. For a non-commuter with shopping 2-3 miles away, it was best for us. We would never go more than 10-15 miles on a single charge. The extra range is nice if that’s what you need.

[ulrichskaarsgard]

FLYER L885 is my pick. I've put nearly 500 miles on mine and love it. Excellent build quality and the kid seat/cargo basket is an excellent design.

[eighthelement]

I currently drive Aventon Level 2 but next year I'd like to also get a cargo bike. I work as construction manager, hence cargo capacity is important. So far, I am not satisfied with the bikes presented in this video. My complaints:
1) The max speed 28 mph is a must. I will not tolerate slow 20 mph bike that will clog the road, slowing down traffic.
2) The front suspension is a must. Way too many potholes in my city.
3) The rear rack basket is a must, but I'd like to have an option of carrying the passenger. I like the idea presented at 9:22, and more brands should offer something similar.
4) Other requirements: strong motor (at least 750, possibly more), hydraulic brakes are preferred, cargo trailer would be nice, integrated lights.

[marshaclifton]

It's about the inseam lectic requires you to have a 33" inseam long legs
Rad wagon 5 allows for shorter folks. I'm 5'10", but I have short 30" inseam

[chow-chihuang]

Within the price range of the cargo and utility e-bikes mentioned, is the Yuba FastRack.

List is $3, 999, so towards the middle of the range of those mentioned, but comes from a manufacturer with long experience with longtail cargo bikes. Its neat feature is Yuba’s new transforming rack (thus the bike’s name) which has three hauling configurations and a stow-away one.

That said, I just got a Lectric XPedition for shopping and cargo towing capabilities. I wanted a cadence sensor-driven ebike as I find hauling or towing heavy loads with a torque sensor-driven bike is more effort than I can easily do. I’d gotten an Espin Nesta to tow my trailer, but its power management makes it a handful to manage when unladen. The one the XPedition is programmed with is much more manageable and I much prefer it, especially with the speed caps removed from PAS levels 1 and 2. The downsides are the derailleur is a bit unsteady, sometimes dropping or going up a cog without using the shifter, even after I adjusted it, and the thick tubing used on its very robust and a bit wide integrated rack (probably why the rack itself is rated to carry up to 300lbs). Commonly-available panniers or bags will not be able to attach to this rack without some kind of modification or adapter.

These are all great options and I am happy to see more coming out, especially at more accessible price points. Each has its charm and advantages and disadvantages. As you say though, “less driving, more e-biking!”

[islander_girLe]

Currently hauling my toddler to and from school on a Razor Ecosmart that I customized 😵‍💫 definitely looking forward to upgrading to one of these awesome e-bikes 🥲

[FBA-Renaissance]

8:36 - THIS IS VERY VERY VERY GOOD!!! 😎

[mrdpwr]

The Aventon has everything that the Lectric bike was missing, in my opinion. It's unfortunate they decided to not have an extended range battery, otherwise it would be an easy choice.

[misterlonestar]

Lectric Expedition has $100 off and free accessories right now.

[mutleyeng]

just bought a Radrunner 2 in the UK - best value on the market by far, and lovely solid bike that should last a couple of decades

[annehowellable]

I just test ride the aventon abound at global bikes . Right now it’s being offered to include a second battery. What a bargain !!!!

[Billy-cscc]

Flyer for the mullet because of my short legs. But, I do love Lectric also.

[dchen]

I agree with the XPedition being the top pick as it's the best bang for buck. I've had the Flyer L885 since last year and would've taken the Lectric had it existed. The Aventon Abound would be my runner up. Its torque sensor and suspension features are unheard of in this cargo bike grouping. It's also on the more expensive side (and weight too, as I believe it's the heaviest in this comparison) but the features and refinement are worth it in my opinion. I'd say the Blix and Flyer tie for third with the RadWagon being last.

[ElectricRidesUT]

Great roundup! Super helpful for anyone looking at the current cargo ebike lineup.

[raywade]

DO NOT BUY a RAD ebike, i unboxed my bike 3 weeks ago and it doesnt work, i cant get anyone from RAD to answer my phones calls or my emails, this company is a joke, STAY AWAY FROM RAD