Best Electric Bikes for Heavy Riders 2024 | The Top 9 Choices From Our Testing

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Many e-bikes are one-size-fits-all. Since they are adaptable in many ways, that's pretty true, people of different heights can ride them.

However, the feeling they produce isn't the same across different sizes of people, especially if you're a more significant or heavier rider.

So, with this in mind, we rounded up our favorite e-bikes that all feature enough motor power, battery life, and features that make for terrific e-biking experiences for folks on the heavier side.

We could have suggested many similar bikes (fat tire e-bikes are GREAT for the bigger crowd) and called it a day, but we intentionally wanted to give you a bit of style variety, too. We've got cruisers, commuters, mountain bikes, and more.

Our team has reviewed hundreds of e-bikes, and we have mountains of data that have helped inform our list. Let us know what you think about our choices or any questions you have in the comments below.

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00:00 Best E-BIkes For Heavy Riders
00:49 Overview
03:50 Aventon Aventure 2
05:45 Rad Power Bikes Radster Road
08:04 Ride1Up Revv1 FS
10:31 Electric Bike Company Model R
13:16 Velotric Discover 2
15:11 Specialized Globe Haul ST
17:20 Lectric XP Trike
19:39 Himiway D5 Zebra
21:55 Aventon Ramblas
24:25 Honorable Mentions
26:08 Conclusion

[napilopez]

I appreciate this list and recognize the fact that a lot of heavier riders want a more powerful ebike... but I'd like to offer a reminder that lightweight ebikes with a solid max capacity are worth considering too. For example, the Velotric T1 and T1 ST have a rated carrying capacity of 330 lbs, which is more than two bikes on this list, despite having "only" a 350 W motor.

I just want something that gives me a bit of help up a hill but still feels as nimble as an acoustic bike otherwise. After all, many heavy folks ride acoustic bikes too, and some of us want to be forced to do *some* exercise 🙂. For many of us apartment dwellers a heavy ebike is also more inconvenient than it's worth anyway.

The problem is that many of these lightweight bikes have miniscule claimed weight limits under 275 lbs. So was pleasantly surprised by the velotric T1 in this regard.

[georgeloveday]

Any information that will increase my knowledge on e-bike selections and capabilities is greatly appreciated.

[robertamorrison]

As a tall senior this was really nice to see. The trike looks good, although I hope you aren't stuck with a meer 13 mph top speed. Seriously, I might want to exercise my dog, but I'm making room for it to ride, too.

[skeller]

Well, I’m 265 lbs and four of these are on my short list:

Velotric Discover 2
Rad Power Radster Trail
Specialized Global Haul ST
Aventon Aventure 2 (because it’s $1599, with a free extra battery right now)

It seems to me that everyone’s got the message, the $1400 - $2000 range is very competitive.

To be competitive in it, an e-bike has to have: hydraulic disc brakes, 750W rear hub motor, UL listed is becoming necessary, and several decent accessories (e.g., rear rack, front/rear lights with thumb controlled turn signals, fenders, and a decent looking display). Oh, and a throttle, though you have to pay more for the Haul ST’s, for some reason.

I’m leaning to the Velotric, as I like everything I see. My next favorite would be the Radster Trail, except I want the Road version’s front fender (what are they thinking?). However, with Aventon offering the Aventure 2 for $1600 (forget the 99 marketing crap), with a free extra battery, which they have at $500, it’s hard to turn that down. Carrying a second battery would make any range concerns disappear. I’m going to a couple shops tomorrow (only Velotric and Specialized dealers in town) to see what they have.

Thanks for your reviews!

[simonjohnhinton]

im about 250lbs and here in the united Kingdom i have an engwe engine x that complies with regulations here in Europe. it has 55nm of torque which is enough and dual suspension and is a really comfy cruiser. Those 20 by 4 inch fat tyres are good and soak up the bumps really well. ive done a lot of mods to it including a 2 battery setup with balancer, bmx bar kit, 56t crankset, mirrors, indicators, extra wide saddle, 203mm rotors, plastic fenders and i installed a power analyser as the bike only shows battery bars and not watts, amps etc. i love the bike but had to fix a few flaws. as for range my 13ah + 10ah setup gets me about 50 to 60 miles on pas 2/3 not bad with my weight. my other bike is a Kona 27.5" Mtb which i converted to electric using a yose power 350w rear hub kit. it may only be a 36v motor but has no problem pushing me along even up steep hills very little effort is needed on my part and it has a decent turn of speed at about 22mph. ive modded that bike too. prior to owning these bikes i hadnt ridden in years and they've given me a new lease of life. i see more and more ebikes now and they're becoming ever more popular.

[LKNWAR]

Thanks for review. Id like a stark varg for those longer hills but its a bit out of my price range😀

[MymMars]

I'm on a fitness journey but I'm really interested getting a ebike for school and fitness. Currently 355lbs 6'4 depending on what 7/11 I'm running out of.

[tylerpetersen]

I would love to see a review on the Magicycle Cruiser Pro. Their website claims a 500 lbs load capacity with a 100 mile range.

[skeller]

3:01 The bike I ended up getting, the Velotric Discover 2, was not done consistently with the others, in that you used the Trail mode 5, rather than the Boost mode 5, which neutered it. I don’t know why, but I wish you had been consistent with it, as it would have allowed for the apples to apples best performance. Why did you do this?

Also, I unfortunately got this on June 1, the very day the price rose $200, to $1899. I was choosing between the D2, Radster Trail, and Aventon Adventure.2. I found the bike, even at the higher price, to be my first choice. Speaking of prices, it seems the prices you quote are pre-tariff prices, which would been a good thing to address at the start of the video, since it’s effects will be felt by most e-bikes in the US market.

[Lightguru]

Thank you for taking the time to make an excellent, fact filled video. Like your analysis and your attention to detail in your presentation. It helped us make a more intelligent decision, selecting E bikes. Keep those excellent videos coming.

[machinbidule]

I started with an ST2, almost everything was changed on the bike.
Almost under warranty but how many times I found myself on the side of the road pushing it (I took out breakdown insurance so much that it was serious).
How many days off or recovery time I had to take because I didn't arrive on time.
How many days the bike was at the dealership (we're talking in months over 3 years).
In principle I do 10, 000Km/year I sold the bike with 28, 000Km, when it should have had almost 40, 000Km!!!
I still had to take care of a lot of repairs (fork bearings, front wheel bearings, etc.)
Info from the salesperson, I had no luck, it was the Monday bike.
I keep my confidence and after 4 years on the ST2, I buy an ST3
Woe is me, even more problems.
The bike had not yet left the showroom when the front headlight was not working properly, the brakes were mounted in reverse (front for rear and vice versa).
Today the bike has 9000 km over 2 years, I should have had almost 18, 000 km
It has been at the dealership an incredible number of times for non-stop repairs.
Still the majority under warranty, but still with the same drawbacks.
At my expense fork bearings at 2000Km, broken spokes on the front wheel (then it was replaced under warranty), recently, front wheel bearings.
The bike is not even 2 years old and I am more than €500 out of my pocket in repairs which should be covered by STROMER
The bike is not entry-level, I bought it for almost €9, 000
I can only advise anyone against buying a STROMER, they all have problems.
And as long as you are under warranty, you will only get a small amount :)
Regularly it is necessary to replace the motor wheel (1500€), the front wheel, the brake set, the motherboard, the control console, the V-shaped headlight, etc.

[tenncutt]

For a great 20x4 fat tire look at Fucare Scorpio rated at 400lbs. Full suspension and everything else you want for $1079!

[Angela]

Loved your review, I just subscribed can you review the best trikes for heavy people.

[peter]

🙏 please make a 【Best Long Range Commuter】 for every Budget. I have range anxiety with ebike. Having to pedal an heavy ebike home without power is such a pain. What the best long range ebike for every budget?

[danielspencer]

Have you been able to review the Juiced JetCurrent PRO yet? We value your reviews, Thanks

[DJaquithFL]

I think you're really missing the category with full suspension. On the affordable side the Mokwheel Obsidian and those with deep pockets the Riese & Müller Homage 4 GT Rohloff HS.

[lambo]

Why didn't you test the Lankeleisi X3000 Max? Seems like it would've been an excellent contender.

[Jedi-Biggs]

Anyone have any recommendations for someone on a budget like me? And I mean under 800 budget?

[TDTehranie]

Im not even into bikes at all but this presenter is so captivating and interesting, I watched the entire video! I wish Griffey the very best with his channel and program. 🤩

[GAMarine]

I am short with short legs. Do you have reviews for short folks?