Category: Folding Bikes

e-bit S

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Compact folding e-bike

E-bit is the new line of folding e-bikes from the Italian brand WAYEL.

E-bit S is their compact model with belt drive and front model. A nice feature is the comfortable padding saddle.

The fold is easy and quick, requiring 3 simple moves, and its minimum overall dimensions and weight satisfy the need for agility and freedom. The standard trolley facilitates mixed mode commuting in town (by car, underground, bus and train), as well as easy storage while on recreational trips (by camper, boat and plane).

Source: WAYEL

Brompton Goes Electric

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Brompton Electric

The Brompton E-bike has 4 modes, ranging from no assistance (the bike rides smoothly without the battery) through to a high level of assistance, perfect if you want to arrive fresh to a meeting or are climbing a large hill.

The key features

  • Custom-developed 250W front hub motor giving an extremely high performance-to-weight output.
  • Bike still folds to the same size as a non-electric Brompton.To aid portability, the battery can be carried separately, integrating neatly into a shoulder bag.
  • Battery features intuitive user interface and USB charging port for mobile devices
  • All Brompton Electric bikes come with the standard battery bag (1.5L), however, there is an additional option to buy a commuter bag (20L), which can store your larger items, e.g. a laptop
  • Smooth ride thanks to the smart, integrated torque and cadence sensor
  • Wheel size 16″ (349mm)
  • Folded dimensions: 585mm high x 565mm long x 270mm wide (23″ x 22.2″ x 10.6″).
  • Handlebar type: M type (1015mm)
  • Rear frame: L type (mudguard)
  • Colours: Gloss black or Gloss white
  • Gears: 2-speed or 6-speed

Brompton bikes has been manufactured in London since 1975.

Source: Brompton

Test done by Electric Bike Report Jan 2020

Here we take a look at four options we have tested first hand, all of which have their own pros and cons which we detail.