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Plug into the electrifying world of e-bikes with The Weekly Recharge! Join us as we dive deep into the latest electric bike news, from groundbreaking innovations and industry trends to legislative updates that impact your ride. We explore incredible bike trails perfect for your electric steed, uncover the hottest e-bike deals and reviews to help you find your dream machine, and share tips and tricks to maximize your electric biking adventures. Whether you're a seasoned e-bike enthusiast or just curious about the buzz, we've got you covered. Get ready to power up your knowledge and hit the road (or trail!) with confidence.

  1. 6d ago

    New York May Ban Class 3 E-Bikes + EU Targets Illegal E-Bikes | TWR 104

    This week on The Weekly Recharge, New York City is considering new legislation that could ban the sale, rental, and eventually the use of Class 3 e-bikes. We also look at new proposals in Europe targeting illegal e-bike tampering kits, Giant and Liv’s new eMTBs with traction control, and an Urban Arrow cargo e-bike recall. Plus, we check out Monarch’s new smart helmet, rear radar, and tire pressure monitoring accessories, answer your e-bike questions, talk trails, and run through this week’s best deals. Let us know in the comments: do you think Class 3 e-bikes should remain legal in New York City? 👕 Merch + Rider of the WeekRiders highlighted during the Rider of the Week section get a free T-shirt! If you’ve been mentioned in this or any previous episode, and you haven’t received your t-shirt, fill out the form below so we can ship it to you!👉 Fill out the form here: https://forms.gle/t9o6SHE3aTp7hvmW9👉 Merch Shop: https://shop.electricbikereport.com/ Urban Arrow Cargo Bike Recall - https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2027/Gazelle-USA-Recalls-Urban-Arrow-Cargo-Electric-Bikes-Due-to-Fall-Hazard Deal Links: Canyon Precede: ON Comfort 7 - https://ebrdeals.com/canyon-precede-on7 Canyon Strive ON: CFR Underdog - https://ebrdeals.com/CanyonStriveOnCFRUnderdog Retrospec Sale - https://ebrdeals.com/RetrospecPromos AIMA - https://ebrdeals.com/AIMAPromos Accessories / Gear: Monarc Accessories: https://ebrdeals.com/monarc-marker  Recent Reviews & Videos: Velotric Brand Overview - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aPkTta1WVFAHeybike Titan - https://electricbikereport.com/heybike-titan-review/ E-Bike Trail System of the Week:Ocean Parkway Coastal Greenway - https://www.traillink.com/trail/ocean-parkway-coastal-greenway/ Bikes Discussed in this Episode:  Aventon Current EXP - https://electricbikereport.com/aventon-current-review/Monarc Tracer - https://electricbikereport.com/monarc-tracer-review/Monarc Marker - https://electricbikereport.com/monarc-marker-review/Canyon Precede: ON Comfort 7 - https://electricbikereport.com/canyon-precede-on-comfort-7-review/Aventon Level 4 REC - https://electricbikereport.com/aventon-level-4-rec-review/Hollywood Racks Sport Rider - https://electricbikereport.com/hollywood-racks-sportrider-e-bike-hitch-rack-review/Hollywood Racks Crosstrack - https://electricbikereport.com/hollywood-racks-crosstrack-bike-rack-review/ Email questions to: questions@electricbikereport.com  (or comment on this video, we love comments) #ebike #electricbike #class3ebike #ebikelaws #newyork #emtb #weeklyrecharge #electricbikereport 00:00 - Intro00:34 - Upway01:35 - News Of The Week01:50 - News From NYC Bills!05:10 - Potential changes to the EU's E-Bike Regulations08:10 - New Liv & Giant Bikes!08:55 - Gazelle Recall13:54 - Rider Highlight16:13 - Trivia Time!30:04 - Gear Highlight37:03 - Currently Testing & Recent Reviews39:39 - E-Bike Trail Systems45:40 - Questions & Comments45:45 - Opinion on Swagman Bike Racks49:25 - Clarification about the Aventon Current EXP's battery.53:50 - Throttle without pedal assist on the Level 4 REC?56:30 - Should integrated turn signals be mandatory?59:08 - Deals Of The Week01:03:54 - Wrap Up01:04:23 - Bloopers

    New York May Ban Class 3 E-Bikes + EU Targets Illegal E-Bikes | TWR 104
  2. Oct 4

    California Just Drew the Line Between E-Bikes and E-Motos + $1,299 Ride1Up Mid-Drive | TWR Ep 103

    This week on The Weekly Recharge, California signs a major new e-bike law aimed at separating legal e-bikes from high-powered e-motos. We also cover Ride1Up’s new Prodigy V2 Eco, a Class 3 mid-drive e-bike priced under $1,300, GoCycle’s return with the new G5 folding e-bike, and REI’s Avinox-powered Wire Peak 3.0 eMTB. Plus, we talk youth e-bike safety, folding e-bike recommendations, riding without pedal assist, Rider of the Week, trivia, gear, trails, and this week’s deals. Let us know in the comments: do you think California is taking the right approach to separating e-bikes from e-motos? 👕 Merch + Rider of the WeekRiders highlighted during the Rider of the Week section get a free T-shirt! If you’ve been mentioned in this or any previous episode, and you haven’t received your t-shirt, fill out the form below so we can ship it to you!👉 Fill out the form here: https://forms.gle/t9o6SHE3aTp7hvmW9👉 Merch Shop: https://shop.electricbikereport.com/ Deal Links:Heybike’s Fall Riding Sale - https://ebrdeals.com/HeyBikePromosAIMA’s Sale - https://ebrdeals.com/AIMAPromos Accessories / Gear:Old Man Mountain Divide Rack: https://oldmanmountain.com/product/divide-bike-rack/ Old Man Mountain Pannier Bags:https://oldmanmountain.com/product/ponderosa-pannier-8/ Jesse Jams Jam -https://jessejams.us/products/jesse-jams-copy?selling_plan=7042269246&variant=42840138711102 Trail Butter - https://www.trailbutter.com/collections/trail-butter-blends Recent Reviews:GOTRAX Ranger 16 - https://electricbikereport.com/gotrax-ranger-16-review/ E-Bike Trail System of the Week:Glacial Drumlin State Trail, Wisconsin - https://www.traillink.com/trail/glacial-drumlin-state-trail/ Bikes Discussed in this Episode: Tern Vektron Q9 - https://ebrdeals.com/tern-vektron-5iLectric XP4 750 - https://ebrdeals.com/LectricXP4-750Velotric Fold 1 Plus - https://ebrdeals.com/VelotricFold1PlusRide1Up Portola 02 - https://ebrdeals.com/ride1up-portola-2Velotric Tempo - https://ebrdeals.com/velotric-tempo Email questions to: questions@electricbikereport.com  (or comment on this video, we love comments) #ebike #electricbike #emoto #ride1up #gocycle #avinox #california #weeklyrecharge #electricbikereport 00:00 - Intro00:28 - Upway01:30 - News Of The Week01:40 - New Gocycle Bike!05:10 - New Ari Bike!07:50 - New Ride1Up Prodigy v2 Eco!09:40 - Helmet Recall11:35 - SB 1167 has been signed by Governor Newsom14:47 - Rider Highlight16:14 - Trivia Time!26:41 - Gear Highlight34:58 - Currently Testing & Recent Reviews36:02 - E-Bike Trail Systems44:25 - Questions & Comments44:30 - Is it ok for children under 16 to ride e-bikes?50:15 - E-Bike recommendation for Rick!01:00:25 - Is it really hard to pedal the Velotric Tempo without motor assist?01:05:30 - Deals Of The Week01:08:09 - Wrap Up

    California Just Drew the Line Between E-Bikes and E-Motos + $1,299 Ride1Up Mid-Drive | TWR Ep 103
  3. Sep 27

    New York Wants to Ban E-Motos — And We Need to Talk About the N+ Ford Mustang | TWR Ep 102

    This week on The Weekly Recharge, New York lawmakers are proposing new restrictions on the sale of high-powered e-motos, Honda has revealed a carbon eMTB concept, and Gazelle is expanding its Ultimate lineup. We also respond to the strong reaction to our N+ Ford Mustang e-bike review. Viewers questioned its $4,000 price, motor performance, comfort, and whether we were too easy on it, so we break down where we think the bike succeeds, where it falls short, and how we approach e-bike reviews. Plus, we discuss fast charging and battery health, e-bike throttles, Rider of the Week, trivia, riding gear, the Gitche Gumee State Trail, and this week’s e-bike deals. Let us know in the comments: do you think New York is taking the right approach to high-powered e-motos? 👕 Merch + Rider of the WeekRiders highlighted during the Rider of the Week section get a free T-shirt! If you’ve been mentioned in this or any previous episode, and you haven’t received your t-shirt, fill out the form below so we can ship it to you!👉 Fill out the form here: https://forms.gle/t9o6SHE3aTp7hvmW9👉 Merch Shop: https://shop.electricbikereport.com/ Deal Links: Velotric Sale: https://ebrdeals.com/VelotricPromos Ride1Up Sale: https://ebrdeals.com/Ride1UpPromos Mokwheel Sale: https://ebrdeals.com/MokwheelPromos  Accessories / Gear: Showers Pass Syncline CC Jacket - https://showerspass.com/collections/mens-waterproof-jackets/products/mens-syncline-cc-jacket Showers Pass Cloudburst Jacket - https://showerspass.com/collections/mens-waterproof-jackets/products/mens-cloudburst-jacket Cross Point Waterproof Knit Gloves - Pro Wool - https://showerspass.com/collections/crosspoint-gloves/products/crosspoint-waterproof-knit-wool-gloves Cross Point Waterproof Socks - Sport - https://showerspass.com/collections/cross-point-socks/products/cross-point-waterproof-socks-sport Recent Reviews:Euphree City Robin 3: https://electricbikereport.com/euphree-city-robinn-3-review/ E-Bike Trail System of the WeekGitchi Gami State Trail: https://www.traillink.com/trail/gitchi-gami-state-trail/ Bikes Discussed in this Episode:  N+ Ford Mustang eBike: https://electricbikereport.com/n-plus-ford-mustang-review/Tern Vektron P5i: https://electricbikereport.com/tern-vektron-p5i-review/Ride1Up Portola 02: https://electricbikereport.com/ride1up-portola-02-review/Velotric Fold 1 Plus: https://electricbikereport.com/velotric-fold-1-plus-review/Lectric XP4: https://electricbikereport.com/lectric-xp-4-750-review/Euphree City Robin 3: https://electricbikereport.com/euphree-city-robinn-3-review/ Email questions to: questions@electricbikereport.com  (or comment on this video, we love comments) #ebike #electricbike #emoto #fordmustang #honda #gazelle #weeklyrecharge #electricbikereport 00:00 - Intro00:31 - Upway01:33 - News Of The Week01:40 - New Gazelle Bikes!03:35 - Honda Teases New eMTB06:15 - New Bill In NY08:50 - Helmet Recall10:30 - Rider Highlight12:26 - Trivia Time!25:02 - Gear Highlight30:40 - Currently Testing & Recent Reviews32:10 - E-Bike Trail Systems36:52 - Questions & Comments37:04 - Does Slow Charging Your Battery Make It Last Longer?42:50 - Addressing some comments about the Ford Mustang01:05:01 - Some Thoughts on Throttles01:11:07 - Deals Of The Week01:13:31 - Wrap Up01:14:05 - Bloopers Compilation!

    New York Wants to Ban E-Motos — And We Need to Talk About the N+ Ford Mustang | TWR Ep 102
  4. Sep 20

    Segway’s Tech-Loaded Muxi Pro +Trek’s New 24.5-Lb E-Bike | TWR Ep 101

    This week on The Weekly Recharge, we’re covering a packed slate of new e-bike launches from Trek, Segway, and Moustache. Trek introduced two new models, including the ultralight Domane+ SL carbon road e-bike, which weighs as little as 24.5 pounds and can be configured with an optional larger battery for up to 115 miles of claimed range. We also take a look at Trek’s new Inbound+ lightweight city e-bike, which pairs Bosch’s new Hubline motor with removable battery options, cargo capability, and multiple drivetrain configurations. Segway also unveiled the new Muxi Pro, an upgraded version of the Muxi packed with technology. The Pro adds automatic shifting, front suspension, turn signals, regenerative braking, hill descent control, hill-start assist, traction control, GPS tracking, AirLock, Loss Mode, and more. We also check out the new Moustache Lundi 27, a lightweight Dutch-style city cruiser that updates one of the French brand’s original e-bike designs with a Bosch Hubline motor, removable battery, Gates belt drive or Shimano drivetrain options, and integrated security technology. Later in the show, we highlight 12 Riders of the Week from our 100th episode celebration, Ryan finally tries to escape the Helmet of Shame in trivia, and we take a look at several new bike accessories from Knog. We also visit the Tahoe City Multi-Use Trail System at Lake Tahoe and answer viewer questions about U.S. vs European e-bike regulations, the Lectric XP4 vs XPress 2, and the Velotric Breeze 1 vs AIMA Key West 2. For riders comparing comfortable cruiser-style e-bikes, we also explain where the Breeze 1 and Key West 2 differ in range, braking, customization, comfort, and ride quality—and why the Velotric Discover 3 may also be worth considering if comfort and gravel capability are priorities. Let us know in the comments: which new e-bike would you most like to see us test—the Trek Domane+ SL, Segway Muxi Pro, or Moustache Lundi 27? 👕 Merch + Rider of the WeekRiders highlighted during the Rider of the Week section get a free T-shirt! If you’ve been mentioned in this or any previous episode, and you haven’t received your t-shirt, fill out the form below so we can ship it to you!👉 Fill out the form here: https://forms.gle/t9o6SHE3aTp7hvmW9👉 Merch Shop: https://shop.electricbikereport.com/ Deal Links: Ride1Up Savings -  https://ebrdeals.com/Ride1UpPromos Velotric Adventure Season Sale - https://ebrdeals.com/VelotricPromos Tenways Sale - https://ebrdeals.com/TenwaysPromos  Accessories / Gear:Knog Oi Prima Bell - https://us.knog.com/products/oi-prima-bike-bellKnog Blinder X Light - https://us.knog.com/products/blinder-x-2300-front-bike-light-helmet-kitKnog Scout Alarm - https://us.knog.com/products/scout E-Bike Trail System of the Week: Tahoe City Multi Use Trail System - https://www.traillink.com/trail/tahoe-city-public-utility-district-multi-use-trail-system-/ Bikes Discussed in this Episode:  Lectric XP4 - https://electricbikereport.com/lectric-xp-4-750-review/Lectric XPress2 - https://electricbikereport.com/lectric-xpress2-review/Velotric Breeze 1 - https://electricbikereport.com/velotric-breeze-review/AIMA Key West 2 - https://electricbikereport.com/aima-key-west-2-review/Velotric Discover 3 - https://electricbikereport.com/velotric-discover-3-review/ Email questions to: questions@electricbikereport.com  (or comment on this video, we love comments) #ebike #electricbike #weeklyrecharge #electricbikereport #segway #segwaymuxi #trek #domaneplus #moustachebikes #velotric #aima #ebikenews #cycling #cyclingnews  00:00 - Intro00:27 - Upway01:30 - News Of The Week01:39 - New Trek Bikes!04:20 - New Segway Muxi Pro07:35 - New Moustache Bike!09:31 - Rider Highlight15:22 - Trivia Time!28:38 - Gear Highlight33:06 - Currently Testing & Recent Reviews34:11 - E-Bike Trail Systems39:01 - Questions & Comments39:10 - Thoughts About E-Bike Laws43:33 - Lectric XP4 vs Lectric Xpress 253:40 - Aima Key West 2 vs Velotric Breeze 101:01:18 - Deals Of The Week01:03:40 - Wrap Up01:04:18 - Bloopers Compilation!

    Segway’s Tech-Loaded Muxi Pro +Trek’s New 24.5-Lb E-Bike | TWR Ep 101
  5. Sep 13

    We’re Celebrating 100 Episodes of The Weekly Recharge! Including T-Shirt Giveaways | TWR Ep 100

    This week on The Weekly Recharge, we’re celebrating Episode 100! In this special episode, we look back at the history of The Weekly Recharge, share some bloopers, mix up the trivia format, and announce a bigger-than-usual Rider of the Week giveaway with five viewers getting free Electric Bike Report T-shirts based on comments from this episode. We also cover this week’s biggest e-bike news, including Specialized founder Mike Sinyard returning as CEO, Bosch reporting that riders using its smart system have covered an estimated 62 million miles in the U.S. since 2023, and Mondraker issuing a recall for select carbon handlebars. Bosch’s milestone points to a bigger trend we love seeing: more riders using e-bikes not just for recreation, but for commuting, errands, school runs, trail rides, and replacing short car trips. Later in the episode, we feature Rider of the Week, a special 100th episode trivia showdown, bloopers from past episodes, POC electrochromatic sunglasses, the Tanglefoot Trail in Mississippi, and viewer Q&A covering e-bike range, folding e-bikes for tall riders, and commuter recommendations under $2,200. We also highlight a few current e-bike and gear deals from Ride1Up, Club Ride, and AIMA. Thank you for watching, commenting, sharing, and helping us reach 100 episodes of The Weekly Recharge. Let us know in the comments how long you’ve been watching, what e-bike you ride, and what topics you want us to cover next. 👕 Merch + Rider of the WeekRiders highlighted during the Rider of the Week section get a free T-shirt! If you’ve been mentioned in this or any previous episode, and you haven’t received your t-shirt, fill out the form below so we can ship it to you!👉 Fill out the form here: https://forms.gle/t9o6SHE3aTp7hvmW9👉 Merch Shop: https://shop.electricbikereport.com/ Mondraker Handlebar Recall Page - https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/MONDRAKER-USA-Recalls-Mountain-Bicycles-Equipped-with-ONOFF-S9-Carbon-MTB-Handlebars-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Fall-Hazard -What do we cover? Deal Links:Ride1Up’s Labor Day Savings - https://ebrdeals.com/Ride1UpPromosClub Ride Apparel - https://ebrdeals.com/ClubRidePromosAIMA Sale - https://www.aimatech.us/collections/e-bike Accessories / Gear:Povec C1 Electrochromatic Sunglasses - https://www.povecoptics.com/products/povec-c1-sunglasses Recent Reviews: E-Bike Trail System of the Week:Tanglefoot Trail, Mississippi - https://tanglefoottrail.com/trail-towns-info/about-the-tanglefoot/ Bikes Discussed in this Episode: Velotric Fold 1 Plus - https://electricbikereport.com/velotric-fold-1-plus-review/Brompton Electric C Line - https://electricbikereport.com/brompton-electric-c-line-review/Lectric XP4 750 - https://electricbikereport.com/lectric-xp-4-750-review/Velotric Discover 3 - https://electricbikereport.com/velotric-discover-3-review/Aventon Level 4 REC - https://electricbikereport.com/aventon-level-4-rec-review/Ride1Up Vorsa - https://electricbikereport.com/ride1up-vorsa-review/Ride1Up Vorsa Lite - https://electricbikereport.com/ride1up-vorsa-lite-review/ Email questions to: questions@electricbikereport.com  (or comment on this video, we love comments) #ebike #electricbike #weeklyrecharge #electricbikereport #specialized #bosch #boschebike #ebikenews #ebikereview #ebiketrivia #tanglefoottrail 00:00 - Intro00:32 - Upway01:32 - News Of The Week02:58 - A Look Back On The Weekly Recharge04:10 - Specialized Has A New? CEO05:33 - Bosch Estimates 62 million E-Bike Miles!09:20 - Mondraker issues a recall11:34 - Rider Highlight12:54 - Trivia Time!30:52 - Bloopers Compilation!32:59 - Gear Highlight35:47 - E-Bike Trail Systems42:10 - Questions & Comments42:15 - Does Eco mode easy pedal saves battery?44:15 - Folding E-Bike recommendation for barood350:57 - E-Bike Recommendation for DmgOvaTime01:00:26 - Deals Of The Week01:03:49 - Wrap Up

    We’re Celebrating 100 Episodes of The Weekly Recharge! Including T-Shirt Giveaways | TWR Ep 100
  6. Sep 6

    Illinois Is Cracking Down on High-Powered E-Motos + Rad Power’s Comeback Plan | TWR Ep 99

    This week on The Weekly Recharge, we’re talking about Illinois’ new rules for high-powered e-motos, Rad Power Bikes’ owner launching a crowdfunding campaign, Trek’s new Europe-only Allant+ FS, and whether e-bike tracking features can actually help recover a stolen bike. Illinois is drawing a clearer line between legal Class 1, 2, and 3 e-bikes and faster, more powerful e-moto-style devices. The new law does not affect legal e-bikes that fit within the three-class system, but devices outside those limits may now need registration and motorcycle-level compliance. We also cover Rad Life Mobility’s crowdfunding campaign and what it could mean for Rad Power Bikes, QuietKat, and Serial 1 after Life EV acquired Rad earlier this year. Plus, Trek has revealed the 2027 Allant+ FS for the European market, with Bosch mid-drive power, full suspension, 800Wh batteries, MIK racks, four-piston brakes, and two build options. Later in the episode, we answer viewer questions about stolen e-bike recovery and location tracking, compare the Lectric XP4 750 and Jasion Hunter Pro for city riding, look at eMTB options under $3,000, and break down the Velotric Nomad 2 vs Monarch Tracer for RV travel, comfort, and value. We also feature Rider of the Week, e-bike trivia, Drift Sports’ Mina SPD-compatible shoe, updates on recent Electric Bike Report reviews, the Nantucket bike path network, and this week’s best e-bike deals. Let us know in the comments: do you think Illinois handled the e-bike vs e-moto issue the right way? 👕 Merch + Rider of the WeekRiders highlighted during the Rider of the Week section get a free T-shirt! If you’ve been mentioned in this or any previous episode, and you haven’t received your t-shirt, fill out the form below so we can ship it to you!👉 Fill out the form here: https://forms.gle/t9o6SHE3aTp7hvmW9👉 Merch Shop: https://shop.electricbikereport.com/ Deal Links:Velotric ‘s Labor Day Sale (through September 7th) -  https://ebrdeals.com/VelotricPromos JackRabbit’s Labor Day Sale ($250 the JackRabbit OG2) - https://ebrdeals.com/JackRabbitPromos Specialized’s Sale - https://ebrdeals.com/SpecializedPromos Lectric’s Labor Day Sale - https://ebrdeals.com/LectricPromos Accessories / Gear:Drift Sports Minna Cycling Shoes - https://drift-sports.com/products/minna-noir-black Recent Reviews:Monarc Marker Full Review - https://electricbikereport.com/monarc-marker-review/AIMA Key West 2 - https://electricbikereport.com/aima-key-west2-review/ E-Bike Trail System of the Week:Nantucket Island, CT - https://www.traillink.com/trail/nantucket-multi-use-paths/ Bikes Discussed in this Episode: Lectric XP4 750 - https://electricbikereport.com/lectric-xp-4-750-review/Jasion Hunter Pro - https://electricbikereport.com/jasion-hunter-pro-review/Aventon Ramblas ADV - https://electricbikereport.com/aventon-ramblas-review/Ride1Up TrailRush - https://electricbikereport.com/ride1up-trailrush-review/Trek Marlin+ 6 - https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/bikes/mountain-bikes/electric-mountain-bikes/marlin/c/B358/Velotric Nomad 2 - https://electricbikereport.com/velotric-nomad-2-review/Monarc Tracer - https://electricbikereport.com/monarc-tracer-review/ Email questions to: questions@electricbikereport.com  (or comment on this video, we love comments) #ebike #electricbike #weeklyrecharge #electricbikereport #emoto #ebikelaws #radpowerbikes #trekbikes #allantplus #ebiketheft #lectric #velotric #monarch 00:00 - Intro00:28 - Upway01:30 - News Of The Week01:45 - Illinois Draws a Hard Line for eMotos05:45 - Rad Life Mobility's new Regulation Campaign08:50 - New Trek E-Bike!12:15 - Eurobike goes Back to Summer Window13:54 - Rider Highlight16:12 - Trivia Time!28:04 - Gear Highlight30:06 - Currently Testing & Recent Reviews32:08 - E-Bike Trail Systems38:29 - Questions & Comments38:35 - Lectric XP4 750 or Jasion Hunter Pro?42:50 - Some thoughts on E-bike's Safety Measures 47:55 - E-Bike Recommendation for Sonny55:17 - Velotric Nomad 2 vs Monarc Tracer01:03:33 - Deals Of The Week01:06:50 - Wrap Up

    Illinois Is Cracking Down on High-Powered E-Motos + Rad Power’s Comeback Plan | TWR Ep 99
  7. Aug 30

    Bafang Takes Aim at Avinox, Trek Debuts District+, Orange County E-Bike Buyback | TWR Ep. 98

    This week on The Weekly Recharge, we're talking about Bafang's new high-power eMTB mid-drive motors and how they stack up on paper against Avinox. Bafang's new M510RS and M560RS motors are aimed at performance and extreme eMTBs, with big torque numbers, high peak wattage, integrated terrain sensing, Sport+ mode, Boost-to-Limit, Hill Hold, and faster response compared to the brand's older mid-drives. We also cover Comodule's e-bike theft prevention tech, including reports that up to 90% of attempted thefts in one connected-bike case study were either prevented or recovered after riders received movement alerts. Plus, Trek has launched the new District+ lineup in Europe, Orange County is hosting an e-bike and e-moto buyback event, and we take a closer look at the Snoqualmie Valley Trail in Washington. Later in the episode, we answer viewer questions about the Ride1Up Portola 2, Urtopia Carbon Atom app compatibility, commuter e-bike recommendations under $2,000, and one of the biggest folding e-bike comparisons right now: Ride1Up Portola 2 vs Lectric XP4. We also cover current reviews, bikes in testing, gear, deals from Upway, Aventon, JackRabbit, and Retrospec, and our Rider of the Week. Let us know in the comments: do you think Bafang's new motors can compete with Avinox? 👕 Merch + Rider of the WeekRiders highlighted during the Rider of the Week section get a free T-shirt! If you've been mentioned in this or any previous episode, and you haven't received your t-shirt, fill out the form below so we can ship it to you!👉 Fill out the form here: https://forms.gle/t9o6SHE3aTp7hvmW9👉 Merch Shop: https://shop.electricbikereport.com/ Deal Links:Reserve Your Demo Time at Upway NYC - https://calendly.com/upway-helpdesk/upway-nyc-demo-weekendsAventon's Labor Day Sale - $200 off many models - https://ebrdeals.com/AventonPromosJackRabbit's Labor Day Sale - $250 off one model - https://ebrdeals.com/JackRabbitPromosRetrospec's Summer Blowout Sale - $200-600 off many models - https://ebrdeals.com/RetrospecPromos Accessories / Gear:Po Campo Vernon MIK Bike Trunk Bag - https://www.pocampo.com/products/katy-bike-trunk-bag Recent Reviews:Puckipuppy Poodle - https://electricbikereport.com/puckipuppy-poodle-review/Pedal Electric AWD S - https://electricbikereport.com/pedal-awd-s-review/ E-Bike Trail System of the Week:Snoqualmie Valley Trail, Washington - https://www.traillink.com/trail/snoqualmie-valley-trail/ Bikes Discussed in this Episode:Ride1Up Portola 02 - https://electricbikereport.com/ride1up-portola-02-review/Lectric XP4 750 - https://electricbikereport.com/lectric-xp-4-750-review/Urtopia Carbon Atom - https://electricbikereport.com/urtopia-carbon-atom-review/Aventon Level 4 REC - https://electricbikereport.com/aventon-level-4-rec-review/Tenways AGO X - https://electricbikereport.com/tenways-ago-x-review/Velotric Tempo - https://electricbikereport.com/velotric-tempo-review/ Email questions to: questions@electricbikereport.com  (or comment on this video, we love comments) #ebike #electricbike #weeklyrecharge #electricbikereport #bafang #avinox #emtb #trekbikes #ride1up #lectric #portola2 #xp4 00:00 - Intro00:30 - Upway00:32 - News Of The Week01:46 - New Bafang Motors06:20 - News Regarding Anti-Theft Technology 10:25 - New Trek E-Bike!13:53 - New E-Bike Buy Back Event19:41 - Rider Highlight21:19 - Trivia Time!33:43 - Gear Highlight36:11 - Currently Testing & Recent Reviews38:53 - E-Bike Trail Systems47:27 - Questions & Comments47:35 - Is the Portola 1 "dated"?52:15 - Why does the Urtopia Carbon Atom does not support the app?55:34 - E-Bike Recommendation for Raymond01:07:16 - Ride1Up Portola 02 vs Lectric XP4 75001:21:01 - Deals Of The Week01:23:36 - Wrap Up

    Bafang Takes Aim at Avinox, Trek Debuts District+, Orange County E-Bike Buyback | TWR Ep. 98
  8. Aug 23

    E-Bike Sales Drop 90% in New Jersey + ALSO’s TM-B Ships | TWR Ep. 97

    This week on The Weekly Recharge, we’re talking about the major fallout from New Jersey’s new e-bike laws, where some bike shops are reporting e-bike sales drops as high as 90%. We break down what the new registration, insurance, and licensing requirements mean for riders, dealers, rentals, and the broader e-bike industry — and why clearer regulation separating legal e-bikes from high-speed e-motos matters. We also cover the Rivian spin-off ALSO beginning shipments of its first TM-B e-bikes, along with the company’s new $150 million funding round and its bigger plans for small electric vehicles and autonomous delivery platforms. Plus, we discuss Accell Group’s bankruptcy, new e-bike models from Cube, our Rider of the Week, the return of e-bike trivia, recent Electric Bike Report reviews, the Mineral Belt Trail in Leadville, Colorado, viewer questions, and this week’s best e-bike deals. Let us know in the comments: do you think New Jersey’s new e-bike law went too far? 👕 Merch + Rider of the WeekRiders highlighted during the Rider of the Week section get a free T-shirt! If you’ve been mentioned in this or any previous episode, and you haven’t received your t-shirt, fill out the form below so we can ship it to you!👉 Fill out the form here: https://forms.gle/t9o6SHE3aTp7hvmW9👉 Merch Shop: https://shop.electricbikereport.com/ Deal Links:Velotric GoMad - https://ebrdeals.com/Velotric-GomadLectric XPedition2 Dual-Battery - https://ebrdeals.com/LectricXPedition2Heybike - https://ebrdeals.com/HeyBikePromosMokwheel - https://ebrdeals.com/MokwheelPromos Recent Reviews:Ride1Up Portola 02 - https://electricbikereport.com/ride1up-portola-02-review/Puckipuppy Poodle - https://electricbikereport.com/puckipuppy-poodle-review/Pedal Electric All Wheel Drive S - https://electricbikereport.com/pedal-awd-s-review/ E-Bike Trail System of the Week:Mineral Belt Trail, Leadville Colorado - https://www.traillink.com/trail/mineral-belt-trail/ Bikes Discussed in this Episode: ALSO TM-B - https://ridealso.com/products/tm-b-performanceCube Editor & Supreme - https://www.cube.eu/e-bikes/trekking/citySpecialized Turbo Vado 3 X - https://electricbikereport.com/specialized-turbo-vado-3x-review/Specialized Turbo Vado 3 EVO - https://ebrdeals.com/SpecializedTurboVadoSL6Aventon Level 4 REC - https://electricbikereport.com/aventon-level-4-rec-review/Velotric Discover 3 - https://electricbikereport.com/velotric-discover-3-review/Monarc Tracer - https://electricbikereport.com/monarc-tracer-review/ Email questions to: questions@electricbikereport.com  (or comment on this video, we love comments) #ebike #electricbike #weeklyrecharge #electricbikereport #ebikelaws #newjersey #rivierian #also #tmb #ebikenews 00:00 - Intro00:31 - News Of The Week01:25 - News about the recent New Jersey e-bike laws07:45 - ALSO announces new Series D financing13:00 - Raleigh's parent company declared bankrupt16:50 - New Cube e-bikes!20:46 - Rider Highlight23:25 - Trivia Time!33:54 - Currently Testing & Recent Reviews34:59 - E-Bike Trail Systems41:28 - Questions & Comments41:35 - Why do we call "SUV Bikes" like that?46:20 - Why didn't we do the Brake Test on the Turbo Vado 3x 5.0?49:45 - Why don't we compare bikes when doing individual reviews?56:38 - Specialized Turbo Vado 3x 4.0 vs 3 EVO 5.001:02:36 - Deals Of The Week01:05:49 - Wrap Up01:06:14 - Bloopers!

    E-Bike Sales Drop 90% in New Jersey + ALSO’s TM-B Ships | TWR Ep. 97

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