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Strengths & Weaknesses

Strengths

Max loadGood

500 lbs vs 388 lbs avg

Charge timeGood

4 h vs 5.1 h avg

Ride qualityGood

Front suspension, 20" wheels

Motor powerGood

750W vs 647W avg

Weaknesses

Speed-to-weight ratio↓ 37%

0.23 mph/lb vs 0.37 mph/lb avg

Top speed↓ 22%

20 mph vs 26 mph avg

Range↓ 22%

60 mi vs 77 mi avg

Weight↓ 16%

86 lbs vs 74 lbs avg

Compared with 61 similarly priced models ($1,874–$3,124), from manufacturer specs.

Performance Overview

Scored out of 100 from manufacturer specs, beside the median of 61 similarly priced e-bikes ($1,874–$3,124)

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Velotric TrikerSimilar-price median
How to read this

Each spoke is a category score out of 100, computed from manufacturer specs on fixed scales. Every vehicle is measured on the same scales, so scores don't shift as our database grows. Further from the center is better. The gray line and ticks mark the median of similarly priced e-bikes.

At a Glance

The Velotric Triker is a tricycle electric bike listed at $2,499. Manufacturer specs put it at 750W of rated motor power, a claimed 60 mile range, and a 20 mph top speed, at 86 lbs.

Next to the 61 other electric bikes in its price band ($1,874–$3,124), its strongest numbers are payload capacity (500 lbs vs 388 lbs avg), charge time (4 h vs 5.1 h avg), and motor power (750W vs 647W avg). The tradeoffs are speed for its weight (0.23 mph/lb vs 0.37 mph/lb avg) and top speed (20 mph vs 26 mph avg). Beyond the headline numbers it brings a front suspension, 20" wheels setup for ride comfort.

Full Specifications

Velotric Triker

Powertrain

Motor Type
Hub
Nominal Power
750 W
Peak Power
1300 W
Torque
90 Nm
Sensor Type
Torque, Cadence
Assist Levels
5
Throttle

Battery & Range

Amp-Hours
16.8 Ah
Voltage
48 V
Claimed Range
60 mi96.6 km
Charge Time
4-6 h
Removable Battery

Build Quality

Front Brake
Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake
Hydraulic Disc
Front Rotor
180 mm
Rear Rotor
180 mm
Gears
7
Drive System
Chain
Gearing
Derailleur
Derailleur
Shimano 7 Speed
Shifter
Shimano 7 Speed
Cassette
7 Speed, 11 28T
Frame Material
Aluminum
Puncture Protection
UL 2849
UL 2271

Ride Comfort

Front Suspension
Hydraulic Coil
Front Travel
80 mm
Rear Suspension
Rigid

Utility

Weight
85.8 lbs38.9 kg
Max Load
500 lbs226.8 kg
Rear Rack
Fenders
IP Rating
IPX6
Lights
Turn Signals
Display
Color LCD
Connectivity
Bluetooth
App Compatible

Classification

Category
Tricycle
E-Bike Class
1, 2
Top Assist Speed
20 mph32.2 km/h

Wheels & Tires

Wheel Size
20"
Tire Size
20x3.0
Tire Category
Fat
Tire Brand
Kenda

Frame & Geometry

Frame Style
Step Through
Min Seat Height
23.2"58.9 cm
Max Seat Height
38.7"98.3 cm
Standover Height
14.6"37.1 cm
Overall Length
64.8"164.6 cm

Rider Fit

Fits riders

4'10"6'5"147196 cm

One frame size. Heights are the manufacturer's recommendation, not a hard limit.

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