Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
500 lbs vs 389 lbs avg
4 h vs 5.1 h avg
Front suspension, 20" wheels
10 features vs 9 features avg
Weaknesses
0.23 mph/lb vs 0.37 mph/lb avg
60 mi vs 77 mi avg
20 mph vs 26 mph avg
86 lbs vs 74 lbs avg
Compared with 66 similarly priced models ($1,874–$3,124), from manufacturer specs.
Performance Overview
Where it stands among 66 similarly priced e-bikes ($1,874–$3,124), from manufacturer specs. 50% is mid-pack.
How to read this
Each spoke shows where this vehicle ranks among similarly priced e-bikes: 73% means it beats 73% of them in that area. Rankings come from spec scores computed on fixed scales from manufacturer numbers (the small "spec" value, out of 100), so a high percentage means strong for the money, not perfect. The gray ring and ticks mark mid-pack.
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 66 other electric bikes in its price band ($1,874–$3,124), its strongest numbers are payload capacity (500 lbs vs 389 lbs avg), charge time (4 h vs 5.1 h avg), and included features (10 features vs 9 features avg). The tradeoffs are speed for its weight (0.23 mph/lb vs 0.37 mph/lb avg) and claimed range (60 mi vs 77 mi 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
Components
- 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"147 – 196 cm
One frame size. Heights are the manufacturer's recommendation, not a hard limit.
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