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All Tested E-bikes


Installing a CarPlay Display on a Chinese Electric Tuk Tuk: A Surprisingly Useful Upgrade
There are plenty of practical electric vehicles out there, but every now and then you come across something that is both useful and completely ridiculous. For me, that's this little Chinese electric tuk tuk. I bought it secondhand, rebuilt it with new batteries, added a trailer hitch, and turned it into one of the most useful little utility vehicles I've ever owned. In this article, I'll take a closer look at the tuk tuk itself and show how I installed a CarPlay display from
Aug 31


Varun S26 Review: Not the Prettiest E-Bike, But Far Better Than I Expected
Some e-bikes win you over the moment you see them. The Varun S26 did the opposite. My first impression wasn't particularly positive. The bike looks big and heavy, the frame is thick, the battery is massive, and the color scheme and graphics aren't exactly my taste. To be honest, I still don't think it's a particularly good-looking bike. But something interesting happened once I started riding it. My opinion began to change. The S26 may not be the prettiest e-bike I've tested,
Aug 31


Free Sky Alaska M520 Review: A Dual-Battery Fat-Tire E-Bike Built Like a Beast
Some e-bikes are designed to be lightweight, elegant, and easy to carry. The Free Sky Alaska M520 takes a completely different approach. With dual batteries, fat tires, full suspension, and a powerful motor, the Alaska M520 is built around one thing above all else: raw performance. It looks big, aggressive, and ready for off-road riding. From the moment you see it, you know this isn't going to be a lightweight city commuter. After spending time riding and testing it, I found
Aug 26


My full review of the Ado air carbon
Folding e-bikes are usually built around practicality. They are designed to be compact, easy to store, and convenient to carry—but that often comes at the expense of style, weight, or riding quality. The ADO Air Carbon takes a different approach. From the moment you take it out of the box, it feels more like a premium lifestyle product than a typical folding e-bike. With a carbon fiber frame and fork, an integrated seatpost battery, belt drive, torque sensing, and a claimed w
Aug 17


My full review of the Dahon Unio E20
The Dahon Unio E20 is a folding e-bike designed for urban commuting and travel. It arrives almost fully assembled, making the unboxing experience smooth and hassle-free. With a mid-drive motor, decent range, and thoughtful design, it stands out among budget and mid-range folding e-bikes. Unboxing and First Impressions The Dahon Unio E20 arrives nearly complete. You only need to attach the pedals and adjust a few components. For a folding e-bike at this price, this is excellen
Sep 19, 2025


My full review of the Engwe EP-2 Boost
The Engwe EP-2 Boost immediately makes a strong impression as a folding fat bike built for adventure. With its chunky frame, knobby tires, and classic fat bike silhouette, it looks tough straight out of the box. First impressions are mixed, but the ride itself quickly proves the bike’s capabilities. Unboxing and First Impressions The EP-2 Boost does not arrive spotless. My unit came a little dirty, and the front fork required some assembly. The stand feels cheap and the front
Sep 19, 2025


My full review of the Dyu C9
The DYU C9 is a foldable electric bike that immediately impresses with its design. The metallic paint sparkles in the sunlight, giving it a premium feel that you rarely see at this price point. Subtle indoors, but striking outdoors, it stands out among budget-friendly foldable e-bikes. Riding Position and Comfort The riding posture on the DYU C9 is upright and casual, perfect for city cruising. The saddle is padded enough to be comfortable for longer rides, and the overall po
Sep 19, 2025


My full review of the Pulse R.1 Cross
Hey everyone, today we’re taking a look at the Pulse R1 Cross, a fat tire e-bike that stands out from the rest of Pulse’s lineup with some surprisingly premium touches. I’ve tested a couple of their other bikes before, but this one? It feels like the best of the bunch. Let’s get into it. Unboxing & First Impressions Unboxing was mostly uneventful, although I did have a small paint chip on the frame. Assembly wasn’t too hard, just average for a bike like this. I’d prefer less
Sep 19, 2025


My full review of the Pulse Q.1 City
The Pulse Q1 City is a fat tire electric bike designed for comfort, stability, and relaxed urban cruising. With its long seat, wide frame, and torque sensor powered ride feel, it combines practicality with a stylish design. After putting the Q1 City through its paces, I found some quirks but also plenty of reasons to enjoy this electric city bike. Unboxing and First Impressions Unboxing the Pulse Q1 City is straightforward. You mount the front wheel, handlebar, and pedals, an
Sep 19, 2025


My full review of the Pulse S.6 Go
The Pulse 6 S Go is not your typical city e-bike. With fat tires, a comfortable step-through frame, and a few design quirks, this electric cruiser stands out on the road. After spending some time testing it, I’ve gathered my thoughts on the build quality, ride feel, and overall value. If you’re considering this e-bike, here’s everything you need to know. Unboxing and First Impressions Putting the Pulse 6 S Go together is straightforward, but one thing stood out right away — t
Sep 19, 2025
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