My full review of the heybike galaxy T

Hey everyone, today we’re looking at the Heybike Galaxy T — a sleek trekking e-bike with a mid-drive motor, integrated lights, and a really clean frame design. I’ve been riding it for a bit now, and I’ve got some thoughts. Some good, and a few things I’d change.

Unboxing was easy. You barely have to put anything together — which is always nice.

First impression: it looks great. Clean lines, hidden cables, and integrated turn signals in the rear frame. I don’t really use turn signals on bikes much, but they’re bright and well-placed, so at least they’re functional and not just a gimmick.

The rear rack is decent — fine for panniers or light gear — but if you wanted to load it up heavy or carry a person, it could use some diagonal support bars for extra strength.

The handlebar is pretty wide, almost mountain bike style, which makes the bike feel stable, especially with the 2.4” Schwalbe tires. They grip well and make it comfortable on light gravel or rough paths. There are also these little bamboo side panels with colored icons on them… not sure why they’re there, but they’re definitely different.

The motor is a 36V 250W mid-drive with 100Nm of torque. On paper, that’s huge, and you do feel strong pull at low speeds — great for hills or starting off. The torque sensor keeps the power delivery smooth, which I like. But once you’re cruising at 15 or 20 km/h, especially into headwind, the support drops off. I expected more mid-speed boost for a motor with this torque. Still, it climbs well and works fine for commuting or relaxed touring.

The 500Wh battery is removable, and Heybike claims up to 135 km of range. That’s probably possible on low assist on flat roads, but with higher assist, expect more like 80 km. The removal process is a little awkward though — you have to take off this aluminum cover plate before unlocking the battery. It works, but I prefer the simple key-and-pop-out style. Charging takes 6–8 hours, so nothing unusual there.

Ride comfort is a strong point. The SR Suntour NVX30 fork handles bumps nicely and makes light off-road riding comfortable. No rear suspension, but that’s fine for this type of bike. The Selle Royal saddle, ergonomic grips, and even a bit of suspension in the seatpost make it comfortable for long rides.

The color LCD display isn’t my favorite in terms of design, but it does have some fun extras — like showing calories burned and “trees saved.” No idea how accurate that is, but it’s entertaining. I like that the headlight is on the handlebar instead of the fork so you can aim it while riding.

It’s got a Shimano Alivio 9-speed drivetrain — smooth, reliable — and Shimano MT-200 hydraulic brakes, which have great stopping power.

So, who’s this bike for? If you want a stylish, comfortable trekking bike for city commuting and light off-road, with nice details like integrated lights and wide tires, this is a solid choice. I’d just like to see stronger mid-speed assist and an easier battery removal design.

It’s not built to be a high-powered speed bike — it’s more about practicality, comfort, and style. And it does those things really well.

Ride far, ride fast, and ride forward. See you in the next one.

Check out Heybike:

https://tinyurl.com/GalaxyTTTB