We Put the Best Affordable E-bikes of 2024 Head-to-Head

We tested seven e-bikes under $2,000.

July 18, 2024

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Over at Ride Review, we took some of the most popular affordable e-bikes and put them in a head-to-head in various absurd challenges. Which one will come out on top? Watch till the end to find out!

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In other industry news, Nissan announced it will distribute electric microcars and motorcycles from the Spanish e-mobility brand Silence in the UK.

Future Motion, the company behind the popular line of Onewheel rideables, has launched a new premium off-road electric board. The Onewheel GT-S Series Rally Edition features a new 6-inch central hub motor, a higher performance tire, and a new amenity known as Recurve Rails for improved control and leverage.

Image Credit: Onewheel

Maeving, British maker of high-design electric motorcycles, is officially launching on US soil, starting in California where the new cafe-style RM1S is now available to order.

This month BMW will finally launch its luxury, electric CE04 in India, the world’s largest two-wheeler market, where it likely be the most expensive moped on the market. Its price is more on par with a compact electric car.

Austin-based MOD Bikes just dropped a new commuter-style e-bike with up to 90 miles of range when equipped with an optional second battery. The MOD Berlin, as the bike is called, features a 750W hub motor equipped with a torque sensor and can reach speeds of 28 mph (45 kph).

Image Credit: MOD Bikes

Patent filings reveal Kawaski may be working on an EV dirtbike with swappable batteries. That means owners could purchase multiple batteries and trade them out on long rides.

… meanwhile, battery-swapping leader Gogoro has begun selling electric mopeds in Singapore.

We recently got our hands on the Anza 750S from Monday Motorcycles and found a lot to like about it. Whether you're not quite ready for the big moto leagues, or just want something a bit more tame for cruising around town, the Anza 750S is worth checking out. It's rugged appearance is reminiscent of 1980s-era cafe racer motorcycles, right down to the long stitched leather seat that's perfect for riding two-up (or just stretching out your legs if you're a taller rider). It's built with quality components across the board, including bright integrated lights, and a gas tank styled cover for the removable battery.

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