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Michael Clark

Co-Owner, E-Bike Writer & Reviewer

Michael has been involved with many of the aspects of operating Electricbikereport.com. Figuring out how to test products and help consumers decide which e-bike is best for their personal needs is a passion. E-bike’s have the opportunity to completely change the way people move around, get outside, and get from one place to the next. Riding bikes is a daily thing around here, and man do we get to ride a lot of bikes!

Get to Know Michael Clark

Certifications

  • B.S. Accounting

Favorite Style of E-Bike

Commuters, Utility Bikes, and E-MTB’s

Favorite E-Bikes Reviewed

RadRunner 2, Globe Haul

Current Bikes You Ride/Own

Orbea Rallon, RadRunner 2, Lectric X-Pedition, Lectric XP Lite, DYU, Euphree City Robin X

Hobbies

Traveling around the world, Hanging out with my wife and kids, and growing our business.

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Electric Bike Company Model S Review 2024

Electric Bike Company Model S Electric Bike Review 2024

Electric Bike Company Model S Review: Overview

The Electric Bike Company Model S is a well made Class 3 electric beach cruiser powered by a 500W motor. With casual cruiser-oriented geometry and loads of customization, there are a lot of great features that make the Model S one of our favorite beach cruisers.

When we started the Electric Bike Company Model S review, we were impressed with how sturdy the frame was and how clean its welds are. It also came fully assembled, which was a nice touch. It didn’t take long for us to tell that EBC put a lot of effort into their electric cruiser.

Electric Bike Company has one of the most complete online customization tools we’ve seen in the e-bike industry, and our review model of the Model S was decked out with a custom colorway (even on the battery pack!), wood fenders, an upgraded 48V, 18Ah battery and a single speed drivetrain, plus a couple of additional custom features and accessories.

If you’re looking for a comfortable cruiser oriented e-bike that will withstand the tests of time, then we would highly recommend looking into the Model S. During our review its performance and extensive features backed up its looks.

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Velotric Discover 1 Electric Bike Review 2024

Velotric Discover 1 Electric Step Thru E-Bike Review 2024

Velotric Discover 1 Review: Overview

The Velotric Discover 1 is a Class 2 electric step-thru bike that walks the fine line between commuter and cruiser. During the Velotric Discover 1 review we learned it has the upright and comfortable positioning of a cruiser while sporting the looks and handling of a commuter bike, taking the best aspects from both bike styles.

The Discover 1 comes with a 500W rear hub motor, and 48V, 14.4Ah internally integrated battery. The Velotric Discover 1 review was an interesting one, as we have tested numerous bikes with similar price points, and specs — we were eager to see how the Discover 1 stacked up to competitors bikes.

Electric Bike Report conducted multiple tests to find out where the Discover 1 falls into the grand scheme of budget friendly Class 2 e-bikes, by the end of this write up you should have a good understanding of the Velotric Discover 1’s capabilities, strong suits and more.

The Velotric Discover 1 is currently a pre-production model — which is something to keep in mind throughout the Velotric Discover 1 review write up and video. As of this writing for the Discover 1 review, Velotric is currently raising funds on Indiegogo, but will fully launch on their own website soon. Let’s jump in.

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KBO Hurricane Review, 2024

KBO Hurricane Electric Bike Review

Summary Review: KBO Hurricane

For current pricing on the KBO Hurricane click here.

When we reviewed the KBO Hurricane electric commuter bike, one of our main takeaways is that it’s a standard bike first and an electric bike second. The Hurricane does a good job of not overwhelming the rider with loads of wattage and power.

Instead, it seems to give the rider assistance in the background which makes for a very organic feeling e-bike. With a sleek design and low weight, the KBO Hurricane is a great commuter for those who don’t want to spend lots of money on an e-bike.

We found the Hurricane is also good for those who still want to get a good workout on their ride. With only 250W of sustained power, the Hurricane is never going to take over for the rider which we found to be a refreshing experience.

Balling on a budget? Don’t want to look like you’re on an e-bike? Don’t want a heavy bike? If you answered yes to any of these questions, check out our review of the KBO Hurricane.

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Bike Category: Commuter/ Road style e-bikeIt’s built around a road bike frame and has a flat bar convenient for commuting.
Bike Class: Class 1 Class 1: Pedal assist, up to 20 mph

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Propella V4.0 Review 2024

Propella V4.0 Electric Bike Review 2022

Propella V4.0 Review: Overview

Over the course of reviewing the Propella V4.0 we noticed it emphasizes the “bike” in e-bike. First and foremost, it feels like a traditional bicycle while you’re riding it, but with an added boost on hills and during acceleration. I’d relate the riding experience to feeling physically at 100 percent, while riding with a tailwind. The assistance never takes over the ride experience as a whole, instead it does a great job of completing it.

If you simply love to ride bicycles, you don’t like the idea of an over-powered e-bike and you don’t want to spend too much money, I see the Propella V4.0 as a great option for you.The 250W motor provides consistent and smooth engagement, and the 630mm bar will keep you confident at speed. This is a great e-bike for those who are curious about e-bikes but don’t want to commit to a $2000-plus model.

Plus, because of the V4.0s predecessors you’ll receive a refined version based on years of feedback and testing; the V4.0 has puncture resistant tires, a 4th generation battery, and a more compact charger than the previous model.


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Evelo Compass Electric Tricycle Review – 2024

*****Please note that in the video review there is a section around the 12:40 mark on cornering/handling that we’ve since revised. For cornering, we advise keeping your hips centered, slowing down, and very slightly leaning into the turn with just your chest.

Summary Review: Evelo Compass Electric Tricycle

The Evelo Compass is a 24” e-trike that combines a smooth ride with extra cargo capacity. Evelo’s expertise in electric bikes shows through on the Compass. If you are a rider who wants something zippy, fun, and stable, the Compass is a great option to consider.

With plenty of storage room and power, the Compass is perfect for tackling hills and carrying cargo. We found the Compass e-trike to be smoother and more sprightly than a lot of its competitors. This is a well engineered e-trike with nimble handling and lots of power.

Our test riders at Electric Bike Report agreed that Evelo balanced out this trike very well as it is equally safe, comfortable, fun, and it performs up to the standard Evelo sets with their other bikes.

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Dirwin Seeker Review 2024

Dirwin Seeker Electric Fat Tire Bike Review

Dirwin Seeker Review: Overview

The Dirwin Seeker is a Class 3 electric fat bike that combines a powerful motor with a long battery life, intuitive display and comfortable ride geometry. When we reviewed the Dirwin Seeker we quickly learned how well rounded it is compared to some other e-bikes we’ve reviewed. From hill climbs, to off-road to general handling the Seeker impressed us with its wide array of strong suits.

The Seeker’s 750W motor produces up to 80Nm of torque. This makes for a very capable all-terrain bike that doesn’t have any issue plowing through sandy pits or up gravel roads. While plenty of fat tire e-bikes claim to have all terrain capability, very few prove it like the Seeker.

If you’re looking for a fairly priced Class 3 e-bike that won’t be confined to one terrain or style of riding, the Seeker may be the bike for you. With 4-inch wide tires, front suspension and plenty of power it’s ready for any adventure any time.


***The Dirwin’s throttle and pedal assistance max speed are tied and must be adjusted together, so unless you disconnect the throttle it can only legally be a Class 2 e-bike. Keep your area’s e-bike laws and regulations in mind.***

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Tower Beach Babe Review 2024

Tower Beach Babe Electric Bike Review

Tower Beach Babe Review: Overview

The Tower Beach Babe is a Class 2 electric beach cruiser that combines comfort and leisure-based cruising with a powerful 500W motor and 48V, 14Ah battery. Between the comfortable riding geometry and capabilities of the motor and battery, it’s hard to ignore the fun factor this bike provides.

When we did the Tower Beach Babe review it was interesting to see how it compared to the Beach Bum 2, which we reviewed earlier this month. Both bikes have some consistency between them, the main being the very comfortable and smooth riding experience.

The Beach Babe has a low-step frame that makes it easier to get on and off of the bike. Shorter riders and those who don’t want to swing their leg over the top tube will likely find this low-step frame design to be very beneficial to the overall experience the Beach Babe provides.

By the end of this e-bike review, you should have a good idea how the Beach Babe climbs hills, how long its battery lasts and what our overall impressions were of Towers’ low step electric beach cruiser.

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Specialized Turbo Tero 5.0 Review 2024

Monterey, CALIF. (Sea Otter Classic) — At this year’s Sea Otter Classic in Monterey, California, Specialized had on show its newest addition to its e-bike lineup — the all-new Specialized Turbo Tero 5.0.

The Turbo Tero was released side-by-side with updated versions of the full-power Turbo Como and Turbo Vado commuter bikes, two staples of the brand’s electric commuter bike lineup. But the Tero is slightly different from the others; built on an eMTB chassis with knobby tires and a dropper post, the Tero is part eMTB part do-it-all utilitarian adventure bike.

We got a chance to visit with Emily Oppliger and Ash Puzey of the Specialized Turbo Tech team at Sea Otter for the low down on the new Tero 5.0, as well as a few other new things from the California-based bike brand.

Specialized Tero - MasterMind display

The new MasterMind display was front and center on the Tero 5.0.

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TurboAnt Thunder T1 Review 2024

Turboant Thunder T1 Electric Bike Review

TurboAnt Thunder T1 Review: Overview

The TurboAnt Thunder T1 is a Class 3 electric fat bike that’s built for multiple terrains and rider heights. The T1 comes with a powerful 750W motor, 48V, 14Ah battery and five levels of pedal assist. The T1 also has wide handlebars and an adjustable stem that allows you to adjust the positioning how you prefer.

Between the fat tires and adjustable ride positioning, the Thunder T1 will meet the fun factor and comfort requirements people often look for in electric fat bikes. The T1’s design makes gravel roads seem not so gravelly and on road riding feel like a magic carpet.

During the Thunder T1 review we discovered a couple things the Thunder T1 does different from other fat tire e-bikes. By the end of the review you should have a good idea if the T1 is the right electric fat bike for you,

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Espin Nesta Review 2024

Espin Nesta Review

Espin Nesta Review: Overview

The Espin Nesta is a foldable all-terrain Class 3 electric bike from Espin that feels very stable and well put together, especially for having the ability to fold. I couldn’t tell this was a foldable bike with how sturdy and stable it felt below me and it left me without question Espin did a good job designing the Nesta.

The Espin Nesta review reminded us how not all foldable bikes are created equally. While we kind of knew that, being the electric bike experts we are, it was good to be reassured by its high speeds, comfortable positioning and hydraulic disc brakes. With its unique frame shape and ample rack space, the Espin Nesta is a member of the utility category of e-bikes — a class that’s growing in popularity among those who want a solid do-it-all electric bike.

We found a lot of things we liked about the Nesta right away — out of the box it comes 95% assembled and once we were riding we couldn’t help but notice the motor’s quick acceleration and 100mm of front suspension doing its thing.

By the end of this e-bike review you should have a good understanding of how the Espin Nesta performs out in the real world. From its battery range to its hill climbing ability we put “the Nesta to the test…a”. Let’s dive in.

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