Best Fat Tire Electric Bikes 2022

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A disruptive newcomer to the fat-tire e-bike world, the Aventon Aventure sets a new high bar for what consumers can expect from a sub-$2,000 electric fat bike.

It’s not just the 750W Bafang rear hub motor or the 720Wh fully-integrated battery that have us so enamoured with this electric fatty, it’s also that Aventon managed to chock it full of little features and extras that you just don’t see on many bikes in this category. It’s got a full-color LCD display, metal fenders, a full Shimano Acera drivetrain, hydraulic brakes and, to top it all off, it’s just a really nice riding bike. The handling is sporty without being overly athletic and, though it is a bit heavy, it handles light singletrack surprisingly well.

It also comes available in a step-over and step-through frames with a selection of good looking colors to choose from (a standout feature in a sea of black and white fat bikes).

The Aventure ships as a Class 2 e-bike, but like most of the bikes on this list it’s easily convertible to Class 3, which gives it a top pedal-assisted speed of 28 mph. We’ve tested and even compared this bike head-to-head against some of its biggest competitors>, and the results don’t lie: It’s a new breed of affordable electric fat bike.

To put it short, we’re really big fans of the Aventure and we think you would be too.

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We’ve long been fans of Rad Power Bikes’ RadRover line and many e-bikes on this list owe some thanks to the Rover for helping popularize fat tires into the mainstream. While there was plenty to appreciate with past iterations of the Rover, the RadRover 6 Plus is a marked upgrade over its predecessors in such a way that it demands to be seriously considered among anybody’s list for the best electric fat tire bikes.

There is a noticeable aesthetic overhaul compared to previous models that is largely credited to the new semi-integrated battery housed in a more modern, angular frame. There is also a unique dual display in the center and left of the cockpit that’s functional and just plain different.

But looks aren’t all that’s new here. Rad also added hydraulic disc brakes with 180mm rotors to bolster the stopping power and keep riders more in control when needing to come to a stop.

In a category of e-bike that’s often singularly-focused on speed and raw power, the Rad Power Bikes RadRover 6 Plus takes a different, more measured approach. It’s got a 750W rear hub motor that’s very similar to what you’ll find on many other bikes on this list, but the power delivery from that motor is much more gentle, particularly at low speeds. What this does is give the bike a very predictable and controllable power delivery that’s friendly to new riders or those who want a bike that’s easy to ride, all while still being plenty torquey to help you summit hilly areas.

If you want easily-controllable power from a bike that’s backed by an industry-leading e-bike company, the RadRover 6 plus may be the best choice for you.

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The three F’s of the Lectric XP 2.0: It’s fun, it’s fat, it folds. The fact that you can have all of that for around a thousand bucks makes it a highly appealing standout on this list of the best electric fat bikes.

Fat tires aren’t reserved solely for large behemoth bikes. The Lectric XP 2.0 is living proof that a smaller or average-sized e-bike can provide lots of fun when equipped with fatter tires. The 20” X 3” fat tires on the Lectric XP 2.0 provide good use in on and light off-road situations, with enough tire width to help out a little more in corners and at higher e-bike speeds.

The 500W motor can deliver a punch and helps you zip around town or on a trail. The fact that it can fold down and fit in most any trunk means it has a lot of appeal for those not wanting to buy a bike rack as you can stow it away and head to new areas to explore.

And even with the entry-level pricing of the XP 2.0 it still comes impressively equipped. It has fenders and a rear rack for commutes, and a thick saddle and suspension fork for comfier cruises.

The EBR team always keeps our eyes open to what people are riding out in the wild, and there might not be an e-bike we’ve seen more in our corner of South West Utah than the Lectric XP and XP 2.0. From RVers to commuters, and retirees to college kids, many different people have gravitated towards the Lectric brand and found something to love on the XP 2.0.

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If any bike on this list has earned a cult following, it’s the Himiway Cruiser.

Loved for its sheer power and massive 840Wh battery, the Cruiser is the brute of the fat-tire e-bike category. While many 750W bikes curb power at low speeds (like when you’re starting from a stop) and roll it on as you accelerate, the Himiway seemingly gives you access to all 750W from the gun. If you’re looking for speed, this bike is a lot of fun.

Backing up that power is a larger-than-average 840Wh battery that gives this bike a great range on a single charge. To be clear: you can find larger batteries on other fat tire e-bikes. Heck, some even have dual battery setups. But most of those larger standard batteries will run the price of the bike over $2,000, so the Cruiser hits a sweet spot for us in terms of value and providing long rides. Our Max PAS range test yielded a 44 mile ride before the battery gave out which is a pretty impressive number.

The Cruiser also comes spec’d with a Shimano Altus drivetrain, Tektro Aires mechanical brakes and a fender and light package that’s comparable to other bikes in this category. It does also come stock with a rear rack, which is a nice feature if you’re looking to lug some cargo, and it’s backed up by a 2-year warranty.

Like most others, this bike ships as a Class 2 e-bike but can easily be adjusted to Class 3. If you’re in the market for a rocket ship of an e-bike the Himiway Cruiser might be worth a look.

While there are plenty of ways that e-bikes enhance everyday lives, they have some serious advantages that change the game for hunters and outdoorspeople. Having a bike that can haul a hunter, gear, move quickly and relatively quietly, all without leaving a scent trail can drastically change your hunting experience for the better. But the best hunting e-bike of the bunch has to be the QuietKat Apex.

To be a true hunting e-bike you need much more than just a camo paint job option (which, yes, it has that option). You need to really nail the bike specs, and you need a host of accessory options. QuietKat made sure to deliver on both.

The Apex spec sheet has just about everything you’d put on your wishlist: an efficient 750W mid-drive motor (with 1000W upgrade option), 768Wh battery, four-piston Tektro hydraulic disc brakes, 150mm inverted air-suspension fork (one of the sturdier options you’ll find anywhere), all-terrain 26” X 4.5” Kenda Juggernaut tires, included rear rack for bags and gear, and a payload capacity of 325 lbs.

And while that package is providing a lot of bike, the accessories list is where you really see QuietKat’s history of designing bikes for the hunting crowd. There are single-wheel trailer options for hauling more gear, and a two-wheel trailer for hauling game. Do you want a handlebar mount for taking your bow? They’ve got that. Planning on spending multiple days out in the wild? They have a portable solar charger to keep your battery juiced. That is all just scratching the surface, there is no shortage of options for how you can customize the Apex to your hunting preferences

It’s a premium e-bike offering for sure, so don’t expect to have everything mentioned above for cheap, but if you’re ready to enhance your hunting experience with an e-bike then take a heard look at the QuietKat Apex.

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Fresh off wrapping up our review of the Aventon Sinch, we were quite taken with this recent redesign and knew it had earned a spot on the list of 2022’s best fat tire e-bikes.

Aventon’s Sinch is one of the more accessible e-bikes you’ll find on the fat tire market. The low stepover height of the frame and 20” diameter wheels don’t make it as intimidating for smaller riders to try out compared to many beefier fat tire bikes, but even 6’ riders will find joy on this bike too. The fact that it folds down and can be tossed in the back of most vehicles is a serious bonus.

We’re always hesitant to list aesthetic reasons for consideration on a best list as it’s easily the most subjective thing that varies from person to person, but both the green and red frames paired with the tan wall tires help the bike pop without being too flashy so you’ll have pride in riding around on a good looking bike.

But on e-bikes we know that looks fade while performance sustains and we like what the Sinch has under the hood as well. The 500W motor and 672Wh battery pair well to deliver 30-50 miles of range, the 20” X 4” fat tires are versatile enough for fire roads and paved riding alike, and the 45mm RST fork is sturdy while helping absorb some road vibration.

Now since this one is taking home the prize for best folding fat bike let’s talk about the frame. Its overall construction is solid, and the miles we’ve logged on the Sinch have given us no concerns about the hinge that connects the front and rear half of the bike. Sometimes we see a little more flex there than we like, but that’s not been the case so far. The fact that this feels like a full-sized bike, but is capable of being fairly compact if you need to tuck it away in a corner will be a huge plus for many riders.

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While fat tire e-bikes are often used on offroad trails, we don’t typically consider fat bikes to be eMTBs or even true trail bikes. We typically consider them to be paved trail riders with some off-road capability. However, the Surface604 Boar Explorer is one of the few exceptions to that rule and would be hard not to include as a worthy trail-style bike.

The Boar Explorer feels truly dialed in for trails. At around 50lbs, it’s much lighter than most other bikes on this list, and the 500W motor isn’t overwhelmingly powerful but delivers speed in deliberate and meaningful weighs via the equipped torque sensor on this bike. Having that torque sensor on this bike made a huge difference in feeling like it could be relied upon for consistent off-road use.

The Boar Explorer comes stock with a rigid fork and while many people clamor for the option to have a fork with suspension, it feels like the right choice on this bike. The fork has scalpel-like precision when it comes to handling and the huge Maxxis Colossus 4.5” tires are cushy enough to help smooth out your ride.

When you add in the crisp Shimano Alvio 9-speed drivetrain, and good performing Tektro Auriga dual-piston hydraulic disc brakes and you have a well-stocked package that will have you exploring out in the backcountry in comfort and control.

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Many of the bikes featured on this list of the best fat tire electric bikes were seemingly built with a “bigger is better” mindset. The RadMini 4 bucks the trend.

The RadMini features a lot of tried and true componentry delivered on a frame that is accessible enough for people 4’10” (on the step-thru frame) up to 6’2” (on the standard frame) to enjoy. Having that wide of a range will help shorter riders feel at ease and enable more to join the fat tire crowd without having to saddle up with a bike that may feel overly large and intimidating.

The bike has a peppy 750W motor that rides around quite well on the 20” X 3” tires. The tread pattern isn’t as aggressive as we typically see on fat tires, which makes it roll quite well on the paved trails it was built for, and it also handles pretty well as the wider tire base helps you lean in on corners.

The handling is fairly nimble, and the shifting and braking are reliable. It all adds up to be a comfortable package that most any rider of any height can enjoy.

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Few bikes feel at home off-road quite like the QuietKat Jeep.

All-terrain e-bikes are something of a new category that’s emerging as more companies are equipping ultra-powerful motors on full-suspension frames with larger tires. These bikes often borrow from some of the best mountain bike componentry with sturdier suspension, and crisp shifting. These bikes are capable of handling double track, fire roads, 4X4 trails, and more – we often describe it as riding something akin to a light-duty dirt bike.

These all-terrain bikes when done right are seriously fun for exploring wilder terrain, and the QuietKat Jeep takes the crown for the best we’ve ridden around on.

The complementary package is impressive: 750 or 1,000W Bafang Ultra mid-drive motor, Tektro Dorado four-piston hydraulic disc brakes, a reliable Sram 9-speed groupset, and a 150mm GT MRK inverted fork. All of it rolls around on humongous 4.8” CST RolyPoly tires that will roll over almost anything in its path.

The seemingly endless possibilities of where you can go and what you can do on the QuietKat Jeep is what made it the best electric fat tire bike for off-roading in our minds.

The hunting, trail-ready, and all-terrain e-bikes are exceptions to that statement, but by and large, your average fat-tire e-bike rider probably isn’t picturing slop, sand and snow as their ideal day out on the bike. Most of these bikes will live their lives putting in miles on paved paths, gravel roads and maybe some very light-duty trails.

So why choose fat tires over a traditional bicycle tire? The answer is simple: Because they feel more stable and are more confidence inspiring, especially to newer riders or those venturing off-road for the first time.

E-bikes have made bicycles far more accessible and appealing to people who before never thought of swinging a leg over a human-powered machine, and that’s a wonderful thing. But these new bike riders have lots of questions and maybe even reservations about traction, capability and whether or not they’ve got enough contact with the ground to keep themselves tire-side-down in corners or under hard braking. Fat tires help with that.

Sure, there’s a whole contingent of outdoorspeople who have very real concerns about floatation and traction, and many companies have delivered bikes that’ll romp through the backcountry with abandon. But by and large, your average fat e-bike rider just wants to feel secure on their bike. Or, if we’re being totally honest, they just think the big tires look really cool (we do too).

Whether you’re a backcountry enthusiast, a rider looking for the feeling of stability or a person who just thinks the big tires look cool, there is something for you here on this list of the best fat tire electric bikes.