As a full-suspension fat-tire folding e-bike with a step-thru frame, the Ranger 3.0 Pro offers a comfortable, customizable, accessible, and confident user experience.
As e-bike brands grow and evolve, we expect that their new models will reflect this development. The Ranger 3.0 Pro, like its sibling in Heybike’s X-Series of fat tire folding e-bikes, the Mars 3.0, is an excellent example of the brand’s progress.
Not only does the bike look sharper while maintaining a similar aesthetic to the last-gen Ranger S, it’s better equipped with features that, at least in theory, should improve its overall performance, comfort level, and overall ride feel.
One of the bike’s most obvious upgrades is its rear suspension. Previously reserved for the Horizon, a costlier, duo-tone version of the old Ranger S, Heybike has merged the two aging models to create a refreshed, visually appealing, and affordably-priced folding e-bike with a smooth ride and a long list of impressive specs.
For example, the bike boasts a 750W hub motor that can propel it up to 28 mph and a 48V, 720 watt-hour (Wh) battery with an estimated range of up to 90 miles. It’s also loaded with hydraulic disc brakes with uncommonly-thick 2.3mm rotors, an 8-speed drivetrain, and a cargo rack that can carry up to 100 lbs.
Some of the bike’s most attractive features include a torque sensor, which allows its motor to adapt its power output to how the rider pedals, Bluetooth connectivity that allows it to pair with the Heybike app, and front and rear turn signals for added safety. At the time of writing, it’s also available in a limited edition Miami Vice-inspired tri-color paint job.
But how does the bike perform in the real world? That’s the question we set out to answer in this review. After all, even the best list of specs and features doesn’t mean that a bike is practical or enjoyable to ride.
We were impressed with the Ranger 3.0 Pro on paper, but we tested its range, climbing power, braking performance, and speed to determine if it’s worth your purchase, or if you’d be better off with another of the dozens of similar e-bikes on the market. See our full review below to find our verdict.
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