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Fat-tire folding ebikes aim for smooth riding with triple-suspension

Fat-tire folding ebikes aim for smooth riding with triple-suspension
Each of the three X-Series ebikes features a suspension fork, mechanical mid shock and two air shocks at the back
Each of the three X-Series ebikes features a suspension fork, mechanical mid shock and two air shocks at the back
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Each of the three X-Series ebikes features a suspension fork, mechanical mid shock and two air shocks at the back
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Each of the three X-Series ebikes features a suspension fork, mechanical mid shock and two air shocks at the back
The X26 powers through off-road adventures courtesy of a 1,200-W peak motor and 93-mile dual-battery configuration
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The X26 powers through off-road adventures courtesy of a 1,200-W peak motor and 93-mile dual-battery configuration
Like its X-Series siblings, the X24 comes with integrated lighting, hydraulic disc brakes and an 8-speed Shimano gearset
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Like its X-Series siblings, the X24 comes with integrated lighting, hydraulic disc brakes and an 8-speed Shimano gearset
The X20 comes with a 750-W hub motor, dual batteries, triple suspension and folds down for between-ride transport
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The X20 comes with a 750-W hub motor, dual batteries, triple suspension and folds down for between-ride transport
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Chinese e-mobility company Engwe has launched the smooth-riding X-Series folding ebikes, which feature a smooth-riding triple-suspension system, powerful motors, and dual batteries for up to 93 miles of per-charge adventures.

The X-Series rolls out as the X26 (which was the subject of an Indiegogo last year), X24 and X20 models – each boasting a suspension fork, mid-mount air shock and dual coil spring shocks to the rear for maximum squish on road, dirt trails and beyond.

The X26 and X24 ebikes feature pretty much the same specs, with the only appreciable difference being wheel/tire size – the X26 rolling with a 26-inch fat tire while the X24 rides with a 24-incher.

They each come with a 1,000-W hub motor that peaks at 1,200 watts, produces 70 Nm (52 lb.ft) of torque and enables top speeds of up to 31 mph (50 km/h). The dual-battery configuration shapes up with a 921.6-Wh main pack and a 480-Wh secondary unit for up to 93 miles (150 km) of per-charge riding. The combination is reported to power the ebikes up 30% inclines.

The X26 powers through off-road adventures courtesy of a 1,200-W peak motor and 93-mile dual-battery configuration
The X26 powers through off-road adventures courtesy of a 1,200-W peak motor and 93-mile dual-battery configuration

The X20's hub motor drops down to 750 W (1,000 W peak) for 65 Nm (48 lb.ft) of torque but the same top speed. The main battery has a capacity of 691.2 Wh with the secondary unit offering 374.4 Wh. As you may have guessed, the wheel size for this one is 20 inches, and they each wear 4-inch fat tires.

All X-Series ebikes are built around a 6061 aluminum alloy folding frame with a maximum load capacity of 330 lb (150 kg). The X26 folds down to 43.3 x 28.3 x 47.2 in (110 x 72 x 120 cm), the X24 to 41.7 x 29.1 x 42.1 in (106 x 74 x 107 cm) and the X20 to 40.5 x 26.7 x 31.1 in (103 x 68 x 79 cm).

They each sport an 8-speed Shimano gearset for flexible ride options, hydraulic disc brakes for stopping power, and an integrated LED headlight plus a tail-light with signaling for daytime visibility and after-dark riding.

The X26 is currently listed for pre-order at US$1,899.99, the X24 can be had for $1,799.99 and the X20 comes in at $1,599.99. The video below has more.

ENGWE X Series (US)

Product page: Engwe X-Series

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3 comments
3 comments
nick101
I could have swore I saw the guys eyes bug out when he lifted the bike out of the car! That has to be one heavy bike!
IvanWashington
i bet it rides like a cadillac over the bumps. for that amount of moolah it had better.
George
Got one via Indiegogo last year. Great eBike, goes like stink and up any hill, but now it's on general release a) they've linked the batteries for concurrent charge/discharge and b) they've added a charging-socket for the secondary (top) battery. Grrrrr - on mine they're treated separately - you charge the main one via seatpost, you >have to remove< the secondary to charge (no frame-socket). But I live with it - specs change/improve. It's a heavy beast - 96lbs / 44kg - folding function (whatever they claim) is only to access the secondary battery ! Forget about carrying it up stairs / on-off buses / in-out of car. However triple suspension + fat tyres + gel saddle = bumps...what bumps ?!