Best Micro Ebike
Jackrabbit Bike
The next big trend in electric bikes is micro-mobility, which refers to tiny personal vehicles. Tiny bikes are more affordable, easier to transport, and easier to store. And just like mini anything, really, they’re completely irresistible.
I’m testing several micro bikes right now, but the one I’d recommend at the moment is the Jackrabbit (7/10, WIRED Recommends). The bike weighs an astonishingly light 23 pounds, is simple to assemble out of the box, and can fold down to save even more space. It doesn’t have pedals, so you won’t hit yourself in the chin with your knees; instead, you toggle a thumb throttle to accelerate. My only caveat is that the tiny battery and motor aren’t very powerful. I’m only 120 pounds, and slamming on the throttle only gets me to about 10 mph. Also, the range is around 10 miles, which isn’t much compared to our other picks.
★ Alternative: If you want the convenience of a mini bike without looking so, er, comical, check out the Propella Mini ($999). Propella subbed in 20-inch wheels on a slightly smaller frame, so it feels more or less like a regular bike but fits more easily into the back of your car.