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XP Lite2

Students, RV owners, and first-time riders who want America's cheapest credible folding ebike, now with hydraulic brakes at $799.

Lectric XP Lite2 folding electric bike in Arctic White. Image via Lectric eBikes.

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Strengths

  • $799 with hydraulic disc brakes and a UL-certified battery, unmatched entry price from a major brand.
  • 49 lbs and folds, the lightest bike Lectric makes.
  • Long-range 672Wh option claims up to 80 miles for $999 with an accessory bundle.
  • Belt-drive variant at $899 is near-zero-maintenance.
  • Ships fully assembled; 4.9 stars across 1,856 reviews.

Weaknesses

  • 300W motor is modest, hills demand pedaling effort.
  • Single-speed drivetrain limits unassisted riding.
  • No suspension; 20-inch wheels transmit road chatter.

Specs

Top Speed Mph
20
Range Miles
45
Motor Watts
300
Battery Wh
375
Weight Lbs
49
Max Rider Weight Lbs
275
Classification
Class 2
Throttle
Yes
Brakes
Hydraulic disc, 180mm
Tire Size
20 x 2.5 in with puncture protection
Foldable
Yes
Ul Certified
UL 2271

Sources

Every claim in this guide that isn't first-person experience is traceable to one of the sources below. URLs verified at publication; some may rot. Let us know if so.

  1. XP Lite series collection pageLectric eBikesLive $799/$999 prices and specs.
  2. Lectric XP Lite 2.0 ReviewElectric Bike ReportSpec verification: 300W/819W peak, hydraulic brakes.
  3. Lectric price cuts coverageElectrekPrice-floor corroboration.
By Max Langley·