The Lectric Xpeak off-road electric bike. Photo: Steve Andrews//The Inertia
It’s hard to go anywhere these days without seeing someone on an electric bike. This is not without good reason. Ebikes are an economical way to get around without needing to hit up the gas pump. And while cycling purists might disagree, you can still get decent exercise on one if you so choose. But oftentimes, even fat-tire electric bikes are limited to roads due to smaller wheels without much tread. Suspension (or lack thereof) is also an issue when riding off-pavement, making what could be an exhilarating ride turn into an exercise in bumpy frustration.
There are plenty of off-road electric bikes to choose from, and even trail-ready mountain bikes that come with a motor. But the problem here is in price, and the cost often climbs far above most people’s budgets. That’s why after getting to test out Lectric’s new Xpeak Ebike ($2,126 list, $1,399 sale price), I got excited with the prospect that many people will be able to afford something that can handle all types of terrain but costs less than many others with similar features. The bottom line? While it’s not a super high-performance off-road bike, it could handle quite a lot I threw at it without letting up. Let’s look a bit further into why this bike just may be the electric bike you’ve been looking for, and for more options, here’s our guide to The Best Fat-Tire Electric Bikes.
Lectric Xpeak: First Impressions
| Pros | Cons |
| Affordable | Smaller suspension |
| Powerful motor | Headlight is in an awkward place |
| Full-size wheels with fat tires | Display lacks features |
Payload: 330 lb
Range: 20-55 miles (depending on PAS level)
Class: 1, 2, 3
The Lectric Xpeak arrived mostly assembled in a large box. The first thing I noticed when opening it up was the lack of plastic packaging. This is a huge win for an industry notorious for wasteful packaging. Most of the padding is cardboard and paper, which of course means it’s recyclable. That is a big plus for consumers wanting to offer less impact to the environment in their purchasing.
The assembly directions were easy enough to follow, and the bike was fully operational in a matter of minutes. You just need to assemble the pedals, front wheel and fender, and it’s ready to go. Being that it came shipped partially charged, it was time to ride.
As soon as I got out on the bike, the first thing I noticed was how smooth the ride is on uneven terrain. The large fat tires and front suspension can tackle the bumps of a dirt road with no worries, and as soon as I took it even further off-road, I could tell that this bike would be fun in the mountains. Even steep inclines were a breeze to ride up, and I rarely felt any jitters from the undulating terrain. It quickly became clear that this bike is happy going places where less-capable ebikes seem to falter.
Arriving in mostly cardboard packaging, it’s clear that Lectric walks the walk when taking steps towards sustainability. Photo: Steve Andrews//The Inertia
Notable Features of the Lectric Xpeak
The big selling point for the Lectric Xpeak compared to others in its class is the motor. At 750W, it’s in the sweet spot for power, but can handle over 1300W peak if you need a bit of extra juice for a big hill. I could feel it really engage as I took it up steep inclines, and while it does end up affecting the range, it’s a welcome treat to get where you need to go faster. That extra juice never felt jolt-y or overpowering, but on tough hills the extra power is certainly noticeable.
The components, while not quite top-of-the-line in comparison to higher-priced ebikes on the market, were enough to see that Lectric cares about the finer details. Hydraulic disc brakes come in handy, especially with a heavier e-bike, and the stopping power that they provide was certainly appreciated on this bike. Another nice component of the bike is the RST Renegade fork. At 80mm of travel, it’s not the beefiest suspension out there, but it’s not some cheap knockoff that will fall apart within a year. I took the bike over several small logs without getting bucked, so it’s safe to say that the fork (along with the large wheels) did its job here.
The price is another point to mention. While the bike has a list price of $2,126 (a bit higher than the price-point of similar ebikes such as the Aventon Aventure.2 ($1,799) or the Ride1Up Rift ($1,795), we have yet to see it on the Lectric website for any more than the sale price of $1,399, which feels like a steal given the features and quality it provides. Similar to other bikes in its class, the Lectric Xpeak is offered in both a step-over and a step-through version, with the step-through being a great option for smaller-framed riders or city users who will be using the bike for groceries and other errands.
Zooming along. Photo: Lindsay Gough//The Inertia
Drawbacks
The Xpeak is a large bike. It’s meant for handling all sorts of terrain, and with that, you have a burly bike to deal with. As such, it’s probably not the best choice for city-only riding. That’s not to say it can’t handle well in an urban setting, but there are other bikes more well-suited for an urban environment that fold up, have a smaller frame, etc. With this bike, the biggest issue is transporting it to the trail if you don’t live close – in which case you’ll need a vehicle that can transport it. You won’t be taking this bike around in a Honda Civic, sorry to say. It’ll need an SUV, truck, or a bike rack strong enough to handle the 67 pounds it weighs to get this bike around.
The display is also fairly rudimentary. It does offer what you need such as the speed and battery life, but you won’t find advanced features that are in other more premium bikes such as trip logging and added security features. You’ll have to decide if the lower cost is worth it to not have those extras. I did notice that when engaging the motor up long hills, the battery meter went down significantly, but came back up on level ground. This isn’t necessarily a drawback, but something to be mindful of so you don’t let the battery indicator make you turn around prematurely. Ultimately it’ll take a few rides to really get to know the range, and factor in the amount of pedal assist needed to get you where you need to go.
Where we’re going, we don’t need roads. Photo: Lindsay Gough//The Inertia
Final Thoughts
The Lectric Xpeak is a fun electric bike that can handle basically anything that I threw at it. I didn’t take it on true downhill mountain bike trails, and might be cautious doing so since it lacks rear suspension. But for fun off-road trails it could handle pretty much everything I tested it on – which says a lot considering I was testing it on the backroads and trails of the Coast Mountains in British Columbia. If you’re looking for a fun, affordable ebike that can handle rough terrain, and is well-constructed to handle plenty of use and abuse, this is a great ebike that clocks in at a surprisingly low price.
Editor’s Note: To see how this bike stacks up to the competition, check out our guide to The Best Fat Tire Electric Bikes. For more gear reviews and features on The Inertia, click here.
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