Lightweight electric bike picks: the lightest e-bikes we stock

What counts as lightweight for an electric bike

Most electric bikes weigh 50 to 80 pounds, and fat tire, cargo and moped-style models go well past that. The listed weights in our catalog run from 46.3 lb for the NANROBOT N1 20-Inch to 146.4 lbs for the Segway Xyber. In this guide, lightweight means about 55 lb or less.

That is still far heavier than a regular bicycle or a light electric scooter. The motor, battery and stronger frame all add weight. If you need something you can carry with one hand, an electric scooter may suit you better: our lightweight electric scooter picks start under 30 lb.

The lightest e-bikes we stock: under 55 lb

These are listed by weight, lightest first.

• NANROBOT N1 20-Inch, 46.3 lb: a folding commuter with 20 inch tires, triple suspension, a Shimano 7-speed and an adjustable seat and handlebar. NANROBOT lists about 25 mph, up to 40 miles with pedal assist and about 15.5 miles on the throttle, from a removable 48V 10.4Ah LG battery.
• Phantom P14, 46.6 lb: a folding bike with 14 inch wheels and a 350W motor, rated for 15 mph and up to 20 miles. It folds to 31.5 x 23.6 inches, has disc brakes and suspension front and rear, and lists UL 2849.
• Gyroor EB262, 49 lb: a 26 inch electric mountain bike with a 450W peak motor, a suspension fork and a removable 36V 7.8Ah battery hidden in the frame. It fits riders from 5 ft 1 in to 6 ft 2 in.
• Gyroor C33, 50 lb: a 14 inch folder with a 450W motor (700W peak), three riding modes and a 265 lb maximum load. Gyroor lists UL 2849 for the bike and UL 2271 for the battery.
• Hiboy C1, 50.1 lb: a 14 inch folder with a 350W motor (648W peak), front suspension and a sprung seat. The battery comes out for charging indoors.
• Speedway Riders Q3, 53 lbs: a 20 x 4.0 inch fat tire bike with a 750W motor and a removable 48V 20Ah battery (960Wh), plus hydraulic disc brakes front and rear and a Shimano 7-speed.
• Gyroor EB263, 54.9 lbs: the EB262’s bigger sibling, with a 700W peak motor, a 48V 7.8Ah battery, fenders front and rear and a 375 lbs maximum load.

Maker figures, checked September 2026. Real range and speed depend on rider weight, terrain, temperature and riding mode.

A little heavier: 55 to 70 lb

Add a few pounds and you get more battery, bigger tires or more gears.

• Hiboy EX9, 59.5 lb: a city commuter with 26 x 2.5 inch tires, hydraulic disc brakes, a 330 lb maximum load and up to 62 miles with pedal assist.
• NANROBOT Q5, 61.7 lb: 27.5 inch all-terrain tires, a Shimano 9-speed and a removable 48V 13Ah battery.
• Hiboy P6, 65 lb: a class 3 fat tire bike on 26 x 4 inch tires.
• NANROBOT Q3, 66.1 lb: a folding fat tire bike on 20 x 4 inch tires.

Past 70 lb, you reach models like the folding Hiboy EX6F at 71.43 lb and the Segway MUXI and Myon at 72.75 lbs each. Those suit riders with ground floor storage or an elevator.

Folding options

Four of the six lightest e-bikes we stock fold: the NANROBOT N1, Phantom P14, Gyroor C33 and Hiboy C1, all at 50.1 lb or less. Folding does not cut the weight, but it makes a bike easier to fit in a trunk, a closet or a train.

The Teewing T20 takes a different route to a lighter ride: a carbon fiber frame and fork, a Gates carbon belt instead of a chain, a 250W rear hub motor with a torque sensor and a choice of 36V 7Ah or 9.6Ah battery. Teewing does not list a weight for it on our listing, so ask us if the number decides it for you.

Our guide to folding electric bikes covers folded sizes, latches and transit rules in detail.

What you give up for less weight

A lighter bike almost always carries less of something. Know which trade off you are making:

• A smaller battery. The Phantom P14, Gyroor EB262 and Hiboy C1 each use a 36V 7.8Ah battery, about 281Wh, and list 20 to 30 miles. The Hiboy EX9 carries about 557Wh and lists 62 miles. Our sibling guide to long range electric bikes shows the other end of the scale.
• Smaller wheels. 14 inch wheels fold small but feel bumps more. 20 and 26 inch wheels ride more smoothly and weigh more.
• A lower maximum load. The Hiboy C1 lists 230 lbs and the Speedway Riders Q3 220 lbs. The heavier Gyroor EB263 lists 375 lbs. Our guide to choosing an electric bike for heavy riders covers payload in detail.
• Less power and speed. The Phantom P14 tops out at 15 mph with a 350W motor, which suits short city trips more than fast commutes.
• Simpler brakes. The Gyroor EB262 and EB263 use mechanical disc brakes. The Q3 and EX9 list hydraulic discs.

The Speedway Riders Q3 is the exception on battery size. At 53 lbs it carries a 960Wh battery, larger than that of several far heavier bikes, and it lists 45 miles. Its trade offs are a 220 lbs maximum load and a rider height of 5 ft 6 in and up.

Light bikes with smaller motors also work harder on steep climbs. If your route is hilly, read our sibling guide to choosing an electric bike for hills.

Making any e-bike easier to carry

• Take the battery out first. The N1, EB262, EB263, C1 and Q3 all have removable batteries, and it is usually one of the heaviest single parts.
• Fold it before you lift, and check every latch is closed.
• Lift by the frame, close to the middle, not by the handlebar or seat, which can turn or slip.
• Roll it where you can. Many riders roll the bike on its rear wheel into an elevator rather than carry it.
• Check the rating of any car rack against the bike’s weight before you load it.

How to choose a lightweight electric bike

Start with where you will carry it, then pick the lightest bike that still covers your ride. For stairs or a train every day, look at the NANROBOT N1, Phantom P14, Gyroor C33 and Hiboy C1. For a light bike with a big battery, look at the Speedway Riders Q3. For light trails, look at the Gyroor EB262.

Using it mostly for commuting? Our guide to commuter electric bikes covers fenders, lights and racks. Browse every model in the electric bike shop. Every order ships free to the lower 48 states, you can split the cost with Pay in 4 at 0% APR or monthly payments with Affirm, and you have 14 days to return an order.

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