Name: Burchda U8
Brand: Burchda
Rating: 68 (2 reviews)

68/100

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Facts

Gender

Type

Release Year

Brand

Charge Time

11 Hours

Maximum Range

110 Miles

Top Speed

25 mph

Watts

500 W

Torque

75 Nm

Volts and Amp Hours

48V 31.5Ah

Class

Class 3

Drive

Hub-Drive

Wheel Size

20”

Number of Gears

Gearing Type

External Derailleur

Weight

81.5 lb

Suspension

Front

Brake Type

Disc: Mechanical

Frame Material

Aluminum

Summary of Reviews

We have read all expert and user reviews on the Burchda U8. In summary, this is what cyclists think.

5 reasons to buy

A 220lb reviewer gets 41.9 miles of range at 15.7mph using a mix of throttle and PAS 5.
A tester enjoys the comfortable, upright riding position.
The U8 comes with a headlight, a taillight, fenders, a front basket, a rear rack with a passenger seat, a phone mount, and a USB charging port.
The handlebar angle can be adjusted.
The step-through frame makes it easy to get on and off the U8.

10 reasons not to buy

A reviewer finds the U8 uncomfortable to ride over rough pavement, saying the suspension fork doesn't do much.
The U8 struggles on steep inclines, and throttle acceleration is slow.
The mechanical disc brakes (160mm rotors) deliver weak stopping power.
Reviewers complain that the headlight, battery, and fenders rattle, and one experiences the bike shutting off over a bump.
The throttle reaches a top speed of 25mph out of the box, making the bike illegal in most places.
The top speed can be customized in the display, but a tester finds that their bike ignores the limit.
At 81.5lb, the U8 is heavy.
Burchda doesn't provide footpegs for the rear passenger seat.
The 3A charger takes around 11 hours to charge the battery.
The IPX4 water resistance means the U8 shouldn’t be ridden in heavy rain.

Bottom line

The Burchda U8's impressive range is its only notable highlight. Testers appreciate the included accessories and the upright riding position, but the positives end there. The high weight, uncomfortable ride, poor climbing performance, and sluggish acceleration reduce the bike's appeal. Underspecced brakes and worrying rattles further add to its woes. Even at this budget price, the U8's drawbacks make it a poor choice.