Ecotric Tornado

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Facts

Gender
Release Year
Brand
Charge Time
8 Hours
Maximum Range
20 Miles
Top Speed
20 mph
Watts
750 W
Volts and Amp Hours
48V 12AH
Class
Drive
Wheel Size
Number of Gears
Gearing Type
Weight
62 lb
Suspension
Brake Type
Frame Material

Summary of Reviews

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

5 reasons to buy

  • An expert and owner say the Ecotric Tornado climbs hills with ease.
  • Reviewers describe the Tornado as a “fast,” “fun” ride.
  • According to one tester, the Tornado is a comfortable ride over bumpy roads.
  • One expert is “impressed” with the quality of the frame and how it holds up after one year of riding.
  • A buyer reports a quick and easy assembly process.

8 reasons not to buy

  • A tester notes a delay in pedal assist kicking in and a lag when cutting out.
  • The Ecotric Tornado is currently not UL-certified, contrary to the claim on Ecoric’s site.
  • One expert says the Tornado’s high weight causes instability on rough or technical descents off-road.
  • A tester feels the suspension fork isn’t suited to technical or rocky descents.
  • The fake leather handlebar grips aren’t grippy enough, according to one reviewer.
  • An expert complains of a bent brake rotor upon arrival.
  • The pre-installed kickstand leaves little room for clearing obstacles off-road.
  • A reviewer says the USB port seal is loose and ineffective.

Bottom line

The Ecotric Tornado is a full-suspension e-mountain bike. It garners positive feedback from owners and reviewers for its “impressive” speed, hill-climbing, and comfort. The full-suspension frame is marketed for trail riding, but a tester feels the high weight and low-end suspension fork limit performance on technical sections. Further complaints include laggy pedal assist and poor ground clearance due to the kickstand. The Tornado’s entry-level pricing makes it a worthy consideration as a starter electric mountain bike for light trails or comfortable urban rides. But buyers wanting true full-suspension e-MTB performance should consider increasing their budget.

Expert Reviews

72/100 based on 1 rated expert review
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ADDvancedGarage

The Cheapest Full-Suspension Mountain E-Bike Under [Price] Ecotric Tornado E-MTB

It does singletrack fine, it did the jumps, it didn’t break, and I had a ton of fun. I think the biggest flaw with it is when the throttle comes on it’s a little late and it stays on a little bit too long.

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GreenMotion Ebikes

Ecotric Tornado! | 750-Watt E-Bike!

… that was a lot of fun man; this thing is just a sweet, comfortable ride, you don’t feel a bump on the road.

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User Ratings

70/100 based on 2 ratings
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Rankings

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#314 Best Electric
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#110 Best Mountain
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#10 Best Ecotric Bike
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#683 Best of All Bikes
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