NAKTO Camel

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Facts

Gender
Release Year
Brand
Charge Time
5.2 Hours
Maximum Range
20 Miles
Top Speed
20 mph
Watts
250 W
Volts and Amp Hours
36V 10Ah
Class
Drive
Wheel Size
Number of Gears
Gearing Type
Weight
68.00 lb
Suspension
Brake Type
Frame Material

Summary of Reviews

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

17 reasons to buy

  • The Camel’s low price was described as ‘amazing’.
  • Battery life was described as being adequate for all-day rides.
  • Camels easily reached the 20mph e-bike speed limit, or 28mph with assist.
  • Overall range delighted numerous buyers.
  • The drum / v-brake setup was described as ‘excellent’.
  • The waterproof battery casing proved a boon for winter riders.
  • This hefty rig was frequently deemed to be ‘solid’.
  • Owners said the Camel delivered a smooth, comfortable ride.
  • More than one buyer found it easy to assemble.
  • Men appreciated the black-metal basket.
  • Some riders found this bike easy to pedal.
  • One owner reported true wheels with tightened spokes.
  • Customer service has been called “responsive”, “precise” and “friendly”.
  • Buyers said the included horn was satisfyingly loud.
  • An integrated headlight pleased purchasers.
  • Extras (horn, light, lock, bell, basket, rack & fenders) were appreciated.
  • Packaging was lauded.

12 reasons not to buy

  • The Camel is a heavy beast, and difficult to pedal unpowered.
  • The Camel blew a fuse on a reviewer’s test ride, when climbing a steep hill.
  • One reviewer and a few owners said the Camel could not power up steep hills.
  • More than one new Camel arrived missing vital components.
  • One owner’s battery wouldn’t charge from new.
  • Two owners had charging issues, even after seeking mechanical assistance.
  • Headlights loosened for more than one buyer.
  • Water damaged the motor, in heavy rain.
  • Assembly was challenging for some owners.
  • One owner reported that their battery died after 2 months use.
  • An owner found that Assist ceased functioning with less than 1/3 battery.
  • Customer service was said to be unresponsive at replacing faulty parts.

Bottom line

The NAKTO Camel presents a bargain-basement option in the ‘entry-level full-size e-bike’ category. At this price, you get a beast of burden, ready-shod with a basket, rack, fenders and other goodies. It seems to have no trouble reaching the state-sanctioned 20mph e-bike speed limit. A reviewer described the suspension fork as ‘cheap’ but ‘acceptable’, saying that it coped with city streets. Riders will need it to soften the impact of 68lbs of e-bike hitting city potholes. It isn’t terrible, but it isn’t high-end. Most buyers received a functioning e-bike - but at this price, for a few - it was a lottery.

Expert Reviews

0/100 based on 0 rated expert reviews

Reviewing a [Low Cost] Amazon Electric Bicycle: Can You Really E-Bike on the Cheap?

Ultimately, the bike worked just fine as a typical, flat land city bike… if you go with the Nakto, do it because you are on a budget… Don’t do it because you expect something of great quality. .. This bike is the definition of mediocrity, but sometimes a mediocre bike is all anyone wants or needs.

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User Ratings

89/100 based on 55 ratings
  • 5 star
    73%
  • 4 star
    16%
  • 3 star
    2%
  • 2 star
    0%
  • 1 star
    9%

Rankings

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#443 Best of All Bikes
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