Testers praise the F4's smooth ride quality, highlighting the plush, adjustable full suspension.
Experts enjoy the upright riding position.
The angle of the BMX-style handlebars can be adjusted, and testers appreciate the space for mounting accessories.
The F4's 400lb payload capacity is slightly above average for cargo e-bikes.
This bike comes with a large cargo rack and basket, a headlight, a bottle cage, passenger pegs, and fenders.
The F4 arrives almost fully assembled, and testers say the final steps are easy.

13 reasons not to buy

A 5'11" reviewer feels cramped despite the stated height range of 5’3” to 6’3”. NAKTO formerly suggested rider heights up to 5’9”, and testers agree.
The fixed seat means prevents most riders from getting proper leg extension while pedaling.
A tester hauling 100lb of cargo feels the bike is unstable while climbing or descending.
One reviewer says power delivery is jerky when using pedal assist.
Testers say the mechanical disc brakes lack power, and they shudder when stopping from high speeds.
The F4 doesn't have a taillight.
NAKTO states an unlocked top speed of 28mph, but experts fail to exceed 24mph with the throttle or PAS.
Reviewers experience ghost pedaling past 20mph.
A reviewer complains of pedal strikes when leaning the bike just 10 to 15° on flat pavement.
NAKTO doesn't provide any information on suspension setup.
Three test bikes arrive with scratched or damaged batteries, one with a scratched frame, and two with broken bottle cages.
One test bike’s battery has a defective power switch and a broken power indicator LED.
A reviewer's motor shuts off inexplicably during a test ride.

Bottom line

The NAKTO F4 is a moped-style cargo e-bike with fat tires, a 750W motor, and a large 960Wh battery. The smooth ride and comfortable upright riding position impress testers who fall into a narrow height range of around 5'3" to 5'9". The F4 has a large cargo basket and 400lb capacity, but the bike feels wobbly when loaded with heavy cargo. Other issues include jerky power delivery, inconsistent power distribution, weak brakes, pedal strikes, and ghost pedaling. Additionally, the majority of test bikes arrive damaged. Overall, NAKTO's F4 has far too many issues to be recommended. Instead, consider the Aventon Abound LR or Lectric XPedition 2.0.

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Chris Crossed

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NAKTO F4 Is a Fun Little Utility E-Bike

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Despite being on the slower side in terms of speed, I had fun throttling around my local streets with it. The price tag is a bit high for my tastes, especially with the lack of hydraulic brakes.

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NAKTO F4 Cargo Electric Bike Comprehensive Review

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NAKTO bikes are more in the budget category, so they’re not as powerful, but they’re fun to ride… if you like to use the throttle only uphill, this is not the one you want to pick.

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The Perfect Delivery E-Bike on a Budget? | NAKTO F4 Cargo E-Bike Review

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When you’re going to probably be putting a bunch of weight up here, it’s nice that the bike is already kind of low to the ground. The problem that we were running into, quite literally, was the ground.

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