Name: Swagtron Swagcycle EB5
Brand: Swagtron
Availability: InStock
Rating: 80 (697 reviews)

80/100

BikeRide Score

Users (695 ratings)

Experts (2 reviews)

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Facts

Gender

Men, Women

Type

Commuter, Electric, Folding, Seniors

Release Year

2020

Brand

Swagtron

Charge Time

4 Hours

Maximum Range

16 Miles

Top Speed

15.5 mph

Watts

250 W

Volts and Amp Hours

36V 7.8Ah

Class

Drive

Wheel Size

Number of Gears

Gearing Type

Weight

37.0 lb

Suspension

None

Brake Type

Rim: V-Brake

Frame Material

Aluminum

Summary of Reviews

We have read all expert and user reviews on the Swagtron Swagcycle EB5. In summary, this is what cyclists think.

10 reasons to buy

The EB5 was said to be comfortable on long-distance rides.

Speeds up to 12.5mph were attainable.

The EB5’s battery lasted up to 15 miles per charge.

This e-bike folded up to fit in a car boot.

Highly adjustable handlebars impressed users.

Riders up to 235lbs were happy with the EB5.

Users found it suitable for camping and RVs.

Construction of the EB5 was said to be sturdy

The EB5 arrives almost completely assembled.

Folding and unfolding was simple and straightforward.

13 reasons not to buy

The EB5’s battery is built-in and irreplaceable.

Battery life decreased to a 1.3mi range, after one year of use.

A weight limit of 264lbs disappointed bigger riders.

The EB5’s kickstand spring interfered with folding.

This e-bike struggled on hills.

The battery indicator fluctuates and shows three bars on empty.

The EB5 doesn’t use keys and can be turned on by anyone.

Both experts and users experienced a maximum 12.5 mph range.

Customer service disappointed a number of owners.

Under pedal-assist, a 6mi range was reported by one expert.

Owners found the unpowered EB5 difficult and heavy to pedal.

Riders were limited by a lack of gears and a single power-assist setting.

The EB5 does not come equipped with lights.

Bottom line

Swagtron’s EB5 is a simple e-bike with basic options. A number of reviewers knew that it lacked features of other, more refined models. However, they were satisfied with their value for money. Battery life was depleted after a number of months. Swagtron have described the EB5 as their “campus cruiser”. It seems best suited to short, flat distances.