The Hopper comes with lights, fenders, running boards, wheel guards, the Hooptie modular cage system, a 55lb-rated front rack, and a rear rack that can carry 242lb.
The ability to stand this bike up on the rear rack gives it a very small footprint when stored.
One tester climbs an 8.2% grade with two toddlers aboard, using only the throttle.
Reviewers say the SR SUNTOUR Mobie A32 suspension fork gives a comfortable ride.
Reviewers are impressed by how easy they find the Hopper to operate and maneuver, despite its size and weight.
The low, 22.5" standover height, the BMX bars' fore/aft adjustment range, and the telescoping dropper post enhance this bike's accessibility and utility for riders of different sizes.
A tester applauds how stable this bike is when carrying children on the back.
Experts appreciate the sturdy, easy-to-use center stand when loading cargo.
A tester finds cruising at 14–17mph using pedal assist to be effortless.
The hydraulic disc brakes with 180mm rotors stop well in testing.
A reviewer savors the responsive pedal assistance.
Xtracycle offers multiple delivery and assembly options.

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One tester bemoans the underpowered pedal assist, especially climbing hills with cargo, while another struggles to pedal hard enough to reach 28mph in Class 3 setting, making the lack of torque-sensor adjustment a notable omission.
Xtracycle markets this bike as being able to carry 500lb, but the payload limit is actually only 400lb.
Experts lament the small, basic display and lack of options to tune power or speed, especially at this price point.
Reviewers bemoan the two-second throttle lag. Xtracycle claims this is a safety feature.
The wheel guards block visibility of the taillight from the sides, reducing safety at night.
The seat post dropper lever is inconveniently located under the seat.

Bottom line

Xtracycle's Hopper is a “mid-tail” cargo e-bike with a 750W motor and 720Wh battery. Reviewers praise the responsive PAS, good rider accessibility, and smooth, stable ride. The included accessories and small storage footprint also impress. The throttle provides good power, but suffers from a 2-second delay, which Xtracycle calls a feature. True payload capacity is a middling 400lb, not the stated 500lb. Pedal-assist power is underwhelming, especially above 17mph, and cannot be adjusted. The dropper lever is annoyingly located under the seat. Despite the Hopper's various failings, reviewers still consider it a worthy entry-level cargo e-bike.

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