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This is the sixth folding electric bike I have ridden, so I am confident that if you want to shop within your budget, you should still pay between £1,500 and £2,000. There are some models under £1,000, but the models I have tried are almost impossible to ride.
Furo X sits in a stand under £2,000 with Volt Metro and Raleigh Stow-E-Way. They are folded twice by the hinge in the middle of the frame and the hinge on the head tube, so the handlebars fold down to the front wheel. All models are equipped with 20-inch wheels, 8 or 9 gears, a removable battery mounted on the seat tube, a switch-sensing motor, battery-driven integrated front and rear lights, and standard mudguards and luggage racks.
The Furo X is at the more expensive end of this price range at £1,799, or the "largest" version with a larger battery is £1,999. Compared with the 20 kg Volt Metro LS and Raleigh Stow-E-Way, the carbon fiber frame reduces the total weight to 15 kg, which justifies the additional cost.
Unfortunately, it does not take full advantage of this weight reduction effect. One of the two main reasons to buy a folding bicycle is a mixed commute—such as a combination of train and bicycle travel. If you lift the bike onto the train, the lighter it is, the better. But there is no way to fix the folded Furo X, so it will open when you carry it-which is a surprising oversight considering the attention to detail shown elsewhere on the bike.
This also means that it is too cumbersome to carry when shopping, so it is inconvenient to stand and run errands. On my test trip, I finally wish I brought a bike lock to park it outside.
Another key consideration for a folding bike is the size of the floor area, because storing it in a cabinet, hallway, or corner is a clear advantage for people who don’t have a garage. This is what makes the Brompton electric bike different. It is much smaller than the competition (although its cost is indeed much higher).
When the pedals are folded, Furo X is 750 mm long, 700 mm high, and 370 mm wide. In contrast, Brompton measures 585x565x270 mm, but its price is much higher. However, Furo X is smaller than competitors at the same price, which gives it an advantage. Volt is 830x760x460mm, and Raleigh is 880x800x440mm.
It is easy to fold and can be operated with only two hinges, and a seatpost can be unlocked and pushed down. There are also clear markings on the seatpost, so you can reset it every time.
The clips on the handlebars also impressed me, so you can rotate them forward or backward. Folding bicycles rarely provide this feature, but this is a small adjustment that can make the riding experience more comfortable.
The motor has a good impact, although I find that you can't put it under the highest level of assistance as usual. After you stop pedaling, the motor needs a beat to stop, so stepping on the gear when you stop will cause a sudden increase in speed (the brakes are always strong enough to allow me to stop safely, thank goodness). A few times I tried to start with the highest level of assistance, and the front wheels left the ground. The solution is to conveniently use the buttons on the display to switch the auxiliary level up and down through the left thumb. With a large number of gear shifts and tandem assist levels, you can easily and easily achieve a pleasant and smooth ride-but it requires more investment from the rider, which exceeds my expectations for an electric bike.
One of the distinguishing features of Furo X is the indicator light on the removable battery, which is located above the rear wheel of the seatpost. The two buttons on the right side of the handle allow you to turn the lights off and on. Like other electric bicycles with indicator lights I tried, it seemed like a good idea but it didn't meet expectations. It's easy to forget that they are there at first, and I don't expect other road users to pay attention to them. Then once you start using them, it's easy to forget to turn off the indicator light, because I found that the corresponding flashing lights on the handlebars are barely visible during the day. As I noticed later, if you strap anything to the luggage rack, it may also block the lights. Surprisingly, the indicator light does not drain the main battery-there is a small, independent charging point.
The front light and backlight do drain the battery, but I find the backlight is surprisingly dim. It also seemed to drain the battery faster than I expected.
Otherwise, the battery performance is very strong. I ridden the Furo X MAX, which offered a range of 60 kilometers (45 kilometers for the standard model) and squeezed 51.4 kilometers out of it-very impressive because I have been riding with the highest level of assistance and the range Tend to offer prices on preferential terms. The battery is removable for easy charging, but requires a key, so you don’t have to worry about removing it from the bike when it’s locked on the street.
The display next to the left handlebar handle allows you to keep an eye on the battery level, speed, which of the five assist levels you are using, and the total distance traveled. The screen is easy to read in bright sunlight, and it also has a backlight, so you can also see it when you ride at night.
I get along well with Furo X, 5kg lighter than the competition does justify its higher price. If you are keen on using electric bikes but can only store the bikes indoors, then this is a good choice. However, if you plan to take it on the train, I will think twice. If your budget is large enough, I suggest you consider Brompton Electric, which is easier (not easy) to carry with you.
Personally, I will also look for a convenient bicycle garage where you can rent a space, because riding a full-size bicycle is more enjoyable and cheaper. In fact, Furo’s Aventa hybrid bikes start at £1,399 and have a range of 70 kilometers.
Buy Furo X from Furo | £1,799-1,999
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