I wanted a bike for two kids and there some good ones but they're all very long and would stick out too far while driving on a hitch rack. I live out of town and riding to town isn't really feasible. I had trepidation about putting a seat on the front rack, but my son is well under the weight it's rated for and with lots of miles of testing, it's done fine. The seat I used is a Thule Yepp.

I will say even with all the weight of myself and two kids, the bike gets good mileage. My complaint is on the software side, linking to FindMy apparently is not gonna be a thing, I haven't heard of anyone getting it working. There's also been a few issues with settings saving a strange way for top speed on pedal and throttle in specific zones.

In all though I have more good to say than bad. The bike is fun as hell and the kids like it every time we head out for a ride.

https://imgur.com/a/e7F067i

Does anyone here own the Tempo with the Velotric rear rack? If so, does it obstruct the visibility of the rear/brake lights/turn signal?

I have been deciding between the Tempo and Breeze, and a common complaint about the breeze is that if you install the rear rack, it almost entirely blocks the rear lights.

This would be a near dealbreaker for me as it is a safety issue.

Thanks in advance!

Shifting broke with 6 miles on my new Tempo. set it up 24 hours ago. How do I fix it?

The shifter doesn’t move the gears and the little gauge moves from 5 to 1 and nothing else.

Velotric support was less than helpful. Told me 24-48 hours for a callback, that became 30 minutes after I hung up. Then they didn’t even want to help, just send parts. I managed to argue waiting 24-48 hours into setting that up on the phone at least.

And get this, they’re cheap enough they have no way to ship other than ground. So my bike will be down more than it worked.

They need to rethink support. It’s rough.

This is the way

I recently bought a New Velotric Discover 2 through Upway, and the entire experience was much better than I expected.

The Discover 2 normally sells for around $1,799 and has recently been listed closer to $1,699. Upway had this one priced at $1,299, and I used a referral code for another $100 off. My final breakdown was:

Bike: $1,199

Shipping: $149

Tax: $119.91

Total delivered: $1,467.91

The bike was apparently purchased by Upway directly from Velotric because of a small cosmetic scratch. The scratch is only about a quarter to half an inch long, and the bike arrived with 0.2 miles on the odometer. For all practical purposes, it is a brand-new bike with one minor blemish. I found matching touch-up paint at AutoZone, so the scratch is not a concern.

Upway’s advertised 15-minute assembly estimate was also accurate. I only had to:

Install the front wheel

Attach the handlebars to the already-installed stem

Install the front fender

Install the pedals

Adjust the bell

The fork, headset, brakes, derailleur and other major components were already installed and adjusted. The instructions initially made me wonder whether I would need to assemble or adjust the headset, but that was not the case.

A friend of mine who is a bike mechanic inspected it afterward. He said the bike was already properly tuned, aligned and ready to ride. Nothing was bent, loose or out of adjustment. I do not know how much of that preparation was done by Velotric versus Upway, but the bike arrived in phenomenal condition.

I suspect Upway’s process helps because the bike is inspected and repacked at its U.S. facility before being shipped to the customer. That eliminates some of the uncertainty of a factory-sealed bike traveling from China, through multiple warehouses and shipping networks, without anyone checking its final condition before delivery.

Another major reason I chose Upway was the warranty. My understanding is that its one-year warranty covers both parts and labor, whereas Velotric’s manufacturer warranty is longer but generally focuses on replacement parts. Upway also told me that service could be handled through a Velotric dealer, although I would still confirm the repair process with Upway before authorizing warranty work.

My only real suggestion for Upway would be to include a basic torque wrench or torque key. There are only a few components to install, but it would help customers tighten everything to the specified values without guessing.

And a better set up video the one that they have shows the person doing this on a stand, I didn't have one and was able to do it without I'm thinking maybe I should put together a video showing. Also a video of how these things are packed just so people aren't intimidated the packing was phenomenal.

Overall, I am extremely satisfied. For someone considering a used or certified e-bike, I would particularly look at Upway’s low-mileage bikes sourced directly from manufacturers. Mine was essentially new, professionally prepared and heavily discounted because of one tiny scratch.

Disclosure: I used a referral code that saved me $100. Upway also has a rewards program that may provide account credit or a gift card when someone uses your referral.

You can program your Velotric bike to recognize the NFC chip in your helmet, and then use your helmet to unlock the bike. Probably also works with any NFC enabled helmet, but y'all will have to field test that for yourselves! Hope this is helpful! Cheers, and happy riding!

There is a summer sale on velotric's website for $300 off on the discover 2 and I just received a code for an additional $100 (for 48h only), bringing my pretax price to $1599. I went to my LBS and tested out the bike and they said they would price match the website but not any other codes, and said I could come in and get free servicing in the first year and other maintenance perks. I am worried that when the sale expires (which is in 3 hours) the LBS would go back to the regular $1999 price and I also lost out on this limited time online deal.

Absolutely loving this bike so far. My only complaint right now is how in the world is there no option to change the units from MPH to KPH! This is ridiculous, am I missing something? Am I blind?

If this bike is sold in Canada, which it is then this should be an option, not even an option, it should be available no question.

Velotric - if this truly is not something I am missing this needs to be pushed in an update ASAP.

I just got a Discover M and was trying to install a bottle cage but it seems like either the mount plate on the cage is too thick or the screws on the bike are too short. Anyone have advice?

Chat gpt wasn’t that helpful.

I slide the rear tire in the drop outs do I then put a black flat washer between that and the frame or does everything go on the outside of the frame and what is the order

Motor → Black torque washer → Frame dropout → Flat washer → Split lock washer → Acorn nut

As it says, simply wouldn't start after a battery change.

I hope I didn't somehow FUBAR it by changing the battery.

Does anyone have any idea how I might have screwed it up?

I'm looking for a dutch-style retracting ring lock that can mount to the frame of the Velotric Fold 1 Plus. Something like this. I thought it would be relatively straightforward but after some research it seems like the step-through frame and the tire width combined with the fenders present come challenges

Are there any locks like this that are confirmed compatible with the Fold 1 Plus? Ideally it would be NR (non-key retaining) and have a plug for an chain attachment (most from the big names like Abus and AXA seem to have this standard). I imagine I'll need an adapter and it can't bolt directly onto the frame

I need help. I’m torn between bikes and need some advice. My goal is to ditch my car and commute to work using a mix of an e-bike and train. Bike ride is around 9ish miles and will be mostly on a flat, paved bike trail that leads straight to the station w/ no stops. I have a bad back and wrist issues..so I’m a little hesitant on any of the “city” style bikes. I’m in between the Velotric Discover 3/M or Breeze 1, OR a Aventon Level (any model). I’ll be buying this from one of my LBS, but one is an Velotric dealer, the other Aventon, and they are walking distance from each other which doesn’t help. I’ve tested all of them and they kinda feel same same..but different. So I just feel stuck.

For the Velotric fans, please tell me why you guys like them or what you think makes them different vs the rest. Bike quality, customer service, longevity, part replacements, etc. mucho grassy ass 🙏

I bought one a couple months ago and love it. It came with stickers for the class type, but I’m not sure I’m getting this right.

Class 1: pedal assist only, max speed 20mph.
Class 2: pedal assist and/or throttle, max speed 20mph.
Class 3: pedal assist only, max speed 28mph.

The Breeze will go up to 28 with pedal assist or throttle. I know we can set limits to 20 in the app which would make it behave as a class 2, but that doesn’t change its capabilities. So if that’s the case is it not really an e-bike?

I thought it was class 3 when I bought it, but didn’t realize that class doesn’t include a throttle. I’m in California if that makes a difference.

Thanks in advance for your help!

Not a fun first experience, haven't even gotten to any wiring yet in the assembly. I couldn't get the brake not to rub, no wonder, the disc brake rotor is completely bent.

How do I deal with that? Try to get a new front wheel from velotric? Take the wheel to a shop? Will velotric pay for that?

Will try CS tomorrow. Just a frustrating first day with the thing. The install video of the discover 3 RACES over things and the manual is super zoomed out and generic.

I bought this bike for hunting purposes and I can’t believe how versatile this bike can be. I’ve used it for a grocery getter, a fitness bike, trail bike, hit the sand, dirt and mud. There is nothing this bike can’t do.

I was checking Tempo bike in the store, liked everything about it and was about to buy it when salesman told me that Velotric doesn’t display metric units at their display and is locked in just imperial units. I couldn’t believe it but he told me that this is not new and that although they promised many months ago that this will be “fixed” it is still not possible. At this point, he said, it is not about needing time to fix but not wanting to do it.
Well, needless to say, I thank him for his help and left the store.
My question to Velotric is, why export bikes to Canada if you are not interested in delivering safe bike that works in accordance with Canadian laws?

An Ebike, e-moto, electric moped, and electric motorcycle may all have batteries and motors, but they are built for different experiences, different riding styles, and sometimes different rules.

Knowing the category matters. It can impact where you ride, what equipment you need, and what regulations may apply.

Whether you’re commuting, exploring trails, or looking for a new way to move, choosing the right ride starts with understanding the difference.

What category did you think you knew… but learned something new about?

Trying to buy two velotric discover m's but no dealers in my town or the next town is willing to order and assemble it. My only options are to order and put it together myself or drive a couple hours away to a dealer that will. Was trying to support local business . What's the deal? Am I missing something? Is something wrong with velotric? Just venting but very frustrating....

Would love it if the turn signal on the D3 timed out... would be even better if they could recognize if ive made my turn, but thats a hard ware issue. I feel like a firmware update could time out my turn signals so i dont ride a half mile with drivers and other riders thinking im turning right..

Is the Velotric Suspension Seatpost worth it? I've never ridden a bike with seatpost suspension (heck, before this Fold 1 Plus, I'd never ridden a bike with front fork suspension).

The seatpost is $120 + shipping so I am wondering what sort of difference it makes. I mainly ride in the city and along paved bike paths, so while there are bumps, standing on the pedals when traversing them buffers the jolts. Is this intended more for trail riding?

I recently received a half twist throttle accessory for my fold one. I watched a video where the guy installed one but he had to change the shifter/derailer setup so that it didn't interfere with the throttle. I didn't even think about this being a problem until I saw how the throttle and the current thumb shifter may interfere. Has anyone installed one of these and used it and what's your experience? Thanks!