Loeook · City
The most affordable way to start riding an e-bike around town. Editor's score: 5.5/10.
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Data from Amazon.com, completed with the manufacturer's site and other retailers when something was missing. If a figure isn't published by any reliable source, we say so.
| Rated power | 500 W |
|---|---|
| Peak power | 1,000 W |
| Torque | 55 Nm |
| Motor type | Brushless rear hub |
| Top speed | — not published |
| Throttle | Yes |
| Battery capacity | 374.4 Wh |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 48 V |
| Removable battery | Yes |
| Range with pedal assist | 50 miSource: Amazon lists 40–50 mi with pedal assist; we show the top figure |
| Range on throttle only | 30 miSource: Amazon lists 25–30 mi on throttle only |
| Charging time | — not published |
| Bike weight | 63.7 lb |
|---|---|
| Max load | 300 lb |
| Rider height | 5'3" to 6'1" |
| Wheel size | 26" |
| Tire width | 1.95" |
| Folding | No |
| Brakes | Front and rear disc |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Front fork |
| Gears | 7 |
| Frame | High-carbon steel, step-through |
| Display | LCD |
| Lights | Headlight |
| Safety certification | UL 2849 (bike) and UL 2271 (battery) |
| Warranty | 12 months |
| Riding modes | 5: throttle only, pedal assist, regular bike, cruise and walk assist |
|---|---|
| Battery | Internal, removable, anti-theft lock, IPX5 |
| Assembly | Arrives 85% pre-assembled |
| Rear rack | Included |
| Adjustments | Height-adjustable stem and seat |
The EB-C2 sits at the low end of Amazon's e-bike prices, yet it covers the basics a daily rider needs: a battery you can pull out and charge indoors, a step-through frame that's easy to get on and off, a suspension fork and disc brakes on both wheels.
The 500 W nominal motor with 55 Nm of torque handles moderate city hills. Where you should keep expectations realistic is the battery: 374 Wh is a modest capacity, so the advertised 40–50 miles only show up with low pedal assist. On throttle alone, the brand itself quotes 25–30 miles.
At 63.7 lb with a steel frame, this isn't a bike to carry up stairs every day, but it's fine for a garage or a building lobby. The rear rack and five riding modes, including cruise, make it practical for short and medium trips.
Some numbers we'd like to see published are missing, such as top speed and charging time. The brand does list UL 2849 certification for the bike and UL 2271 for the battery, which not every budget e-bike can claim.
Best for: First-time e-bike buyers who ride up to about 20 miles a day around town and want to spend as little as possible.
Our summary of the ratings published on Amazon.com.
121 ratings on Amazon
Most ratings are 5 stars (71%), though 8% give it 1 star, a split that's common with budget e-bikes, where the experience depends a lot on assembly and quality control of each unit.
The amount of equipment for the price, and being able to remove the battery to charge it indoors.
It arrives 85% assembled: finish the assembly and check the brake adjustment before your first ride.
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