We have put together a list of the best electric bikes with hub drive motors. We’ve scoured the UK E-Bike market so that you don’t have to! What is a hub drive electric bike? Hub drive electric bikes are so called because their motor is located in the hub which is in the centre of a bicycle wheel. Hub motors are certainly the most common form of electric bicycle motors. What are the benefits of a hub drive electric bike? The main advantage of a hub drive motor is that they require little to no maintenance. They are an enclosed system meaning there is a lot less to fail and mess around with on your E-Bike. What are the drawbacks of a hub drive electric bike? A hub drive motor is slightly less efficient than it’s counterpart, a mid-drive motor. A mid-drive motor works harmoniously with the bike’s gears, meaning a longer range per charge. Also, a mid-drive motor makes changing wheels a lot easier when the motor is not connected to the rear wheel, instead a mid-drive motor is found as part of the pedal system in the centre of your electric bike. Why choose a hub drive electric bike? To summarise, if you don’t intend on using your e-bike for very challenging journeys, a hub motor is bulletproof and requires less maintenance. The characteristics of mid-drive motors make them more suitable to use with electric mountain bikes, electric trekking and electric cross type bikes. Whereas electric bikes with a hub drive motor are ideal for slightly hilly terrain for commuters, urban and more casual riders. What are the best hub drive electric bikes? Now that we have explained hub drive motors and the reasons why you would choose one, let’s go through our handpicked choices. ARCC BROMPTON ELECTRIC BIKE M6L All the benefits of Brompton boosted with state-of-the-art smart technology brought to you by ARCC Innovations. The Brompton Electric powers your journey and transforms into a compact, portable package that you can tow, store, and carry anywhere. Get ready to explore your city, fly up hills and feel the freedom. LIGHTWEIGHT UPGRADEOnly adding 3.9kg to the weight of the standard bike, the ARCC Intelligent Drive Pod combines Bluetooth-controlled variable power levels with automatic hill/gradient compensation, allowing commuting cyclists to choose the amount of effort both they and the motor provides; automatically compensates for hills and gradients; and provides ‘launch control’, for safety when moving away from lights and crossings in heavy traffic. EXPERTLY CRAFTEDDesigned and built by our experts at ARCC, the Intelligent Drive Pod uses a readily available Bosch battery, has a range of up to 75 kilometres and boasts a unique function in its ‘launch control’ which provides the rider with a three-second boost, to help in moving away from traffic lights and crossings in heavy traffic. IMPRESSIVE BATTERY LIFEThe pod uses an industry standard 4.0 Ah, 6.0 Ah or 9.0 Ah Bosch battery, which are readily available from stores and online and have a range of up to 75km depending on the battery used. When the battery is removed, the eBike reverts to its standard configuration and can be used as a regular bike. Buy Here DALLINGRIDGE MALVERN HYBRID TREKKING ELECTRIC BIKE The Malvern boasts a certain sleek elegance thanks to it’s simplistic frame geometry, internal cable routing and frame integrated battery. Finished in Satin Silver with Gumwall tyres and Camel componentry – an aesthetic that screams adventure! To the untrained eye, the Malvern is a stylish Trekking bicycle… Scratch a little beneath the surface to find a punchy 250w motor spoked within the rear wheel & a generous 14Ah battery cleverly integrated within the frame, exaggerating the bike’s, and indeed your capabilities, allowing up to 50 miles of electric assisted touring or commuting! Thriving off the unknown. Dallingridge have combined the best of 3 worlds…Adventure, pace, and comfort – supported by the handy rear rack, sharp disc brakes, mudguards, Suntour suspension forks and CST hybrid tyres. The Dallingridge Malvern has been designed for those who need a bicycle that caters to life, not just a single purpose. For those ‘off the beaten track’ commuters and even you stylish urban city go-ers. KEY FEATURES 50 mile range - It’s 14Ah 36v battery is cleverly integrated within the frame to offer a sleek aesthetic and an even weight distribution. Disc Brakes - 160mm mechanical disc brakes to provide responsive stopping power, great for unpredictable conditions. Lightweight in the E-Bike world -thanks to it's alloy Crossbar Frame offering a direct riding feel. Integrated battery offers a seamless aesthetic. Weight - 25kg including 3kg battery. 22kg when the battery is removed. Shimano 6 speed system - Find that sweet spot between the power assistance and gearing to reach that peak as quickly and efficiently as possible. Buy Here E-GO BIKE MAX FOLDING ELECTRIC BIKE The E-GO MAX is a great folding electric bike with the same high standards as its smaller e-go family members but with a huge 150kg payload and a large 14ah branded Samsung lithium-ion battery that gives it extensive range, up to 90km (depending on conditions). CHARGE ANYWHEREAs with all e-go e bikes the unique design incorporates the batteries inside the seat post, at first glance it doesn’t even look like a folding electric bike! This can be easily removed so you can charge the battery inside your home/work or in situ. UNFOLD THE POWERFoldable in the same 4 steps as the rest of the range enabling you to have this big bike in a small space. RIDE WITH STYLEWith the 7 speed Shimano gears at your fingertips and the choice of 4 riding modes, this bike will adapt to create the ride you need. Available in 3 colour schemes - satin black, gloss red and metallic white. BE IN CONTROLDisc brakes front and rear mean you can stop this bike quickly and safely when the need arises. The 20” wheels use 2.35" wide tyres. MADE FOR YOUThe seat post and handlebar stem are adjustable making this and all e-go folding electric bikes suitable for a broad range of riders. Buy Here E MOVEMENT THUNDER V4 500W ELECTRIC BIKE FAT TYRE The E-Bike Thunder Plus from E Movement demonstrates how e-bikes can have a sleek and seamless design without compromising on features. The updated Thunder V4 offers a smooth ride with front adjustable and lockable hydraulic suspension absorbing any bumps along your journey. COMFORT & DESIGNThe hardtail was redesigned from pervious models to create a thing of beauty with defining shoulder lines and beautiful curves. But that is not all, this bike has been designed to provide you with the best riding position and comfort levels. BE SEEN WITH LED LIGHTSThe Thunder V4 will be supplied with a large LED front light on your handlebars to ensure you are safe and seen. STYLISH & PRACTICALThe beauty of this bike will turn heads wherever you go. It's also practical, featuring an external removable Samsung battery secured with its own key lock system. The bike has a second key system that is required to start the electric systems. The bike is able to be ridden as a normal bike if you choose to do so. INTELLIGENT HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKESOther defining specs are the electric brake system; this bike has hydraulic disc brakes as standard but also the electric motor is synced with the brake system to provide not only more braking assistance but regenerate any wasted power back to the battery cells. Buy Here WESTHILL CLASSIC ST STEP THROUGH ELECTRIC BIKE A traditional-style step through bike with integrated battery providing perfect weight distribution, and unrivalled balance. The aesthetic behind the design is stylish simplicity at its best. Why choose the Westhill Classic ST? The Classic is appealingly traditional whilst offering maximum comfort. Guaranteed to get you from A to B without breaking a sweat. Packed with a high performance hub motor you can take on any challenge. The pinnacle of comfort and practicality. Great for leisurely rides, commuting and day trips. KEY FEATURES Comfortable step-through design Tektro hydraulic disc brakes Mozo Summit Air suspension fork with lockout Gears: Shimano SL-M315-7R, ALTUS, 7-SPD, Right, Rapidfire Plus / Freewheel: MF-TZ500-7, 14-28T Integrated removable 14Ah Samsung cells 36V battery Large full colour display Ultra-High torque Bafang Hub Motor (65Nm) Selle Royal Gel comfort saddle Integrated front light Kenda 26″ All Terrain Tyre Throttle compatible Alloy front hub with quick release Lightweight electric bike Mudguards and rack Kickstand Buy Here Conclusion That concludes our list of the best hub drive electric bikes on the UK market right now. If you have any questions about any of the bikes listed above, please feel free to contact us.
