Lectric XP4 750 electric bike review: The best and cheapest electric bike

Photography: Michael Venotolo-Mantovani

Granted, this is probably only the case for big people like me (6′ 4′, 255 lbs, very broad shoulders) and may not even register for average-sized people. In fact, at 6′ 4”, I’m more than an inch too big for the XP4, at least according to the brand, which says the bike fits riders from 4′ 10′ to 6′ 3′. But that extra inch seems minimal, since during my first 150 miles on the bike, my legs still haven’t felt trapped by the height of my saddle.

Speaking of this saddle, the bike’s seat post features an integrated suspension coil, providing 40mm of travel. While, in theory, some rear suspension is welcome, it felt as if every time the coil was compressed, my seat tube was actually sliding down into the frame. It was a strange sensation and I have to admit that after about 200 miles of riding, I wasn’t quite used to it.

Another thing I don’t like about the XP4 is its traditional one-sided kickstand. A bike this heavy should feature a motor scooter-style stand that retracts from under the bottom bracket, providing equal support for both sides of the machine. However, the single-sided kickstand often finds itself (and me!) fighting gravity when I try to lock the bike onto anything resembling an incline.

Finally, these very few drawbacks are hardly enough to make me not love the XP4 750, as the smooth ride, extremely long range, beautiful styling, and plethora of aftermarket add-ons make this a bike I will be riding around for a very long time.