Lectric XP4 750 Long Range Review: A Folder With Real Long-Range for $1,299
A $1,299 folding commuter with a big 840Wh battery, a throttle, and enough muscle to make hills a non-issue.
Most people want a commuter that just handles the daily ride without fuss, and the Lectric XP4 750 Long Range is built squarely for that. The headline is the 840Wh , which is genuinely large for a folder, so a normal week of commuting and errands can slip by between charges. It also folds, so it tucks into a trunk or a corner of a cramped apartment when you're done.
What makes it flexible is the paired with a switchable setup, meaning you can ride without pedaling and set the top speed to match your local rules. Add a strong motor, , and that big battery at $1,299, and it earns a Genius Score of 87 out of 100, near the top of the commuters we've tested.
Pros & cons
What we like
- An 840Wh , big for a folding commuter and rated up to 85 miles, so range rarely enters the conversation on a normal ride.
- A plus a switchable setup lets you cruise without pedaling and dial the top speed to your local rules.
- from the pulls a loaded bike away from stops and up city hills without much effort.
- 602 with 180mm rotors give confident, low-effort stopping in traffic.
- At $1,299 you get a lot of range, power, and braking for the money.
Worth weighing
- At 74 lb with the battery in, it's heavy for a folder, so getting it up a flight of stairs is a real two-hand lift.
Key specs
The motor & power
Power comes from a , and with it has real pulling strength for a commuter. That's enough to launch a fully loaded bike from a dead stop and hold a steady pace up most city hills without you having to stand and grind.
A hub motor like this puts its power down smoothly and evenly, so it's easy to manage as you thread through traffic and stop-and-go intersections. You get a steady pull off the line instead of a jerky launch.
Lectric also lists a , but that headroom only shows up in short bursts, getting you up to speed or pulling from a steep start. Judge the bike on the steady 750W it actually holds.
Range & battery
The long-range version of this bike is all about the 840Wh battery, which Lectric says is good for up to 85 miles per charge. That's a lot of runway, and it's what lets you skip the nightly charging routine that shorter-range folders demand.
The 85-mile number assumes easy conditions, so a real commute with hills, cargo, and time on the throttle will land somewhere lower. Even so, it's one of the longer-lasting batteries in the folding-commuter class. The pack is removable, too, so you can pull it and charge it at your desk or inside your apartment.
Ride & components
The 20" x 3" tires are what let the bike fold down so compact, and the 3-inch width adds a little cushion and grip on rough or mixed surfaces. Small wheels do ride firmer than big ones, so you'll feel more of the choppy pavement and potholes on your route.
Braking comes from 602 hydraulic disc brakes on 180mm rotors, a real step up from the cable brakes common at this price, so you get quick, light-lever stops even with a load on board. The drivetrain is an 8-speed Shimano Altus with an 11-32T freewheel, a reliable, no-drama setup that covers everyday commuting.
This is one bike you reconfigure in the display, not three products. In its setting the is live and both throttle and run up to 20 mph, which is usually what keeps you legal on shared paths and multi-use trails. In Class 3, assist climbs to 28 mph for roads and bike lanes; in Class 1 it's pedal-assist only, capped at 20 mph.
Price & value
At $1,299, this is one of the better deals in the mid-priced commuter class. You're getting a big battery, a strong motor, , and a folding frame for a price where a lot of rivals hand you less range or weaker stopping.
That combination is why value is a clear high point here. You'd have to spend more to match this range and braking in a folder.
Who it's for
The long-haul commuter
If your ride to work is long or you stack errands onto it, the 840Wh battery has enough range that you're not doing math in your head or watching the gauge on the way home.
The stop-and-go city rider
If you'd rather not pedal through every red light or up the one steep block on your route, the lets you pull away from a stop and cruise on power alone, and you can save the pedaling for when you actually want the workout.
The short, flat commute
If your daily trip is short and mostly flat, you're paying for a big long-range battery you'll rarely drain. A smaller, cheaper folder would cover the same rides for less money.
Frequently asked
How far does the Lectric XP4 750 Long Range go on a charge?
Lectric claims up to 85 miles from the 840Wh long-range battery. That's a best-case figure on low assist and flat ground; a real commute with hills, cargo, and throttle use will come in lower, but it's still one of the longer-range folders out there.
Does the Lectric XP4 750 Long Range have a throttle?
Yes. It has a , so you can get moving and cruise without pedaling. In its Class 2 setting the throttle works up to 20 mph.
Can you ride the Lectric XP4 750 Long Range without pedaling?
You can. The throttle lets you ride without pedaling at all, which is handy for launching from stops and easing the effort on hills. Riding steadily on the throttle does drain the battery faster than does.
Can you change the class on the Lectric XP4 750 Long Range?
Yes. It's a single bike you switch between in the display settings. Class 3 unlocks assist up to 28 mph for roads and bike lanes, while Class 1 or 2 caps you at 20 mph, which is often what's allowed on shared paths and trails.
How much does the Lectric XP4 750 Long Range weigh?
About 74 lb with the long-range battery installed. The battery is removable and lifts out in seconds, so pulling it before you carry the bike or set it on a rack makes the lift noticeably lighter.
How fast does the Lectric XP4 750 Long Range go?
In its top Class 3 setting, assist runs up to 28 mph. Set it to Class 1 or 2 and it tops out at 20 mph.
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