Lectric XP4 750 Long Range Review: Folds Up, Goes 85 Miles for $1,299
A folding $1,299 commuter with a big battery, a throttle, and enough motor to make short work of a loaded ride to town.
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What the stars are rated against
The stars compare this bike with other commuter e-bikes we have scored — 33 of them, priced $909–$1,689. They are a ranking inside that group, not an absolute grade: four stars means it beats most of that set on the measure, not that it hits some fixed standard.
Peers are drawn from a tight price band around this bike, so a $1,000 commuter is judged against other $1,000 commuters rather than against machines costing three times as much. Change the group and the stars would change with it.
The headline Genius Score is not decided by that group alone. It blends the category ranking above with a market-wide view across every bike we publish, so a bike cannot climb simply by sitting in a weak category. How we score.
For $1,299, the Lectric XP4 750 Long Range covers most of what a daily commuter actually needs, and its Genius Score of 88 out of 100 reflects that well-rounded balance of capability and value. You get a battery big enough to string together a week of short trips, a motor strong enough to keep up in traffic, and a frame that folds down to fit indoors or in a car. That last part matters if you live in an apartment or share a garage, because you're not forced to leave the bike locked outside every night.
It comes with a , so you can pull away from a stop or ease up a hill without pedaling at all. And it ships switchable between , which means you decide whether it holds to 20 mph with the throttle live or runs pedal assist up to 28 mph, depending on where you ride and the rules there.
Pros & cons
What we like
- The 840Wh is genuinely large for a folding commuter, so you can chain together several days of short rides before you need to plug in.
- A 750W with pulls a loaded bike away from a stoplight and up moderate hills without straining.
- The folding frame collapses small enough to ride along in a car trunk or slot into a hall closet, so bike parking stops being your problem.
- 602 with 180mm rotors give you strong, light-effort stopping, which counts on a bike that can reach 28 mph.
- A 330 lb gives heavier riders and anyone stacking on cargo real headroom, not just a token allowance.
Worth weighing
- At about 71 lb it's heavy for a folder, so think of the fold as a way to store it or load it into a car, not as something you'll routinely carry up a flight of stairs.
Key specs
The motor & power
The XP4 runs a 750W making , which is a strong figure for a commuter. In plain terms, it pulls away from a dead stop cleanly even with a rider and cargo aboard, and it keeps pushing on moderate climbs instead of bogging down halfway up.
There's a as well, so you can ride without pedaling. That's handy for shooting through an intersection or giving your legs a rest at the end of a long day, and it's what lets the bike run as a e-bike up to 20 mph.
A hub motor like this puts power down smoothly and evenly rather than with a sudden lurch, which is exactly the character you want for relaxed city riding.
Lectric lists a 1,310W output next to the 750W rating. Peak only shows up in short bursts, like the first moment of a hard hill start, so judge the everyday feel of the bike on that steady 750W.
Range & battery
The headline here is the 840Wh , which is large for this class and the reason the bike carries the Long Range name. Lectric quotes up to 85 miles on a full charge.
That 85-mile number is a best case, measured under easy conditions on the lowest assist. Hills, a full load, and regular throttle use will pull it below that, so build your commute around a comfortable cushion rather than the top figure.
The nice thing about a battery this size is that even a realistic range covers most people's riding for several days, so you're not chained to a charger. And because the pack is removable, you can carry it inside to top up and leave the bike parked.
Ride & components
The 20" x 3" tires are wider than a typical commuter tire, so they smooth out rough pavement and handle gravel or a packed dirt path without drama. The flip side of small 20-inch wheels is a firmer, more upright feel than you'd get from a big-wheel bike.
Stopping comes from 602 paired with 180mm rotors. That setup gives you firm braking with just a light squeeze at the lever, which you'll be glad of on a heavier bike that can hit 28 mph.
Shifting comes from an 8-speed Shimano Altus drivetrain with an 11-32T freewheel. It's an entry-level setup, which is standard at this price, and it gives you a reasonable spread of gears for city riding and the odd moderate hill.
The frame folds, and that's the practical heart of this bike. A folded XP4 tucks under a desk or beside it at the office, so your commute doesn't have to end with hunting for a place to lock up. The 330 lb capacity also leaves room for a child seat or a loaded trailer without pushing the bike near its limit.
The XP4 lets you switch between right in the display settings, so it's one bike you tune to local rules. In its Class 2 setting the is live and the motor helps up to 20 mph, so you can ride without at all. The Class 3 setting raises pedal assist to 28 mph for quicker road and bike-lane commuting. Class 1 turns the throttle off and caps assist at 20 mph, which is usually what keeps you legal on the bike paths and multi-use trails that ban faster classes.
Price & value
At $1,299, the XP4 750 Long Range is priced well for what it packs in. A big battery, a strong motor, , and a folding frame don't usually show up together at this number, which is why it stands out as strong value in the mid-priced commuter field.
You're paying more than a bare-bones budget folder would cost, but the extra money buys real range and real stopping power instead of cosmetic upgrades. For a bike you'll actually ride every day, that's money going to the parts that matter.
Who it's for
The stash-it-anywhere commuter
If you rent without a garage and can't leave a bike locked on the street, the fold is the whole reason to buy this one. You can carry it up in the elevator and keep it inside your unit, so it never spends the night chained outdoors, and the removable comes in with you to charge.
The rider who'd rather not pedal
If you like the idea of easing off and letting the bike do the work, the moves you up to 20 mph without pedaling in its setting. It's great for arriving somewhere without breaking a sweat, though leaning on it does drain the battery faster than pedaling along.
The everyday errand hauler
If your week is mostly short commutes, grocery runs, and trips to the park, the 840Wh battery keeps you off the charger for days at a stretch, and there's enough to bring home a full grocery haul on the rack.
If you'll never fold it
If you park in a locked garage or have a ground-floor spot and never need to shrink the bike down, you're paying for a folding hinge you won't use. At this price a non-folding commuter often comes with larger wheels that feel steadier at 28 mph, so the XP4 makes the most sense when the space-saving fold genuinely earns its keep.
Frequently asked
How far does the Lectric XP4 750 Long Range go on a charge?
Lectric rates it for up to 85 miles on the large 840Wh . That's a best-case figure on low assist, so plan for a bit less once you factor in hills, cargo, and throttle use.
Does the Lectric XP4 750 Long Range have a throttle?
Yes. It has a that works when the bike is set to Class 2, so you can ride up to 20 mph without pedaling.
Can you ride the Lectric XP4 750 Long Range without pedaling?
You can. With the throttle active in its setting, the motor moves you up to 20 mph on throttle alone, which is handy for hills and starting from a stop.
How fast does the Lectric XP4 750 Long Range go?
It depends on the class setting: up to 28 mph on in Class 3, or up to 20 mph in the Class 1 and Class 2 settings.
Can you change the class on the Lectric XP4 750 Long Range?
Yes, you switch it in the display settings between Class 1, 2, and 3. Class 2 turns the throttle on and caps you at 20 mph, Class 3 pushes pedal assist to 28 mph for road and bike-lane riding, and Class 1 (throttle off, 20 mph) is usually what keeps you legal on bike paths and multi-use trails.
How much does the Lectric XP4 750 Long Range weigh?
About 71 lb with the long-range battery installed. The frame is roughly 62 lb on its own and the battery adds about 9 lb, so you can pull the battery to make the bike a little easier to lift.
How it compares to its siblings
The XP4 Long Range costs $300 more than the standard XP4 ($1,299 vs $999), and that money buys real, checkable differences: a bigger 840Wh battery for a claimed 85 miles of range versus 50, more torque (85 Nm vs 55 Nm), and a stronger 750W nominal / 1,310W peak motor versus 500W / 1,092W. Brakes, drivetrain, and tires are identical between the two, so you're paying for battery and motor output, not stopping power or gearing. It's 4.9 lb heavier than the standard XP4, and its Genius score is higher (88 vs 80), reflecting that extra range and torque headroom. If you regularly ride longer distances or carry more load and want power in reserve, this is the one worth the step up.
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Guides worth reading
- E-bike classes explained: Class 1, 2 and 3Three classes, two questions: does it have a throttle, and how fast does the motor keep helping.
- Nominal vs peak watts on an e-bikeThe wattage in the headline is usually the peak figure, which can be roughly double the number the motor actually sustains.
- E-bike range explainedEvery range figure on every spec sheet is a best case. Here is how to translate it into what you'll really see.
How we score: the Genius Score blends a bike's capability against same-price peers with its value for the money, weighted for what this commuter buyer prioritises. Specs are pulled from the manufacturer's live page and normalised (nominal vs peak watts, true weight with battery). Ratings are our estimate from specs, not a lab test.