Best Raleigh Electric Bikes
American brand Raleigh offers over 20 different eBike models ranging from leisure use to trail use and everything in between. When reviewing Raleigh eBikes, we examined how each bike performed against similar models at different price points. With the intended use of each bike in mind we sought to test more than just overall bike performance. Instead, we viewed the bike as the rider would. Keeping specifications in mind– we also looked at how the bike worked as a whole. Was the range suitable? How were the shocks on a certain trail or roadway? Is the ride comfortable? With those things in mind, we reviewed Raleigh eBikes to give you the best idea possible of how your potential electric bike would perform.
Raleigh Venture iE Step Thru
- Good looking design
- No rear rack
Raleigh Cadent iE Step Over
- Hydraulic disc brakes
- Front suspension
- Fast
- Only black color
Raleigh Tokul iE eMTB
- Powerful motor
- High-end components
- No twist throttle
Raleigh Detour iE Step Thru
- Good price
- Easy to handle
- Automatic gears shifting
- No suspension
- Comfortable seating position
- Wide tires
- Mechanical disc brakes
This company manufactures kids’ bicycles as well. One of their amazing product ranges is the “Raleigh Chopper” which is today an iconic brand. Launched in 1970, with more than 1.5 million pieces sold till date, this model was re-launched multiple times with better design and components.
Raleigh Company History
Raleigh has been trading since 1885, but the bikes have come a very long way since the early ‘safety bicycle’, and the famous Chopper series of the 70s. The company is currently owned by the Netherlands based Accell group that owns several other well-known bike brands such as Haibike, Diamondback, Lapierre, Sparta and Ghost.
Wide Range Of Raleigh Electric Bikes
Raleigh Mustang eBikes: Positioned as a gravel and adventure road bike, the Raleigh Mustang comes with wide 36c tires, gravel-specific fork and disc brakes with tapered steering. The aim of this model is to offer perfect handling and tire clearance. All 3 builds come with a range of features like the double butted frame with relaxed geometry to give stability off-road.
Raleigh Criterium eBikes: This bike’s claim to fame arrived when the Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn called it his ‘dream bike’. Sporting its distinctive red paint, the Criterium features an aluminium racing frame designed to give an entry into the world of road cycling. It’s also great for commuting and winter bike duties for riders who have a choice of many bikes in the stable.
Raleigh Militis eBikes: Raleigh Militis is a top end machine raced by the Team Raleigh-GAC. This range sports the aluminium models for £1,000, while the carbon e-Tap was launched at £6,000 in 2017. Designed to be ridden in competitive environments, this provides riders with a premium quality chassis that allows them to sit comfortably low and long. There is no sign of 2018 models yet, and Raleigh has stated that there are no plans of launching one. So it looks like you have to wait to find out what the team is riding in the new season.
Raleigh Strada eBike: Raleigh’s Strada variant has seen a major overhaul in 2018. The aim is to offer rugged adventure quality in hybrid bikes. The biggest change that has been introduced to this line-up is the 650b wheel size. This feature is popular for mountain bikes, adventure, road and gravel bikes. The wheel size coupled with wider tires can smooth out the bumps on the road.Raleigh offers the Strada electric bike at £2,350 that comes with Shimano Steps E 6000 system and boasts a 50NM mount motor with a 400w battery. This bike shares 650b wheels with other non-assisted versions, a lighter carbon fork and 42mm of wide tubeless tires that can cope with assorted surfaces. The gearing system comprises a single chain-ring with 9 gears on 12 to 36 cassette, and the discs are hydraulic.
