Lectric · Trike
Lectric XP Trike2: real range, hills and charging
A 180 lb rider on the Lectric XP Trike2 at 14 mph with relaxed pedaling over rolling hills (±2%) on pavement can expect about 40 miles per charge (32–47 mi), using 14.2 Wh per mile. The brand claims up to 50 miles. Speed was capped at the bike's 14 mph assist limit. That is about 79% of the claim. On throttle only over hills it drops to about 24 miles.
$2,022
624
Wh battery
500
W motor
14
mph max
Price checked 2026-10-20. We may earn a commission.
How far does the Lectric XP Trike2 go for your weight?
Miles per full charge on a new battery at 70°F on pavement, no wind. Each number is the middle of a ±20% band. Lectric claims up to 50 miles (varies).
| Rider weight | Easy 12 mph | Everyday 16 mph | Fast 20 mph | Throttle, hills |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 150 lb | 60 mi (48–72) | 43 mi (34–51) | 43 mi (34–51) | 27 mi (21–32) |
| 200 lb | 54 mi (44–65) | 38 mi (30–45) | 38 mi (30–45) | 23 mi (19–28) |
| 250 lb | 50 mi (40–60) | 33 mi (27–40) | 33 mi (27–40) | 20 mi (16–25) |
| 300 lb | 46 mi (36–55) | 30 mi (24–36) | 30 mi (24–36) | 18 mi (15–22) |
- Easy 12 mph: 12 mph, relaxed pedaling, flat
- Everyday 16 mph: 16 mph, relaxed pedaling, rolling hills
- Fast 20 mph: 20 mph, relaxed pedaling, rolling hills
- Throttle, hills: 15 mph, no pedaling, hilly
Independent range tests
Reviewers rode the XP Trike2 until the battery died. Our model, run in the same conditions (180 lb rider assumed; testers don't publish weight), is shown next to each result.
lowest assist
52.3 mi
measured by Electric Bike Report · 11.9 Wh/mi
Our model: 45 mi (36–54) within band
highest assist
30.6 mi
measured by Electric Bike Report · 20.4 Wh/mi
Our model: 40 mi (32–47) outside band
Can the Lectric XP Trike2 climb hills?
Highest steady speed on each grade, motor at its 1,092 W peak, limited by its 65 Nm of torque. A 10% grade is a steep city street; 15% is a hard hill.
| Rider | 5% grade | 10% grade | 15% grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 180 lb, throttle | 14 mph | 12 mph | 8 mph |
| 180 lb, pedaling | 14 mph | 13 mph | 9 mph |
| 250 lb, throttle | 14 mph | 10 mph | 7 mph |
| 250 lb, pedaling | 14 mph | 11 mph | 8 mph |
Steepest grade at 8 mph (180 lb): 16% on throttle, 18% with moderate pedaling. Peak power lasts for short hills; on long climbs motors fall back toward their 500 W nominal rating.
Charging time and cost
Empty to full (2 A)
5 h 51 min
With a 5 A charger
2 h 57 min
Cost per full charge
$0.13
Cost per mile
0.31¢
US average residential electricity, 18.31¢/kWh (EIA, July 2026), 85% charger efficiency. Charge time: constant current to ~85%, then about an hour of top-off.
Range in cold weather
70°F
40
mi · 100% cap.
50°F
37
mi · 94% cap.
32°F
33
mi · 85% cap.
20°F
29
mi · 75% cap.
Everyday scenario, 180 lb rider. Capacity loss is temporary; store and charge the battery indoors and never charge it below freezing.
Simulate your own ride on the XP Trike2
Lectric XP Trike2 specs
From the Lectric product page, checked 2026-10-20. est. marks values Lectric doesn't confirm.
- Price
- $1,499 (list $2,022)
- Class
- Class 1/2, throttle
- Top assisted speed
- 14 mph
- Battery
- 624 Wh (48 V × 13 Ah), removable
- Motor
- 500 W nominal, 1,092 W peak, rear hub
- Torque
- 65 Nm
- Pedal sensor
- Cadence
- Claimed range
- Up to 50 mi (Varies)
- Weight
- 86 lb with battery
Source note
79 lb without battery + 7 lb battery
- Max load
- 415 lb rider + cargo
Source note
Rider max 330 lb
- Wheels & tires
- 20" × 2.5"
- Frame
- Folding step-thru trike
- Charger
- 2 A
- Safety certification
- UL 2849 (e-bike system) + UL 2271 (battery)
Replaces or follows: Lectric XP Trike.
Common questions
What is the weight limit of the Lectric XP Trike2?
Lectric rates the XP Trike2 for 415 lb total (rider plus cargo). At 300 lb it still goes about 30 miles in everyday riding.
Can the Lectric XP Trike2 climb steep hills?
On throttle alone, with a 180 lb rider, it can hold 8 mph up a grade of about 16% (our estimate from its 1092 W peak power and 65 Nm). With moderate pedaling, about 18%. On a 10% hill it holds about 12 mph on throttle.
How long does the Lectric XP Trike2 take to charge?
About 5 h 51 min from empty with the 2 A charger, or about 2 h 57 min with a 5 A fast charger. A full charge costs about $0.13 at the US average of 18.31¢/kWh, or 0.31¢ per mile.
Is the Lectric XP Trike2 a Class 2 or Class 3 e-bike?
Lectric lists it as Class 1/2, with a top assisted speed of 14 mph and a throttle.
Which hitch racks fit the XP Trike2?
At 86 lb with battery (about 79 lb without it) and 2.5" tires, 7 of 23 hitch racks we track can carry it (some only with the battery removed).
| Kuat Piston ION 2-bike | 100 lb/bike | Fits |
| 1UP USA Super Duty Double | 100 lb/bike | Fits |
| Saris MHS 2 Bike Package | 100 lb/bike | Fits |
| Aventon Hitch Rack Pro | 85 lb/bike | Fits with battery removed |
| Yakima OnRamp LX | 80 lb/bike | Fits with battery removed |
| Hollywood Racks Sport Rider for Electric Bikes | 80 lb/bike | Fits with battery removed |
| Hollywood Racks RV Rider E-Bike Rack | 80 lb/bike | Fits with battery removed |
Doesn't fit: Aventon Hitch Rack (too heavy), Thule Epos 2-bike (too heavy), Yakima StageTwo (too heavy), Hollywood Racks Destination E (too heavy), Allen Sports High Capacity Locking Premier for Electric Bikes (too heavy), Kuat Piston Pro X 2-bike (too heavy), Yakima OnRamp (too heavy), Thule EasyFold XT 2 (too heavy), 1UP USA Heavy Duty Double (too heavy), Thule T2 Pro XTR 2-bike (too heavy), Kuat NV 2.0 2-bike (too heavy), Kuat NV Base 2.0 2-bike (too heavy), Saris Door County 2-Bike Motorized (too heavy), Saris SuperClamp G4 2-Bike (too heavy), Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE2 (too heavy), Saris Freedom G2 2-Bike (wheel size out of range).
All hitch racks →Spare battery and charger
- External Spare Battery (13Ah) · 624 Wh$500
- Fast Charger (5A) · 5 A$149
- Lectric Battery Charger - 3 Pin (2A) · 2 A$69
A second battery doubles range for long days; the simulator's custom mode lets you enter the combined watt-hours.
