Lectric · Folding
Lectric XP4 500: real range, hills and charging
A 180 lb rider on the Lectric XP4 500 at 16 mph with relaxed pedaling over rolling hills (±2%) on pavement can expect about 32 miles per charge (25–38 mi), using 14.3 Wh per mile. The brand claims up to 50 miles. That is about 63% of the claim. On throttle only over hills it drops to about 21 miles.
$1,146
500
Wh battery
500
W motor
28
mph max
Price checked 2026-10-20. We may earn a commission.
How far does the Lectric XP4 500 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 with weight, terrain and weather).
| Rider weight | Easy 12 mph | Everyday 16 mph | Fast 20 mph | Throttle, hills |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 150 lb | 55 mi (44–66) | 34 mi (27–41) | 23 mi (19–28) | 23 mi (18–27) |
| 200 lb | 48 mi (39–58) | 30 mi (24–36) | 22 mi (18–27) | 19 mi (16–23) |
| 250 lb | 43 mi (35–52) | 27 mi (21–32) | 21 mi (17–25) | 17 mi (14–20) |
| 300 lb | 39 mi (31–47) | 24 mi (19–29) | 20 mi (16–24) | 15 mi (12–18) |
- 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 XP4 500 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.
throttle, hilly
19.1 mi
measured by OutdoorGearLab · 26.2 Wh/mi
Our model: 21 mi (16–25) within band
Can the Lectric XP4 500 climb hills?
Highest steady speed on each grade, motor at its 1,092 W peak, limited by its 55 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 | 20 mph | 12 mph | 9 mph |
| 180 lb, pedaling | 21 mph | 14 mph | 10 mph |
| 250 lb, throttle | 18 mph | 10 mph | stalls |
| 250 lb, pedaling | 19 mph | 11 mph | 8 mph |
Steepest grade at 8 mph (180 lb): 17% on throttle, 19% 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)
4 h 54 min
With a 5 A charger
2 h 33 min
Cost per full charge
$0.11
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
32
mi · 100% cap.
50°F
29
mi · 94% cap.
32°F
26
mi · 85% cap.
20°F
23
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 XP4 500
Lectric XP4 500 specs
From the Lectric product page, checked 2026-10-20. est. marks values Lectric doesn't confirm.
- Price
- $999 (list $1,146)
- Class
- Class 1/2/3, throttle
- Top assisted speed
- 28 mph
- Battery
- 500 Wh (48 V × 10.4 Ah), removable
- Motor
- 500 W nominal, 1,092 W peak, rear hub
- Torque
- 55 Nm
- Pedal sensor
- Torque
- Claimed range
- Up to 50 mi (Varies with weight, terrain and weather)
- Weight
- 69 lb with battery
Source note
62 lb without battery + 7 lb battery
- Max load
- 330 lb rider + cargo
- Wheels & tires
- 20" × 3"
- Frame
- Folding
- Charger
- 2 A
- Safety certification
- UL 2849 (e-bike system) + UL 2271 (battery)
Replaces or follows: Lectric XP 3.0, Lectric XP 3, Lectric XP 2.0.
Common questions
What is the weight limit of the Lectric XP4 500?
Lectric rates the XP4 500 for 330 lb total (rider plus cargo). At 300 lb it still goes about 24 miles in everyday riding.
Can the Lectric XP4 500 climb steep hills?
On throttle alone, with a 180 lb rider, it can hold 8 mph up a grade of about 17% (our estimate from its 1092 W peak power and 55 Nm). With moderate pedaling, about 19%. On a 10% hill it holds about 12 mph on throttle.
How long does the Lectric XP4 500 take to charge?
About 4 h 54 min from empty with the 2 A charger, or about 2 h 33 min with a 5 A fast charger. A full charge costs about $0.11 at the US average of 18.31¢/kWh, or 0.31¢ per mile.
Is the Lectric XP4 500 a Class 2 or Class 3 e-bike?
Lectric lists it as Class 1/2/3, with a top assisted speed of 28 mph and a throttle. Class 3 speeds (up to 28 mph) are limited to pedal assist; on throttle, Class 2 rules cap it at 20 mph.
Which hitch racks fit the XP4 500?
At 69 lb with battery (about 63 lb without it) and 3" tires, 16 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 |
| Yakima OnRamp LX | 80 lb/bike | Fits |
| Hollywood Racks Sport Rider for Electric Bikes | 80 lb/bike | Fits |
| Hollywood Racks RV Rider E-Bike Rack | 80 lb/bike | Fits |
| Aventon Hitch Rack | 77 lb/bike | Fits |
| Thule Epos 2-bike | 75 lb/bike | Fits |
| Yakima StageTwo | 70 lb/bike | Fits |
| Hollywood Racks Destination E | 70 lb/bike | Fits |
| Allen Sports High Capacity Locking Premier for Electric Bikes | 70 lb/bike | Fits |
| Kuat Piston Pro X 2-bike | 67 lb/bike | Fits with battery removed |
| Yakima OnRamp | 66 lb/bike | Fits with battery removed |
| Thule EasyFold XT 2 | 65 lb/bike | Fits with battery removed |
| 1UP USA Heavy Duty Double | 65 lb/bike | Fits with battery removed |
Doesn't fit: 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
- XP4 Spare Battery · 500 Wh$350
- 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.
