The XP 3. 0 is well equipped out of the box and still offers tons of customization possibilities with a wide variety of accessories available. It’s a lot of fun to drive and quite powerful; The folding and unfolding procedure can be simplified.
Powerful motor starts temporarily when pedaling or accelerating
Fun & Ride
Lots of options
Suspension fork is unnecessary and a bit clunky
The folding and unfolding procedure can be simplified
Lectric’s XP 3. 0 joins a developing group of folding electric motorcycles with small wheels and fat tires. This combination helps keep the motorcycle compact while offering plenty of stability and surprise absorption.
These motorcycles are ideal for urban commuters who are faced with rough roads and a limited garage area once they arrive at the office. The XP 3. 0 provides enough strength to get you there and folds into a small size.
But it’s still an electric motorcycle, which means it’s pretty heavy. If you wear it up, it may not be ideal for you. If you’re looking for a flexible motorcycle that may not take up a lot of space in your apartment and want features for shipping or even a passenger, the XP 3. 0 ticks a lot of those boxes. But read the rest of our Lectric XP 3. 0 review before deciding if this is the most productive folding electric motorcycle for you.
The XP 3. 0 costs $1,305 and can now be purchased on Lectric’s website, where it’s currently on sale for $999.
You can finance your purchase with Affirm and the purchase is protected by a one-year warranty. When the motorcycle arrives at your doorstep, it’s fully assembled; All I want to do is unpack it and rate the battery.
The XP 3. 0 is built around an aluminum frame that rolls on 20-inch wheels. The tires are 3 inches wide, which you can use to decrease tire pressure for added grip and comfort.
The front suspension fork is an added convenience feature; Lectric does not list the fork travel on its website. In addition to convenience features, Lectric includes a suspension seatpost and a large, wide, and plush seat.
The rear rack fits into the frame of the XP 3. 0. Front and rear fenders, as well as front and rear lights, complete the structural package. It should be noted that the XP 3. 0 is supplied with hydraulic disc brakes, which is an improvement for a Moto at this price.
The motorcycle folds down the middle; Simply turn the release lever and pull inwards. Another release lever on the long stem bends the release bar down to make the assembly as compact as possible. Unfortunately, XP 3. 0 doesn’t have any mechanism to bring the two halves together. together.
Before I was gifted the XP 3. 0, I asked a friend to try it out. He’s 6’5″, and although he found that the overall life of the bike was too short for him, he was able to ride the XP 3. 0. comfortably.
I am 5’11”, and I found the bike’s size to be just about perfect. The wheelbase is short, as is the case on just about any folding bike on the market. So the handling errs toward ultra-responsive. You may feel a bit unsteady in tight turns, but at higher speeds and through swooping turns, the Lectric handles predictably and solid.
The engine starts almost when you start pedaling, and also temporarily when you turn the throttle. However, it was trickier to get the XP 3. 0 to reach maximum assist speed (20 mph) than what I experienced with some Lectric competitors. That said, the bike doesn’t feel powerless when it’s needed.
This becomes apparent when you start from a dead brake on a hill. I couldn’t start by simply pedaling in this situation, however, by leaning on the throttle, I temporarily increased the speed. Of course, it was less difficult. To begin with, I started with the highest assist settings, but it was also possible to progress with lower assist settings if I switched to the easier gears and helped the bike pedal.
The assist also turns off quickly once you stop pedaling or let off the throttle. This is important, as a lag in disengagement could take a rider by surprise and lead to an accident.
As I’ve discussed with other motorcycles in this category, a suspension fork on a motorcycle with large tires like the one used by the XP 3. 0 is largely unnecessary and only adds weight. Lower tire pressures allow for more than enough flexibility. The XP 3. 0 fork seemed largely favorable enough that it wasn’t an issue, however, it tended to stabilize strongly after heavy compression.
In order for the XP 3. 0 to work, it is mandatory to insert the key into the keyhole at the back of the most sensitive tube and leave it there running. This location is not very convenient and it turns out that it can lead to the loss of the key. However, it remained in position during our tests.
My control pilot and I agreed that the seat, while comfortable, feels too big and bulky. This could be lightened to make the XP 3. 0 even more compact without sacrificing too much comfort, especially since it comes with a suspension seatpost.
The disc brakes worked like a charm. They modulate well and have a lot of prevention power. At this price point, the addition of hydraulic disc brakes is a great touch.
Folding the XP 3. 0 is pretty intuitive, but it’s also a bit of a tedious exercise. The levers that release the frame and stem are stiff and difficult to disengage, especially with bloodless hands (I tested this bike in December). It’s also stiff, which makes the folding motion a bit sticky.
Once folded, there is no way to attach the front of the motorcycle to the rear. So while the XP 3. 0 folds compactly, you probably won’t need to move it around much when folded.
My tester and I rode the XP 3. 0 in mid-December and temperatures ranged from 20 to 50 degrees during our travels. Cooler temperatures can affect battery life.
That said, after the first seven miles of riding, the battery went through about a third of its range. We both went heavy on the throttle, and largely rode in the highest assist setting.
After 10 miles, the battery gauge still showed that the battery had about 2/3 of its capacity remaining, so it’s in line with Lectric’s advertised maximum diversity of forty-five miles. With lower assist settings, in warmer climates, and with less throttle use, forty-five miles are reasonable.
You can add pre-built packages to your purchase on the XP 3. 0 homepage. The Go package costs $177 and includes a motorcycle lock, phone holder, and Elite headlight. The Comfort package costs $129 and gives you a large seat and suspension seatpost. Both packages are included for free now on the Lectric website.
The Cargo package costs $124 and includes a front shelf, a small basket, and a jumbo basket. You can also buy accessories individually; Lectric offers mirrors, bags, a passenger pack, and more.
The XP 3. 0’s most notable competition comes with the Aventon Sinch. 2, the Heybike Mars 2. 0, the Radpower RadExpand 5, and the Ride1up Portola.
In testing, the Ride1Up Portola consistently stands out as the best in its class. The XP 3. 0 is a stylish case for the throne, with competitive value and solid engine performance. But the Portola is easier to fold and unfold, it looks sleeker and safer. any of the halves of the motorcycle when folded.
While the XP 3.0 doesn’t quite top the Ride1Up Portola in terms of ride quality and functionality, it certainly comes close. It’s fun to ride and provides enough power to zip through your city commute, and it gets going from a dead stop on hills with ease in the proper settings. Lectric offers a ton of accessories to make the XP 3.0 a super functional bike for grocery runs and even toting the kiddo to school.
Its weaknesses lie in the folding and unfolding process. The levers are tough to operate and the hinge is quite stiff. Once folded, there’s no way to secure the two halves together.
Still, the XP 3.0 comes in at an excellent price for the build quality and ride functionality. It’s a great bike for city commuters with short- to medium-range commutes, even on somewhat rough terrain like flat dirt roads or rugged paved streets.
Dan Cavallari is the former technical editor of VeloNews magazine, which lately reviews electric motorcycles, motorcycle lights, and other motorcycle accessories for Tom’s Guide. In addition to VeloNews, his work has been published in Triathlete Magazine, Rouleur Magazine, CyclingTips. com, Road Bike Action, Mountain Bike Action, CycleVolta. com, Tomsguide. com and more. Dan also hosts two podcasts on his site, Slow Guy on the Fast Ride: one is about cycling and other activities, while the other is about intellectual fitness. More recently, Dan also covered the 2022 Tour de France. Dan lives outdoors in Denver, Colorado, with his family.
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