I haven’t ridden the Lectric XPress2, so I can’t tell you how it feels. This page covers what Lectric says it is, what two independent test teams measured, and how it lines up against commuters I have filmed. The numbers come from Lectric’s two product pages (the High-Step Commuter and the Step-Thru Cruiser), its help center and manual, the CPSC recall database, and the independent reviews listed at the bottom.
Should you buy one?
As of Oct 27, 2026, both frames sell for $1,399 on Lectric’s site and both show in stock. Lectric shows a crossed out reference price next to it ($1,735 on the High-Step, $1,803 on the Step-Thru), but $1,399 is the actual price.
For that, Lectric lists a 750W rear hub motor with 85 Nm, a 672Wh battery, an 80mm SR SunTour fork, hydraulic brakes on 180mm rotors, a Shimano 8-speed, turn signals and UL 2849 certification.
The trade-offs: it weighs about 66 to 72 lb with the battery, depending on the source. The rear rack is an add-on rated for 30 lb. The warranty is one year, and Lectric won’t take back a bike that’s been ridden. Independent testers got 33 to 53 miles of range, not the advertised 60.
It fits commuters of roughly 5’2” to 6’4” who want suspension, hydraulic brakes and a choice of torque or cadence assist, and who carry light loads. It’s a poor fit if you need to haul a child seat, carry the bike up stairs, or want a longer warranty or a return window after riding.
The motor and how assist works
Lectric rates the Stealth M24 motor at 750W continuous and 1,310W peak, with 85 Nm, and says it’s 99% quieter than its earlier 750W motors. Electric Bike Report described it as an unobtrusive hum at most, and whisper quiet in the lower levels.
In Electric Bike Report’s hill test, the throttle run took 1:48 at 16.8 mph on average and the Turbo pedal run took 1:40 at 18.1 mph, against 2:05 and 2:01 for similar bikes it had tested. Rider Guide climbed a 200 foot hill at a 10% average grade at 7.9 mph.
Lectric’s XPerience Switch lets you pick the pedal sensor in the display. The torque setting adds power based on how hard you push. The cadence setting adds power whenever the pedals turn, which Lectric suggests for beginners or a more relaxed ride. Of the bikes I’ve filmed, the Velotric Discover 2 is the closest idea, since its app lets you change how the assist feels.
Class 1, 2 or 3
Settle this before you buy. The XPress2 ships as Class 2, which means pedal assist and throttle both stop at 20 mph. In the display you can switch it to Class 1, which keeps 20 mph assist and turns the throttle off. Class 3 raises pedal assist to 28 mph while the throttle stays at 20 mph. There’s also a California mode with 28 mph assist and no throttle, because California’s Class 3 doesn’t allow one.
Lectric’s manual and help center both say the throttle never goes past 20 mph, in any mode. When you switch to Class 3, Lectric tells you to peel off the Class 2 sticker under the seat to show the Class 3 label underneath. Class 3 often comes with extra rules, like a minimum age, helmets or limits on bike paths, and Lectric requires riders to be 16 or older no matter the mode. Check your state on my e-bike laws hub before you change it.
The manual also lets you stop the throttle from working from a standstill, or turn it off completely. That’s handy for a newer rider.
Battery, range and charging
The 48V 14Ah (672Wh) battery sits partly inside the down tube, comes out with the key and can charge on the bike. Electric Bike Report lists Pytes as the maker, with Lishen 18650 cells. One owner review on Lectric’s page says the spare battery Lectric sells uses a different charger than the one in the box, so ask before ordering a spare.
Lectric rates it at up to 60 miles. Electric Bike Report got 33.6 miles in Turbo (20 Wh per mile) and 52.6 miles in a low power test that moved from Eco to Tour (12.8 Wh per mile). Rider Guide got 38.3 miles in Sport with hills, stop and go riding and some throttle, and said 60 is probably possible only in Eco, at lower speeds and with more pedaling. Cold, wind, hills and a heavier load all cut into those numbers.
Electric Bike Report also noted that the battery gauge drops in 10% steps, so a 10% reading can mean you’re closer to empty.
The included 2A charger takes 5 to 7 hours by Lectric’s figure, about 7 by Electric Bike Report’s estimate. Lectric’s 5A charger is rated under 3 hours. The warranty excludes damage from chargers Lectric hasn’t approved.
Brakes, fork and gears
Lectric lists Star Union 602 hydraulic disc brakes with 180mm rotors that are 2.3mm thick. Lectric’s only CPSC recall, 23-789 from Sept 7, 2023, covered mechanical disc calipers on the older XP 3.0, and the XPress2 uses hydraulics instead. When I searched the CPSC database on Oct 26, 2026, there was no recall for the XPress2.
The fork is an SR SunTour XCM 32 with 80mm of adjustable travel and a thru axle. Electric Bike Report said it felt more solid than forks on many bikes at a similar price. The drivetrain is a Shimano Altus 8-speed with an 11-32T freewheel, a 46T chainring and a KMC Z8 chain, which Electric Bike Report called a step up from the original XPress’s 7-speed Tourney.
Fit, weight and the rack
The two frames cost the same and share the motor, battery, brakes and fork. The High-Step Commuter fits riders 5’4” to 6’4”, with a 29 inch standover and a fixed stem for a sportier position. The Step-Thru Cruiser fits 5’2” to 6’3”, with an 18.5 inch standover, curved bars and an adjustable riser stem. Each comes in one size.
Lectric lists 60 lb without the battery. Its Step-Thru page gives the battery as 6 lb and its High-Step page says 8 lb, so roughly 66 to 68 lb. Electric Bike Report weighed its test bike at 72 lb with the battery, and Rider Guide measured about 74 lb with accessories on.
Lectric’s 330 lb limit covers the rider and everything on the bike, with no more than 30 lb on the rear rack. That’s enough for a pannier with a laptop and lunch, not a child seat. Electric Bike Report describes a 60 lb rack, but Lectric’s current page says 30.
The rack ($89) and fenders ($59) are sold separately. On Oct 26, 2026, Lectric was including both free in a promotion, so check whether that’s still running.
Lights and safety
The headlight is 90 lumens with amber side lights, the tail light doubles as a brake light, and there are turn signals. Lectric sells a brighter 850 lux Elite Headlight for $99. Lectric says the bike is certified to UL 2849 for the electrical system and UL 2271 for the battery, and that a US lab tested it to ISO 4210. The display and controller are rated IP-X5, but the manual says the electrical parts aren’t waterproof, and the warranty excludes water damage.
Warranty, returns and support
Lectric’s warranty runs one year from delivery and covers the frame, fork, motor, battery, controller, display and brakes in the 48 contiguous states, DC and Canada. Wear parts like tires, chain and brake pads aren’t covered.
Sales are final: a bike can’t be returned once ridden or after 14 days, Lectric can charge a restocking fee of up to $300, and original shipping isn’t refunded. Lectric offers test rides at its Lectric Rides store and partner shops.
Shipping is free, and orders usually go out in 2 to 10 business days. Assembly is tool free: you put on the pedals and slide in the front wheel.
How it compares with bikes I’ve filmed
The Velotric Discover 2 is the closest match. As of Oct 27, 2026, it’s $1,499 with some variants in stock, $100 more than the XPress2. Velotric lists a 750W motor with 75 Nm, a 706Wh battery, a 440 lb total limit and a 66 lb rack that comes in the box. I rode the Discover 2 for just under 30 miles on rough gravel and paved paths and called it a very high quality e-bike (Discover 2 follow-up video, 0:40 to 1:03). If you carry real cargo, its limits are much more generous.
The Aventon Level 3 is discontinued, last listed at $1,699. It had a bigger 733Wh battery and an included 60 lb rack, but a 500W motor and a 300 lb total limit.
The Aventon Level.2 is discontinued too. It has the same 672Wh battery size, and the XPress2 lists a stronger motor and is something you can still buy new.
FAQ
Have I ridden the XPress2?
No. This page is built from Lectric’s own pages and manual, the CPSC database and the independent reviews linked below.
Does the throttle go 28 mph in Class 3?
No. Lectric says the throttle stays at 20 mph in every setting. Class 3 only raises pedal assist.
Does it come with a rack and fenders?
No. They’re sold separately for $89 and $59. Lectric was including them free when I checked on Oct 26, 2026.
Can I return it if I don’t like it?
Not once it’s been ridden, under Lectric’s refund policy.
Price
As of Oct 27, 2026, Lectric lists the XPress2 at $1,399 for either frame, with both in stock. See the High-Step Commuter or the Step-Thru Cruiser.
Sources
All accessed Oct 26, 2026. Lectric prices and stock rechecked Oct 27, 2026.
- Lectric XPress2 High-Step Commuter product page (specs, size guide, price, warranty, add-ons)
- Lectric XPress2 Step-Thru Cruiser product page (specs, size guide, price)
- Lectric XPress2 User Manual, V1 2026 (class settings, throttle limits, warnings), mirrored on manuals.plus
- Lectric help center: Top Speed
- Lectric help center: Classification of our Bikes
- Lectric help center: How to change the classifications of your eBike
- Lectric Manufacturer’s Limited Warranty
- Lectric Refund Policy
- Lectric Shipping Policy
- CPSC recall 23-789, Lectric disc brake calipers
- Electric Bike Report, Lectric XPress2 review (range, hill test, weight, gauge, components)
- Rider Guide, Lectric XPress 2 review (mixed-use range, hill climb, weight)
- Aventon Level 3 product page (discontinued, last price)
- Velotric Discover 2 product page (price)
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