SHOULD YOU BUY A VELOWAVE RANGER FMTB3 FAT TIRE ELECTRIC BICYCLE? IT DEPENDS...

EV Channels Review

The Velowave Ranger FMTB3 Fat Tire Electric Bicycle is presented as an affordable alternative to traditional electric vehicles, targeting urban and suburban commuters. While it boasts a powerful 750W motor with 82 Nm of torque and a claimed range of 20-40 miles, the review highlights significant drawbacks. The bike's considerable weight (74.6 lbs) and high gearing make pedaling without assistance difficult. Although competent on gravel and downhill descents, offering good grip and solid hydraulic disc brakes, its build quality is a major concern. The reviewer notes soft metal components, loose stems and seat posts, and machining marks indicating corners were cut during manufacturing. The battery management system also shows voltage sag as the charge depletes, impacting performance. Ultimately, despite its speed and fun factor, the reviewer cannot recommend the FMTB3 due to concerns about its long-term durability, suggesting it might be a "throwaway bike" for those new to fat bikes, with potential improvements requiring significant additional investment.