Electric Trikes

An electric trike is a three-wheel electric bike that stays upright on its own — no balancing, and no putting a foot down at a stop. That single difference makes the e-trike the most accessible, most confidence-inspiring way to ride. Redtail carries 22 electric trikes from $1,199 to $4,099, spanning folding trikes for small spaces, fat-tire and full-suspension trikes for rough ground, semi-recumbent trikes for back comfort, and cargo and tandem trikes that haul kids, pets and serious payload. This guide covers what a trike solves, the layouts, U.S. e-bike law, and exactly which model fits how you ride.

What an electric trike actually solves

The argument for a trike isn't speed or efficiency — it's not falling over. A two-wheel bike asks you to balance at every stop, put a foot down with weight on the back, and walk the bike through tight gates and parking. A trike removes that demand completely: three wheels hold the bike up on their own, so you can stop pedaling, take both feet off, drink water, check your phone, or load groceries without holding anything up. For seniors, riders returning after an injury, anyone with balance or vertigo concerns, and families hauling kids or cargo, that's the difference between a bike that sits in the garage and one you actually ride.

The trade-offs are honest: trikes are heavier and wider than two-wheel bikes — they won't fit through a narrow doorway without tilting or folding — and they're slower by design, because three wheels get twitchy at speed and stability comes first. If balancing at a stop is your problem, a trike is the answer. If you balance comfortably and want speed or distance, a two-wheel commuter or cargo e-bike is the better call.

The three trike layouts

• Delta (most common) — one front wheel, two rear wheels with a cargo platform or basket between them. Low-step, predictable, and narrow enough for most doorways. Most of our Addmotor and Eunorau trikes are delta.
• Semi-recumbent — a reclined seat with the pedals out front, easing back and neck strain on longer rides. Addmotor pioneered the format; our picks are the Arisetan II M-360 and the full-suspension Freetan M-368X.
• Tilting / two-front-wheel — leans into corners like a two-wheeler while staying upright at rest. The U-Trike U-750 and Spytan 2 give you cornering feel with three-wheel security.

Pick your trike profile

Almost every trike buyer fits one of five profiles. Find yours, then use the model picks below to land on the exact trike.

Comfort & mobility

If easy entry and a supportive seating position matter most, start with the semi-recumbents. The Arisetan II M-360 ($2,799) reclines you into a back-friendly seat with the pedals forward, and the compact Arisetan II M-360 Mini ($2,699) suits shorter riders and tighter storage. For the smoothest ride, the Freetan M-368X ($3,299) adds full suspension. Prefer a traditional upright trike? The low-step Eunorau ONE-TRIKE 2.0 ($1,549) is a road-legal value pick.

Folding & small-space

Folding trikes collapse to fit an apartment, RV bay or car trunk. The Citytan M-315 ($1,199) is our most affordable trike, period; the Citytri E-310 ($1,699) and Triketan M-330F ($2,399) add range and cargo capacity; and the Eunorau NEW-TRIKE 2.0 ($2,149) folds while keeping a 500W road-legal motor.

Off-road & all-terrain

For sand, snow, gravel and rough trail, you want fat tires and suspension. The Landtan Fat Tire ($1,899) is the value all-terrain pick; the Grandtan M-340 Off-Road ($2,399) and full-suspension Grandtan X ($2,899) take on rougher ground; and the mid-drive Grandtan Turbo ($3,399) centers its weight and adds climbing torque for the steepest terrain.

Cargo & family hauling

When you need to carry people and payload, the big-frame trikes deliver. The E-325 Family Cargo ($3,699) and Greattan D Cargo ($3,799) are built around hauling; the Greattan L Passenger ($3,899) seats a second rider; and the M-380 Tandem ($4,099) is a true two-person trike. For dual-motor versatility with a big basket, the Velotric Triker ($2,399) is a premium all-rounder.

Trike features worth knowing

• Reverse mode — back the trike up under power for tight parking and driveways. The SpytanX Reverse ($2,599) is built around it.
• Tilting frame — the U-Trike U-750 ($2,899) leans into turns while staying upright at stops.
• Full suspension — the Grandtan X and Soletri / Herotri II ($2,799) smooth rough ground for comfort and control.
• Parking brake — holds the trike still on a slope while you load kids or cargo; check each product page.

Electric trikes & U.S. law

Good news for U.S. riders: federal law allows electric bikes with motors up to 750W, and most states follow the three-class system:

• Class 1 — pedal-assist up to 20 mph.
• Class 2 — adds a throttle (assist up to 20 mph). Most of our trikes are Class 2, with an easy twist throttle for starting from a stop or on a hill.
• Class 3 — pedal-assist up to 28 mph.

Most Redtail trikes are 750W Class 2 e-bikes — street-legal in most states with no license, registration or insurance. If your local rules are strict, the 500W Eunorau ONE-TRIKE 2.0 is the simplest fully-compliant pick. Always confirm your state and city rules, especially for bike paths and sidewalks — wider trikes can be restricted on narrow shared paths.

How to choose

1. Profile first — comfort, folding, off-road or cargo settles most of the decision.
2. Storage & doorways — measure your space; folding trikes pack down for apartments and RVs.
3. Terrain — fat tires and suspension for rough ground, standard tires for paved paths.
4. Power & law — 750W Class 2 covers most riders; choose 500W where local rules are strict.
5. Budget — from $1,199 (Citytan M-315) to $4,099 (M-380 Tandem).

Still deciding? Contact our U.S. team and we'll match the trike to your terrain, mobility and budget.

Why buy your electric trike at Redtail

Every trike is priced in USD, kept in stock, and shipped fast across the United States, with U.S.-based support and honest, spec-checked product pages. Trikes arrive mostly assembled. Browse the full Addmotor, Eunorau and Velotric trike lineups in the grid above.

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