Samebike STORM Fat Tire Mountain Electric Bike
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Samebike STORM Fat Tire Mountain Electric Bike
Same big-battery bones as the CREST, different brain: NFC card on the display, app in your pocket, and a fast charger in the box.
The Samebike STORM is the tech flagship of the range: the same 960Wh big-battery, 1,800W-peak platform as the CREST, plus LG cells with a smart BMS, an 8A fast charger, NFC unlocking, app connectivity and switchable torque/cadence assist modes. Black, White or Green at $1,299 — Samebike's own price, free shipping in the lower 48 from Redtail.
- 960WhLG-cell battery
- 8AFast charger included
- 1,800WPeak motor power
- NFC + appUnlock and connect
- 8-speedShimano drivetrain
Who the STORM is for
Buy it if
- Short-downtime riders: the included 8A fast charger is the only one in Samebike's US range — the maker claims roughly 2-hour recharges on the 960Wh pack (its general spec list says 4–6; see the ledger)
- Riders who want both assist personalities — a torque mode that mirrors your pedal pressure and a cadence mode that just cruises, switchable
- Anyone who has walked back to a bike hoping it's still there: NFC unlock plus app connectivity add layers a cable lock doesn't
- Distance commuters: Samebike quotes up to 93 miles of PAS-1 range from the LG-cell pack, measured under controlled conditions
Look elsewhere if
- You don't want electronics between you and your bike — the CREST is this exact platform minus the NFC, app and fast charger, at the same $1,299
- Weight matters: 45 kg (99 lb) published, on a high-carbon-steel frame
- You need a battery you can carry to a desk outlet — Samebike doesn't describe the STORM's seat-integrated pack as removable
- You need a UL-listed system: no UL 2849 / UL 2271 certification is published
The only fast charger in the range
Every other current Samebike ships a standard charger and quotes 4–6 hours; the STORM includes an 8A unit with a smart BMS and claims roughly two hours. Our own arithmetic on the 960Wh pack says ~2.5 hours at full 8A flow — either way, it's lunch-break charging instead of overnight.
960Wh of named LG cells
Samebike specifies LG cells and a smart battery-management system for the STORM's seat-integrated pack, and claims up to 93 miles of PAS-1 range under controlled test conditions — with 75+ km quoted for its milder everyday figure. Naming the cell maker is a small disclosure that most budget brands skip.
Torque feel or cadence cruise — your call
A torque mode reads how hard you pedal and answers instantly, for sporty riding and loose surfaces; a cadence mode delivers steady, effortless assist for long flat miles. The STORM is the only current Samebike that lets you switch between the two rather than committing at checkout.
NFC card, app, USB
Tap the NFC card to wake the bike, pair the app for status and settings, and charge your phone from the onboard USB port. It's the electronics layer the CREST goes without — worth $0 extra here, and worth choosing the CREST to skip if you prefer bikes that are only bikes.
The honest ledger
Green flags
- Named cells: Samebike states the 960Wh pack runs LG cells with a smart BMS — most bikes at this price say '48V 20Ah' and stop; naming the cell supplier is checkable honesty
- The 8A fast charger ships standard, not as an upsell — double-digit-amp charging is genuinely rare under $1,500
- Torque and cadence modes both present and rider-switchable — you get the responsive feel and the effortless cruise in one bike
- Front and rear dual LED lights ship standard — the after-dark basics are covered out of the box rather than sold as accessories
Red flags
- Samebike's own page contradicts itself on charging: '~2 hours' beside the 8A fast charger, '4–6 hours' in its general spec list. Arithmetic (960Wh ÷ 8A at 48V) lands near 2.5 hours for a full charge under ideal conditions — we quote both claims and the math, not a promise
- One banner calls the STORM a 'dual-motor eBike'; every detailed panel and the spec list describe a single 1000W (1,800W peak) hub. Single hub is what the evidence supports and what we print
- The page's size-and-fit chart mislabels its units ('Total Height 1050 cm') — millimeter figures wearing centimeter labels; we've converted from the plausible mm readings and marked them approximate
- No UL 2849 / UL 2271 published, no US class claimed, and 50 km/h (31 mph) capability — the same street-rules caveat as every high-power Samebike: check your state before commuting on it
How the STORM compares
All figures are Samebike's own published specs, read from each model's archived product page on 2026-08-23.
| Spec | STORM | CREST | RS-A08 II | M20-III |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,299 | $1,299 | $1,399 | $1,499 |
| Peak power | 1,800W | 1,800W | 1,500W | 3,000W combined (one Samebike marketing line says 2,600W — see notes) |
| Battery | 48V 20Ah (960Wh), LG cells, smart BMS, seat-integrated | 48V 20Ah (960Wh), seat-integrated | 48V 17Ah (816Wh), removable | Dual 48V 18Ah = 48V 36Ah total (1,728Wh), independently switchable |
| Max range (claimed) | 93 mi / 150 km, claimed under controlled conditions | 160 km (99 mi), claimed at lowest assist | 130 km (81 mi), claimed | 240 km (149 mi), claimed (one banner says 280 km — see notes) |
| Top speed | 50 km/h (31 mph) | 50 km/h (31 mph) | 45 km/h (28 mph) | 50 km/h (31 mph) |
| Brakes | Hydraulic disc, front and rear | Hydraulic disc, 180mm front and rear | Hydraulic dual disc, 180mm rotors, motor cut-off levers | Hydraulic disc, front and rear |
| Drivetrain | Shimano 8-speed | Shimano 8-speed | Shimano 7-speed | Shimano 7-speed |
| Weight | 45 kg (99 lb) | 45 kg (99 lb) | 36 kg (79 lb) | 58 kg (128 lb) |
| Payload | 150 kg (330 lb) | 150 kg (330 lb) | 180 kg (396 lb) | 180 kg (396 lb) |
Source: each model's page on us.samebike.com, archived 2026-08-23. — = not published by Samebike for that model.
Full specifications
| Motor | 1000W brushless rear hub |
| Peak power | 1,800W |
| Battery | 48V 20Ah (960Wh), LG cells, smart BMS, seat-integrated |
| Max PAS-1 range | 93 mi / 150 km, claimed under controlled conditions (stat strip: 70–160 km) |
| Mild-electric-mode range | 75+ km (47+ mi), claimed |
| Top speed | 50 km/h (31 mph) |
| Charger | 8A fast charger included — '~2 hours' claimed, spec list says 4–6 hours (see notes) |
| Brakes | Hydraulic disc, front and rear |
| Suspension | Dual-shock front fork + 30mm rear shock |
| Drivetrain | Shimano 8-speed |
| Assist | 5 levels; torque and cadence modes, switchable; detachable throttle |
| Connectivity | NFC unlock, app, USB charging port |
| Display | LCD |
| Tires | 26 × 4.0 in |
| Frame | High-carbon steel |
| Weight | 45 kg (99 lb) |
| Payload | 150 kg (330 lb) |
| Dimensions | 2.00 × 0.67 × 1.05 m (78.7 × 26.4 × 41.3 in) |
| Seat height | ~35.4–40.6 in (converted from mislabeled chart — see notes) |
| Wheelbase | ~50 in (converted from mislabeled chart) |
Specifications as published by Samebike at us.samebike.com/products/storm-large-battery-fat-tire-powerful-1000w-peak-1800w-electric-bike, archived 2026-08-23. Metric-to-US conversions are ours and marked in parentheses. Found an error? Email support@redtailebikes.com.
How to read this spec sheet
Manufacturer spec pages contain marketing, and marketing sometimes disagrees with the spec table an inch below it. Rather than quietly pick numbers, here is every place Samebike's own page disagrees with itself for this model, and which figure we print:
- The STORM's PDP is the one current Samebike page whose structured spec module is empty (its template renders 'product_data_json = ;'). Specs above are read from the page's own on-page spec list, stat strip and feature panels — all archived 2026-08-23 — with each contradiction noted rather than resolved silently.
- Charging: '~2 hours' (fast-charger panel) vs '4–6 hours' (spec list). 960Wh ÷ (48V × 8A) ≈ 2.5 h of pure charge time; real charging tapers near full. Both figures are Samebike's; the arithmetic is ours.
- 'Dual-motor eBike' appears once in a headline; the hardware described everywhere else is a single 1000W hub. We print single-motor.
- Size chart: figures like 'Total Height 1050 cm' are physically impossible as centimeters and consistent as millimeters (1050 mm = 41.3 in). Converted values are marked approximate.
- Battery removability: not stated by Samebike (its folder pages say 'removable'; this page doesn't). Ask us and we'll confirm with Samebike before you order.
What we counted
We pulled Samebike US's entire live catalog on 2026-08-23 and counted what was actually buyable: 29 of 32 bike variants across 10 models. The three unbuyable variants are all one model's colorways (M20: Black, LightSteelBlue, DarkGreen); every other bike was buyable in every published colorway on the pull date. This listing mirrors that feed — we only sell configurations Samebike can actually supply, and we re-sync price and availability against their store rather than guessing.
Redtail original analysis, counted from Samebike US's public storefront feed on 2026-08-23 (one shipping-surcharge SKU excluded). Availability moves; email support@redtailebikes.com for a combination not shown here.
Warranty
| Component | Coverage |
|---|---|
| Frame | 3 years from receipt by the original owner (replacement frame only; changeover labor not included; corrosion, paint fade, scratches, impact damage and non-reversible modification excluded) |
| Battery | 1 year, prorated — repaired or replaced free within the first year; after that, a months-of-service credit toward a new battery |
| Motor and other components | 1 year |
| Money-back window | 14 days, undamaged and unused product |
| Shipping damage | Must be claimed within 7 days of delivery, with photos or video |
What it covers
Manufacturing defects under normal use for the original owner, on the frame, battery, motor and the components above. Second-hand bikes stay covered only inside the original first year and only with the first owner's name and order number.
What you must do
- Proof of purchase from Redtail (your order confirmation is enough)
- Photos or video of the fault with any claim
- Report shipping damage within 7 days of receipt — sooner is better
Not covered
- Accident, abuse, misuse, stunt riding, racing or other use outside the intended purpose
- Corrosion, paint fade, scratches and impact damage
- Ordinary wear items
- Free promotional accessories bundled with a bike
- Labor charges for changeover or installation
- Stolen bikes
- Shipping-damage claims made more than 7 days after delivery
Samebike Limited Warranty issued by Samebike, as published on its warranty policy page. Send photos or video of the issue with your order number and we take it from there — Redtail files and manages the claim with Samebike on your behalf.
Shipping, returns & support
Shipping
Free shipping on every electric bike within the contiguous United States (lower 48).
Orders are prepared and dispatched within 1–3 business days. Most e-bikes arrive within 5–10 business days after dispatch, depending on location.
Ships via trusted parcel and freight carriers — UPS, FedEx, and LTL freight for larger items — with tracking emailed at dispatch.
On delivery
Inspect your shipment at delivery. Damage, defects, or incorrect items must be reported with photos within 48 hours; claims submitted after this window are not accepted.
Bikes with power, charging, or component issues are covered under the manufacturer warranty; Redtail coordinates repair or replacement remotely at no cost to the customer.
Returns
Change-of-mind returns accepted only on unopened, factory-sealed items requested within 72 hours (3 days) of delivery, with a 15% restocking fee plus return shipping. Once a box is opened or a bike is ridden, it is no longer eligible.
Order cancellations carry a 3% transaction fee, because card-processing fees are non-recoverable.
Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. territories, P.O. boxes, and remote areas may incur extra charges or be excluded — contact us before ordering. Full terms: Redtail Shipping Policy · Redtail Refund & Return Policy. Samebike publishes its own shipping and return terms, which apply to orders placed directly with Samebike, not to orders placed here.
Frequently asked questions
What exactly does the STORM add over the CREST?
Four things, for the same $1,299: the 8A fast charger, NFC unlocking, app connectivity, and switchable torque/cadence assist modes — plus Samebike names the STORM's cells (LG). The platform underneath is shared: 960Wh, 1,800W peak, Shimano 8-speed, hydraulic discs, steel frame, 99 lb. If none of those four features move you, the CREST is the same bike with less to pair.
How fast does it really charge?
Samebike claims about 2 hours with the included 8A charger, while its own general spec list says 4–6. The arithmetic: a 960Wh pack at 48V × 8A takes roughly 2.5 hours of ideal-rate charging, and real lithium charging slows near the top. Expect somewhere between the claims — a long lunch, not an overnight — and treat the 2-hour figure as best-case.
Is it actually dual-motor?
No — and Samebike's own detailed copy agrees with us. One marketing banner calls the STORM 'dual-motor,' but the spec list, the motor panel and the stat strip all describe a single 1000W hub with an 1,800W peak. We flag it because you may see that banner on their site; the bike you receive has one motor, and one is what its numbers describe.
What's the range on the LG pack?
Samebike's controlled-condition claim is 93 miles at PAS 1; its everyday 'mild electric mode' figure is 75+ km (47+ mi). Riders mixing assist levels with throttle should plan around the 47-mile figure. The 960Wh capacity is the real asset: it's the largest pack Samebike sells, tied with the CREST's.
What happens if the app or NFC stops working?
The STORM remains a bicycle: pedals, gears and brakes don't consult the electronics. The practical questions are unlocking and settings, which is why we route any connectivity fault through Samebike's 1-year electronics coverage — email support@redtailebikes.com with your order number and a video of the behavior and Redtail files the claim. If depending on an app at all bothers you, that is a legitimate reason to buy the CREST instead, and we'll say so.
What warranty applies?
Samebike's published terms: 3-year frame, 1-year battery (prorated after year one), motor, and other components; bundled free accessories excluded. All claims for bikes bought here run through Redtail — we deal with Samebike so you don't. Inspect the box within 48 hours of delivery; shipping-damage windows are short on both sides.
Keep looking
Every Samebike at Redtail · Compare the CREST · Compare the RS-A08 II · Compare the M20-III · E-bike laws in your state · Shop electric bikes by type
Primary sources
- Samebike US product page: Samebike STORM Fat Tire Mountain Electric Bike us.samebike.com/products/storm-large-battery-fat-tire-powerful-1000w-peak-1800w-electric-bike. Retrieved 2026-08-23.
- Samebike Warranty Policy us.samebike.com/pages/warranty-policy. Retrieved 2026-08-23.
- Samebike Shipping Policy us.samebike.com/policies/shipping-policy. Retrieved 2026-08-23.
- Samebike Return & Refund Policy us.samebike.com/pages/return-refund-policy. Retrieved 2026-08-23.
- Redtail Shipping Policy. Retrieved 2026-08-23.
- Redtail Refund & Return Policy. Retrieved 2026-08-23.
- Redtail's state-by-state e-bike law guide. Retrieved 2026-08-23.
Specifications and prices are Samebike's own, reproduced as published from the archived copy of its US product page, with contradictions in its copy flagged rather than resolved silently. Warranty terms are Samebike's; shipping and return terms on this page are Redtail's. Manufacturer sources are cited by name and address rather than linked, because every link on this page should keep you here. Want to see any source we used? Email support@redtailebikes.com and we'll send it.
How we verified this page. Every specification above was read from an archived copy of Samebike's own US product page (us.samebike.com/products/storm-large-battery-fat-tire-powerful-1000w-peak-1800w-electric-bike), retrieved 2026-08-23 with the price cross-checked against two independent Samebike endpoints the same day. Figures are the manufacturer's ratings, not our test results; where Samebike's page disagrees with itself, the "How to read this spec sheet" section names each conflict and the figure we chose. Prices are USD, matched to Samebike's own US store, current at the date shown. Corrections: support@redtailebikes.com.
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