Compact 20" e-bike

[airbox]

Hi everyone,

I am looking to buy a compact ebike for a commuting in London. It doesn't need to be folding ... just small. I am struggling to find any suitable bikes on the UK market in this category. I would very much like mudguards and a rear rack plus hub gears.

My commute is about 7 miles and involves a steep hill (Crouch End). I am in my late 30s and of a small frame - 60kg & 165cm

So far I have come across the following:

Cube Hybrid Compact 20" - it has hub gears and rear rack but I find it a bit uncomfortable (I am only 5'5" and with the sadle on the lowest possible I barely reach the ground)

R&M Tinker - totally out of my price range

Orbea Katu E30 - I couldn't find anywhere in London stock to test ride it.

Hercules Futura Compact - same as the Orbea no stock.

I am aware of other brands such as I:SY and Flyer and also Benno which have compact models but they don't have dealership in the UK.

What am I missing in this list? Could anyone recommend any other similar bikes on the UK market?
Ideally I would like a Bosch system but I am happy to give other systems a go too, as long as I can test ride it before I buy.
Hub gears are important to me too!


Thanks!

 

[Woosh]

I would recommend you get a Brompton and convert it to electric.
The motor transforms the ride!

folded:

Woosh hub kits | Electric Bike Conversion Kits from Woosh

Woosh range of hub kits with choice of front or rear hub motors. Convert your bike into an electric bike.

wooshbikes.co.uk

 

[airbox]

Thanks Woosh!

I wouldn't trust myself to instal a motor and battery to any bike.

 

[Woosh]

you can get the bike delivered to my workshop