If you are shopping for an electric trike because balance, mobility or confidence on two wheels is the real concern, the 2026 Lectric XP Trike 2 is the one we keep coming back to. We put the upgraded 750W version through our full battery of tests: acceleration, hill climb, braking, vibration, real-world range and noise.

Two things surprised us. The first is the range. We got 39 miles out of it in Turbo mode at full speed with a heavy load, which beats plenty of two-wheeled eBikes that weigh half as much. The second is how tightly it turns. A rear differential lets the back wheels spin at different speeds through a corner, so this thing completes a U-turn in about half the width of a standard sidewalk. For neighborhood riding, that is the difference between a trike you use and a trike that lives in the garage.

Watch Our Lectric XP Trike 2 Video Review

Who the Lectric XP Trike 2 Is For (And Who Should Skip It)

The XP Trike 2 is not built for speed or big torque. If that is what you are after, look at the Lectric XPeak 2 or any of the 28 mph Class 3 bikes in our best electric bikes guide instead.

What the XP Trike 2 does better than almost anything near this price is stay upright, ride smooth and go a long way on a charge. If you or someone you are shopping for has had a close call getting on or off a regular eBike, that is the entire pitch. For riders who want to keep their independence without the risk of a two-wheeled fall, it is the best value trike we have tested.

Lectric XP Trike 2 Specs: 500W vs 750W

Lectric sells the XP Trike 2 in two flavors. Everything below is the 750W long-range model we tested, with the base 500W numbers noted where they differ.

Every number in that table came off Lectric’s spec sheet except the tested range, which is ours. You can see how we get those numbers on our how we test page.

Is the Lectric XP Trike 2 Good for Seniors?

Yes, and it is the trike we recommend most often to riders over 65. Five specific things make it work, and none of them are marketing copy.

It balances itself

The whole point of a trike is that you never have to put a foot down. At a stop, on a slope, or crawling along a sidewalk, the XP Trike 2 just sits there upright. For anyone who has had a close call getting on or off a regular eBike, this alone justifies the purchase.

Easy on, easy off

The step-through frame has a low center of gravity and a 13.5 inch step-over, so mounting and dismounting does not require swinging a leg over anything. The seat drops as low as 30 inches from the ground, which is friendly for shorter riders, and rises to a comically tall 42 inches for anyone who wants a more upright posture.

Back support and a plush seat

This is one of the few eBikes that gives you real back support. The seat is wide and cushioned, and our tester (5’9″) had zero discomfort through the entire 39 mile range test. If you have a back issue, that matters more than any wattage figure on the box.

Predictable, gentle power

Power delivery is smooth and linear. The 750W model lets you switch between torque sensing and cadence sensing, and in torque mode the motor responds to how hard you pedal instead of lurching forward the moment the cranks move. New riders pick it up in minutes, and low-speed control is excellent.

Tight turns on narrow sidewalks

The XP Trike 2 has a rear differential, so the inner and outer wheels can spin at different speeds through a corner. In practice, it can complete a full U-turn using only half the width of a standard sidewalk. Cheap trikes without a differential scrub and hop through the same turn. That is a bigger deal for neighborhood riding and errands than any spec on the sticker.

If you are still comparing models, our best electric tricycles for adults and seniors guide ranks every trike we have put a wheel on.

Lectric XP Trike 2 Speed, Acceleration and Hill Climbing (Tested)

Fully loaded with the metal baskets and weighing 103 pounds on our scale, the trike hit 15 mph from a dead stop in 5.4 seconds. Acceleration is strong but never twitchy, and it climbs to the 17 mph top speed in a controlled, linear way.

The hill climb was the standout. The XP Trike 2 held steady near its 17 mph top speed the entire way up our uphill test course and finished the quarter mile in 54 seconds. The dashboard showed a sustained 24 amp peak current for most of the climb. That is the tell of a good controller: it delivers maximum power for minutes at a time instead of pulling back after a few seconds the way budget controllers do. On flat ground, by comparison, it needed only about 2 amps to hold 17 mph.

One setup note that trips up a lot of buyers. The trike ships in Beginner mode, which caps the speed. Switch to Standard mode in the display settings to unlock the full 17 mph, otherwise you will think you bought a slow trike.

Lectric XP Trike 2 Range and Battery: What We Measured

We got 39 miles on a single charge in Turbo mode, riding at the 17 mph maximum with over 200 pounds of payload on board. On paper Lectric claims up to 70 miles, and that claim assumes a low assist level and a lighter rider, which is normal for the industry. Our number is what the worst case looks like.

That makes the XP Trike 2 one of the most efficient trikes, and one of the most efficient eBikes period, that we have tested all year. Ride in a lower assist mode and you will get considerably more. The 840Wh pack is removable and weighs about 9 pounds, so you can pull it off and charge it indoors. Budget 7 to 9 hours on the standard charger, or pick up Lectric’s fast charger and cut that to under 4.

One caveat to plan around: this is a single-gear trike, and that gear is tuned for about 10 mph. If you run the battery flat, you can still pedal, but getting 100 pounds of trike rolling without motor help is real effort. Charge it before you go.

Braking

Hydraulic brakes with two 180mm rotors and three contact patches on the ground stop this trike unusually fast for its weight. Lever pull is light, modulation at low speed is smooth, and emergency stops do not require a death grip. That last part matters if you have any grip strength issues, because mechanical disc brakes on cheaper trikes ask for a lot more hand force.

There are also front and rear parking brakes, which is the kind of detail you do not appreciate until you park on a driveway with any slope to it.

How the Lectric XP Trike 2 Rides

With 50mm of travel in the Cloud 50 front fork and a suspension seat post soaking up the rest, the XP Trike 2 scored noticeably better on our vibration test than its two-wheeled cousins at the same price. Paved roads are smooth and light gravel or grass is no problem.

Noise is a non-issue. We measured 62 dB in Eco and 62 dB in Turbo, quiet enough that it will not draw attention on a residential street.

One thing to understand about any trike, including this one: it does not lean into turns. At higher speeds you need to shift your body weight toward the inside of the corner, the same way you would in a go-kart. Take fast turns easy until that becomes second nature. This catches out experienced cyclists more than it catches out beginners, because two-wheel instincts are exactly the wrong instincts here.

How Much Does the Lectric XP Trike 2 Weigh, and How Does It Fold?

We put it on our scale at 85 pounds ready to ride, a shade under the 88 pounds Lectric’s numbers imply (79 pounds bare plus a 9 pound battery). Our test unit came in at 103 pounds because it was wearing both metal baskets, which add about 18 pounds between them.

It does fold, and the fold earns its keep for storage. It does not do much for transport in the way a folding two-wheeler does. Folded, this is still a wide, heavy object, and lifting it into an SUV is a two-person job. Treat the fold as a way to reclaim garage space, not as a way to take the trike on vacation. Pulling the 9 pound battery off first makes any lift easier.

Is the Lectric XP Trike 2 Street Legal?

In most of the US, yes. With a 750W motor, working pedals and a 17 mph top speed, the XP Trike 2 sits comfortably inside the federal definition of a low-speed electric bicycle, which caps throttle-only bikes at 20 mph. It is a Class 2 machine, and Class 2 is the least restricted class in nearly every state that has adopted the three-class system.

Because it tops out at 17 mph rather than 28, it avoids the Class 3 restrictions that keep faster eBikes off multi-use paths in a lot of places. The practical limits you are more likely to run into are physical, not legal: some bike paths and trail bollards are too narrow for a trike. Check the width of the paths you plan to ride before you buy, not the statute.

Everyday Practicality: Cargo, Lights and Display

• Cargo: Front and rear racks with metal baskets haul groceries and errands with ease, and the 415 pound payload rating means you are not doing mental math at the store.
• Fenders: Installed on all three wheels from the factory, so puddles are not a concern.
• Display: The 3.5 inch TFT is big, bright and readable in direct sun, and it detaches so you can take it with you. The menu is intuitive and no app is required for adjustments.
• Headlight: Roughly 1,600 lux, which is exceptionally bright for this class. Drivers will see you from a long way off.
• Turn signals and brake light: Both included. On something this wide, telling traffic what you are about to do matters more than it does on a bicycle.

Common Lectric XP Trike Problems We Ran Into

Nothing broke during testing, but five things will annoy you, and it is better to hear them now than after the box arrives.

It ships slow on purpose. Beginner mode is the factory default and it caps your speed. Plenty of owners never find the setting and conclude the trike is underpowered. Switch to Standard mode in the display and you get the full 17 mph.

The headlight does not turn with the bars. It mounts to the front basket, so it always points straight ahead. The beam is also fairly narrow. It is bright, just aimed where you were rather than where you are going in a corner.

It is wide. A trike is roughly twice the width of a bicycle. Measure your garage door, your shed and the gate you plan to push it through before you order, because this is the complaint we hear most from trike buyers of every brand.

One charger, long wait. Seven to nine hours on the included charger is a full overnight. If you ride daily, the fast charger pays for itself.

Pedaling without the motor is rough. Single gear, 100 pounds. If the battery dies, you are walking it home more often than riding it home.

Lectric XP Trike 2 vs the Original XP Trike: What Changed

If you are cross-shopping the first XP Trike against this one, the meaningful upgrades are the brakes, the suspension and the speed. The XP Trike 2 moves to hydraulic brakes with 180mm rotors, adds the Cloud 50 suspension fork, raises the top speed to 17 mph on the 750W model, and repositions the seat and stem for a more upright, stable posture. The 750W version also adds the switchable torque sensor, which the original never had.

The frame geometry is the underrated change. The 9 degree stem and the revised seating position put you more upright, which sounds cosmetic until you ride the two back to back and notice how much less you are leaning on your wrists.

Lectric XP Trike 2 vs MoonCool TK2 Pro and Velotric Triker

These are the three trikes we get asked about most. The MoonCool TK2 Pro carries the biggest battery of the three and is the one to buy if outright capacity is your priority, though it is also the heaviest by a clear margin. The Velotric Triker is the fastest and the lightest, and it costs about $700 more. The Lectric is the one that balances all three.

Want the full field? Our best electric tricycles roundup ranks all of them with the test data behind each pick.

Which Version Should You Buy?

Buy the 750W. It costs about $300 more than the base model and it is the better value of the two.

You get a bigger battery, which means more range and fewer charge cycles per mile. Fewer cycles is what makes a battery last. You get more uphill power, and you get the switchable torque sensor. You also get speed headroom, which matters even if you never ride at 17 mph, because a motor loafing below its ceiling runs cooler than one pinned at its limit. If you are already spending $1,500, the extra $300 is the easy call.

The one reason to pick the 500W base model: you only ride short, flat neighborhood loops and you would rather put the $300 toward accessories.

Lectric XP Trike 2 Accessories Worth Buying

Three are worth the money, in this order.

• The metal baskets. Our test trike wore both, and they turn this from a recreational vehicle into the thing you take to the grocery store. They cost you about 18 pounds and they are worth every ounce.
• The fast charger. It takes a full charge from 7 to 9 hours down to under 4. If the trike is your daily transport rather than your weekend ride, this is the upgrade that changes how you use it.
• A mirror. A trike is wide and you cannot glance over your shoulder as easily as you can on a bike, because turning your head tends to turn the bars. A bar-end mirror solves it for very little money.

Lectric XP Trike 2 Pros and Cons

RiderGuide Verdict

The Lectric XP Trike 2 is easily one of our favorite eTrike’s that we have ever ridden. It’s smooth, balanced and built like it will last. Its biggest strength is a build quality that quietly screams reliability, and the controller holding 24 amps the whole way up our hill is the clearest proof of it. Its biggest weakness is a weight that makes it a two-person lift.

For seniors, riders with balance or mobility concerns, or anyone who simply wants the stability of three wheels and the cargo room to match, it is the best bang-for-the-buck electric trike we have tested. That is why it holds the best value spot in our trike rankings, and why we score it 93 out of 100.

Still deciding? Compare it side by side on the Lectric XP Trike 2 spec page, or run our Smart Ride Finder against every bike and trike we have tested. If two wheels are still on the table, the Lectric XP4 is the folding bike we would put against it.

Lectric XP Trike 2 FAQ

Looking at the rest of the lineup? Our Lectric eBikes guide covers the XP4, XPress, XPeak and XPedition, and the Lectric section of our best electric bike brands guide explains where the brand sits overall.

Ride Safe

Wear a helmet, and give yourself a few sessions in an empty parking lot before you take a trike into traffic, because three wheels handle nothing like two in a corner. Leave it in Beginner mode until low-speed turns feel natural. Charge the battery on a hard surface away from anything flammable, and check your local path rules and widths before you plan a route.

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