Taubik Axis

The Taubik Axis is an electric trike with suspension front and rear and a differential on the rear axle, which the brand says makes turning easier. A 960 Wh Samsung battery and a 500 W Sutto rear hub suit riders who want three wheels for errands and long, easy rides.

Highlights

• 500 W Sutto rear hub: a thumb throttle, 5 assist levels, a sensor that toggles from torque to cadence mode, and a Shimano Altus 7-speed drivetrain.
• 48V 20Ah Samsung battery (960 Wh): built into the frame, with up to 100 km per charge by the brand's figure. Charging takes 4 to 6 hours.
• Suspension and brakes: a Trama Fat 34 coil fork, a rear coil shock and Zoom hydraulic disc brakes with 180 mm rotors.
• Two wheel sizes: a 24 x 3.0 in Kenda K1292 tire up front and 20 x 3.0 in Kenda tires at the back, on a 6061 aluminum alloy frame.
• Basket and load: a large rear cargo basket, a 150 kg maximum load and a 38.0 kg trike.

Who it suits

Riders who like the steadiness of three wheels at stops and low speeds, with basket room for groceries and gear. To pick a sensor mode, see torque vs cadence sensors.

Good to know

• Its 500 W motor is within the 500 W limit for e-bikes in Ontario, Quebec, B.C. and Alberta; the motor must also stop helping at 32 km/h (25 km/h for B.C.'s light class). Check the rules for your province.
• Range is the brand's figure; speed, hills, rider weight, tire pressure and cold all change it. How to estimate your range.
• Ships free anywhere in Canada (no P.O. boxes).