Folding e-bikes · checked Nov 8
A folding e-bike for small spaces, and what it weighs folded
Our Velotric pick for small spaces
Velotric Fold 1 Plus
USD 1,199 at Velotric1 Before sales tax · seen Nov 8, 2026
- 37.8×19.7×33.5 infolded size
- 63 lbs*weight
- 68 mirange*
The Velotric Fold 1 Plus folds to 37.8 × 19.7 × 33.5 inches and has a 450-lb max load by Velotric's figures, which we read as including the bike.1 The catch: folded, it still weighs 63 lbs (Velotric's figure without fenders, kickstand and pedals). Here's whether that works for you.
Is it your kind of bike?
For people who park in tight places
A folding e-bike trades wheel size and some comfort for a smaller footprint when parked.1
You live in an apartment
Folded, it stands 37.8 inches long and 19.7 inches wide on the floor. Measure your closet or hallway first.
You drive to where you ride
Folded size 37.8 × 19.7 × 33.5 inches. Check your trunk opening, and whether you can lift 63 lbs (Velotric's figure without fenders, kickstand and pedals) into it.
Several people share it
One size for riders from 4'9" to 6'5", with a quick-release seatpost and an adjustable stem.
You still want full power
750 W motor, 75 Nm, throttle, and class 1, 2 or 3 by setting, like a full-size e-bike.
How it works
Fold, lift, park
- Fold it. Velotric says the Fold 1 folds "in 3 simple steps"; the pedals are listed as foldable.1, 4
- Lift it. 63 lbs is Velotric's weight without fenders, kickstand and pedals, so the bike as delivered is a little heavier.1
- Ride it like a full-size e-bike. 20-inch wheels with 3-inch tires, a 60 mm suspension fork, a rack rated for 120 lbs and a 608 Wh battery.1
Charging. Fold 1 Plus: 48 V, 2 A charger in the box1. Velotric doesn't state charging times. Charge where you can watch it, never overnight or while you're out, with the charger that came with the bike,8 plugged straight into a wall outlet, not an extension cord.9 Battery safety basics
Fit check
Does it fit you, your load and your stairs?
Checked against Velotric's stated rider heights and max load for both Fold models.1, 4
Velotric Fold 1 Plus
Velotric Fold 1
The offer
Fold 1 Plus or Fold 1?
On the day we checked, the Plus cost less and had more: a torque sensor, a color display, a longer range figure and the free extended warranty year.1, 3, 4
| Spec | Fold 1 Plus | Fold 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Price (seen Nov 8, 2026) | USD 1,1991 | USD 1,2994 |
| Folded size | 37.8" L × 19.7" W × 33.5" H | 37.8" L × 19.7" W × 33.5" H |
| Range, pedal assist* | up to 68 mi (throttle: 45 mi) | up to 55 mi (throttle: 45 mi) |
| Motor | 750 W hub, 75 Nm | 750 W hub (1050 W peak), 70 Nm |
| Battery | 48 V, 608 Wh, UL 2271 | 48 V, 608 Wh, UL 2271 |
| Bike weight | 63 lbs (without fenders, kickstand and pedals) | 63 lbs (without fenders, kickstand and pedals) |
| Max load (bike + you + cargo)** | 450 lbs; rack 120 lbs | 440 lbs; rack 120 lbs |
| You + cargo, after bike weight** | about 387 lbs | about 377 lbs |
| Fitted as standard | Fenders, rear rack, front light, brake light and turn signals | Fenders, rear rack, front and rear lights |
| Rider height | 4'9"–6'5" | 4'9"–6'5" |
| Stand-over height | 400 mm | 400 mm |
| Class | 1 / 2 / 3 | 1 / 2 / 3 |
| Suspension | Hydraulic fork, 60 mm | Coil fork, 60 mm |
| Throttle | Trigger throttle, removable | Thumb throttle, removable |
| Buy | Check Fold 1 Plus at Velotric(paid link) | Check Fold 1 at Velotric(paid link) |
Velotric's terms, in plain words14-day return window (fee), free shipping in the lower 48, 2-year limited warranty, price match, no NYC delivery
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14-day return window, no mileage limit
Velotric calls it a 14-day trial, counted from the day the bike arrives. It sends a prepaid return label after it approves the return; a fee applies (next box).2
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Returns aren't free
Restocking fee: USD 200 for an unused bike, 22 % of the bike price for a used one (about USD 264 on the Fold 1 Plus at today's price). Refunds can also be reduced by delivery-signature, return-shipping and insurance costs.2
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Free shipping in the lower 48
Not to Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico or other territories. Velotric says most orders arrive in 3–5 business days. The bike comes with a toolkit for final assembly.1
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2-year limited warranty
Frame 5 years, battery and electrical parts 2 years, other parts 1 year. Register free within 60 days and Velotric extends battery and electrical cover to 3 years (battery: or 400 charging cycles, whichever comes first) and the frame to 10 (rigid forks stay at 5). Not covered: wear parts (brake pads, tires, tubes, chain, cables), accidents, commercial or rental use. Velotric's full warranty3
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Price match
Same model and color, eBikes only. For orders placed Nov 2–26, 2026 (Velotric's BFCM promotion), the window is 45 days from purchase instead of 14 days from delivery.2
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Not shipping to New York City
Velotric's product pages say it is "temporarily unable to accept e-bike orders shipped to a New York City address" because of city regulations.1
What it costs after you buySpare battery, battery cover, wear parts, service
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The battery that comes with the bike
Covered for 2 years under the limited warranty; with free registration within 60 days, 3 years or 400 charging cycles, whichever comes first.3
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Tires, brake pads, chain, cables
Wear parts the warranty doesn't cover. Budget for them as on any bike; we don't have sourced prices for them yet, so we don't guess.3
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Service
Velotric lists over 1,600 authorized dealers for service and warranty claims. If you miss the free 60-day registration, Velotric's Protection Plan for the extra year costs USD 199 until day 180.3
Honest limits
Skip a folding e-bike if…
- You'll carry it up stairs every day.Folding doesn't make it light: 63 lbs without fenders, kickstand and pedals. Velotric's lightest bike we list, the T1 ST Plus, weighs 39 lbs but doesn't fold.
- Your space is smaller than 37.8 × 19.7 × 33.5 inches.Measure first. That's Velotric's folded size, not a promise for your trunk or closet.
- You ride long distances on rough roads.20-inch wheels and a 60 mm fork. For long or bumpy rides, a full-size commuter or a fat-tire bike suits better.
- You're under 4'9" or over 6'5".That's outside Velotric's stated rider height for both Fold models.
- You need delivery to New York City.Velotric says it can't currently ship e-bikes to NYC addresses.
Not sure folding is right?
The fit tool weighs storage, stairs, distance and terrain, and shows every Velotric model we cover that fits, or none.
Questions before you buy
Will it fit in my car?
Velotric gives the folded size as 37.8 inches long, 19.7 wide and 33.5 high. Measure the opening and the floor of your trunk, not just the volume. Lifting it in means lifting 63 lbs (Velotric's figure without fenders, kickstand and pedals).
Why is the Fold 1 Plus cheaper than the Fold 1?
On Nov 8, 2026, Velotric showed the Fold 1 Plus at USD 1,199 and the Fold 1 at USD 1,299 (Electric Blue), both during its Black Friday offers. Prices change by color and over time; check the current price before you decide.
Can I take it on a train or bus?
That's up to your transit agency, and many have rules for folding bikes, e-bikes and batteries. Check them before you buy, and keep in mind it weighs 63 lbs folded.
Is it a class 1, 2 or 3 e-bike?
Velotric lists class 1, 2 and 3: 20 mph by default, adjustable from 12 to 28 mph, with a throttle. Which class you may ride where depends on your state. Classes in plain words.
How far does it go?
Velotric's figures: up to 68 miles with pedal assist on the Fold 1 Plus (55 on the Fold 1), 45 miles on the throttle, for a 187-lb rider in the lowest assist level on flat roads. Real range is shorter with more load, more assist, hills or cold. What changes range.
What if it doesn't work for me?
You can ask for a return within 14 days of delivery. Velotric deducts USD 200 for an unused bike and 22 % of the bike price for a used one.
Have you tested it?
No. We don't test bikes. This page uses Velotric's spec sheets, warranty and return terms, linked at the bottom. Other folding e-bikes to compare include models from Lectric and Aventon; we don't earn anything from those.
Do you earn money from this page?
Possibly. We've applied to Velotric's affiliate program on Impact; once approved, buying through our links can earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. How we make money.
Measured your space? Check today's price.
Velotric Fold 1 Plus: USD 1,199 at Velotric before sales tax (seen Nov 8, 2026).
- Folds to 37.8 × 19.7 × 33.5 inches
- 63 lbs without fenders, kickstand, pedals: plan for the lift
- 14-day return window; a restocking fee applies
- 2-year limited warranty; free registration extends some parts
Sources (9) · checked Nov 8, 2026
- Velotric: Velotric Fold 1 Plus Ebike, product page and specs (seen 2026-11-08)
- Velotric: Return & Refund Policy (14-day trial, restocking fees, price match) (2026-06-04; checked 2026-11-08)
- Velotric: Velotric Warranty (2-year limited warranty, coverage upgrade) (seen 2026-11-08)
- Velotric: Velotric Fold 1 Ebike, product page and specs (seen 2026-11-08)
- Velotric: Velotric T1 ST Plus, product page and specs (seen 2026-11-08)
- PeopleForBikes: Electric Bicycle Law Basics (primer, July 2023) (July 2023; checked 2026-11-08)
- Velotric: Velotric Discover 3 Ebike, product page and specs (seen 2026-11-08)
- CPSC: Micromobility: E-Bikes, E-Scooters and Hoverboards (seen 2026-11-08)
- FDNY: Lithium-ion batteries and micromobility devices: safety tips for retailers and consumers (PDF) (seen 2026-11-08)
Fold 1 Plus · USD 1,199 before sales tax