"Almost every bit of bike testing I've done starts out the same way. After assembling the bike, I set the seatpost to its maximum possible height, take it on a short test ride, and try to figure out new and creative phrasing to describe the same old problem: The frame isn't quite big enough to accommodate my legs. While I'm on the tall side at a bit over six feet (~190 cm),"
"So imagine my surprise when, within two blocks of my first ride on the XPress 750, I had to pull off to the side of the street and lower the seat. This was especially notable given that the XPress is a budget bike (currently on sale for just under $1,000.00) that is only offered in a single frame size. So kudos to Lectric for giving me a comfortable and enjoyable ride, and doing so with a lot of features I wouldn't expect at this price"
"Lectric is not a household name, but the company says its XPress foldable bike is the bestselling model in the US, making it a major vendor in that market. It's gotten there largely through affordability, with none of its models costing over $2,000.00. Within that limit, however, the company tries to remain responsive to its users' needs, as its intro video for the latest version of the XPress makes clear."
The XPress 750 delivers an unexpectedly comfortable fit for taller riders, achieving good seatpost and frame accommodation despite being offered in a single size. The bike retails just under $1,000 and packs features uncommon at that price point, although cost constraints required compromises in components and design. Lectric has grown through affordability, keeping models under $2,000 and prioritizing user responsiveness. The XPress is not foldable and comes in both step-through and step-over frames; the reviewed step-over version is a hybrid-style bike suitable for commuting, errands, and light sporty riding.
Read at Ars Technica
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