Heybike Alpha Mid-Drive Fat Tire Electric Bike Canada

Heybike Alpha mid-drive fat tire electric bike

The Heybike Alpha is an all-terrain electric bike built around a Mivice 500W mid-drive motor and torque sensor. The pedal-assist system responds to rider input for a more natural feel on rolling routes, hills, paved paths, and loose surfaces than a basic hub-drive setup.

The Canadian Heybike catalogue currently offers the Alpha in two frame-and-colour configurations: a Galaxy Black step-over and a Pearl White step-through. Availability is shown on the selector for each configuration.

Ride feel and capability

• Mivice 500W mid-drive motor with up to 105 Nm of claimed torque
• Torque sensor and five pedal-assist levels
• 48V 14.2Ah, 680Wh removable lithium-ion battery
• Up to 60 miles, about 96 km, of claimed range
• 26 x 4 in. puncture-protection fat tires
• Hydraulic front suspension and hydraulic disc brakes
• Shimano Altus 8-speed drivetrain
• Rear rack, fenders, integrated lighting, LCD display, and app connection

Fit, payload, and Canadian riding

The manufacturer lists a 400 lb maximum payload and a 71.6 lb bike weight. The step-through frame is listed for riders about 5 ft 1 in. to 6 ft 1 in.; the step-over is listed for about 5 ft 3 in. to 6 ft 3 in. The bike system is certified to UL 2849 and the battery to UL 2271.

Heybike lists a 28 mph maximum speed. Rules for power-assisted bicycles, speed, throttle use, helmets, and route access vary by province and municipality. Confirm the rules that apply where the bike will be ridden.