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Vélo électrique pliant Thunder enjambeur F500

Vélo électrique pliant Thunder enjambeur F500

$1,800.00 CAD
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Le Thunder Folding Step-Over F500 est un vélo électrique pliant conçu pour les transports mixtes, le rangement en appartement et les déplacements urbains compacts. Il combine une batterie Samsung Li-ion de 48 V 15 Ah (720 Wh) offrant jusqu'à 90 km d'autonomie ou une batterie Samsung Li-ion de 48 V 20 Ah offrant jusqu'à 125 km d'autonomie, avec un moteur Bafang Hub Motor 500 W 48 V G060 d'une puissance de 80 N.m.

Découvrez le Thunder Step-Over F500 : un mélange puissant de performance et de commodité. Ses caractéristiques principales incluent une batterie Samsung Li-ion de 48 V 15 Ah / 48 V 20 Ah, des freins à disque mécaniques Tektro – disque Tektro de 180 mm, et des pneus de 20” x 4”. Disponible via ProMechBC avec un support local à Vancouver, possibilité de retrait et de conseils après l'achat.

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1-year local warranty · in-house service team
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Shipping & Returns

Retrait en magasin disponible. Un soutien local et des conseils d'entretien pour vélos électriques sont disponibles via ProMechBC. Les retours et échanges sont soumis à la politique du magasin, à l'état du produit et à l'éligibilité.

Fit & Sizing

Idéal pour les cyclistes qui souhaitent un rangement et un transport plus faciles, ainsi qu'une flexibilité pour les transports multimodaux ou la vie en appartement.

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Bafang Hub Motor 500W 48V G060 80 N.m Motor power
Up to 48V 15Ah 720Wh Samsung Li-ion - Up to 90 km range / 48V 20Ah Samsung Li-ion - Up to 125 km range Range per charge
Price match guarantee* Get the best price (conditions apply)
Vancouver workshop Free local pickup — 1199 Grant St.
Why riders choose the Thunder Folding Step-Over F500

Thunder Folding Step-Over F500: Folding Fat-Tire Features

Every figure below is labelled with where it comes from, so a manufacturer’s claim never reads as a measurement.

01 Folding performance

500W Bafang motor with up to 80 N·m torque

The Thunder Folding Step-Over F500 uses a 500W Bafang G060 rear hub motor with up to 80 N·m of torque.

  • 500 WBafang motor
  • 80 N·mTorque
  • G060Rear hub

Real-world assistance varies with rider load, terrain and battery state.

500W Bafang motor with up to 80 N·m torque
Thunder Folding Step-Over F500 Electric Bike — Bafang Hub Motor 500W 48V G060 80 N.m
02 Battery and range

15Ah or 20Ah Samsung battery with up to 125 km claimed

Choose a 48V 15Ah or 48V 20Ah Samsung lithium-ion battery. Thunder lists up to 90 km for the 15Ah version and up to 125 km for the 20Ah version under favourable conditions.

Actual range depends on assist level, rider weight, hills, temperature, wind, tire pressure, and frequent starts.

  • 48 VBattery
  • 15 / 20 AhBattery options
  • 125 kmMax claimed range

Range depends on assist level, hills, rider load, temperature and tire pressure.

15Ah or 20Ah Samsung battery with up to 125 km claimed
Thunder Folding Step-Over F500 Electric Bike — range
03 Braking and traction

180mm mechanical brakes with 20 × 4-inch fat tires

Mechanical disc brakes with 180 mm rotors work with 20 × 4-inch fat tires and front suspension for stable mixed-surface riding.

  • 180 mmMechanical rotors
  • 20 × 4 inFat tires
  • FrontSuspension

Cable adjustment, pad condition and tire pressure affect braking performance.

180mm mechanical brakes with 20 × 4-inch fat tires
Thunder Folding Step-Over F500 Electric Bike — 20” x 4"
04 Portability

Folding frame for compact storage and transport

The frame folds to approximately 39 × 19 × 28.5 inches, making the F500 easier to store or transport than a full-size fat-tire e-bike.

  • 39 × 19 × 28.5 inFolded size
  • FoldableFrame
  • 20 inWheel format

Folding reduces storage size, not necessarily lifting weight; test the carry if stairs are part of daily use.

05 Drivetrain

Shimano 7-speed gearing for everyday versatility

A Shimano 7-speed drivetrain gives the Folding Step-Over F500 useful mechanical gearing for hills, cruising and lower-assist riding.

  • 7-speedShimano drivetrain
  • Pedal assistElectric support
  • FoldableUse case

Mechanical gear choice remains important for cadence and drivetrain efficiency.

Rouler en hiver : les avantages des pneus larges pour votre vélo électrique

Le cyclisme en hiver présente des défis, mais choisir les bons pneus pour votre vélo électrique peut améliorer considérablement votre expérience. Les pneus larges s’imposent comme le premier choix pour traverser les conditions enneigées, pluvieuses et glissantes, grâce à leur capacité de charge accrue et à leur surface plus large, assurant une conduite stable et confortable.

Un avantage notable des pneus larges réside dans leur polyvalence sur différents terrains. Ils excellent en offrant une traction supérieure sur les routes verglacées et les sentiers enneigés, inspirant une plus grande confiance et un meilleur contrôle, en particulier dans les environnements hivernaux exigeants.

De plus, le profil plus large des pneus joue un rôle crucial dans la répartition uniforme du poids, réduisant le risque de s’enfoncer dans la neige molle ou la boue. Cette caractéristique améliore leur adéquation au cyclisme hivernal, où les conditions du sol ont tendance à être imprévisibles.

Que vous naviguiez dans les rues urbaines glissantes ou que vous affrontiez des sentiers de montagne accidentés recouverts de neige, les pneus larges s’avèrent la solution optimale pour les défis du cyclisme hivernal. Grâce à leur capacité de charge accrue, à leur conduite confortable et à leur traction améliorée, les pneus larges assurent un roulement en douceur tout au long de la saison hivernale.


Real-world range

How far it actually goes.

One number would be easier to print and harder to trust. Here is what the manufacturer claims, and what actually changes it.

90–125 km Manufacturer claim, ideal conditions
Full specification

Every number, in one place.

Pulled straight from the product record — if it changes on the bench, it changes here.

Power
MotorBafang G060 500W 48V rear hub motor
Motor torque80 N·m
Top assisted speed-
Pedal assist levels & throttle-
Drivetrain / gearsShimano Tourney TX50R7CT 7-speed
Pedal Assist & Throttle Pedal assist; thumb throttle
Battery & charging
Battery capacity48V 15Ah or 48V 20Ah Samsung Li-ion
Range (manufacturer claim)Up to 90 km (15Ah) / 125 km (20Ah)
Charging time-
Battery removable-
Safety
Brake systemTektro mechanical disc brakes, 180 mm
Suspension / fork travel-
Tyres20 × 4 in Kenda fat tires with reflective sidewall
LightingHeadlight
Front Suspension MOZO adjustable preload fork with lockout, 100–120 mm travel
Dimensions & weight
Weight28 kg (61.8 lb)
Max total load-
Frame size & standover-
Design & connectivity
Frame material-
Certifications & compliance
BC legal class-

Specifications are supplied by the manufacturer and can change between production runs. We update this page when we are told they have.

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12-month warranty

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Price match guarantee*

Find the same product for less at an authorized Canadian dealer and we'll match it — you keep the local build, tuning and support.

Trusted local support

Bought here. Fixed here. By the people who built it.

Every ride leaves our bench assembled, torqued to spec and safety-checked — and stays local if it ever needs attention.

  • In-house assembly & safety check before pickup
  • Warranty work handled by our own technicians
  • Genuine parts stocked, plus a free 30-day tune-up
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Frequently asked questions

The Thunder Folding Step-Over F500 is a 20-inch fat-tire folding e-bike designed for commuting, delivery use, travel, and riders who need a smaller storage footprint. Its folding frame makes it easier to fit into vehicles, condos, and storage rooms than a full-size fat-tire bike.

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Riding safely and legally in Vancouver

Know the local rules for e-scooters, gear up properly, and keep your ride maintained. Our team can walk you through everything at pickup.

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