Buzz Charter F

This model doesn’t offer much in terms of performance—it has limited range, lackluster hillclimbing and cruising performance, and only mediocre acceleration. But it is easy to fold and store, and isn’t insanely heavy like some other folding models CR has tested. It also has a novel feature that might make it harder for thieves to abscond with your expensive e-bike battery—it’s mounted in the seat post and connected with a detachable wire, which means you can grab the seat and post and bring them with you if you have to lock up the bike outside.

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How did it perform in our expert lab testing?

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Current Range of Tested Electric Bikes

What goes into the Overall Score?

Range

/ 5

Acceleration

/ 5

Control response

/ 5

Braking

/ 5

Hill climb

/ 5

Unassisted hill climb

/ 5

Unassisted cruising

/ 5

Portability

/ 5

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The Buzz Charter F folding class 1 electric bike is, overall, a good choice.

Features & Specs

Features

Motor

Hub

Trip computer

Headlight

Brake light

Battery removable

Yes

Quick-release front wheel

Quick-release rear wheel

Seat type

Comfort

Brake type

Cable pull Caliper

Specs

Type

Weight

39 lbs.

Range (Miles)

Watts

250

Battery capacity

5.8 AHrs, 208.8 WHrs

Tire size

20X1.75

Number of gears

Assist levels

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Buzz Charter F

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Overall Score

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