Actbest Triker Plus vs Aipas A8 Max Trekker EtrikeTriker Plus vs A8 Max Trekker Etrike
Both checked Sep 2026 against manufacturer pages
Key differences
What actually differs
Both fold.
Weight
Aipas is 2 lb lighter
Actbest
101.4 lb
Aipas
99 lb total
Total load
Aipas carries 100 lb more
Actbest
500 lb
Aipas
600 lb
Rider plus cargo.
Battery
Aipas has 15% more
Actbest
~749 Wh
Aipas
~864 Wh
Actbest figure calculated from 48V × 15.6Ah. Aipas figure calculated from 48V × 18Ah.
Top speed
Aipas is 2.5 mph faster
Actbest
16 mph
Aipas
18.5 mph
Aipas is outside Class 1–2.
Verdict
Which one for you
- Easiest to lift or carryAipas A8 Max Trekker Etrike2 lb lighter overall.
- Longest ridesAipas A8 Max Trekker EtrikeLarger battery. Both range claims are the brand's, not tested.
Full specs
Side by side
SpecActbest Triker PlusAipas A8 Max Trekker Etrike
Fit
Rider height
5′4″–6′3″
4′10″–6′7″
Seat height
Not published by brand
Geometry chart: Min seat height 28", Maximum seat height 36"; also Min seat to floor…
Total load
500 lb
600 lbBetter
Seats
1 rider
Not published by brand
Motor
Rated power
500W
1300W
Peak power
1,200W
Not published by brand
Torque
Not published by brand
100 Nm
Battery
Capacity
~749 Wh
~864 WhBetter
Voltage and amp-hours
48V · 15.6Ah
48V · 18Ah
Battery weight
Not published by brand
9 lb
Range and speed
Claimed range
30-60 miles (pedal assist)
Pedal assist 90 miles; electric-only 40 milesBetter
Top speed
16 mph
18.5 mph
E-bike class
Class 2
Outside Class 1–3
Size and folding
Folds
Yes
Yes
Folded size
Not published by brand
41 × 28 × 28″
Weight
101.4 lb
90 lb + 9 lb batteryBetter
Wheels
20"
20"
Brakes and drivetrain
Brakes
Triple Hydraulic Brakes (all three wheels)
180mm dual hydraulic disc brakes
Parking brake
Not published by brand
Yes
Gears
Shimano 7-Speed
Shimano 7-speed (14-28T)
Rear differential
Yes
Yes
Reverse
Not published by brand
Yes
Comfort and safety
Suspension
Hydraulic Suspension Front Fork, adjustable preload + lockout
Front suspension fork, 100mm travel, lockout
Certifications
Battery tested to ANSI/CAN/UL/ULC 2271:2018; e-bike electrical system certified to…
Battery MSDS & UN38.3; charger UL/FCC
List price
Price
$999
$969Better
"Better" marks the stronger figure where one clearly exists. Range and battery claims are the brand's own. "~" means we calculated it. "—" means we haven't checked it yet. Sources and any conflicting figures are on each model page.