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Should you buy one?
The Ziprs F1 stood out as one of the best e-bikes I tested in 2021, and it’s still one of the best-designed folding e-bikes I’ve used for a paved commute. It’s light, it folds in under 30 seconds, a magnet holds the two halves together, and a little front roller wheel lets you push it around folded. The 350W motor felt like a 500W motor to me at 200 lbs.
The big catch is that you probably can’t buy one new. Ziprs was a new company and this was its first e-bike. By the end of 2021, ziprs.com was redirecting to a domain sale page, and I couldn’t find an official Ziprs product page as of Oct 22, 2026. Treat this review as a guide to buying a used F1, and check the condition of the battery carefully, since there may be no company to back the warranty.
As of Oct 22, 2026, my original Ziprs affiliate link no longer works, so there’s no buy link on this page.
Quick specs
There’s no official Ziprs spec page left, so these are the numbers from my video. I couldn’t verify a bike weight anywhere, so it isn’t listed. There’s no suspension.
| Ziprs F1 (my video) | |
|---|---|
| Motor (W, rear hub) | 350 |
| Battery (Wh) | 345 |
| Rated range (mi) | 45 |
| Charge time (hours) | 5 |
| Throttle top speed (mph) | 20 |
| Pedal assist levels | 3 |
| Front chainrings | 1 |
| Rear gears | 6 |
| Max load, lower figure I gave (lbs) | 260 |
| My miles at review time (mi) | 10.9 |
| Fold or unfold time, about (seconds) | 30 |
| Price in 2021 (USD) | 1,499 |
| Price with my 2021 link (USD) | 1,350 |
Two numbers need explaining. Weight limit: I said 265 lbs early in the video and 260 later, so plan on 260. Speed: I said it reaches Class 2 speed (20 mph on throttle) and also mentioned 28 mph on pedal assist. A Class 2 bike tops out at 20 mph on pedal assist too, so those don’t fit one class, and I never measured a pedal assist top speed. See my e-bike classes guide for how the classes work.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Light magnesium alloy frame that’s still full size
- Folds and unfolds in about 30 seconds
- A magnet holds it together when folded, which I want every brand to copy
- Small front roller wheel so you can push it while folded
- Fits easily in a Model 3, and you could take it on a bus
- 350W motor that felt like 500W, even up significant inclines
- Removable battery with a great handle
- Twist throttle, bell and a loud horn
- Front headlight
- Disc brakes brought me to a full stop with no problem
- Ultra cushiony seat; I didn’t miss having suspension on paved paths
- Clean all-black design with reflective whitewall tires
- Integrated mud flaps
Cons
- No rear tail light, just a reflector
- Battery sits under a rubber flap that isn’t very secure
- My left grip twisted from the factory (early production bike)
- No suspension, so it’s paved roads only
- The pedal can tip it over while folded
- The double lock on the center bracket confused me the first time
- The company appears to be gone
Controls and display
On the right side there’s the shifter (one gear up front, six in the back), a twist throttle and the rear brake. Underneath the throttle there’s a nice loud horn, which is really useful in city traffic. On the left is the display with the front brake and a bell.
The display is minimal and isn’t color, but it shows everything you need, and it matches the all-black look. There are three pedal assist modes, with 3 giving the most assist. If you want miles per hour instead of kilometers, hold up and down for a couple of seconds and use the power button to find the setting.
Holding the up button turns on the front headlight. There’s no rear tail light, just a reflector. If you ride at night, add one.
The grip fix
The left grip was twisting from the factory. It’s an easy fix: spray a little hairspray inside the grip and it stops twisting. I probably had this issue because mine was an early production model.
Battery and charging
The battery sits under a little rubberized flap. This was my second gripe. The flap isn’t very secure, and it’s protecting probably the most expensive part of the bike.
The battery itself is great. Ziprs rated it at 345Wh and up to 45 miles, depending on how much you pedal and which assist mode you use. A turn of the key pulls it out, so you can park the bike outside your office and carry the small battery inside. It has a great handle. A full charge takes about five hours, which is plenty of time to be done while you’re at work.
Frame, fit and brakes
I’m about 6’1” and 200 lbs. The F1 is slightly smaller than the Aventon Sinch I reviewed before it, but it’s still a full-size magnesium alloy frame, so it’s very lightweight and compact. It’s a step-through design, all matte black, with cool rims and reflective whitewall tires. The flip pedals take up even less space when folded.
The disc brakes brought me to a full stop with no problem.
Motor and ride
The F1 has a 350W rear hub motor. Most of the bikes I review are 500W, but because the frame is so light, this one felt like 500W to me. It had no problem pushing me up significant inclines on pedal assist, and I could reach max speed on throttle only.
There’s no suspension at all. The only cushioning comes from the air in the tires and the seat. On some pretty big bumps I had more trouble with my camera than with the ride, because the seat is ultra cushiony. This is a city commuter. If your commute includes dirt or off-road trails, pick a different e-bike.
It was so comfortable and easy to pedal that I did a lot of pedaling.
What the specs mean on the road
350W motor on a light frame. I credited the light magnesium frame for making this 350W bike feel like a 500W one.
345Wh battery, 45 miles. That’s a small battery, and Ziprs said the 45 miles depends on how much you pedal and which assist mode you use. I hadn’t done my range test when I filmed.
1 x 6 gearing. One chainring and six rear gears.
No suspension. Without a fork or rear shock, the tires and seat take every bump. That’s fine on pavement and why I call it a city commuter.
260 lb limit. The limit includes you and anything you carry. I’m 200 lbs, so I was inside it. Riders near 260 should look for a higher rating.
Folding
This is the best part. The F1 is light and folds easily, so it’s simple to throw in the back of my Model 3, or take on a bus.
The first time I folded it, I was looking for the usual hook or front kickstand, and instead found a small front wheel. When folded, you can roll it around without lifting it.
Ziprs also put a magnet and plate on the wheels, so the bike stays together when folded. One of my biggest gripes with folding e-bikes is that the front and back wheels don’t stay together. This makes it one unit that’s easy to lift into a trunk.
To unfold it, I pry it apart with my leg to release the magnet, and in under 30 seconds it’s completely secured. The double lock on the big center bracket gave me a little trouble the first time, just because I wasn’t familiar with it.
Before you fold it, the seat goes down. There’s a little button that stops the seat from dropping too far, because the battery pack sits under it.
One time, the pedal hit before the little center wheel did and the bike tipped over. The pedal wouldn’t twist out of the way, so I just lifted the front and rolled it on the two back wheels, which was just as easy. That means getting it through a lobby or out of an office building, then unfolding it on a busy sidewalk, really isn’t a big deal.
Build quality
Apart from the battery flap, I said Ziprs didn’t cheap out anywhere. The battery, the rims, the disc brakes and the lighter frame all felt like premium parts to me. I planned to keep the bike and do a max range test in a later update video.
How it compares
| Ziprs F1 | Aventon Sinch (2020) | Gyroor C5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motor (W) | 350 | 500 sustained, 750 peak | 500 |
| Battery | 345Wh | 48V | 48V 12Ah |
| Rated range (mi) | 45 | 40 | Not listed |
| Suspension | None | Not listed | Front and rear |
| Fat tires | No | Yes | Yes, 20 x 4 in |
| Folds | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Price, USD | 1,499 (2021) | Not listed | Not listed |
Ziprs and Sinch figures are from my videos. Gyroor figures are from my video and Gyroor’s blog.
- Aventon Sinch: a bigger, more powerful fat tire folder.
- Gyroor C5 Max: a fat tire folder with front and rear suspension.
Who it’s for
- Car-plus-bike commuters. Drive to a free lot, unfold, ride the last few miles.
- Bus and train riders. It’s light and it stays together folded.
- Riders on paved paths and bike lanes.
Who should look elsewhere
- Off-road or dirt commuters. No suspension.
- Night riders who won’t add a tail light.
- Anyone who wants a warranty. The company appears to be gone.
FAQ
Is Ziprs still in business?
I couldn’t find an official Ziprs site as of Oct 22, 2026. By the end of 2021, ziprs.com was redirecting to a domain sale page.
How long does the battery take to charge?
About five hours.
How far does it go?
Ziprs rated it for 45 miles. I’d only put 10.9 miles on it when I filmed the review, so I hadn’t done my own range test yet.
Does it fit in a car?
It went easily into the back of my Model 3.
Does it have suspension?
No. The tires and the very cushy seat are the only cushioning.
How much weight can it carry?
I said it was rated for 265 lbs, and later in the video I said 260. Plan on the lower number.
Price
In 2021, the F1 was $1,499 on Ziprs’ website, and my link took another $150 off, to about $1,350. As of Oct 22, 2026, I couldn’t find a current official price because the Ziprs website is gone. For bikes you can buy today, see my list of the best e-bikes under $2,000.
