Addmotor Freetan M-368X Full-Suspension Semi-Recumbent Electric Trike

An 11.4-Inch Standover, a Seat That Reclines to 170°, and Steering That Doesn’t Flop. The Freetan M-368X Is the Trike for Riders Who Were Told to Stop Riding.

Most electric trikes solve one problem — balance — and leave the others in place: you still swing a leg over a frame, you still perch on a saddle, and at walking speed the front wheel still wants to fall over into the turn. The Freetan M-368X is Addmotor’s attempt to fix all three at once. It has an 11.4-inch standover on a one-piece 6061 aluminium frame you step into rather than over; a chair-style seat whose backrest reclines from 90° to 170° and slides fore and aft; and a steel gear-mesh universal-joint steering system that Addmotor built specifically to separate steering input from suspension movement and kill the low-speed wheel flop that makes many trikes feel nervous in a parking lot.

Under the rider sits genuine full suspension — an ADDSHOX oil-spring fork with 80 mm of travel up front and a coil-spring shock at the rear — a torque sensor that meters assist to how hard you actually pedal, a rear differential so the two back wheels can turn at different speeds through corners, a dedicated parking brake, and a 48V 20Ah Samsung-cell battery (960 Wh) that Addmotor rates at up to 137 km at the lowest assist level. Addmotor publishes a rider fit window of 5′1″ to 6′7″ on one frame, a 380 lb total payload (280 lb rider + 100 lb in the rear basket), and a U-turn inside roughly 2 metres.

It is also the most expensive Addmotor trike we stock, it weighs 148 lb, and it stops on mechanical rather than hydraulic discs. We cover all three below, honestly, because the rider this trike is built for — someone coming back to riding after a back, hip, or knee problem, or someone who has simply stopped trusting two wheels — deserves the whole picture before spending this kind of money.

Available in Orange, Gulf Blue, Green, Mint Green, and Blue — all with Addmotor’s signature orange rims. Free Canada-wide shipping — ships within 3–7 business days. 🇨🇦 Ships from Canada · 1-866-938-7580 — real humans answer · 15-day return policy on unused, unopened items.

Watch the Assembly Before You Order

This is Addmotor’s own six-minute assembly video for the Freetan 368X, published on the official Addmotor channel. Addmotor ships the trike 85% pre-assembled; the video shows the rest. We link it rather than a review because it answers the question that actually decides returns on a 148 lb trike: what you personally have to do after the crate arrives. Watch it first — if any step looks like more than you want to take on, call 1-866-938-7580 and we will walk you through it at no charge in your first month.

Why the Freetan M-368X Is a Different Kind of Trike

Semi-recumbent trikes are not new — Addmotor’s own Arisetan II M-360 has been the reference for three years. What the Freetan changes is the list of things you have to put up with to get the reclined seat. Here is what that actually buys a Canadian rider:

• The universal-joint steering is the headline, and it is not marketing. Addmotor states it spent two years on the M-368X specifically to solve low-speed steering stability. The steering column runs through a dual-section steel gear-mesh universal joint, so steering input and suspension travel are decoupled: the fork can move over a bump without tugging the bars, and the near-vertical fork angle resists the wheel-flop that makes conventional trikes want to fall into a slow turn. Addmotor states a turning radius of roughly 2 metres — a U-turn inside a single traffic lane. If you have ridden a trike that felt twitchy walking through a parking lot, this is the part that fixes it.
• 11.4 inches is the number that matters most for the rider this is built for. That is the standover height — the height of the frame where you step in. The Arisetan II M-360 is 26.7 inches. At 11.4 inches you step in the way you step into a bathtub, not over a bar, and with a 3.5-inch centre of gravity the trike stays planted while you do it. For someone with a replaced hip, a stiff knee, or a partner who is worried about them, that difference decides whether the trike gets ridden.
• Full suspension on a trike is rarer than it should be. Three wheels means every root, curb cut, and frost heave reaches you through three contact patches instead of two. The Freetan puts an ADDSHOX oil-spring fork with 80 mm of travel and 32.5 mm steel stanchions up front and a coil-spring shock under the seat. Addmotor’s own Arisetan carries a 25 mm-travel fork and no rear suspension. On a two-hour ride, that is the difference between a sore lower back and none.
• One frame that genuinely fits from 5′1″ to 6′7″. The seat cushion slides, the backrest reclines from 90° to 170°, the footrest slides, and the handlebar adjusts for both height and angle — a reach range of 17.7 to 35.4 inches. Addmotor publishes the fit window; the Arisetan’s is 5′7″ to 6′6″. If a shorter rider in your household has been sized out of trikes before, measure them against this one first.
• The differential and parking brake are the parts you stop noticing — which is the point. Without a differential, a trike scrubs its inside rear tire through every corner. With one, both rear wheels drive and turn at their own speeds. The dedicated parking brake holds the trike on a slope while you load a basket or climb off — a real safety feature on 148 lb.

Key Features

• Rear-Drive Hub Motor with Torque Sensor and Differential — Addmotor’s product page says “Rear-Drive Motor”; its blog and launch press release describe a 750W hub delivering up to 1,400W peak and 90 N·m on the EB 2.0 control platform with a 25A controller. The torque sensor is the part that changes the ride: assist arrives in proportion to how hard you push, with no dead pedal-stroke before the motor wakes up, which on a trike you start from a standstill dozens of times a ride is the difference between smooth and lurchy. Seven assist levels plus a half-twist throttle.
• 48V 20Ah Samsung-Cell Battery (960 Wh), “Xuanwu” Construction — Addmotor describes a fully potted pack — the cells encapsulated in thermally conductive silicone for shock protection and heat dissipation — inside an aluminium alloy casing. Removable, with a magnetic 5-pin 48V 2.0A charger; Addmotor’s FAQ quotes 8–10 hours for a full charge. Addmotor rates range at up to 137 km at PAS 1; see the Zeus estimate in the spec table for a working number.
• Full Suspension — ADDSHOX 80 mm Oil-Spring Fork + Rear Coil-Spring Shock — The fork runs 32.5 mm steel stanchions per Addmotor’s launch release; the rear shock sits under the seat. Together with the 20 × 4.0-inch fat tires on aluminium double-wall rims, this is what lets the trike cross gravel, grass, packed sand, and broken pavement without transmitting it to a spine that has already had enough.
• Steel Gear-Mesh Universal-Joint Steering — Decouples steering from suspension movement, holds a near-vertical fork angle, and delivers Addmotor’s stated ~2 m turning radius. This is the Freetan’s signature engineering and the reason it exists as a separate model from the Arisetan.
• Ultra-Low One-Piece 6061 Aluminium Frame, 11.4″ Standover — Formed from a single bent tube with a continuous 90° bend rather than welded sections in the high-stress zone, with all cables and wiring routed internally. Total length 83.5″, width 31.9″, wheelbase 60.2″.
• Adjustable PU Seat with 90°–170° Reclining Backrest — A 17.3 × 13.7-inch cushion, 3.9 inches thick, sliding fore and aft; a 15.7 × 15.3-inch backrest with multiple recline positions. Sit upright to see traffic; recline for a long path ride. Addmotor pitches it at riders with lower-back and hip pain and rehabilitation users, and the geometry supports that.
• Triple 180 mm Mechanical Disc Brakes + Parking Brake — One rotor per wheel, cable-actuated. Mechanical discs are simpler to service at home than hydraulics and every bike shop in Canada can adjust them, but they need periodic cable tensioning to keep lever feel consistent — see the honest take below.
• Shimano 7-Speed Drivetrain with Motorcycle-Grade Secondary Chain — A named Shimano derailleur and shifter, plus a thickened motorcycle-type chain on the motor-to-differential drive that Addmotor reinforced specifically against stretch and breakage under high torque.
• Addmotor 5-Inch LCD, 40-Lux Headlight, 5-in-1 Rear Light — The display carries speed, battery, distance, and assist level. Addmotor states a 40-lux ISO-compliant headlight and a rear module combining brake light, turn signals, hazard, tail, and running light, all powered from the main battery. Rear rack (21.6 × 13.9 × 9.8″) rated to 100 lb, trailer-compatible.

Everything Included

• Addmotor Freetan M-368X electric trike (85% pre-assembled, per Addmotor)
• 48V 20Ah Samsung-cell battery (960 Wh)
• 48V 2.0A magnetic 5-pin charger
• Heavy-duty rear cargo basket (listed in Addmotor’s published in-the-box FAQ)

Final assembly required — Addmotor’s own video above shows every step. Addmotor publishes an 85% pre-assembly figure but no assembly time, so we do not quote one. Given the trike’s weight, we recommend two people for unboxing. If you would rather not do it yourself, call 1-866-938-7580 and we will walk you through it, step by step, at no charge in your first month.

The Honest Take — What We’d Change

Four trade-offs worth knowing before you buy:

1. Mechanical discs, not hydraulic, on a 148 lb trike. Addmotor fits cable-actuated 180 mm discs on all three wheels. They stop the trike, they are easy to service, and the parking brake is a genuine plus — but cable systems drift as pads wear and need re-tensioning, where hydraulics self-adjust. Both Meet One trikes in the comparison below run hydraulic discs at lower prices. If you carry a full 100 lb basket down hills regularly, weigh that.
2. 148 lb, and it does not fold. That is 40 lb heavier than the Arisetan II M-360 and 20 lb heavier than the Breeze Pro 2.0. The full suspension, the U-joint assembly, and the one-piece frame all add mass. You will not lift it; you will roll it. Plan storage with a level, ground-floor approach and measure your doorway against 31.9 inches of width before ordering.
3. The 2.0A charger is slow. Addmotor’s own FAQ says 8–10 hours to full. That is overnight, every time. It is fine if you charge after each ride; it is a constraint if you want to ride morning and afternoon on one day.
4. Motor wattage lives in Addmotor’s press materials, not on the product page. We flag this because it matters twice: once for the Canadian legal picture above, and once because you cannot compare the Freetan’s 750W / 1,400W peak against a nominally-rated competitor from Addmotor’s spec sheet alone. We have attributed every power figure on this page to the exact Addmotor source it came from.

Those trade-offs are worth accepting for one specific rider: someone whose body has made a normal upright bike, or a normal upright trike, uncomfortable or unsafe — and who wants a machine designed around that fact rather than adapted to it. That rider is served better here than by anything else we stock.

Full Specifications

Who Is This Trike For?

• Riders whose back, hips, or knees have ended their relationship with an upright saddle — The reclining backrest, the low seat, and the forward pedal position take the load off exactly the joints an upright bike stresses. Addmotor built it for lower-back and hip pain and rehabilitation riders, and the geometry backs the claim. See our guide to eBikes for seniors → and our comfortable eBike seat guide →
• Riders who want to keep riding but no longer trust two wheels — A 3.5-inch centre of gravity, three fat tires, a differential, and steering that does not flop at walking pace. That combination is what confidence at a stop sign actually feels like. See our electric trikes in Canada guide →
• Shorter riders who have been sized out of trikes before — A published 5′1″ minimum and an 11.4-inch standover, on a seat and bar that both adjust. Measure against Addmotor’s numbers rather than assuming; inseam matters more than height.
• Heavier riders and riders who haul — 280 lb on the seat plus 100 lb in the rear basket, on a one-piece frame Addmotor reinforced against torsion under load, with a trailer-compatible rack. See our guide to eBikes for heavier riders →

Who it’s NOT for: Riders who need to be within the PAB numbers on paper — the Meet One Breeze Pro 2.0 → lists at 500W on Meet One’s Canadian site, or browse street-legal eBikes at Zeus →. Riders who need to lift or fold their trike into a car or an apartment — 148 lb does neither; the Breeze Pro 2.0 folds and weighs 128 lb. Riders who want hydraulic brakes as a hard requirement — both Meet One trikes below have them, and the Tour 2.0 → adds dual motors and a 2,400 Wh battery on top. Anyone shopping for the least expensive semi-recumbent — the Arisetan II M-360 → gives up the full suspension, the U-joint, and 15 inches of standover for $1,300 less.

How It Compares — 4 Semi-Recumbent & Full-Suspension Trikes at Zeus

All prices in CAD, August 2026, base configuration. Scroll right on mobile to see all columns.

N/P = not published by the manufacturer. *Freetan motor, peak, and torque figures are from Addmotor’s blog and July 2026 launch press release; the Canadian product page lists “Rear-Drive Motor” only. †Meet One’s Canadian listing for the Breeze Pro 2.0 states a 500W motor with no peak figure; Meet One’s US listing shows 750W. Arisetan and Freetan Samsung-cell claims, Tour 2.0 and Breeze Pro 2.0 cell claims are the manufacturers’. Range figures are manufacturer claims under favourable conditions, not tested results — see the Zeus Canadian Estimate above. Sources: manufacturer product pages (ca.addmotor.com, addmotor.com, meetonetrike.com, ca.meetonetrike.com) and Zeus eBikes Canada, August 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Addmotor Freetan M-368X legal to ride on public roads and paths in Canada?

It meets the speed limit but not the wattage limit. Canadian e-bike rules are set provincially and converge on the Power-Assisted Bicycle limits: 500W nominal motor output, motor assist ending at 32 km/h, and operable pedals. Addmotor caps the Freetan M-368X at 32 km/h and it has working pedals, but Addmotor’s own blog and its July 2026 launch press release describe the motor as a 750W rear hub, which exceeds the 500W nominal PAB limit. Legally, then, it does not meet the PAB definition in any province. In practice, provincial enforcement across Canada is overwhelmingly speed-focused rather than wattage-focused, so 750W trikes limited to 32 km/h are widely ridden on Canadian roads and paths — but we will not tell you it is PAB-compliant when it is not. Quebec applies stricter moped-classification rules above the PAB limit. Canadian eBike laws by province →

What motor does the Freetan M-368X actually have? Addmotor’s page only says “Rear-Drive Motor”.

Correct — Addmotor’s Canadian product page lists the motor only as “Rear-Drive Motor” with no wattage, torque, or peak figure. The numbers come from Addmotor’s own sources elsewhere: its March 2026 blog post on the model describes a 750W rear-drive motor on the EB 2.0 control platform with a 25A controller and a torque sensor, and its July 2026 launch press release states 750W nominal, up to 1,400W peak, and 90 Nm of torque. We report those figures as Addmotor’s claims from those sources, not as tested results, and we do not upgrade them into anything Addmotor did not say.

What is the realistic range in Canadian conditions?

Addmotor rates the 48V 20Ah (960 Wh) Samsung-cell battery at up to 137 km, but that figure is explicitly at PAS 1 — the lowest of seven assist levels — with the rider doing most of the work. On a 148 lb trike ridden the way most people actually ride it, Zeus estimates 50–80 km in mixed pedal-assist riding on flat-to-rolling ground, and roughly 35–55 km at −10°C. Throttle-heavy riding and hills push you toward the low end. These are Zeus estimates, not Addmotor figures. A full charge takes 8–10 hours on the included 2.0A charger, per Addmotor’s FAQ. Canadian eBike battery guide →

What does “semi-recumbent” mean, and who is it actually for?

You sit lower and further back than on an upright trike, with your feet forward, on a chair-style seat with a backrest instead of a saddle. On the Freetan M-368X the backrest reclines from 90 to 170 degrees, the cushion slides fore and aft, and the handlebar adjusts for height and angle, so the same trike fits riders from 5′1″ to 6′7″ by Addmotor’s own sizing. The practical result is less pressure on the lower back, hips, and wrists, and a 3.5-inch centre of gravity that makes tipping in corners much less likely. It suits riders coming back from injury or surgery, riders with back, hip, or knee limitations, and anyone who has stopped enjoying an upright saddle. It is not a mobility scooter and does not need a licence, but it is not for someone who wants a light, nimble bike either. Electric trikes in Canada: how to choose →

How heavy is it, and can I store and transport it?

Addmotor publishes 148 lb (67 kg) including the battery, and the trike does not fold. It is 83.5 inches long, 31.9 inches wide, and 53.1 inches to the top of the handlebars, so it fits through a standard exterior door but not most interior ones. Plan on a garage, shed, or ground-floor storage spot with a level approach, and a ramp or two people for loading into a vehicle. The battery is removable, so you can charge it indoors while the trike stays outside under a cover.

What warranty comes with the Freetan M-368X?

Addmotor’s published limited warranty for new e-trikes covers the frame for two years, the 20Ah battery for two years, the motor for two years, and original parts and components (fork, stem, handlebar, headset, seat post, lights, bottom bracket, rims, hub, derailleur, throttle, wiring, controller, display) for one year. Addmotor’s policy page states that purchases through authorized dealers are handled through the dealer, so Zeus manages defect claims for you. Zeus adds a 1-month complimentary limited warranty plus one month of unlimited free support from delivery. Optional Zeus extended plans: 1 year $119, 2 years $229, 3 years $339, 5 years $599 →. Call 1-866-938-7580 to confirm current Addmotor terms before you buy.

Is it any good in snow and Canadian winter?

Three 20 × 4.0 inch fat tires and a very low centre of gravity are a good starting point for packed snow, and the rear differential lets the two rear wheels turn at different speeds through corners. Addmotor does not publish an IP weather rating for this model, so treat it as rain-and-splash capable rather than sealed, avoid deep slush and standing water, and rinse road salt off the mechanical disc rotors and chain. Expect a 20–30% range reduction below freezing and store the removable battery indoors overnight. Canadian winter eBike guide →

Can I finance it, and what is the return policy?

Yes — Zeus offers financing; see our eBike financing guide → or call 1-866-938-7580 for current terms before ordering. Returns are accepted within 15 days on unused, unopened items, subject to a 15% restocking fee, with return shipping paid by the customer. Full terms are on the Zeus refund policy page →

Are there customer reviews for the Freetan M-368X yet?

Not at Zeus yet — this is a new addition to our lineup, and we will not show you review counts we do not have. What we can offer is Addmotor’s own assembly video above, a spec sheet where every figure Addmotor does not publish is marked as unpublished rather than guessed, and a phone call: 1-866-938-7580. Tell us your height, what is limiting you on an upright bike, and where you plan to ride, and we will tell you honestly whether this trike is the right one or whether something else in the range fits better.

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More resources:

• Browse all electric trikes at Zeus →
• Full Addmotor lineup at Zeus →
• Full-suspension electric bikes & trikes →
• Electric trikes in Canada: how to choose →
• Best eBikes for seniors in Canada →
• The most comfortable eBike seats, explained →
• Best eBikes for heavy riders in Canada →
• Canadian eBike laws by province (2026) →
• Best eBikes for winter riding in Canada →
• eBike battery guide for Canada →
• How to finance an eBike in Canada →