Addmotor Greattan L — The Two-Adult Passenger eTrike With a Differential, a Parking Brake, and a Real Passenger Seatbelt

Almost every electric trike sold in Canada is a single-rider machine. Cargo on the back. A solo seat. Maybe a basket. The Greattan L is the rare exception — a trike engineered from the chassis up to carry a second adult passenger, with a dedicated rear seat, an included three-point seatbelt, a 350 lb rider capacity, a 150 lb passenger capacity, a 500 lb total payload, and a powertrain sized to move all of that without strain.

The hardware tells you the design priorities. A 48V 750W brushless hub motor with 1,400W of peak power and 90 Nm of torque — the same torque figure as the highest-end mid-drive eBikes Zeus carries. Dual 48V 20Ah Samsung batteries (1,920 Wh combined) push the dual-battery configuration to up to 209 km of range — genuine all-day-with-passenger territory. A rear differential lets each rear wheel rotate independently, so the trike turns at low speeds the way a vehicle should rather than scrubbing one tire through every corner. A dedicated parking brake locks the rear wheels when you step off to help a passenger out or load groceries on a slope. A double-shoulder suspension fork on the single 26″ × 4.0″ front tire absorbs every Canadian pothole the front passenger weight would otherwise transmit through the bars.

It is not a folder. It is not a featherweight commuter. It is a 153 lb chassis designed to do one thing extremely well: move two adults across town, dependably, in any weather, without a car. Free Canada-wide shipping. See all 7 financing options →

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Watch the Greattan L in Action

The official Addmotor assembly tutorial walks through unpacking, front-wheel installation, brake adjustment, fender mounting, handlebar setup, and the parking-brake operation step by step. We have embedded that here alongside two of the most thorough independent reviews of the Greattan L on the production trike. Watch them in order before assembly — the chassis arrives 85% pre-built, but the front wheel and final adjustments are what every owner needs to get right.

Why the Greattan L Sits in a Category of One

There are passenger eBikes — cargo eBikes with a rear deck a passenger can perch on. There are electric trikes — almost all of them single-rider. There are golf carts and 50cc mopeds — both requiring registration, insurance, and a driver’s licence. The Greattan L is the rare design that crosses categories: a properly engineered two-adult passenger eTrike that remains legal as a Standard-class power-assisted bicycle on Canadian roads and pathways at the 32 km/h cut-off.

• A real passenger seat with a real seatbelt — The rear passenger position is not a cargo deck with a cushion. It is a 23.43″ × 13.78″ dedicated seat with backrest support, sized for an adult passenger up to 150 lbs. A three-point seatbelt is included free (a $49 accessory) — not optional, not aftermarket. This is the spec that distinguishes a passenger trike from a cargo trike with a hopeful rider clinging on.
• 500 lb total payload — in a Standard-class chassis — 350 lb rider + 150 lb passenger = 500 lb total. The aluminium alloy frame, suspension fork, and chassis are all rated for this combined load. For context, the Meet One Breeze Pro → caps at 450 lbs without the dedicated passenger architecture. The Greattan L is the highest passenger-rated single-trike platform Zeus carries.
• Differential rear axle — the feature most trike buyers do not know they need — In a turn, the inside rear wheel travels a shorter arc than the outside wheel. Without a differential, one wheel drags through every corner — scrubbing the tire, wasting battery, and making the trike feel heavy in low-speed maneuvering. With the Greattan L’s differential, both rear wheels rotate at the correct speed for the turn. The result is that loaded turns — with a passenger and the suspension under compression — feel composed instead of forced. This is non-negotiable on a passenger trike.
• Dedicated parking brake (assistant lock) — A 153 lb trike with a passenger on a slope cannot be held in place with the regular brake levers alone. The Greattan L’s parking brake locks the rear wheels via a dedicated lever — engaged whenever you step off to help a passenger dismount, load groceries, or stop on an incline. Two-wheeled bikes can be laid down or leaned. A passenger trike must hold itself stationary. The parking brake is the feature that makes that possible.
• Asymmetric 26″ / 20″ fat-tire layout — The single front tire is 26″ × 4″ — a larger diameter rolls over potholes, expansion joints, frost heaves, and curb transitions far more smoothly than a smaller wheel. With passenger weight loaded onto the front fork, larger front-tire diameter improves stability and steering feel meaningfully. The two rear tires are 20″ × 4″ — smaller diameter keeps the passenger seat and cargo platform low to the ground, lowering the centre of gravity. The 26/20 split is a deliberate engineering choice, not a compromise.
• Dual-battery 1,920 Wh architecture — not an aftermarket retrofit — The Greattan L is sold in single-battery (960 Wh) and dual-battery (1,920 Wh) configurations. Both versions use Samsung 21700-class cells with UL 2271 certification and 1,000–1,500 charge cycles. The dual-battery version delivers up to 209 km / 130 miles of range — the kind of capacity that turns the trike into a credible single-day touring vehicle or a no-anxiety daily-errand machine for households where one passenger trike replaces a second car.
• 90 Nm of torque + 7-level torque-sensor PAS — The torque sensor reads pedal pressure and amplifies it proportionally — smoother, more efficient, and more dignified than the on/off cadence-sensor lurching most trikes still ship with. 90 Nm matches the highest-torque trike platform Zeus carries (Meet One Breeze Pro →) and is enough to climb 6–8% grades with a passenger and cargo without straining. Pedal-assist vs throttle →
• Right-hand half-twist throttle with motor cutoff — Throttle is independent of pedalling — useful for hill starts, easing into traffic, or finishing a ride when your legs are done. The motor cutoff sensor on the brake levers disengages the motor instantly when either lever is pulled — redundant safety on top of mechanical stopping power. Throttle is legal under the federal eBike standard up to 32 km/h, where the Greattan L is configured.

Most electric trikes in the Canadian market are designed around a single rider and a cargo basket. The Greattan L is one of the few designed around two adults. That changes everything about the chassis — and it is what justifies the trike’s position at the top of the Zeus passenger-trike lineup.

Key Features

• 48V 750W Rear Hub Motor — 1,400W Peak / 90 Nm Torque — The peak figure is what matters under passenger load. 1,400W of headroom moves a 350 lb rider plus a 150 lb passenger up moderate grades without dropping cadence. 90 Nm matches the highest-torque trike platforms in the Zeus catalogue. 500W vs 750W vs 1,000W →
• UL 2271 Samsung 48V 20Ah Battery — 960 Wh Single, 1,920 Wh Dual — Samsung is one of the two highest-quality lithium-ion cell suppliers in the industry. UL 2271 covers the battery pack; the 25A controller and EB 2.0 charging system are matched. 1,000–1,500 charge cycles per pack — the long end of the lithium-ion design life. The dual-battery version mounts one battery integrated into the frame for impact protection and the second to the rear — both are removable for indoor charging.
• Up to 209 km / 130 mi Range (Dual Battery) — In ideal conditions on PAS 1 with a single rider. Real-world Canadian dual-battery range with a single rider and mixed terrain: 130–165 km in summer, 90–120 km at 0°C, 60–85 km at −10°C. Carrying a passenger reduces range by approximately 20–30%. The single-battery version (105 km rated) is appropriate for shorter daily routes; the dual-battery version is for households genuinely replacing a car.
• Upgraded Torque Sensor + 7-Level PAS — The torque sensor reads pedal pressure and matches motor output proportionally. Push gently, get gentle assist. Push hard, get full power. This is the feature that separates a torque-sensor passenger trike from a cadence-sensor cargo trike with a cushion bolted on. Seven assist levels give granular control over effort and speed — particularly useful when the rider needs predictable, smooth power delivery for a passenger’s comfort.
• Right-Hand Half-Twist Throttle with Switch — Independent of pedalling. Useful for hill starts with a passenger on board, accelerating into traffic from a stoplight, or finishing a long ride when your legs are done. Throttle is legal on Canadian Standard-class eBikes at the 32 km/h cut-off.
• Tektro Mechanical Disc Brakes + Motor Cutoff Sensor — Tektro is the original-equipment brake supplier on the majority of Class 2 and 3 eBikes globally. Mechanical disc brakes on all three wheels with motor cutoff sensors on the brake levers — pull the lever and the motor disengages instantly. Right brake lever controls the front; left controls the rears. Mechanical (not hydraulic) is a deliberate trade-off — lower maintenance overhead, simpler field repair on long tours, and lower cost — at the price of slightly higher hand force versus hydraulics.
• Dedicated Parking Brake (Assistant Lock) — Locks the rear wheels via a dedicated lever. Engages whenever the trike must stand stationary on its own — on slopes, when helping a passenger dismount, when loading cargo, when entering a store. Most folding eBikes do not have this. Most electric trikes do not have this. The Greattan L does — and on a passenger trike, it is non-negotiable.
• Rear Differential — The single most important mechanical feature on any passenger trike. The differential allows each rear wheel to rotate at the correct speed through a turn, eliminating the inside-wheel drag that makes non-differential trikes feel heavy and scrub their tires through every corner. Cornering with a passenger feels composed and natural — not forced.
• Double-Shoulder Front Suspension Fork — A double-shoulder (or "triple-clamp") fork is structurally stiffer than a standard single-crown fork — what a 26″ front fat tire under passenger weight needs to stay planted. The fork absorbs potholes, frost heaves, and curb transitions that single-crown forks would transmit to the bars or transfer through to the passenger seat.
• Asymmetric 26″ / 20″ Fat Tires — Single 26″ × 4.0″ front tire on aluminium rim — large diameter for ride quality and stability under load. Two 20″ × 4.0″ rear tires on aluminium rims — smaller diameter to keep cargo platform and passenger seat low. Fat-tire profile (4.0″ width) provides traction on snow, gravel, packed dirt, and wet pavement. The 26/20 split is a deliberate passenger-trike design.
• Two-Adult Seating — Rider + Passenger With Seatbelt — The rider seat includes an adjustable backrest. The dedicated rear passenger seat (23.43″ × 13.78″) accepts an adult passenger up to 150 lbs and ships with a three-point seatbelt (a $49 accessory included free). The seat positioning, the chassis geometry, the differential, the parking brake, and the 26″ front fork all exist because the trike is built for two adults.
• Aluminium Alloy Frame, Handlebars, Basket, Seat Posts, Rims, Fenders — Aluminium throughout the structural and contact components. Lighter than steel for a given strength, no rust risk in Canadian salt-spray winter conditions, and easy to repair or replace through any aluminium-frame eBike workshop. The 153 lb total weight reflects the substantial chassis — this is a passenger machine, not a featherweight commuter.
• Addmotor EB 2.0 5-Inch LCD Display — Speed, distance, PAS level, battery level, trip computer. 5 inches is meaningfully larger than the 3.5-inch displays on most eBikes — readable at a glance for a rider whose attention is split between road, passenger, and cargo. Sunlight-readable, with auto-dimming for night riding.
• 25A Controller — The 25A figure is what allows the 750W nominal motor to deliver 1,400W of peak power on demand. A lower-amperage controller would limit peak power and starve the motor under passenger load on hills.
• Shimano 7-Speed Drivetrain — Standard 7-speed cassette and derailleur. Gear range is suited to the trike’s terrain envelope — flat urban routes, moderate hills, light gravel. The drivetrain is a bicycle-grade system (not motorcycle-grade) because the motor handles the heavy lifting; the gears exist to fine-tune cadence and to provide pedal-only mode if the battery runs flat.
• Integrated LED Headlight + Taillight + Turn Signals + Horn — Full lighting package wired to the main battery. Front LED headlight for night riding. Rear LED taillight. Left and right turn-signal indicators on the handlebars — a feature most eBikes do not have but every passenger trike on shared roads should. Audible horn for safety in traffic.
• Front Cargo Basket — Aluminium basket on the front of the trike — rider-side cargo for groceries, a bag, a pet carrier, or daily errands. Frees the rear passenger seat for actual passengers. The basket is a standard inclusion, not an aftermarket add-on.
• Step-Over Height: 17.3 Inches — Low enough for most riders to mount the trike comfortably. The Greattan L is rated for riders 5'2" to 6'4" on the single frame — a meaningfully wider envelope than most one-size trikes accommodate.

Everything Included

The Greattan L ships 85% pre-assembled. Final setup involves the front wheel, brake adjustment, three fenders, handlebars, and seats — documented in the official Addmotor assembly video higher on this page. No required accessory upsells:

• Addmotor Greattan L electric trike (your choice of Neptune Blue or Army Green)
• 48V 20Ah Samsung battery (single-battery configuration) or dual 48V 20Ah Samsung batteries (1,920 Wh total — dual-battery configuration)
• Battery charger (compatible with single and dual configurations)
• Front passenger seat with backrest — adjustable
• Rear passenger seat (23.43″ × 13.78″) with backrest cushioning
• Rear passenger seatbelt — three-point ($49 value, included free)
• Front cargo basket (aluminium)
• Front + rear fenders (aluminium)
• Addmotor EB 2.0 5-inch LCD display (pre-installed)
• Integrated LED headlight (pre-installed)
• Integrated LED taillight (pre-installed)
• Left and right turn signals (pre-installed)
• Horn (pre-installed)
• Right-hand half-twist throttle with switch
• Parking brake lever (pre-installed)
• Aluminium alloy kickstand
• Owner’s manual + assembly guide
• Toolkit for final assembly

Shipping & Delivery

• Shipping: Free Canada-wide shipping
• Delivery: Standard Canada-wide delivery as per Zeus shipping policy
• Tracking: Tracking email sent once shipped
• Assembly: Ships 85% pre-assembled — toolkit included, official assembly video embedded above
• Crating: Trike ships in a single large crate — ensure adequate clearance for delivery (most carriers will deliver to driveway or garage; tailgate service available on request)

Warranty: Manufacturer warranty per Addmotor’s standard terms — frame, motor, battery, controller, and electronics. UL 2271 certified battery pack. Contact Zeus eBikes Canada to register the warranty after delivery.

What You Should Know Before Buying (Honest Take)

We do not write product pages that pretend a trike is perfect. Here is the honest assessment:

• 153 lbs is heavy — and it does not fold. The Greattan L cannot be lifted into a vehicle, carried up stairs, or stored in a closet. It needs ground-level storage with adequate clearance — a garage, a shed, a covered carport, or a dedicated storage room. If your storage situation is constrained (apartment without dedicated bike storage, condo with bike-room policies, no garage), the Meet One Breeze Pro → folds and is the right trike for those constraints. The Greattan L is for households with the storage space the chassis requires.
• Tektro mechanical disc brakes — not hydraulic. Mechanical discs work well, are easy to field-service, and do not require hydraulic-fluid maintenance — legitimate trade-offs. But hydraulics offer better modulation, lower hand force, and more consistent performance in rain and snow. The Meet One Breeze Pro → ships with hydraulic discs at a similar price point. If brake performance is your top priority on a passenger trike that may be carrying weight on long descents, hydraulics are the more confident choice. Most riders will find the Tektro mechanicals fully adequate.
• No reverse mode listed. The Greattan L does not document an electric reverse function. On a 153 lb trike, this means reversing out of a tight parking spot, a steep driveway, or a dead-end path requires manually rolling the trike backward — physically possible but harder than the button-activated reverse on the Meet One Breeze Pro →. If reverse is on your must-have list, the Breeze Pro is the answer.
• 7-speed Shimano is bicycle-grade, not motorcycle-grade. The drivetrain is a standard 7-speed cassette with a Shimano derailleur. It works because the motor does the heavy lifting. But if you frequently ride with a passenger up sustained hills and prefer to do most of the work yourself, the gear range is limited compared with a 9- or 10-speed mountain-bike drivetrain. For most Canadian utility riding, 7-speed is sufficient.
• 20 mph / 32 km/h top speed is the Standard-class limit — not Class 3 capable. The Greattan L is not configurable up to 45 km/h the way some Class 3 eBikes are. For Canadian roads and pathways this is a feature (legal everywhere); for riders coming from a higher-speed vehicle expecting an eBike-equivalent of a 50cc moped, the speed cap may feel modest. The trike’s purpose is mobility for two adults at safe, legal speeds — not high-speed transportation.
• Asymmetric tire layout means asymmetric tire stocks. The 26″ front tire and 20″ rear tires are different sizes. If you need replacement tires or tubes, you cannot buy one type and use it for both ends. Plan to keep one spare of each size, or order from Addmotor’s parts catalogue when needed.
• 8–10 hour charge time per battery. The slow-charge protocol preserves battery cell life (1,000–1,500 cycles) but means the dual-battery configuration takes 16–20 hours for both batteries to fully charge sequentially with one charger, or 8–10 hours simultaneously with two chargers. Plan an overnight charge cycle for the dual-battery configuration if you regularly run both batteries near empty.
• Front basket is sized for daily errands — not full grocery loads. The aluminium front basket is suitable for a backpack, a bag of groceries, a small pet carrier, or a daypack. It is not a cargo-bike-grade load platform. If you need to haul larger loads regularly, a separate cargo bike platform or trailer is the right tool. The Greattan L is a passenger trike with cargo capacity, not a cargo trike with passenger capacity.

None of these are dealbreakers for the bike’s intended use case — carrying two adults for daily transportation. They are the trade-offs that come from prioritising passenger capacity, range, and chassis durability over folding flexibility, top-tier brake hardware, and high-speed capability. Match the priorities to your life. If two-adult transportation is the central need, the Greattan L is the most fully equipped passenger trike Zeus carries.

Will It Fit You? — Geometry & Sizing

Trikes live or die by fit. Unlike a two-wheeled bike where seat-tube length is the binding dimension, a passenger trike has three independent fit factors: standover height (can you mount the trike?), seat-and-handlebar adjustability range (can both rider and passenger sit comfortably?), and total footprint (will it park where you need to park?). The Greattan L is engineered around a one-size frame with unusually wide adjustability — a 17.3-inch standover, a 7.9-inch seat-height adjustment range, and a 3.9-inch handlebar-height adjustment range — that accommodates a genuine 5'2" to 6'4" envelope.

Rider Fit by Height

• 5'2" – 5'4" (157–163 cm) — Excellent fit. The 17.3″ standover and 30.7″ minimum seat height accommodate shorter riders that most one-size trikes ignore. Handlebar at full-up position (48.6″), saddle near the bottom of its range. Most passenger trikes do not fit shorter riders well — the Greattan L is one of the few that does. Arisetan II M-360 semi-recumbent → is the alternative for riders below 5'2".
• 5'5" – 5'10" (165–178 cm) — Sweet spot. Centre of the saddle and handlebar adjustment range. Comfortable upright posture for cargo and passenger work. The single-frame design hits this height range with no compromises — reach, standover, and saddle position all in their natural mid-range positions.
• 5'11" – 6'1" (180–185 cm) — Comfortable fit. Saddle in the upper third of its range (around 36″). Handlebar position personal preference — lower for sportier feel, higher for cruiser comfort. Reach is compact at 15.9″ but not cramped at this height.
• 6'2" – 6'4" (188–193 cm) — Functional fit, monitor reach. Saddle near maximum (38.6″). Handlebar at lowest position (44.7″) for the most stretched-out posture. The 15.9″ reach is the limiting dimension — tall riders should expect a slightly upright, compact-reach posture rather than the long stretched cockpit of a full-size road bike. Acceptable for most utility riding; less ideal for riders preferring a long, low cycling position.
• Over 6'4" (above 193 cm) — Outside Addmotor’s rated fit envelope. Test the cockpit before committing or consider a different platform.

Storage & Parking Footprint

• 82.7″ total length — fits in a standard single-car garage (typical garage depth is 20+ feet) with several feet of clearance for tools, shelves, or a workbench.
• 36.6″ total width — clears a standard 36-inch interior doorway and most residential garage side doors. Bicycle racks are typically not wide enough — plan for floor parking.
• 59.1″ wheelbase — longer than most utility eBikes. The trike will not fit in a sedan trunk or most SUV cargo areas without disassembly. Pickup truck bed transport with a ramp is realistic; sedan transport is not.
• 23.6″ passenger seat-to-floor height — the height a passenger has to step up to mount. Comparable to mounting a dining chair. For passengers with limited mobility, plan a low side step or curb-side mounting if available.

Need help deciding whether the Greattan L will fit your storage space, your driveway slope, or your passenger’s mobility needs? Call 1-866-938-7580 or email milad@zeusebikes.ca — we will talk through your specific situation before you order.

Full Specifications

Who Is the Addmotor Greattan L For?

• Couples replacing a second car — The Greattan L is the rare passenger trike where a household genuinely can run errands, attend appointments, and travel together on a single vehicle that costs nothing to fuel and nothing to insure (under the Standard-class eBike framework). The 209 km dual-battery range, the dedicated passenger seat with seatbelt, and the 500 lb payload are the spec triad that makes that work.
• Caregivers riding with an older adult or accessibility-affected family member — The rear passenger seat, the seatbelt, the parking brake, and the differential together create a chassis a caregiver can use to transport an older parent or a family member who cannot pedal. The 17.3″ step-over height makes mounting and dismounting accessible. Electric bikes for Canadian seniors →
• Couples-touring riders — Long cottage rides, lakeside paths, vineyard trails, rail-trail networks. The 209 km dual-battery range covers a full day of touring without recharge anxiety. The 26″ front fork handles gravel and packed rail-trail surfaces. The differential makes loaded turns composed instead of forced.
• Riders who need anti-tip stability for medical, balance, or confidence reasons — Three wheels eliminate the balance demand of two-wheeled cycling entirely. For riders recovering from injury, riders with vestibular conditions, riders with reduced lower-body strength, or riders who simply prefer the additional stability, a passenger trike with a differential and parking brake is the right architecture.
• Households in suburbs or small cities with adequate ground-level storage — The trike needs garage, shed, or covered carport storage. Households that have that space and want a credible second-car alternative for two-adult transportation are the target buyers.

Who it’s NOT for:

• Riders who need the trike to fold or to fit in a car trunk. The Greattan L does not fold. The Meet One Breeze Pro → folds to 121 × 84 × 90 cm and is the right trike for storage-constrained homes or RV transport.
• Single riders without passenger needs. The Greattan L's chassis, payload rating, and price reflect the passenger architecture. If you ride alone and never carry an adult passenger, the Addmotor Grandtan II → or Meet One Breeze Pro is a closer fit.
• Riders who want hydraulic brakes. The Greattan L ships with Tektro mechanical discs. The Meet One Breeze Pro ships with hydraulic discs at a comparable price.
• Riders who need a reverse function. Reverse is not listed on the Greattan L. The Meet One Breeze Pro has button-activated reverse.
• Riders shorter than 5'2" or taller than 6'4". The single-frame fit envelope covers most adult riders, but riders outside this range should consider an alternative platform.
• Riders without ground-level storage. 153 lbs of trike with no folding option requires garage or shed storage. Apartment dwellers, condo riders without bike rooms, and anyone needing to bring the trike inside should look at folding alternatives.

How It Compares

The closest cross-shops in the Zeus electric-trike lineup are the Meet One Breeze Pro (the closest spec competitor — torque sensor, 90 Nm, hydraulic brakes, foldable, single rider) and the Addmotor Grandtan II (sibling Addmotor trike — single-rider 750W fat-tire utility). The Addmotor Arisetan II M-360 is included for buyers considering the semi-recumbent posture for accessibility reasons.

Choose the Addmotor Greattan L if you need to carry a second adult passenger. The dedicated rear seat, the included three-point seatbelt, the 500 lb total payload, the dual-battery 1,920 Wh architecture, and the 26″ front fat tire are all there because the trike is built for two adults. Couples replacing a second car. Caregivers transporting an older parent. Touring riders covering 100+ km in a day with both batteries. This is the only platform in the Zeus trike lineup that does this honestly.

Choose the Meet One Breeze Pro → if you ride alone and need the trike to fold for storage, want hydraulic disc brakes, or want a reverse mode and cruise control. The Breeze Pro is the highest-spec single-rider folding trike Zeus carries. Trade-offs: smaller 18-inch wheels (lower ride quality on rough surfaces), no passenger architecture, carbon-steel frame requires winter rust inspection.

Choose the Addmotor Grandtan II → if you want a single-rider Addmotor utility trike at a more accessible price point. Same brand, similar drivetrain, simpler chassis — without the passenger architecture, the dual-battery option, or the 26″ front wheel. Single-rider commuting, errand-running, and short tours.

Choose the Addmotor Arisetan II M-360 → if you ride alone and need the lowest-step semi-recumbent posture for back, neck, wrist, or hip considerations. The Arisetan’s laid-back geometry distributes weight across the back and seat instead of concentrating it on the wrists and shoulders — the right architecture for riders for whom comfort over distance is the binding constraint.

See all electric trike picks compared →

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the Greattan L actually carry a second adult passenger safely?

Yes. This is the trike’s defining feature. The Greattan L is engineered for two-adult use — a 350 lb rider capacity plus a 150 lb dedicated rear passenger seat with an included three-point seatbelt (a $49 accessory included free). Total system payload is 500 lbs (227 kg). The rear differential, parking brake, and 26-inch front fat tire are all there because the chassis is built around carrying real human passenger weight, not just cargo. Most electric trikes in the Canadian market are single-rider. The Greattan L is a different category.

What is the difference between the single-battery and dual-battery configuration?

The single-battery configuration ships with one 48V 20Ah Samsung battery (960 Wh) — rated for up to 105 km / 65 miles per charge in pedal-assist level one. The dual-battery configuration ships with two 48V 20Ah Samsung batteries (1,920 Wh combined) — rated for up to 209 km / 130 miles. The front battery is integrated into the frame for protection; the secondary battery mounts to the rear. Both batteries use UL 2271 certified cells with 1,000–1,500 charge cycles. For a true two-adult passenger trike where the rider has eliminated their car for daily errands, the dual-battery version is the configuration that makes the trike a genuine vehicle replacement. The single-battery version is appropriate where range needs are modest and budget is the priority.

Why does the Greattan L have different-size front and rear tires?

The asymmetric tire layout is deliberate. The single front tire is 26 inches × 4 inches — a larger diameter rolls over potholes, frost heaves, and curb transitions more smoothly than a small wheel, and on a trike with two passengers’ weight on the front fork, larger front tire diameter improves stability and steering feel. The two rear tires are 20 inches × 4 inches — smaller diameter keeps the cargo platform and passenger seat low to the ground, lowering the centre of gravity and improving stability under load. The 26-inch-front / 20-inch-rear layout is a design choice that prioritises ride quality and passenger comfort over visual symmetry.

Does the Greattan L have a reverse function?

Reverse is not currently confirmed as a factory feature on the Greattan L. The Addmotor product specification sheet documents pedal-assist (7 levels), throttle, parking brake, and the differential — reverse is not listed. Riders who specifically need an electric reverse function (for backing out of garages, tight parking spots, or steep driveways) should look at the Meet One Breeze Pro →, which lists button-activated reverse as a standard feature. For most riders, a 153 lb trike with a differential and a parking brake can be manually rolled backward into position; reverse is a comfort feature, not a necessity.

What is the real-world range in Canadian conditions?

The rated 105 km (single battery) and 209 km (dual battery) figures are Addmotor’s pedal-assist-level-one tests in ideal conditions on flat terrain with a 180 lb rider. Real-world Canadian range with a single battery: 60–80 km in summer at PAS 2–3 with a single rider, 45–60 km at 0°C, 30–40 km at −10°C. Real-world dual-battery range: roughly double those numbers. Carrying a second adult passenger reduces range by approximately 20–30%. The 8–10 hour charge time per battery is a standard slow-charge to preserve cell life — store the bike indoors during winter and remove batteries to charge at room temperature for best longevity. Winter strategy →

Is the Greattan L legal on Canadian roads and pathways?

Yes, when configured to the Canadian Standard-class limit. The Greattan L’s top speed is 32 km/h (20 mph), which is the federal Standard-class power-assisted bicycle cut-off and is legal in British Columbia, Ontario, Quebec, Alberta, and most other provinces. The throttle is legal under the federal eBike standard up to 32 km/h. Two-adult passenger use is legal on a properly equipped passenger trike — the Greattan L’s seat and seatbelt meet the standard for a designated passenger position. Always check your specific municipal pathway bylaws before riding two-up on shared multi-use paths, as some municipalities restrict passenger carrying to designated passenger seats only (which the Greattan L is). Provincial eBike laws →

What does the parking brake do, and why does a trike need one?

The Greattan L’s parking brake — Addmotor calls it an "assistant lock brake" — locks the rear wheels when engaged from a dedicated lever. On a 153 lb trike loaded with cargo or a passenger, the parking brake is what keeps the trike from rolling on slopes when you step off to load groceries, help a passenger dismount, or enter a store. Two-wheeled bikes can simply be laid down or leaned. A trike, especially one carrying a passenger, must be stationary on its own. The parking brake is what makes that possible. It is one of the features most trike buyers do not realise they need until they ride a trike without one.

How does the Greattan L compare to the Meet One Breeze Pro?

Both are torque-sensor electric trikes with 90 Nm of torque, dual-battery architecture, parking brakes, and differentials. The Greattan L is a two-adult passenger trike with an aluminium alloy frame, asymmetric 26/20-inch fat tires, a 5-inch display, and Tektro mechanical disc brakes. The Meet One Breeze Pro is a single-rider folding trike with a carbon steel semi-recumbent frame, symmetric 18-inch fat tires, a Yolin LCD display, and Tektro hydraulic disc brakes. Choose the Greattan L if you need to carry a passenger or want a larger front wheel for ride quality. Choose the Meet One Breeze Pro if you need the trike to fold for storage, want hydraulic brakes, or prefer a semi-recumbent posture for back, neck, or wrist comfort.

Are there reviews for this trike on Zeus yet?

The Greattan L is a recent addition to our trike lineup. Independent published reviews already exist — including ETrikeCo and Addmotor’s collaboration partner Minds Eye Design — and we have embedded the official Addmotor assembly tutorial plus a 2025 in-depth review on this product page. If you want a Canadian opinion before you order, call us at 1-866-938-7580 or email milad@zeusebikes.ca. We will tell you honestly whether the Greattan L is the right trike for your situation, or whether the Meet One Breeze Pro, the Addmotor Grandtan II, or the Addmotor Arisetan II M-360 would suit you better.

How do I finance the Addmotor Greattan L?

Multiple options at checkout: Klarna Pay-in-4 (0% interest, 4 biweekly payments), Shop Pay Instalments (0% interest, no credit check), or PayPlan by RBC for monthly payments over 3 to 60 months. Full financing guide — 7 ways to pay →

Documentation & Resources

Everything you need to assemble, ride, and service the Greattan L — sourced directly from Addmotor’s official support library and product pages.

Need help with assembly, the parking brake, the differential, the dual-battery setup, or anything else? Call 1-866-938-7580 or email milad@zeusebikes.ca. Real humans answer. Addmotor’s own support team is reachable through the manufacturer support page.

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Zeus eBikes Canada — Canadian eBike retailer shipping nationwide since 2023. Every Addmotor Greattan L ships free across Canada with the manufacturer’s standard warranty, UL 2271 certified Samsung batteries, and authorised Canadian dealer support. Questions before you order? Call 1-866-938-7580 or email milad@zeusebikes.ca — real humans answer.

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