{"product_id":"ridstar-fm001","title":"Ridstar FM001 20\" 2-Seater Fat Tire Electric Bike — 1000W, 720 Wh","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRide Together Without Buying Two eBikes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery eBike at this price is built for one rider. The \u003cstrong\u003eRidstar FM001\u003c\/strong\u003e is built for two. A \u003cstrong\u003eremovable rear seat with backrest and footrest\u003c\/strong\u003e turns a solo ride into a shared one — and comes off in minutes when you want to ride alone. The frame carries a \u003cstrong\u003e330 lb combined payload\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong\u003e1,000W motor\u003c\/strong\u003e (1,500W peak, 85 Nm) is spec’d for the added weight on hills, and the \u003cstrong\u003e720 Wh removable battery\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers up to 80 km on pedal assist. No second purchase required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe rear seat is the headline, but not the whole story. The FM001 ships with a \u003cstrong\u003efront basket\u003c\/strong\u003e, a \u003cstrong\u003eUSB charging port\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a \u003cstrong\u003ephone holder\u003c\/strong\u003e already installed. \u003cstrong\u003eDual suspension\u003c\/strong\u003e (front fork plus rear seat spring) absorbs the rough edges of Canadian roads, and \u003cstrong\u003e7-speed gearing\u003c\/strong\u003e handles everything from flat bike paths to moderate hills. \u003cstrong\u003e20″×4.0″ fat tires\u003c\/strong\u003e manage wet pavement, gravel, and hardpack without a second thought. At $1,499, it’s the only eBike in Canada at this price with a passenger seat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFree Canada-wide shipping. 1-year manufacturer warranty. Real humans at \u003cstrong\u003e1-866-938-7580\u003c\/strong\u003e if you have questions before you buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e🇨🇦 \u003cstrong\u003eShips from Canada\u003c\/strong\u003e  ·  Free shipping  ·  1-yr warranty included  ·  \u003cstrong\u003e1-866-938-7580\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Two Seats at $1,499 Changes the Equation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMost Canadian couples who want to ride together have two options: buy two eBikes, or one person sits out. Two entry-level eBikes at $1,499 each is $3,000. One FM001 at $1,499 is half that — and the rear seat removes in minutes when you prefer to ride solo. That’s the calculation the FM001 is built around.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe rear seat is \u003cstrong\u003eengineered for adult passengers\u003c\/strong\u003e, not bolted on as an afterthought. The backrest and footrest give the passenger a stable, supported riding position — not the “perch and hope” setup you get when someone sits on a rear rack. The \u003cstrong\u003e330 lb (150 kg) combined payload\u003c\/strong\u003e is the intended operating range for two riders, not a stretch rating reached only in perfect conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e1,000W motor (1,500W peak)\u003c\/strong\u003e is the other piece. Most bikes at this price use a 500W motor. At 500W with two adults aboard on a 20° slope, the motor labours. At 1,000W with 85 Nm of torque — the FM001’s spec, rated for its 20° max slope at full payload — two riders is the designed use case, not an edge case. See our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/500w-750w-1000w-ebike-canada\"\u003e500W vs 750W vs 1000W guide\u003c\/a\u003e to understand why motor sizing matters when carrying weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1,000W Brushless Hub Motor — 85 Nm, 1,500W peak\u003c\/strong\u003e — Rated 1,000W continuous with an 85 Nm torque output, the motor is spec’d for two-rider operation. The 1,500W peak handles short steep sections that would stall a lighter motor under combined weight. For single-rider use, the FM001 is noticeably brisk off the line. The 20° max slope rating is the manufacturer’s figure at the 330 lb (150 kg) payload limit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e720 Wh Removable Battery — Up to 80 km on PAS\u003c\/strong\u003e — The 48V 15Ah (720 Wh) pack charges in 4–6 hours and slides out on a keyed lock for indoor charging — no extension cords to a balcony, no battery exposed to a cold garage overnight. Cold temperatures reduce lithium output; in \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/best-electric-bikes-for-winter-canada-2026\"\u003eCanadian winters\u003c\/a\u003e, the FM001’s battery headroom matters: 720 Wh absorbs the 15–30% cold-temperature loss without leaving you stranded mid-commute the way a 468–624 Wh pack might.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRemovable Rear Seat — Backrest and footrest\u003c\/strong\u003e — This is what separates the FM001 from every other eBike at its price. The rear seat includes a padded seat surface, a full backrest, and a footrest for passenger stability. It removes without tools for solo riding. The \u003cstrong\u003e330 lb (150 kg) combined payload\u003c\/strong\u003e covers rider + passenger + cargo — factor in all three when loading up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFront Basket Included\u003c\/strong\u003e — A metal front basket ships with the bike, installed. Groceries, a helmet, a bag for work — it’s immediately practical with no additional purchase. For \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/fat-tire-electric-bikes-canada-2026\"\u003eutility riding\u003c\/a\u003e, a front basket changes what you can accomplish on a single trip. Weight added to the front basket counts toward the 330 lb combined payload.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDual Suspension — Front fork + rear seat spring\u003c\/strong\u003e — The front fork handles impact at the handlebars; the rear seat spring cushions vertical movement at the saddle for both rider and passenger. On cracked urban pavement, frost-heaved asphalt, and gravel paths, that dual-point compliance makes a real difference over a two-hour ride. Neither suspension element is performance-grade; both are meaningfully better than a rigid frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7-Speed Gearing\u003c\/strong\u003e — Seven speeds cover flat paths through moderate hills. Ridstar does not publish the drivetrain brand in the FM001’s specifications. With two riders aboard, shifting down on climbs reduces motor strain and extends battery range — lower gears keep the motor in its efficient RPM band on inclines. See our guide on \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/pedal-assist-vs-throttle-ebike-canada\"\u003epedal assist vs. throttle\u003c\/a\u003e for how to maximise range with a passenger aboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e20″×4.0″ Fat Tires — All-surface traction\u003c\/strong\u003e — Fat tires run at lower pressure, spreading combined rider and passenger weight over a larger contact patch. That produces better grip on wet pavement, gravel, and hardpack — terrain where a narrow tire at two-rider weight would demand careful handling. The 20″ wheel size keeps the FM001 nimble in urban traffic while delivering the stability that a 26″ fat tire bike provides on open paths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSB Charging Port + Phone Holder + LCD Display\u003c\/strong\u003e — Three accessories included from the factory. The USB port charges devices on longer rides. The phone holder mounts at the handlebars for navigation. The backlit LCD shows speed, battery level, pedal assist level, and trip data in real time. A fully connected commuter setup at no additional cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIP5 Water-Resistant\u003c\/strong\u003e — The manufacturer’s stated IP5 rating indicates protection against water jets from any angle. Ride in rain and normal Canadian wet weather without concern. Avoid submerging or pressure-washing the motor housing and display. For year-round urban riders, water resistance is a baseline requirement — the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/electric-bike-laws-canada\"\u003eeBike laws guide\u003c\/a\u003e covers riding rules that apply in rain and wet conditions by province.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRidstar FM001 electric bike (partially assembled)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e48V 15Ah battery (installed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRear seat with backrest and footrest (installed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFront basket (installed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCharger\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePhone holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUSB charging port (integrated into display)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLCD colour display\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLED headlight\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLED taillight\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTool kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUser manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNo additional purchases required to ride. Helmet not included (required by law in most Canadian provinces — see \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/electric-bike-laws-canada\"\u003eeBike laws by province\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Honest Take — What We’d Change\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMechanical disc brakes.\u003c\/strong\u003e Stopping 330 lbs of combined weight at 32 km\/h demands more hand force than hydraulic disc brakes would require. On flat, dry urban terrain this is a non-issue. On a long, steep descent with two riders near the payload ceiling, hand fatigue is noticeable over time. Hydraulic disc brakes typically start appearing at $2,000+; at $1,499 mechanical discs are the category standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensor type not published by manufacturer.\u003c\/strong\u003e Ridstar does not specify whether the FM001 uses a cadence or torque sensor. At this motor class and price point, cadence sensors are the category standard — but if proportional pedal feel matters to you, call us at 1-866-938-7580 to confirm before ordering. If a confirmed torque sensor is a requirement, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/eunorau-meta-26\"\u003eEunorau Meta 26\u003c\/a\u003e at $2,099 specifies one explicitly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNon-folding frame.\u003c\/strong\u003e The FM001 takes up full-size bike storage space. If you need to fold for an apartment, a small car trunk, or a transit+ride commute, the FM001 is the wrong tool. Browse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/folding-electric-bicycles\"\u003efolding eBike collection\u003c\/a\u003e instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBike weight not published by manufacturer.\u003c\/strong\u003e Ridstar does not list the FM001’s weight in their published specifications. Similar 2-seater fat tire bikes in this class run 68–80 lbs — call us at 1-866-938-7580 to confirm before you order if this is a deciding factor for storage or transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThose trade-offs noted: the two-seat design, the 1,000W motor, the front basket, and the 720 Wh battery are genuinely unusual at $1,499. The FM001 optimises for shared riding and utility functionality. For riders who want to go together, that’s exactly the right trade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFull Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align:left;background:#f5f5f5;padding:10px;border-bottom:2px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMotor \u0026amp; Performance\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;width:40%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMotor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e1,000W brushless hub motor (1,500W peak)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTorque\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e85 Nm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop Speed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e~45 km\/h (speed-limited mode available)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax Slope\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e20°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssist Modes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e5-level pedal assist, throttle, or pedal only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensor Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003eNot specified by manufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align:left;background:#f5f5f5;padding:10px;border-bottom:2px solid #ddd;border-top:2px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBattery \u0026amp; Range\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBattery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e48V 15Ah (720 Wh), removable lithium-ion with BMS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharge Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e4–6 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRange (Throttle)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e~50 km (single rider); ~35–45 km (two riders, Zeus estimate)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRange (PAS)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003eUp to ~80 km (single rider); ~55–65 km (two riders, Zeus estimate)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWaterproof Rating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003eIP5 (manufacturer’s stated rating)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align:left;background:#f5f5f5;padding:10px;border-bottom:2px solid #ddd;border-top:2px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFrame \u0026amp; Seating\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003eAluminium alloy, non-folding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWheel Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e20″×4.0″ fat tires\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax Payload\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e330 lbs (150 kg) — rider + passenger + cargo combined\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e2-person — rear seat with backrest and footrest (removable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBike Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003eNot published by manufacturer — call 1-866-938-7580 to confirm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align:left;background:#f5f5f5;padding:10px;border-bottom:2px solid #ddd;border-top:2px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSuspension \u0026amp; Brakes\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFront Suspension\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003eFront fork shock absorber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRear Suspension\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003eRear seat spring suspension\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrakes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003eMechanical disc, front \u0026amp; rear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align:left;background:#f5f5f5;padding:10px;border-bottom:2px solid #ddd;border-top:2px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDrivetrain \u0026amp; Accessories\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGears\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e7-speed (brand not specified by manufacturer)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Accessories\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003eFront basket, phone holder, USB charging port (integrated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align:left;background:#f5f5f5;padding:10px;border-bottom:2px solid #ddd;border-top:2px solid #ddd;\"\u003eElectronics \u0026amp; Display\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003eLCD colour display — speed, battery, PAS level, trip data\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeadlight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003eLED front light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaillight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003eLED rear light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align:left;background:#f5f5f5;padding:10px;border-bottom:2px solid #ddd;border-top:2px solid #ddd;\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Warranty\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003eFree Canada-wide shipping\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003eShips within 3–7 business days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e1-year manufacturer warranty (motor, battery, charger)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003eBlack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Is This Bike For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCouples and partners who want to ride together\u003c\/strong\u003e — The FM001 is built for this. One $1,499 purchase instead of two. The rear seat removes when you want to ride solo. For a couple doing weekend rides, commuting together, or exploring a trail, this is the most efficient use of a $1,499 eBike budget. Browse our full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/zeus-ebikes-approved\"\u003eeBike lineup\u003c\/a\u003e if you’re comparing options across categories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParents with teens and older kids\u003c\/strong\u003e — The rear seat handles adult and near-adult weight comfortably. The 330 lb combined payload accommodates a parent and a passenger up to approximately 150 lbs after the rider’s weight, depending on gear. For school runs, park trips, and neighbourhood rides with an older kid, the FM001 is a functional and significantly cheaper alternative to a cargo eBike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUtility and delivery riders\u003c\/strong\u003e — When not carrying a passenger, the FM001 is a capable utility platform. The front basket handles groceries, gear, and bags from the factory. The 720 Wh battery has enough range for a full delivery shift. The rear seat area manages bungee-strapped cargo when unoccupied. The \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/fat-tire-electric-bikes-canada-2026\"\u003efat tires\u003c\/a\u003e handle loading dock surfaces, gravel, and urban back alleys without complaint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeavier solo riders\u003c\/strong\u003e — The 330 lb payload is meaningfully above the 265–286 lb ceiling of most single-rider eBikes at this price. Heavier riders get real headroom instead of operating at the limit. Motor and suspension are both spec’d for the load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho it’s NOT for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Young children require a dedicated child seat with proper safety ratings — the FM001’s rear seat is designed for adult or teen passengers. Riders who need to fold for apartment storage or a small car trunk should look at our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/folding-electric-bicycles\"\u003efolding eBike collection\u003c\/a\u003e instead. If hydraulic brakes, a torque sensor, or UL certification are requirements, the budget needs to be $2,000–$2,600+. And if you’re buying this as a pure solo performance machine, a single-rider fat tire at the same price will be lighter and simpler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow It Compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;min-width:700px;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"padding:10px;text-align:left;border-bottom:2px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"padding:10px;text-align:center;border-bottom:2px solid #ddd;background:#fffbe6;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRidstar FM001\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"padding:10px;text-align:center;border-bottom:2px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/eunorau-meta-26\"\u003eEunorau Meta 26\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"padding:10px;text-align:center;border-bottom:2px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/samebike-lotdm200-ii\"\u003eSamebike LOTDM200-II\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"padding:10px;text-align:center;border-bottom:2px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/samebike-cy20-folding-commuter-electric-bike\"\u003eSamebike CY20\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"padding:10px;text-align:center;border-bottom:2px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tesway-x5-awd-dual-motor\"\u003eTesway X5 AWD\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;background:#fffbe6;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2 — rear seat removable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMotor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;background:#fffbe6;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1,000W \/ 85 Nm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003e500W \/ 55 Nm (torque sensor)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003e500W \/ 70 Nm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003e350W \/ 45+ Nm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003eDual 2,000W \/ 200 Nm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBattery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;background:#fffbe6;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e720 Wh\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003e720 Wh (LG cells)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003e624 Wh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003e468 Wh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003e3,120 Wh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrakes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;background:#fffbe6;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMech. disc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003eHydraulic disc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003eMech. disc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003eMech. disc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003eHydraulic disc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePayload\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;background:#fffbe6;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e330 lbs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003e286 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003e265 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003e330 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003e400 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFolds?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;background:#fffbe6;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded extras\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;background:#fffbe6;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBasket, phone holder, USB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003eBluetooth app\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003eSeat-integrated battery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003eNFC, UL 2849 cert.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePAB-legal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;background:#fffbe6;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpeed-limited mode\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003eYes (500W native)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003eNo — LSM class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;background:#fffbe6;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$1,499\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/eunorau-meta-26\"\u003e$2,099\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/samebike-lotdm200-ii\"\u003e$1,499\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/samebike-cy20-folding-commuter-electric-bike\"\u003e$1,199\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tesway-x5-awd-dual-motor\"\u003e$2,599\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose the FM001\u003c\/strong\u003e if you want to ride with a passenger — it’s the only bike in this group with a rear seat and the 1,000W motor is sized for the combined weight. \u003cstrong\u003eChoose the LOTDM200-II\u003c\/strong\u003e at the same price for a lighter, cleaner solo utility bike with a 500W PAB-native motor. \u003cstrong\u003eChoose the Meta 26\u003c\/strong\u003e for a torque-sensor step-thru with hydraulic brakes and UL certification at $600 more. \u003cstrong\u003eChoose the CY20\u003c\/strong\u003e if folding and compact storage are requirements. \u003cstrong\u003eChoose the X5 AWD\u003c\/strong\u003e for dual-motor performance, a 3,120 Wh battery, and 400 lb payload — at a $1,100 premium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the FM001 a tandem electric bike?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot in the traditional sense. On a true tandem bicycle, both riders have pedals and contribute power. On the FM001, only the front rider pedals — the rear rider is a passenger on a dedicated seat with a backrest and footrest. If you searched “tandem electric bike Canada,” the FM001 is the practical equivalent for most use cases (one bike, two people, $1,499), but the rear rider does not pedal or contribute to motor assist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the FM001 legal to ride on public roads in Canada?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FM001’s 1,000W motor exceeds the federal Power-Assisted Bicycle (PAB) nominal ceiling of 500W. In unrestricted mode, it also exceeds the 32 km\/h PAB speed limit. Classification varies by province: some focus on top speed; others on motor wattage. Many riders operate it in speed-limited mode (≤32 km\/h), but the motor rating means it may still be treated as a motor vehicle under the wattage rule. Read our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/electric-bike-laws-canada\"\u003ecomplete eBike laws guide by province\u003c\/a\u003e and confirm with your local authority before riding on public paths. For a bike that is unambiguously PAB-legal out of the box, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/samebike-lotdm200-ii\"\u003eSamebike LOTDM200-II\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/eunorau-meta-26\"\u003eEunorau Meta 26\u003c\/a\u003e are native 500W options at this price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan two adults realistically ride this bike?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — that is the designed use case. The 330 lb (150 kg) combined payload covers rider + passenger + any cargo they’re carrying. The rear seat includes a backrest and footrest for a stable passenger position at riding speeds. The 1,000W motor handles the combined weight on moderate inclines up to 20°. For two riders over 300 lbs combined, plan for range at the lower throttle estimate (35–40 km) on hillier routes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the rear seat remove?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rear seat detaches from the frame for solo riding. Reinstallation is equally quick. Contact us at 1-866-938-7580 or \u003ca href=\"mailto:milad@zeusebikes.ca\"\u003emilad@zeusebikes.ca\u003c\/a\u003e before purchasing if you want to confirm the removal process — we’re happy to walk you through it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the actual range with two riders?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith two adult riders, Zeus estimates approximately 35–45 km on throttle and 55–65 km on pedal assist with both riders pedalling at a light effort. These are derived from the 720 Wh battery capacity and combined payload; actual range varies with terrain, combined weight, temperature, wind, and assist level. At −10°C, reduce those estimates by an additional 15–25%. For context, the competing 624 Wh and 468 Wh packs on solo bikes at this price provide meaningfully less headroom under the same conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I carry cargo in the front basket while a passenger is on the rear seat?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Front basket and rear seat operate independently. Factor all weight into the 330 lb (150 kg) combined payload limit: rider + passenger + basket cargo must stay under that ceiling. For heavier cargo loads, ride solo with the rear seat removed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I finance this purchase?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinancing options are available through our store. Read our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/how-to-finance-electric-bike-canada-2026\"\u003ecomplete guide to financing an eBike in Canada\u003c\/a\u003e, or call 1-866-938-7580 to discuss payment options before ordering. We’re a real Canadian business — if you want to talk through whether this bike fits your situation before committing, call us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the warranty cover?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FM001 comes with a \u003cstrong\u003e1-year manufacturer warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e covering the motor, battery, and charger against manufacturing defects under normal use. Physical damage from crashes, wear items (tyres, brake pads, cables), and water damage beyond the IP5 rating are not covered. 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