Electric bike: Gocycle G4 folding bike

• Lighter

It’s a pretty lightweight machine that folds quickly and compactly. The updated G4 version weighs 16.9kg - 600g lighter than the previous GX model.

• Like no other

It has a fully suspended funkily Y-shaped frame that houses the 300Wh battery, a front hub motor that zips up hills, handlebar integrated LED lighting (the ‘fuel gauge’), fully enclosed chain and gears and magnesium one-piece wheels on single-sided forks.

• Power on demand

It feels efficient and fast to ride because it is and its secret weapon is the ‘On Demand’ mode, activated by a small push-button by the left handgrip, delivering maximum power for the duration it’s held in.

• Smart bike for smart phone

To make the most of the Gocycle’s cleverness it’s best to handlebar-mount a smartphone and keep the Gocycle app open so you can swap between several power settings from battery-saving Eco mode to the exhilarating City+ mode. The app also lets you play around with the power profiles and customise them as well as giving access to masses of other data.

• Accessories and more

Gocycle’s other 2021 models are the G4i (premium spec folder) and the G3+ (demountable rather than foldable).

Optional accessories for all Gocycle models include front and rear pannier systems which add a very good amount of carrying capacity, integrated LED lighting and mudguards.