EVELO Compass Trike Review - $3.7k

The EVELO Compass is a heavy duty electric trike with five levels of pedal assist, instant-power trigger throttle, adjustable top speed (the default is 16 mph for safety), large 180mm disc brakes, motor inhibitors on both brake levers. Comes with durable plastic fenders on all three wheels, a full-surround chain cover, three integrated LED lights, reflective tires, and a heavy-duty steel mesh basket with bamboo deck. Maximum weight rating of 400lbs, available in two colors (gloss white or green), approachable step-thru frame, comfortable oversized saddle, ergonomic grips, and high-rise handlebar. This trike is fairly expensive and, like most trikes, heavy at ~85lbs, the two battery bays use separate keys and can be a hassle to reach since they're mounted low, some assembly required when buying online.
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[@paulfarrell5935]

Thank you Court for another informative and detailed review. I’ve been researching ETrikes for awhile and your reviews are always complete, honest and objective. It’s nice to have a reviewer you can trust. I’ve watched a lot of your reviews and purchased my wife’s and I Pedego Interceptors based on your review of that bike. I’m now looking at Trikes due to health issues. Thanks for being there to help!

[@lewisbrander6075]

Thank you Court for a fine review of this trike. I've researched and watched countless review videos on various trikes and have decided to purchase this trike. The people at Evelo are vey pleasant to talk to on the phone and are able to answer any questions that I have had. The only thing I would suggest is to updated this video. This Evelo model did apparently have a single rear wheel drive, but the new models have been upgraded with a differential so that both wheel drive and can turn independently from each other, which usually provides better traction. I also want to mention that the warranty is now 4 years or 20,000 miles. Not trying to be critical, just making a suggestion. I appreciate all the work you do for the bicycle industry ini doing these review. You takae care.

[@jrlovepll1215]

Great review, I like how you included info about the left wheel probably getting more wear. Also, the birds chirping at the end was peaceful 🐦

[@timothymartin7581]

i have one and it has been trouble free and fun , it makes me smile and people think i'm a nice person

[@timothymartin7581]

but i will mention that the bike doesnt come with a single scrap of paper ..nothing no manual no online manual

[@timothymartin7581]

and the rounded flange that holds the real wheels on is billet aluminum

[@judebarnes9209]

Tim did you test ride any other models of trikes ? Curious if you picked it over any others that were able to compare

[@timothymartin7581]

@@judebarnes9209 i bought an ebike trike previously and it was complete trash. all the welds looked like they were done by a 7 year old.it was a lot cheaper but not worth

[@sunnybeaches1331]

Hahaha! Same with me... nice!

[@ka1133]

Love to see a review of the Voltbike Trio trike. Thanks.

[@federicomaisch6812]

Thank you, great review

[@kellykelly7747]

I don't mind where the batteries are...not too difficult...and I like that it has two. Very well made eticycle.

[@stevedonovan9265]

My bbs02 is also fairly quiet but I use an aftermarket grease for the drive gear and an aftermarket chain sprocket with wide/narrow teeth which surprised me making things more quiet. EVELO is not using a sprocket from Bafang as they don't make one 42 teeth. Also, EVELO may have lowered the motor's wattage to reduce heat in part because of their metal casing which won't allow the stock motor casing to dissipate as easily. I'll assume they have access to Bafang's factory software just like the aftermarket community to lower the output and adjust the throttle to start slow and easy.

[@Beakerzor]

We just bought this exact bike last week!

[@luigisavoia2401]

how do you like it. at first glance i don't like the trikes all that much but as i age they're starting to look a bit more attractive to me.

[@ting280]

That's sick, looks so convenient

[@rabbitopartito]

thanks for the review...

[@turkrane12]

Looking at the Galaxy ST and it says the throttle only works after 6 mph, why is that? For me the most value i get from the throttle is off the line.

[@1InvisionProductions]

A very nice tricycle!

[@supergee1070]

Can you make a video on how to transport adult trikes with a suv please

[@Kenaroni]

This weekend I helped an older gentleman I know who bought one of these. The fender mounting needed a little adjusting and he wasn't really clear about the electric controls. But we got it going and took turns test riding it down the street. We had it in the lowest pedal assist level at "1", and this was plenty of power for me. It felt like someone gently pushing you from behind and I felt like I could ride like that all day. Stop pedaling to coast and the pushing stops. I was a little shocked at the price but I guess good technology isn't cheap.

[@prudencejuris4608]

Does it have a differential on the rear wheels for greater stability at cornering? The motor has *limited* power would have been much belter with a Bafang 1000 watt mid drive a lot more power with the gears well something a front hub motor cannot do

[@lololucero2382]

Nice , what size handle bars ?

[@anncharles7431]

I love this trike,I am looking into purchasing one,where exactly do you buy it?

[@phinkyrai18]

! Good bike. Works well.

[@myffanwy2]

How does this e-bike compare with a Pedego?

[@patriciakhan5931]

Where I can buy it?

[@tracyroberts2010]

Are there larger or custom pedals available to prevent foot slip off?

[@philodygmn]

If salt at the coast weren't such a critical issue for me then this would be a very strong option! I don't suppose they offer Gates belts as an upgrade…?

[@ElectricBikeReview]

Maybe someday, you could always replace the chain ongoing... wouldn't cost that much and could cut down on the noise of a rusting chain. Most are made from stainless steel and hold up alright if you clean and lube them regularly :)

[@billalbion]

Has it a differential or is only one wheel driven and one rear wheel brake.

[@BlaineNay]

The current model (2021) has a differential.

[@aliciashirley5210]

I wan't one!!! How much does it cost?

[@renanalejandro6021]

Cómo poder comprar la está bicy

[@mangreat71]

What's the fastest speed, what's the range on a full charge, what's the website I can order, what's the most lbs it can pull, where can I get some tires for this that never go flat ?????

[@timothymartin7581]

20 mph is fastest speed ,i have one leg and dont pedal and i get 40 mile range for each of my 2 batteries it is rated for 400 pounds

[@gotfree2d]

Does this trike fit through a standard size house door?

[@Mike-xl5ke]

Who can’t afford a house after buying this trike😎

[@douglassterry8236]

Can th trick be walked up steers ? I LIVE ON A 2ND FLOOR IN TH WALK MODE

[@atalbrt]

I wouldn't count on that. It weighs 85 lb out of the box. You will likely add things to it. I have trouble getting it up over a curb.

[@gigiis526]

I hope you moved down stairs and bought one! haha

[@russsherwood5978]

needs a back rest for the seat other than that its a coolbike,, be blessed and safe

[@AlM-sn3yr]

Can't help but compare it to much cheaper trikes like Sun 24 kit. They sure put a lot of effort on "flashy" side of things. Not so much in added value. Mid-drive or PAS are not too important on a trike, you are not going to pedal it much, a throttle without PAS would do. One smart idea here is the battery mounted below rear frame - though a mixed blessing, frees out the basket space but makes battery removal more difficult. Small perch of "2-wheel style" saddle, and their (optional) saddle with backrest is a flimsy Amazon part. No flat-foot position - hello people, trikes like this are supposed to be about comfort! Give us more value and less flash, please.

[@montasrimohamedzied8305]

Amazing tricycle 😃😍🥰🥰🥰🔥💓i loooove it 🤗

[@PhiLeo7973]

Your germane, constructive criticism should be welcome to a progressive bike designer. Logic,reason,and ergonomics dictate, if two batteries are installed, the battery installed unit on the left should be the default layout by virtue of its easier to access charging port, as noticed and pointed at by you . Great job as usual Court.Happy Holidays.phil

[@chesternorris4001]

How much are they never tell you how much you are

[@antony1m]

How about making a two seat'ER"...so a couple can ride too together ....with the FAT tire thing....Love this one...

[@marcbisson5257]

your not alowed to drive on side wake on ebikes

[@sunnybeaches1331]

I Love it, BUT the speed could be at least 30 mph because of the fact that you might need to get on the road. Put a 1000 Watt motor as well as a 20-25 AmpHour Battery. Everything else is great!

[@minniesaab7255]

❤ it

[@ElectricBikeReview]

Me too :D

[@menopassini9348]

Nice bike, but transaxle should be an option.

[@ElectricBikeReview]

Would that allow both rear wheels to turn when pedaling or getting motor power? I think I've seen this before on another really fancy trike... It also slowed the inner wheel when turning, if I remember correctly :)

[@billalbion]

@@ElectricBikeReview It's called a differential.

[@nickolaymiltenov]

@@billalbion I think that you even don't need a real differential. A freewheel on each semiaxle is enough. But you will not have reverse in that configuration, but for that trike it is not a big concern.

[@BlaineNay]

The current model (2021) has a differential.

[@wasanthikumari3935]

How mutch

[@cresshead]

mid drive..nice one!

[@ElectricBikeReview]

Yeah! One of the very few mid-drive trikes I've ever seen, apart from the Raleigh Tristar iE electricbikereview.com/raleigh/tristar-ie/ and IZIP E3 Go electricbikereview.com/izip/e3-go/ which are both basically the same trike

[@raykarl2119]

Looks like a mud flap to stop water coming up and splashing you.

[@williamdecker3989]

I love your detailed reviews, but they're a little too long. Can you tighten them up a bit? Thanks!

[@luigisavoia2401]

No such thing as too much info. You can fast forward to the parts that are interesting to you.

[@aljones9684]

No helmet is a bad message... at least you were wearing one.

[@carmengolea7547]

Unii place!Cat costa!

[@TRAUMATIZE]

Another trike for crazy money with no suspension and very little range.

[@nickolaymiltenov]

TheReal Traumatize, and two separate packs of batteries instead of one big custom made is not the best decision. After all this is the concept of the trike - it handles more weight and underneath the luggage basket is the perfect place for a powerful flat battery.

[@Scatterbrain70]

That battery is. Worth $750.

[@SiMahDan]

Forget the hard to read LCD display...Use these cool blu-tooth glasses instead! 😆 kzbin.info/www/bejne/qYScYaR7hcyWa5I

[@randylee2549]

$4700 in 2022

[@mexbeef]

shave

[@MHH3180]

Absurdly over priced especially compared to the superior Buzz trike.

[@robgoogle1364]

Grossly overpriced bikes.

[@thithamduong2223]

Yes, you could spend thousands of dollars on an eBike kzbin.infoUgkxUiL0GnyDjP32RJdd660sP8mZk4CRLTCJ and get something much higher quality. However, if you're looking for a basic model to try out eBiking this is a great choice. The assembly is easy as far as bikes go (took about an hour for me to do, I'm not an expert). All tools needed are included. I added the plastic mud guards you see and a more comfortable seat. The other reviews are correct that you're probably going to want a better seat (Giddy Up! Bike Seat is what I got - super comfortable). The battery easily handles a 2-4 hour ride if you add some of your own pedal power. I haven't even gotten it up to top speed yet - it is very fast. Components are not top of the line, but decent for the price and work just fine. It works great on dirt roads and singletrack and pavement although too heavy to do tricks or any serious technical mountain biking. I'm looking forward to using it a lot over the summer. Tons of fun!