{"product_id":"meta-20-1","title":"EUNORAU META20 1.0 500W Folding Step-Through Electric Bike – 48V 15Ah, Torque Sensor, 20\" x 3.0\" Tires, Hydraulic Brakes","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFinally, an E-Bike That Fits You Instead of the Other Way Around\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're on the shorter side, you already know this feeling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost e-bikes are built around a 5'10\" rider. The saddle sits high, the frame is tall, and the heavy battery rides up where it makes the bike feel tippy. So you spend every red light balanced on your tiptoes, hoping nobody pulls up too close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEUNORAU META20\u003c\/strong\u003e is built lower and closer to the ground. Its 20-inch wheels and low frame bring the seat down to about \u003cstrong\u003e29.9 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e off the ground, so many riders can put their feet down flat and feel in control. It fits riders from \u003cstrong\u003e5'1\" to 6'1\"\u003c\/strong\u003e, and it still carries a full-size battery and one of the nicest-feeling motor systems in its price range. When you're done riding, the frame folds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Torque Sensor: Why It Feels So Natural\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the feature that makes the META20 easy for new riders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheaper e-bikes use a cadence sensor: the moment the pedals start turning, the motor kicks in at a set level. That sudden push can feel jumpy, especially from a standstill. The META20 uses a \u003cstrong\u003etorque sensor\u003c\/strong\u003e, which measures how hard you press on the pedals and adds power in proportion. Press gently, get a gentle boost. Press harder up a hill, get more help. Starts are smooth, not startling, and it feels like a regular bike where your legs just got stronger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe motor is a \u003cstrong\u003e48V 500W rear hub with 55 Nm of torque\u003c\/strong\u003e, plenty for city streets, bike paths, and moderate hills. A thumb throttle moves you without pedaling, and a Shimano 7-speed drivetrain gives you gears to work with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA Full-Size Battery in a Compact Bike\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe removable \u003cstrong\u003e48V 15Ah Samsung-cell battery\u003c\/strong\u003e holds about 720 watt-hours. Think of watt-hours as the size of the gas tank. It's the same battery the full-size META275 2.0 uses, so a smaller bike doesn't mean shorter rides. Add an optional second battery and EUNORAU rates the bike at up to 100 miles in ideal conditions. A full charge takes 5 to 7 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStable, Safe, and Ready for Errands\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKenda 20\" × 3.0\" tires\u003c\/strong\u003e, wider than a typical commuter tire, keep the bike planted at low speeds and around corners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHydraulic disc brakes with 180mm rotors\u003c\/strong\u003e stop you smoothly with a light squeeze, and cut the motor the instant you touch a lever. Hydraulic brakes use fluid instead of cable, so they need less hand strength.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLED lights\u003c\/strong\u003e front and rear, and the rear light brightens when you brake.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003erear rack and fenders\u003c\/strong\u003e are included, so groceries and wet roads are covered from day one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003ehinge-folding frame\u003c\/strong\u003e collapses the bike in seconds, so it fits a car trunk, a closet, or an RV storage bay.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003equick-release, telescoping stem\u003c\/strong\u003e lets you raise or lower the handlebar without tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBC182 display\u003c\/strong\u003e connects by Bluetooth to the EUNORAU GO app.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a \u003cstrong\u003eClass 2 e-bike, assisted up to 20 MPH\u003c\/strong\u003e, the class most states treat like a regular bicycle, and it's UL certified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Honest Part\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\"100 miles on one battery?\"\u003c\/strong\u003e No. That rating uses the optional second battery and low assist. Expect roughly half on the main battery alone, and less with hills or throttle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\"Do small wheels ride rough?\"\u003c\/strong\u003e 20\" wheels are nimble and stable but don't roll over deep potholes as smoothly as larger wheels. The wide tires help a lot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\"Is it light?\"\u003c\/strong\u003e It's 63.4 pounds: lighter than most full-size e-bikes, but plan on help for stairs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\"How much can it carry?\"\u003c\/strong\u003e The payload is 286 pounds, rider plus cargo. Heavier riders who also carry a lot should look at a bike with a higher payload rating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs This Your Bike?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the META20 if you're between about 5'1\" and 5'6\", you want a lower, more compact bike, or you need something that folds into limited storage. It comes in Alpine White, Steel Blue, Pastel Pink, Deep Crimson, and Dark Charcoal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're 5'6\" or taller and want larger 27.5\" wheels for longer commutes, look at the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vortexcycles.bike\/products\/meta275-2\"\u003eMETA275 2.0\u003c\/a\u003e. For a middle ground, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vortexcycles.bike\/products\/eunorau-meta-2024-24-frame-electric-bike\"\u003eMETA24\u003c\/a\u003e rolls on 24\" wheels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Shows Up at Your Door\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA factory-sealed EUNORAU META20, mostly assembled, with the battery, charger, rack, fenders, lights, and tools. The free kit shown above ships with it. EUNORAU's warranty covers the motor, battery, and electronics for 24 months and the frame for 10 years, and our Ride Desk handles any claim for you. Shipping is free to the lower 48, delivery takes about 7–10 business days, and you have \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vortexcycles.bike\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003e14 days to return it\u003c\/a\u003e if it isn't right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePick your color above, and ride a bike that was actually built for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMETA20 Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill I be able to touch the ground?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe saddle goes as low as about 29.9\" from the ground. Compare that to your inseam: if your inseam is close to that number, you'll reach the ground comfortably on your toes or flat-footed. Send the Ride Desk your inseam and we'll confirm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it fold?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. EUNORAU builds the META20 with a hinge-folding frame that collapses in seconds, and the stem adjusts with a quick-release clamp. Pull the battery out first to make it lighter to lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it good for a first-time e-bike rider?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The torque sensor gives smooth, gentle starts, the low frame builds confidence, and the hydraulic brakes need only a light squeeze.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"EUNORAU","offers":[{"title":"Alpine White","offer_id":43296920010814,"sku":"META20-ST-WT","price":1529.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Steel Blue","offer_id":43296920043582,"sku":"META20-ST-GB","price":1529.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pastel Pink","offer_id":43296920076350,"sku":"META20-ST-PK","price":1529.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Deep Crimson","offer_id":43296920109118,"sku":"META20-ST-DR","price":1529.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dark Charcoal","offer_id":43296920141886,"sku":"META20-ST-SG","price":1529.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0636\/3830\/6878\/files\/META20_12.jpg?v=1788818304","url":"https:\/\/vortexcycles.bike\/products\/meta-20-1","provider":"VortexCycles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}