Where are the pedals? The Jackrabbit e-bike is conspicuously missing a key feature of nearly every bicycle out there: the Jackrabbit e-bike is equipped with footpegs instead of pedals, allowing the throttle alone to control the motor while your feet

This allows the rider to rest while controlling the motor with just the throttle

This is a unique approach to mobility that does not dwell on a specific label (is it a bicycle or not), but rather focuses on solving a problem This small, two-wheeled e-bike is intended to provide a convenient and lean means of transportation for people without storage space, such as apartment dwellers and office workers who live cubicle lives

The Jackrabbit is comfortable as a niche solution and differs significantly from many better electric bicycles As such, it has some limitations that make it an appropriate choice only for certain types of riders; read the rest of our Jackrabbit review to see if it fits your needs

The Jackrabbit is priced at $1,200 and can be purchased through the Jackrabbit website The bike is shipped directly to you and requires little to no assembly out of the box In fact, all you have to do is secure the handlebars with a quick-release lever [Available in four colors: black, white, yellow, and blue The Jackrabbit comes in only one size

This little bike stands apart from other bicycles on the market By technical definition, this may not be a bicycle There are no pedals, the feet rest on folding footrests, and the motor does all the work

The rear hub motor puts out 300 watts of power On flat ground, it can bring the Jackrabbit up to speed quickly

The Jackrabbit rolls on an aluminum frame and 20-inch wheels The rear tires are 25 inches wide compared to 195 inches at the front The rear wheels are equipped with mechanical disc brakes and no front brakes

The handlebar can be folded down with a quick release lever on the stem Plastic clips can be used to secure the handlebars so they do not get in the way when storing or carrying the bike The seat post can also be adjusted with the quick-release lever

The bike is 48" long and 29" high in the "ride" position This is very small, especially considering the rider accommodations advertised by Jackrabbit

The novelty accelerates the moment you step on the throttle A smile is inevitable Jackrabbit is definitely fun to ride But it also requires a great deal of care to avoid losing control

With its very short wheelbase, the rider's weight is more concentrated on the front wheel than on longer bikes, so small inputs from the handlebars are immediately reflected in the movement of the front wheel Especially when top speeds reach 20 mph, close attention must be paid to the super-responsive steering

It took several rides to get used to the Jackrabbit's unique handling characteristics And it is all too easy to get into trouble at top speed However, once you get a feel for the Jackrabbit's handling, it is not much of a problem Still, I wouldn't recommend riding it hands-off or turning at high speeds (As with any bike, we recommend wearing the best motorcycle helmet you can find)

Fortunately, the rear brake has enough power and modulation to slow you down before you run into something you can't move

The Jackrabbit's motor gets up to speed fairly quickly on the flats However, it gets bogged down on hills According to Jackrabbit, the bike is designed to handle hills with gradients of up to 12 percent, but starting from a standstill on such a slope is next to impossible

As a countermeasure, Jackrabbit recommends a "kick" start, as one would do on a skateboard or scooter But even then, the motor is quickly overloaded by the sudden pitch If the Jackrabbit had pedals, this problem would be less of a concern

The Jackrabbit is surprisingly comfortable to ride I'm 5'7" and the bike feels almost comically small, but the handlebars are raised enough that I could sit comfortably for several miles For someone much taller than me, this bike might not be as comfortable

According to Jackrabbit, the battery is lithium-ion, 36V, 42 Ah, 1512 Wh It can be removed with a key, but it is also possible to charge Jackrabbit's battery without moving the battery

Jackrabbit advertises the bike's range as 12 miles This is generally much smaller than other e-bikes, but since it relies entirely on the throttle and has no pedals, this short range is not surprising

The battery indicator has three lights: green, yellow, and red Green means the battery is fully charged, while red means the battery is nearing the end of its life

I drove about three miles before the battery life indicator changed from green to yellow I was not cautious in my throttle usage and basically opened the throttle to full throttle whenever possible to see how the battery was draining

Based on my riding, the advertised 12-mile range seems accurate Thus, the Jackrabbit is ideal for short trips It may be best to plan charging accordingly; according to Jackrabbit, it takes about two hours to fully charge the battery

Jackrabbit's website lists 10 different accessories compatible with the Jackrabbit For example, the rear basket costs $100 and attaches to the bicycle seat post An additional battery costs $200

More nifty accessories include a $25 shoulder carry sling and an Air Sealand travel bag to protect Jackrabbit while traveling There is also a $75 ultra-fast charger that would be useful for those who use Jackrabbit daily

There are other small e-bikes on the market, but few are pedal-less in the same way; SwagCycle makes the $700 pedal-less electric scooter bike Pro, which is similarly very small; unlike the Jackrabbit, the SwagCycle's footrests are connected to the front axle

Smaller e-bikes with pedals are much more common For example, Rad Power Bikes makes the RadMini 4, a $1,500 electric folding bike; Brompton also makes an electric folding bike, and Aventon recently announced the $1,800 Sinch Step-Through Foldable Bike announced its $1,800 Sinch Step-Through Foldable Bike

The Jackrabbit is great fun to ride, but is best suited for very short trips It is also small, making it ideal for storing in the trunk of a car, but not very suitable for taller riders People over 6 feet tall will not enjoy the Jackrabbit's petite size

At this price, it is definitely possible to get an excellent e-bike that is also equipped with pedals So if you are worried about going up hills, which the Jackrabbit does not do well, you may want to look elsewhere

However, the Jackrabbit is suitable for car campers looking for an easy way to get around the campground, or for city dwellers looking for a compact solution for small errands

Regardless of how you use the Jackrabbit, keep in mind its unique handling characteristics All inputs to the handlebars are transmitted directly to the front wheel, so it is recommended that you take some time to familiarize yourself with the bike before riding around at high speeds