LANKELEISI G650 Electric Folding City Bike 500W – Review and Comparison

The LANKELEISI G650 is a folding electric city bike equipped with full suspension, designed for daily urban commutes and leisure rides. Its 250 W/500 W brushless motor, paired with a 48 V 12.8 Ah battery and 6061 aluminium full-suspension foldable frame, makes it a versatile and accessible bike for riders between 160 and 195 cm tall.

Who is this bike for?

This model is particularly suitable for:

• Daily urban commutes to and from work
• Cyclists seeking an affordable fully suspended folding bike
• People who need to carry luggage (rear luggage rack included)
• Users between 160 and 195 cm looking for a versatile frame size

Performance and range

The G650 features a 250 W/500 W brushless motor mounted on the rear wheel. Its 12-point cadence sensor manages pedal assist across 5 levels, for riding tailored to every situation.

• Claimed range: up to 110 km (PAS1 – ECO mode)
• Range in throttle-only mode: 45 km
• Range after unlock (35 km/h): 40 km
• Default speed limit: 25 km/h
• Maximum speed after unlock: 35 km/h (private off-road use only)

In real-world conditions, range varies depending on:

• Rider weight
• Assistance level selected (PAS1 to PAS5)
• Terrain and elevation
• Use of the throttle

Strengths

✔ Full suspension (fork + rear shock) for urban comfort
✔ Practical folding format for transport and storage
✔ Internal waterproof IP54 battery, removable
✔ Smooth and reliable Shimano 7-speed transmission
✔ Front and rear hydraulic brakes for optimal safety
✔ High maximum load: 150 kg
✔ Luggage rack and mudguards included on delivery
✔ Full colour IP54 LCD display
✔ Attractive price for a full-suspension folding bike

Weaknesses

❌ Weight of 25.5 kg, moderate for a fully suspended folding bike
❌ Ambiguous road certification (see note below)
❌ 20×2.4 inch tyres less versatile off-tarmac
❌ Battery not listed in a major brand catalogue

Comparison and positioning

The LANKELEISI G650 positions itself as a budget-friendly fully suspended folding city bike (£999), against competitors like the Fiido M1 Pro or ADO A20F+ Air. Its full suspension sets it apart from many folding bikes in this price range, which typically offer only a front suspension fork.

Important note on certification: The product sheet indicates both 250 W/500 W power, 25 km/h speed limiting, and 35 km/h unlocked speed simultaneously. This configuration is ambiguous: the 250 W rating and 25 km/h limiting alone do not guarantee CE road homologation compliance. LANKELEISI does not offer an explicit choice between a road-certified version and an off-road version at purchase, which is a point to verify before any public road use.

This bike is for you if:

✔ you want a fully suspended folding bike for your daily urban commutes
✔ you need to transport your bike on public transport or store it easily
✔ you need a 150 kg maximum load capacity
✔ you are between 160 and 195 cm tall
✔ you want complete equipment (mudguards, luggage rack) from the outset

This bike is NOT for you if:

❌ you want a very lightweight bike, easy to carry by hand
❌ you ride regularly on unpaved tracks or in mountains
❌ you need guaranteed road certification without ambiguity
❌ you need wide tyres for rough terrain