Hiboy P6 Fat Tire Electric Bike Review: Smooth Sailing

I’ve always been staunchly on the analog side of the ebike versus traditional bike debate. Even when I lived in New York City and regularly commuted on a nonelectric road bike, I relished how sweaty I got, feeling like the queen of multitasking when I turned my transit time into a workout. Of course, ebikes have great perks and make getting out on two wheels way more accessible. I just never thought I could enjoy one the way I do a regular bike.

Testing the Hiboy P6 Fat Tire Electric Bike was decidedly fun, though. I’m not an ebike convert yet, but the Hiboy’s extremely comfortable ride, fat tires that can blast through just about anything, and easy-to-use interface really made me warm up to this mode of transportation.

Simple Setup

Hiboy is an affordable Chinese e-mobility brand offering scooters and bikes for adults and kids that you can order on Amazon. The bike arrived on my doorstep in one giant box, and only a few steps were required for assembly. I had to attach the front wheel, handlebars, and lights, and connect some wires, but putting it together was relatively simple, and I didn’t need any tools that weren’t provided. You can fully charge the detachable battery in about six hours for 50 to 62 pedal-assisted miles of range (you get about half that on pure electricity).

First Impressions

The Hiboy P6 is a lot of bike, especially if you’re used to riding lightweight carbon triathlon bikes, like me. It weighs 65 pounds (pretty average for an ebike, but the fat tires make it bulkier). The front tire is easy to take on and off for transport, and while I could lug it into and out of my SUV without assistance, it was kind of a pain. I’d recommend a ramp if you plan to haul this bike on a rack or in your car on a regular basis.