The Fafrees FF20 Polar is a folding e-bike with a 1080 Wh battery. That battery is 56% above the median for its class. It also weighs 22.7 kg, which is 14% below the class median. This bike suits riders who want a long estimated range in a lighter folding package.
The FF20 Polar has a hub motor with 40 Nm of torque, level with the class median. Its top speed is 24 km/h, which is typical for a standard pedelec. It costs 1499 USD, 50% above the class median. You get a large battery and a relatively light frame for that price.
What the numbers say
| Spec | This bike | Median for its type |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 1080 Wh | 691 Wh |
| Weight | 22.7 kg | 26.3 kg |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Estimated range | 79 km | 49 km |
| Price | 1499 USD | 999 USD |
Questions people ask about the FF20 Polar
How much does it weigh?
The FF20 Polar weighs 22.7 kg. That is 14% below the median for folding e-bikes. It is a folding bike, so you can carry it up stairs or onto a train, but 22.7 kg is still heavy for most people.
How much torque does it have?
The motor delivers 40 Nm of torque. That is exactly the median for its class. It is enough for moderate hills, but not for steep climbs with heavy cargo.
What speed class is it?
It is a standard pedelec class. The top speed is 24 km/h. That means the motor assists only while you pedal, and it stops assisting at that speed.
How far does it really go?
The manufacturer claims 114 km. MathBikes estimates 79 km, with a band of 69 to 88 km. That estimate is 31% below the claim. The estimate comes from a formula, not a test. You can adjust assumptions with the range calculator.
What does it cost to run?
The purchase price is 1499 USD. Running costs depend on electricity, maintenance, and replacement parts. The battery is large, so charging it costs more than a smaller battery, but still little per charge. Use the cost calculator to see yearly costs.
Where it falls short
The FF20 Polar has no throttle. You must pedal to get motor assistance. It also has no step-through frame, which can make mounting harder for some riders. The warranty is not listed, so you do not know what coverage you get.
Who should buy it
The FF20 Polar fits riders who want a folding bike with a long estimated range. It is lighter than the average folding e-bike, which helps if you carry it. It is not for riders who need a throttle or a step-through frame.
- You commute more than 30 km each way and want a folding bike.
- You want a battery that outlasts most folding e-bikes on a single charge.
- You prefer a lighter folding bike, under 25 kg, without giving up range.
Look elsewhere if you need a throttle for effortless starts. Also look elsewhere if you want a step-through frame for easy mounting. And if you want a published warranty, this bike does not list one.
