Fafrees F20 Max

A folding step-through fat-tyre e-bike with 20 x 4.0-inch CST tyres, a rear hub motor rated at 500 W continuous and 54 Nm, and a removable 48 V 30 Ah (1440 Wh) battery with LG cells, limited to 25 km/h. It has a 50 mm suspension fork, a suspension seatpost, mechanical disc brakes and a Shimano 7-speed gearset.

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Spec analysis: we have not ridden this model. Specs and prices checked 13 Nov 2026.

Fafrees F20 Max
Photo: Fafrees
Top speed
25 km/h (16 mph)
Motor
500 W rated, 690 W peak
Torque
54 Nm
Battery
1,440 Wh
Range
≈ 169 km real, 150 km claimed
Weight
34.5 kg
Max load
150 kg
Price from
€1,399 · £699

Full specifications

Performance
Top speed (EU version)25 km/h (16 mph)
Motor power500 W rated, 690 W peak
Torque54 Nm
Claimed range150 km
Assist levels3 assist levels
Motor and drivetrain
Motors1 (rear hub)
Assist sensorCadence sensor
Pedal assistYes
Throttle above 6 km/hnot published
GearsShimano 7-speed (14–28T)
DriveChain
Battery and charging
Battery1,440 Wh (48 V, 30 Ah)
CellsLG
Removable batteryYes
Charging time10 h
Size and weight
Weight34.5 kg
Max load150 kg
Rider height170–200 cm
Seat height940 mm
FoldingYes
Folded size95 × 50 × 75 cm
Frame styleStep-through (low entry)
Frame6061 aluminium alloy
Wheels, brakes and suspension
Wheel size20″
Tyre size20 × 4.0″
TyresPneumatic
BrakesMechanical disc front and rear, 160 mm rotors
SuspensionSuspension fork with 50 mm travel, suspension seatpost with 15 mm travel
Lights, display and features
LightsFront light, rear light with brake light
Display3.5″ backlit LCD, IP65
Water resistanceIPX3
Other featuresRear rack, Mudguards, Kickstand, Folding pedals
Approvals and warranty
EN 15194 certifiedYes
Warranty1 year

European version, from official sources listed below. “Not published” means the maker does not give that figure; we leave a gap rather than guess.

Where can you ride it?

As sold, the Fafrees F20 Max can be ridden on public roads in 0 of the 5 countries we cover. Verdicts compare the European version's specs with each country's rules. They are not legal advice.

CountryVerdict for this model as sold
🇫🇷 France
checked 9 Nov 2026
Not confirmed
  • EU type approval is not confirmed. Without it the vehicle is off-road only.
  • Ridden under moped or motorcycle rules.
  • Liability insurance.
  • Number plate or insurance sticker.
  • Licence: AM (BSR) or any other licence category if born on or after 1 January 1988.
  • Minimum age 14.
  • Helmet required.
🇩🇪 Germany
checked 9 Nov 2026
Not confirmed
  • EU type approval is not confirmed. Without it the vehicle is off-road only.
  • Ridden under moped or motorcycle rules.
  • Liability insurance.
  • Number plate or insurance sticker.
  • Licence: AM (included in car licence B).
  • Minimum age 15.
  • Helmet required.
🇳🇱 Netherlands
checked 9 Nov 2026
Not confirmed
  • EU type approval is not confirmed. Without it the vehicle is off-road only.
  • Ridden under moped or motorcycle rules.
  • Liability insurance.
  • Number plate or insurance sticker.
  • Licence: AM (a Dutch B or A licence also covers it).
  • Minimum age 16.
  • Helmet required.
🇵🇱 Poland
checked 9 Nov 2026
Not confirmed
  • EU type approval is not confirmed. Without it the vehicle is off-road only.
  • Ridden under moped or motorcycle rules.
  • Liability insurance.
  • Number plate or insurance sticker.
  • Licence: AM (from 14); A1, A2, A, B1, B, C1, C, D1, D and T also cover mopeds; no licence needed if you turned 18 before 19 Jan 2013.
  • Minimum age 14.
  • Helmet required.
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
checked 9 Nov 2026
Not confirmed
  • EU type approval is not confirmed. Without it the vehicle is off-road only.
  • Ridden under moped or motorcycle rules.
  • Liability insurance.
  • Number plate or insurance sticker.
  • Licence: AM (learners: CBT plus a provisional licence and L plates).
  • Minimum age 16.
  • Helmet required.

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Sources

  1. www.fafreesebike.com
  2. fafrees.uk