Electric tricycle for adults
Stable trikes with a Shimano or Bosch mid-drive motor, designed and built in Germany.
An electric tricycle for adults combines the stability of three wheels with the power of an e-bike: the motor helps you pull away, climb hills and ride into a headwind, and you never have to balance. All our tricycles come with a motor as standard. As a pedelec, your electric trike assists you up to 25 km/h, and in the EU you don't need a licence to ride it.
Our electric tricycles
Trigo E
Our entry-level electric trike: stable, light and with plenty of power for everyday riding.
Kettwiesel ONE (PLUS)
Full suspension and under-seat steering, with a Shimano or a powerful Bosch motor.
Kettwiesel ONE UP (PLUS)
With over-seat steering that folds up to make getting on easy.
Trigo UP E
The Trigo with over-seat steering and a basket: a tailwind for shopping and everyday trips.
Kettwiesel TWO
The side-by-side tandem with a Bosch motor: two seats next to each other.
Recommended retail price of Hase Bikes GmbH for Germany, incl. 19% VAT, excl. delivery. Prices in other countries and at dealers may vary.
Electric tricycle for seniors
Many of our customers get back on a bike after years, on a tricycle with a motor. An electric trike for seniors takes away the two biggest worries: balance and strength. You sit securely between the rear wheels, you can stay seated at traffic lights, and the motor helps you pull away and climb hills.
Easy to get on
You sit down sideways on the seat and lift your legs over the frame. On the Kettwiesel ONE UP, you fold the handlebar up first.
Comfortable seating
On the Trigo, you sit 58 to 66 cm (23–26 in) high, almost like on a tall chair.
Gentle assistance
You set the motor assistance in levels, from a gentle push to full power on hills.
No licence needed
In the EU, a pedelec with assistance up to 25 km/h legally counts as a bicycle.
Shimano or Bosch: which motor?
The Trigo runs on the Shimano EP5 (60 Nm), the Kettwiesel ONE on the Shimano EP6 Cargo (85 Nm). For even more power, the Kettwiesel comes as a PLUS version with the Bosch Performance Line CX and 100 Nm. It pays off if you ride lots of hills or carry a lot of luggage. For everyday riding on the flat, the Shimano motor is more than enough.
Mid-drive motor: why it suits a trike
All our electric tricycles have a mid-drive motor. It sits at the bottom bracket and drives the chain. That way it works together with the gears: on a hill you shift down, and the motor stays in its powerful range. The ride feels natural because the motor responds to your pedalling.
Battery and range
The Trigo and the Kettwiesel ONE run on a 630 Wh battery from Shimano, the Kettwiesel ONE PLUS on 545 Wh from Bosch, or 800 Wh on request. In Eco mode on mostly flat routes, you can ride up to 80 km (50 miles) with the Shimano battery, up to 90 km (56 miles) with the 545 Wh Bosch battery and more than 100 km (62 miles) with 800 Wh. So the range also depends on the motor. Higher assistance levels, hills and luggage reduce it. You charge the battery from a normal household socket.
Electric tricycle with a low step-over
Getting on our trikes is easy: you sit down sideways on the seat, as you would in a car, and then lift your legs over the frame. On the Kettwiesel ONE UP, the handlebar folds up to make room. Both Kettwiesel models are also available with a smaller 16-inch front wheel for an even lower step-over.
Licence and helmet: what applies?
Our electric tricycles are pedelecs: the motor assists you up to 25 km/h as long as you pedal. In the EU, they therefore legally count as bicycles. You don't need a driving licence, and you ride on cycle paths. Outside the EU, the rules may differ, so please check the local regulations. We still recommend wearing a helmet.
Electric tricycle for two adults
Want to ride together? The Kettwiesel TWO is our side-by-side tandem trike: two seats next to each other, so you pedal together and can chat along the way. A Bosch Performance Line CX mid-drive motor with 100 Nm assists you both, with a 545 or 800 Wh battery or a dual battery for longer tours. The swivel seats make getting on and off easy, and with a load capacity of up to 240 kg there is room for two adults and their luggage. Find out more about the Kettwiesel TWO.
Hase electric tricycles compared
|  |  | | |
| Trigo E / UP E | Kettwiesel ONE / ONE UP | Kettwiesel ONE PLUS / UP PLUS | Kettwiesel TWO | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | Under-seat / Over-seat | Under-seat / Over-seat | Under-seat / Over-seat | Over-seat |
| Motor | Shimano EP5 | Shimano EP6 Cargo | Bosch Performance Line CX | Bosch Performance Line CX |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 85 Nm | 100 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Battery | 630 Wh | 630 Wh | 545 Wh / optional 800 Wh | 545 / 800 Wh, optional dual battery |
| Range** | up to 80 km | up to 80 km | up to 90 km / over 100 km | up to 35 km / over 40 km |
| Gears | Shimano Nexus 8-speed | Shimano Inter-5 Di2 | Enviolo Automatiq | Shimano Inter-5 Di2 |
| Suspension | rigid | rigid | full suspension | full suspension |
| Price | from €5,690* | from €8,100* | from €10,400* | from €12,950* |
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Recommended retail price of Hase Bikes GmbH for Germany, incl. 19% VAT, excl. delivery. Prices in other countries and at dealers may vary.
Range in Eco mode on mostly flat routes, estimates by Hase Bikes. Higher assistance levels, hills, luggage and low temperatures reduce the range.
Test ride at a dealer or at the Schaltwerk
The best way to find out how the motor feels is to try it yourself. Send us your request: we'll get back to you and find the right place for your free test ride, at a dealer near you or at our Schaltwerk in Waltrop, Germany.
Frequently asked questions about electric tricycles
How much does an electric tricycle for adults cost?
Our electric tricycles start at €5,690 for the Trigo E (recommended retail price in Germany, incl. VAT). A full-suspension Kettwiesel with a Bosch motor costs around €10,600, the Kettwiesel TWO side-by-side tandem €12,950. Prices in other countries may differ, and your local dealer can tell you more. In the configurator you can see the price of your specification straight away.
What is the best electric tricycle?
The best electric tricycle is the one that fits your everyday life. There is no overall test winner, because electric trikes are built for very different needs. When you read reviews, especially as a senior, look at stability, brakes, how easy it is to get on and how smoothly the motor pulls away. A test ride is the most reliable way to find out.
How far can I go on one battery charge?
In Eco mode on mostly flat routes, you can ride up to 80 km (50 miles) with the 630 Wh Shimano battery, up to 90 km (56 miles) with the 545 Wh Bosch battery and more than 100 km (62 miles) with 800 Wh. How far you actually get depends on the assistance level, terrain, weight and temperature: in the highest level, it's roughly half. We're happy to help you choose the right battery for your rides.
Do I need a licence, and can I ride on cycle paths?
In the EU, you don't need a licence. Our electric tricycles are pedelecs with assistance up to 25 km/h and legally count as bicycles. You ride wherever bicycles are allowed, usually on the cycle path. Outside the EU, please check the local rules.
How fast does an electric tricycle go?
The motor assists you up to 25 km/h (15.5 mph). You can ride faster under your own power, but then without assistance.
Can I ride an electric tricycle without the motor?
Yes, you can switch the assistance off. You then pedal as on a normal tricycle, just a little heavier because of the motor and battery.
Will health insurance pay for an electric tricycle?
In many countries, health insurers or public bodies may subsidise an adapted tricycle, for example for therapy or rehabilitation. The rules differ from country to country, so ask your local dealer about the options where you live. Our REHA models assist up to 12 km/h.
