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E-bikes are making their way into the mainstream, but they’re also becoming more affordable. A few years ago, the most popular models would have cost you well over $1,000, but thanks to Walmart, you can now find e-scooters for a fraction of that, including reliable folding e-bikes, fat-tire e-bikes, and even one of the retailer’s best-selling cruisers, which is on sale for less than $500.
Right now, the Gocio 500W Cruiser E-Bike is on sale for $516 at Walmart, but when you create a free Walmart account, you’ll get access to a special in-page coupon worth an additional $30 that drops the price to just $486—a total of 51% off the regular $1,000 retail price. Thanks to the additional coupon and over 1,200 rave five-star ratings, this cruiser has become one of the best-selling e-bikes on the entire site. It’s available in black, white, and silver, and it even comes with free shipping—a rarity when buying a bike online.
Gocio 500W Cruiser E-Bike Black, $486 (was $1,000) at Walmart
Courtesy of Walmart
This step-through cruiser e-bike features sturdy 26-inch tires, 7-speed Shimano gears, and a powerful 500-watt brushless motor that work together to provide a comfortable and safe ride. It features five riding modes, from regular bike to booster e-bike mode, allowing you to reach a range of up to 50 miles using pedal assist at speeds around 20 mph. It’s also loaded with great add-ons like a rear storage rack, front and rear lights for safe night riding, a chain cover, and an LCD instrument panel.
Shoppers who brought this cruiser bike home say it’s great for commuting. “An efficient commuting companion,” says one shopper. “This e-bike has been a game-changer for my daily commute. The 500W motor provides a smooth, efficient ride, and the 19 mph top speed is perfect for city commuting.” Another shopper agrees, saying it’s “perfect for daily commuting.”
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Others say they are great fun to ride. “We used these bikes on two long-distance paved trail rides with dog trailers attached for when our dogs got too tired to keep up,” said one shopper. “We Love “These e-bikes! The e-bike performed extremely well. They look and feel very well made, but they are a bit heavy.”
If you’re looking for an easy-to-assemble, stylish, and fun e-bike for everyday or leisure use, Gocio’s 500W Cruiser should be at the top of your list, and it’s over $500 off at Walmart. If this is the right choice for you, be sure to grab your favorite color now; special coupons and discounts could increase at any time.