# Ultra-Compact Commuter Electric Bikes The JackRabbit E-Bike Weighs in at 24-Pounds By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-11-18 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jackrabbit-ebike References: [coolthings](https://www.coolthings.com/jackrabbit-ebike-compact-electric-bicycle-24-pounds/) & [jackrabbit.bike](https://jackrabbit.bike/jackrabbit-bike/)  The JackRabbit E-Bike is an ultra-compact take on electric bicycles that will provide urbanites with a way to easily get around without the need for larger equipment. The bike is designed with portability in mind and maintains a [compact construction](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heybike-ec-compact) that is easy to carry up stairs thanks to its 24-pound weight or slip into an elevator. The bike is powered by a 300W hub motor in the rear that will deliver up to 336W of power when the [Tesla](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/battery-swap-motorbikes)-[Panasonic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wholehome-ventilation) INR21700 160Wh battery is fully charged. The JackRabbit E-Bike is capable of delivering a top speed of 20mph on straightaways and can handle grade inclines of up to 12%. Riders can enjoy anywhere between nine and 18-miles of range, depending on charge. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 98% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Transportation](https://www.trendhunter.com/transportation) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Ultra-compact Electric Bikes:** The emergence of ultra-compact electric bikes presents opportunities for companies to develop portable and lightweight electric vehicles for urban commuters. - **High-power Hub Motors:** The development of high-powered hub motors for electric bikes promotes the need for powerful yet compact electric engines capable of providing enough speed and range to cover daily urban commutes. - **Tesla-panasonic Battery Integration:** The integration of Panasonic's high-energy-density cylindrical lithium-ion battery cells into electric bike design creates opportunities for companies to improve battery capacity and life span. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Electric Bike Manufacturing:** The electric bike manufacturing industry can leverage the trend towards ultra-compact e-bikes and focus on creating portable and convenient electric bikes for urban commuters. - **Battery Manufacturing:** Battery manufacturers can explore the market for lightweight, high-energy-density battery cells used in electric bikes, and collaborate with e-bike manufacturers to develop more efficient battery-powered vehicles. - **Urban Transportation Services:** Companies offering urban transportation services can adopt ultra-compact electric bikes as a viable alternative to traditional scooters, bicycles, and cars, offering faster, more eco-friendly transportation solutions to their users. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Compact Stunt Ebikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jackrabbit-xg.md) - [Electric Cargo Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/micro-haule.md) - [Mighty Micro Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-micro-bikes.md) - [Folding Sport-Ready eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jackrabbit-xg-pro.md) - [Featherlight Urbanite Commuter eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jimove-lc2.md) - [Hyper-Compact Commuter eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epopcycle.md) - [Low-Cost Lightweight Commuter eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dahon-kfeather.md) - [Nimble Urban eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nimble-urban-ebikes.md) - [Lightweight Carriable E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sydney-e-bike.md)