The best cargo e-bike for most riders in 2026 is the Segway MUXI: a 419 lb total payload, a rear rack rated for 121 lb with room for a passenger, a 750W direct-drive motor with traction control and hill start assist, and a UL-certified 717 Wh battery rated for up to 80 miles. The Segway MUXI Pro adds a 9-speed that shifts itself and front suspension, for hilly routes. For the longest range on one charge and fat tires, the Riding'times GT33 is rated for 50 to 100 miles per battery and takes a second battery on its spare rack. Here are all three, side by side.
We sell every cargo e-bike on this list online, with free shipping to the lower 48, and from our shops, and our technicians service cargo e-bikes of any brand, wherever you bought them.
Our cargo e-bike picks at a glance
| Cargo e-bike | Best for | Total payload | Rated range | Motor | Weight | Price band* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Segway MUXI | Most riders: errands, a passenger, city streets | 419 lb | Up to 80 miles | 750W direct drive, 85 Nm | Not listed | $1,500–$2,000 |
| Segway MUXI Pro | Hills and longer commutes with a load | 418 lb | Up to 73 miles | 750W direct drive, 80 Nm | 82.2 lb | $1,500–$2,500 |
| Riding'times GT33 | Range, rough streets, taller riders | 330 lb | 50–100 miles per battery | 1350W peak, 258 Nm at the wheel | 105 lb | $750–$1,500 |
*Price band from our current prices; prices and stock change often, so each product page shows today's price and stock. Specs are each maker's, as listed on our product pages, read November 2, 2026. Total payload is rider plus passenger plus cargo. Range is the maker's rating and drops with load, hills, assist level and cold weather.
- We looked first at what a cargo e-bike is for: how much it is rated to carry in total and on the rear rack, and whether it can take a passenger.
- Then at what keeps a loaded e-bike under control: motor torque, hydraulic disc brakes, traction aids and tire width.
- Then at the battery: its size in watt-hours, its rated range and whether it is UL certified.
Best cargo e-bike overall: Segway MUXI
The Segway MUXI is a step-through cargo e-bike with a 419 lb total payload. The rear rack is rated for up to 121 lb and takes a second rider with Segway's optional Passenger Kit, and the front basket carries up to 33 lb. A low twin-tube frame keeps the weight down where it is stable, on 20 x 3.0 inch multi-surface tires.
The 750W direct-drive rear hub motor (1500W peak, 85 Nm) does the work, and Segway builds the cargo features into it: traction control trims power when the rear wheel slips, hill descent control holds the speed on the way down, hill start assist stops it rolling back at a light, and energy recovery puts some charge back when you brake. The 48V, 717 Wh battery is UL 2271 certified and IPX7, rated for up to 80 miles and about 6.5 hours to charge, and the electrical system is UL 2849 certified.
It stops on two-piston hydraulic disc brakes with 180 mm rotors front and rear. It is single speed with a rigid fork, so the wide tires do the cushioning. AirLock unlocks it over Bluetooth as you walk up with your phone, and GPS and Apple Find My track its location; Segway's cloud services are free for the first year, then by subscription. More in our news story on the Segway MUXI.
Best cargo e-bike for hills: Segway MUXI Pro
The Segway MUXI Pro keeps the MUXI's frame, rack and motor features and adds two things for hilly or longer routes: a 9-speed drivetrain with electronic automatic shifting, which reads speed, cadence and incline and picks the gear for you, and a front fork with 70 mm of travel.
Its 750W direct-drive motor makes 80 Nm. The 48V, 717 Wh battery is UL certified and IPX7, rated for up to 73 miles, with about 7 hours to charge. It carries 418 lb in total, with up to 121 lb on the rear rack and a 265 lb maximum rider weight; a passenger kit and a front basket for up to 33 lb are optional. It weighs 82.2 lb. Segway rates it at 20 mph in Class 1 and Class 2, and up to 28 mph with pedal assist in Class 3 where that is permitted. A 600-lumen headlight, a brake light and turn signals are built in.
Segway MUXI vs MUXI Pro
| Segway MUXI | Segway MUXI Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Gears | Single speed | 9-speed, automatic shifting |
| Front suspension | None (rigid fork) | 70 mm |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Rated range | Up to 80 miles | Up to 73 miles |
| Total payload | 419 lb | 418 lb |
| Rear rack | 121 lb | 121 lb |
| Front basket | Up to 33 lb | Optional, up to 33 lb |
| Charging time | About 6.5 hours | About 7 hours |
| Turn signals | Not listed | Built in |
| Price band* | $1,500–$2,000 | $1,500–$2,500 |
Pick the MUXI if your routes are mostly flat and you want the simplest drivetrain; pick the MUXI Pro if you climb with a load or ride rough streets.
Best cargo e-bike for range: Riding'times GT33
The Riding'times GT33 is a different kind of cargo e-bike: a cafe-racer shape on 20 x 4.0 inch fat tires, with full suspension (a hydraulic double-crown fork and a rear shock) and a long seat with bag mounts on both sides. Riding'times call it a cargo electric motorbike. Its reinforced carbon steel frame is rated for 330 lb.
The quick-release 48V 27Ah battery is UL 2849 certified and rated for 50 to 100 miles, and the spare rack takes a second pack, so it is sold with one battery or two. The motor is 1350W peak with 258 Nm at the wheel, stopping on hydraulic disc brakes front and rear. It weighs 105 lb, has a 34.8 inch seat height, and Riding'times recommend it for riders from 5'1" to 6'3". Riding'times rate the top speed at 31 mph, faster than the 28 mph Class 3 limit most states use, so check your state's rules before riding it on streets and shared paths; see e-bike classes explained.
What to look for in a cargo e-bike
- Total payload and rack rating. Total payload covers the rider, any passenger and the cargo together; the rear rack has its own, smaller rating. On the MUXI Pro, for example, 418 lb in total but 121 lb on the rack.
- Passenger. Carrying a second rider usually needs the maker's own passenger kit fitted to the rack. Check what the maker says the rack can carry.
- Motor torque and traction. Torque, in newton-meters, is what gets a loaded e-bike moving from a stop and up a hill. Traction control and hill start assist help most when the rack is full.
- Brakes. A loaded cargo e-bike takes longer to stop. All three of our picks have hydraulic disc brakes front and rear.
- Battery. Watt-hours decide range more than any other number, and range drops with weight on board. Look for UL 2849 or UL 2271 certification; see how far an e-bike can go.
- Weight and storage. Cargo e-bikes are heavy and long. Plan where it lives before you buy, and how you lock it: see how to keep an e-bike from being stolen.
- Service. Tires, brake pads and chains wear faster under a load. Buy where you can get it fixed.
Other cargo e-bikes you will see include the Rad Power Bikes RadWagon and RadRunner, the Aventon Abound and the Lectric XPedition. We don't sell those, but our technicians service them. For every type of e-bike, see the best electric bikes of 2026, and for prices across the market, how much an e-bike costs.
Cargo e-bikes and New York City
E-bikes with a motor of 750 watts or more, or able to provide motor assistance at 25 mph or more, aren't sold or shipped to New York City addresses, and that covers all three of our cargo e-bikes. Outside the city, every one ships free to the lower 48. For e-bikes that fit the city's rules, see the best electric bikes for NYC and NYC e-bike laws.
Cargo e-bike service and repair prices
Our technicians service cargo e-bikes of every brand at every Wilson's shop, wherever you bought yours, with express service at every location. A simple inspection is always free. Common jobs on cargo e-bikes, all starting prices with parts and labor included:
| Repair | From |
|---|---|
| Simple inspection (any brand, any issue) | Free |
| Flat tire repair (inner tube) | $40 |
| Tire and tube replacement | $65–$120 |
| Brake repair (pads, disc clean, clearance) | $25 |
| Hydraulic brake bleed | $15 |
| Rotor replacement | $35 |
| Chain and drivetrain replacement | $45 |
| Derailleur and hanger alignment | $40 |
| Suspension and fork service | $80 |
| Kickstand replacement | $35 |
| Battery load test and health report | $50 |
| Motor repair (hub and mid-drive) | $100 |
| Tune-up and safety check | $50 |
Starting prices, parts and labor included; the final price depends on the model and the part. Battery replacement is quoted after the test.
Walk in at any shop, or book a repair at our New York and San Francisco shops. More in e-bike repair and what e-bike repair costs.
Never charge a battery that is wet, swollen or damaged: bring it straight in.
Buying a cargo e-bike from Wilson's
- Shipping: free to the lower 48 states, except New York City addresses.
- Warranty: one year against manufacturing defects on the brands we carry, and we manage the claim.
- Paying over time: PayPal, Affirm or Klarna at checkout; see financing.
- In person: ask any shop about availability for the model you want. Shops: Flushing (35-23 Farrington St, Flushing, NY 11354), Elmhurst (82-15 Queens Blvd, Elmhurst, NY 11373), Brooklyn (268 Richardson St, Brooklyn, NY 11222), Long Island City (41-13 31st Ave, Long Island City, NY 11103), San Francisco (360 11th St, San Francisco, CA 94103) and Miami (2235 NW 20th St, Miami, FL 33142, walk-ins). Call (516) 300-0944 for any shop.
Every e-bike we sell is in our electric bikes collection, and the full Segway line is in the Segway collection.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best cargo e-bike in 2026?
For most riders, the Segway MUXI: a 419 lb total payload, a 121 lb rear rack that takes a passenger with Segway's Passenger Kit, traction control and hill start assist, and a UL-certified 717 Wh battery rated for up to 80 miles. For hills, the MUXI Pro; for range, the Riding'times GT33.
How much can a cargo e-bike carry?
Our picks are rated for 330 lb (Riding'times GT33), 418 lb (Segway MUXI Pro) and 419 lb (Segway MUXI) in total, which includes the rider. The MUXI and MUXI Pro rear racks are rated for 121 lb each.
Can a cargo e-bike carry a passenger?
The Segway MUXI and MUXI Pro can take a second rider on the rear rack with Segway's optional passenger kit, within the total payload. The Riding'times GT33's long seat leaves room for a passenger, within its 330 lb rating.
How much does a cargo e-bike cost?
Our cargo e-bikes sell from the $750–$1,500 band (Riding'times GT33) to the $1,500–$2,500 band (Segway MUXI Pro); each product page shows today's price. Financing is available at checkout.
Do you ship cargo e-bikes to New York City?
No. All three of our cargo e-bikes have 750W or more motors or assist beyond 25 mph, so they aren't sold or shipped to New York City addresses. They ship free everywhere else in the lower 48.
Do you repair cargo e-bikes you didn't sell?
Yes. Our technicians service cargo e-bikes of any brand, wherever you bought them, and a simple inspection is always free.
Sources: manufacturer specifications from Segway and Riding'times, as listed on our product pages, read November 2, 2026. Other brands' model lines: each brand's official US website, read November 2026. Repair prices: Wilson's price list. General information, not legal advice.
