5TH WHEEL 27.5" City Hybrid Electric Bike – 250W 48V 14.7Ah Road‑Legal Commuter E‑Bike (Max Speed 25 km/h)

Description

The 5TH WHEEL 27.5" is a city‑focused electric commuter bike designed for daily travel, fitness rides and practical urban mobility. Its 250W pedal‑assist motor delivers smooth, predictable assistance while remaining fully compliant with UK and Ireland EAPC regulations. The torque‑sensor system provides natural, responsive pedalling support for a more refined riding experience. 

The large 27.5" wheel size offers stable handling and confident road performance, making it suitable for commuting, weekend rides and everyday transport.

Features

250W rear hub motor • Torque sensor pedal‑assist system • 27.5" wheels • City commuter frame • Integrated battery design • Multiple assist levels • LED display (variant dependent) • Front lighting (variant dependent) • Comfort saddle • Mudguards • Kickstand

Performance

The 5TH WHEEL 27.5" delivers smooth pedal‑assist support for commuting and everyday riding. The torque sensor provides responsive assistance based on rider input, improving comfort and efficiency. The 250W motor stays fully within legal limits, cutting assistance at 25 km/h for compliant road use.

Ideal for riders wanting a stable, road‑legal city commuter with refined pedal‑assist performance.

What’s in the Box

5TH WHEEL 27.5" electric bike • Battery • Battery charger • User manual

Colours

Silver / Black (two‑tone matte finish)

Ideal For

City commuting Urban travel Daily transport Fitness rides Riders wanting a torque‑sensor pedelec Stable road performance

Why VARELO Recommends It

The 5TH WHEEL 27.5" offers smooth torque‑sensor pedal‑assist performance with full legal compliance. Its 250W motor and city‑focused design make it a reliable choice for everyday riding while remaining fully compliant with UK and Ireland EAPC regulations.

UK & Ireland Legal Technical Specifications

Motor: 250W continuous rated rear hub • Maximum Assisted Speed: 25 km/h (15.5 mph) • Type: Pedelec / Pedal‑Assist (no throttle) • Classification: Fully EAPC‑Compliant – Road‑Legal in UK & Ireland

TECH SPECS

Motor: 250W rear hub • Battery: integrated design (variant dependent) • Max Assisted Speed: 25 km/h (road‑legal) • Tyres: 27.5" city tyres • Brakes: front and rear (variant dependent) • Suspension: rigid or front fork (variant dependent) • Transmission: multi‑speed (variant dependent) • Lighting: front LED (variant dependent) • Frame: city commuter design • Max Load: variant dependent • Net Weight: variant dependent • Warranty: 12 months

Legal Notice

This electric bike is fully compliant with UK and Ireland EAPC regulations. It is equipped with a 250W motor and pedal‑assist system with no throttle function. The motor provides assistance only while pedalling and cuts out at 25 km/h. This makes the bike legal for use on public roads, cycle lanes and shared paths in the UK and Ireland. Riders must be 14 years or older. No licence, tax or insurance is required.

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