TENWAYS, the e-bike brand known for its increasingly sleek and refined yet affordable city e-bikes, is shifting gears with the launch of its newest model – the Wayfarer. Debuting today, the Wayfarer blends city practicality with trail-ready capability, offering a 500W rear hub motor that peaks at 750W and a massive 85-mile (137 km) range.
From smooth city rides to off-road adventures
Tenways made its name back in the early days of the pandemic-era electric bike boom, coming off a successful crowdfunding campaign that introduced its first commuter model. That lightweight, belt-driven e-bike quickly won fans across Europe and helped launch the company’s path towards a growing product lineup. Since then, the company has grown a devoted following for its bikes that often featured torque sensors, Gates Carbon Belt Drives, and whisper-quiet powertrains.
But for the most part, the company has stuck with relatively modest power levels – at least, until today. With the Wayfarer, Tenways is taking its original formula and adding a lot more muscle.
The new Wayfarer is designed to handle city streets and light off-road terrain with equal ease. It’s powered by a 500W Bafang rear hub motor that can deliver up to 750W of peak output, giving it plenty of punch for hills, headwinds, and acceleration from stops. The intelligent sensor system automatically switches between torque and cadence sensing for smooth, natural-feeling power delivery, and a detachable throttle adds an extra burst of speed when needed.
The top speed is set at 20 mph (32 km/h) is Class 2 compliant, but riders can unlock pedal-assist up to 28 mph (45 km/h) for Class 3 compliance.
Comfort that goes the distance
While power is a big part of the story, comfort is clearly the focus. The Wayfarer includes a wide, premium saddle that’s both supportive and plush, a suspension seatpost, and a front suspension fork to smooth out city potholes or gravel paths.
The step-through frame makes mounting and dismounting easy for all riders, and the adjustable stem lets riders dial in their perfect handlebar position. Together, these features make long rides – or even daily commutes – feel effortless.
A 720Wh removable battery built with high-performance 21700 cells provides up to 85 miles (137 km) of range per charge. It’s UL-certified and features advanced overcharge, discharge, and thermal protection for dependable performance and long life.
Smart features and all-weather readiness
Like most Tenways models, the Wayfarer comes loaded with tech. The Bafang LCD display includes a USB-C charging port for accessories and password protection, while the Tenways App lets riders track mileage, performance, and ride stats directly from their phone. A MIK-compatible rear carrier allows easy swapping of accessories for commuting or shopping, and Apple Find My integration adds peace of mind by letting owners locate their bike if it’s misplaced or stolen.
Safety has been given equal attention. The Wayfarer features hydraulic disc brakes, rear turn signals, and puncture-resistant Kenda tires with reflective sidewalls for visibility. The electrical system carries an IPX6 weatherproof rating, so you can ride confidently through rain and splashes. A throttle safety limiter also prevents accidental activation when the bike is stationary – something I haven’t seen on very many e-bikes before.
Priced at $2,199 USD (with an early-bird discount of $300 using code EARLYBIRD300), the Wayfarer continues Tenways’ mission of delivering premium design and technology at a more accessible price than many European rivals.
The company says every component is built to meet “top-tier standards,” and if the Wayfarer rides anything like Tenways’ earlier models, it’s likely to feel refined yet powerful – the best of both worlds.
Electrek’s Take
The Wayfarer sounds like the natural evolution of Tenways’ design philosophy: a clean, understated e-bike that finally packs the kind of performance and comfort riders have been asking for. It does look like it’s starting to get a bit heavier, but that comes with the territory when you start using bigger motors and batteries. Tenways was always known for lightweight bikes, so hopefully this still feels light.
The price puts it a couple steps higher than the typical budget e-bikes available in this class in the US, but it seems that Tenways is shoping that the brand’s legacy combined with the additional tech such as the location tracking, as well as the other app features, will help set things apart.
I’ll likely get a chance to review this one soon, so let me know in the comments what you’re specifically looking for, and I’ll try to address it when I get my hands on one. But based on my past experience with Tenways e-bikes being light and easy-riding commuters, I have high hopes for this one!
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