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Gotrax

Gotrax Dolphin 26" Step-Thru Electric Bike

A Class 2, UL-certified step-thru cruiser sold by Amazon.

4.3 (294)5.1/10
Motor
350 W
Top speed
20 mph
Battery
281 Wh
Class
Class 2
Wheels
26 in
Weighs
63 lb
$500–$700See today's price on Amazon

In stock · 50+ bought last month · Sold by Amazon.com

Our verdict

The simplest legal step-thru here — great for short, gentle rides.

A gentle, legal-everywhere step-through commuter: 20 mph, Shimano 7-speed and UL 2849 — with a small battery.

Ideal for

Relaxed riders and new e-bikers who want something legal and simple.

Skip it if

Long commutes or steep hills.

Motor & speed4Battery0Ride comfort6Portability5Brakes & safety8Build & support7Value6

Editor scores

How it rates

  • Motor & speed4
  • Battery0
  • Ride comfort6
  • Portability5
  • Brakes & safety8
  • Build & support7
  • Value6

Scores are our editorial ratings (0–10), not manufacturer specs. How we score.

Specifications

Full spec sheet

Motor & speed

Motor, rated350 W
Motor, peak (claimed)500 W
Torque (claimed)—
Top speed (claimed)20 mph
E-bike classClass 2
ThrottleYes

Battery & range

Battery281 Wh
Voltage—
Range, best case (claimed)30 mi
Charge time5.5 h
Removable batteryYes

Ride & comfort

Wheel size26 in
Tire width—
SuspensionFront fork
BrakesDual disc
Gears7

Size & fit

Bike weight63 lb
Max load (claimed)264 lb
FrameStep-thru, aluminum
FoldsNo
Rider height—

Safety & support

UL 2849 certifiedYes
LightsFront & rear
Warranty365 days

Other details

DrivetrainShimano 7-speed
Is it right for you?Check Gotrax Dolphin 26" Step-Thru Electric Bike against your commute, height, weight and storage

Sources: Amazon listing (title, bullets and spec table), checked Oct 11 2026. A dash (—) means the value isn't published anywhere we could verify.

In-depth review

What it's like to own

The Dolphin is the e-bike for riders who want a normal bike with help: a step-through aluminum frame, 26 in wheels, Shimano 7-speed and a 350 W motor capped at 20 mph (Class 2). It's UL 2849 certified and shipped and sold by Amazon.

The 281 Wh battery is small; plan on 12–20 real-world miles. One owner notes the motor struggles uphill for heavier riders without pedaling.

A one-year owner who rides six days a week says the battery still performs like new.

Pros

  • Class 2, UL 2849
  • Step-thru frame
  • Shimano 7-speed
  • Sold by Amazon

Cons

  • Small 281 Wh battery
  • Weak on hills for heavier riders
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Owner reviews

What buyers say

4.3 (294)
  • 5★71%
  • 4★16%
  • 3★2%
  • 2★1%
  • 1★10%

4.3★ from 294 ratings (87% four or five stars). Owners praise easy assembly and reliability; some say hills need pedaling.

5.0Jul 1, 2026

Wanted a Class 2 legal in her state; very happy with this one.

— Jessica-Star, Amazon.com

4.0Sep 22, 2026

Good quality, but uphill without pedaling it struggles above about 150 lb.

— RH, Amazon.com

5.0Jul 2, 2025

A year of near-daily rides and the battery still lasts like day one.

— Verified buyer, Amazon.com

Owner reviews from Amazon.com, summarized in our words. Ratings as of Oct 11, 2026.

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