The Stoker boasts a whopping 400lb payload.
The Longtail rear rack is an incredibly useful inclusion in the Stoker package.
Two children can be seated on the Stoker’s rear rack.
The Stoker is fitted with footrests. The included cargo bags unroll to shield kids' legs from spokes.
Small 24” wheels improve the Stoker’s handling agility.
The Stoker’s center of gravity is lowered by the use of these smaller 24” wheels.
A Shimano STEPS mid-drive motor puts out an impressive 85Nm of torque.
The gear spread on SRAM’s NX 1x11-speed drivetrain is wide-ranging.
A Chromoly steel frame ensures shock-absorbent comfort and durability.
An 'E.D.' under-paint frame coating protects steel tubing from rust.
Stopping duties are powerfully fulfilled by hydraulic, 4-piston, Tektro disc brakes.
Shimano’s STEPS battery is removable, letting you charge it away from the bike or stash it at work for security.
A sturdy kickstand comes included.
Front and rear Herrmans lights are integrated into the Stoker’s electrical system.
Full aluminum fenders are included with the Stoker.
The Stoker’s headtube mountpoints are the sturdiest way of attaching a front rack.
Warranties cover the frame and fork for 1 year and components for 2 years.

2 reasons not to buy

As a premium bike, the Stoker is sold for a higher price.
The Stoker is only available in a ‘step-over’ frame design.

Bottom line

The Stoker is a longtail workhorse from cargo-bike specialist Xtracycle. This Class 1 car-replacing e-bike is fitted with a quality Shimano STEPS motor and battery system. It’s a step-over model with small and stable 24” wheels. The bike comes with a long rack, footrests, and cargo bags. So it’s ready to load up with kids or groceries. A SRAM NX, single-chainring, 11-speed drivetrain is above-par in the U.S. cargo bike market, providing users with a low-maintenance setup that boasts a wide gear range (11-42t). It’s perfect for climbing hills when fully loaded. The frame is 4130 chromoly steel, aiding durability and comfort. A well-thought-out hauler with great components and a price-point to match.

By Owen Jesse

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The Xtracycle Stoker is quite a successful representative in the ‘longtail cargo-bike’ category. The long luggage rack is simply ideal for carrying, for example, two children.

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