Velowave Pony Compact

What the Velowave Pony Compact is built for

The Velowave Pony Compact is a commuter e-bike, built for daily rides to work, errands and city streets.

It has a 750 W motor and a top speed of 25 mph (40 km/h).

It carries a 720 Wh battery and a stated range of up to 40 miles (64 km) on a charge. Real-world range is usually lower than the rated figure: it falls with throttle use, hills, cold weather, rider weight and higher assist levels.

The Velowave Pony Compact carries up to 331 lb (150 kg) including the rider.

In the United States the Velowave Pony Compact sells for $1,499, close to the median of $1,499 across 230 commuter e-bikes with a US price. That is $2 per watt-hour of battery.

Where the Velowave Pony Compact may be ridden

In the European Union and the United Kingdom an e-bike counts as a bicycle only within the pedelec limits; as specified, its 750 W motor is above the 250 W limit, its 25 mph (40 km/h) top speed is above the 25 km/h at which assistance must stop and its throttle moves it without pedalling, which the pedelec rules allow only as start-up help at walking pace. A model above those limits is treated as a moped there, with type approval, registration and insurance, unless the brand sells a version set to the European limits.

Velowave Pony Compact safety certification

The brand's listing for the Velowave Pony Compact does not state a UL 2849 or EN 15194 certification. New York City allows only e-bikes certified to UL 2849 to be sold or rented there, and California requires certified batteries from 2026; ask the seller for the certificate before buying.