If you have seen someone riding an electric bike, you have probably noticed that they are wearing oversized or fat tires.

A fat bike is a bicycle with extremely wide tires. How wide are these tires? The usual width is between four and five inches, which is actually quite fat compared to the average width of a mountain bike tire - which is more like two or two and a half inches.

Most e-bikes, especially specialized e-bikes, benefit greatly from the weight balance and stability on the trail that fat tires provide. Not only does an e-bike with fat tires add stability to your bike, but the extra weight has little effect on the range or performance of your motor.
Fat Tire Bikes are bikes that use wider and heavier tires for the trail. Fat tires are popular on mountain bikes and electric bikes because they provide more grip and stability on rough terrain. Fat tire bikes are high-performance bikes that can be used by anyone. From their strong, rugged construction to their brilliant features, they offer performance like no other.

While skinny or full-size tires are fine for everyday road use, they do not hold up well when bumping into thick rocks and roots on a single track trail. For this reason, thick tires are ubiquitous on electric bikes, as e-bikes typically go faster and need better traction on the road or trail.

You'll usually find e-Bikes with fat tires with features and accessories designed for off-road use, such as special suspension components in the frame and fork, low gears, and luggage racks. In rare cases, you may even find special models with dual front or rear tires for increased traction and stability.
With this in mind, it is important to familiarize yourself with the WHAT EXACTLY IS A FAT TIRE BIKE?  

ARE FAT BIKES HARDER TO RIDE?
When people devote themselves to a hobby, they always find it interesting to witness the development of trends related to it.

E-bike riding is no exception. A good example of such a trend is fat-tire bikes. E-bikes with fat tires are heavier than conventional electric bikes. As a result, they require a bit more force to get moving when you pedal manually. You will also notice the weight difference when you balance the bike under certain circumstances.

Otherwise, they are easier and more comfortable to ride than their counterparts, especially on rough terrain like rocks and roots, and on sharp turns.

Fat tires provide a larger contact patch to improve traction, which is perfect for wet terrain on rainy or snowy days.

The larger tire size and lower tire pressure also make them act like a shock absorber. So if you are riding in rocky terrain, you'll benefit greatly from a pair of fat tires.

WHAT ARE FAT TIRE BIKES GOOD FOR?

PROS

• Improved off-road handling on uneven or rocky terrain
• Balances the weight of the e-bike for better stability
• Ideal for specialized bikes, such as hunting or fishing e-bikes
• Provides better traction in wet or muddy conditions
• Provides better stability when carrying large loads on an e-bike

CONS:

• Fat tires weigh much more than normal tires
• They need heavier rims and a much heavier frame
• The overall weight 10-20 lbs heavier than e-bikes with regular frames and tires.
• Slower than skinny tires

ARE FAT BIKES GOOD ON THE ROAD?

Yes, e-bikes with fat tires are good on paved roads. Again, the added weight capacity and comfort might even make them desirable for some riders in such environments. But that does not mean there are no compromises to consider.

E-bikes with fat tires are not as fast or maneuverable on sidewalks as e-bikes with thin tires. They are not necessarily harder to ride, but they simply can't keep up with bikes designed specifically for that environment.

The added weight and surface tension of wider tires also compromises efficiency. Therefore, thick tires are not essential for road use if you want to bike for recreation, but they are certainly beneficial for all terrains.

WHAT IS IT LIKE TO RIDE A FAT BIKE?

Riding an e-bikes with fat tires is not much different from riding other e-bikes, and you do not have to change your riding habits much without equipment. They are heavier than other bikes, but outside of particularly demanding situations, you will not notice the difference because of the motor.

The biggest difference you will notice in most circumstances is the increased stability on a trail or single track. Fat bikes are extremely attractive to cycling enthusiasts who do not let anything limit them on indoor activities. Fat bikes offer more grip and traction on the roughest terrain. Whether it's wet rocks, muddy trails or snowy hills, these bikes will take you anywhere. . Even a traditional mountain bike can not give you the same confidence on many trails as an e-bikes with fat tires.

The riding style only changes when you load the e-bikes with your hunting gear. The extra weight means you have to balance things differently than you normally would. Fat tires do not need to be inflated very much because they provide a high level of comfort at lower tire pressures. The pressure fat tires can tolerate can go as low as 15 or 10 PSI, maybe even lower.

Fat tire bikes are a popular choice for mountain bikes and electric bikes. With improved traction and balanced weight, fat tires are ideal for all terrain and weather conditions. Over time, as people realized their usefulness, fat bikes found more and more followers. Browse our selection of the best Emojo electric bikes with fat tires to find one that best suits your needs and riding style.