Vintage Electric Bikes

What Vintage Electric Bikes does

Vintage Electric Bikes is a privately held, handcrafted electric bicycle manufacturer founded in 2013 by Andrew Davidge and headquartered in Santa Clara, California. The company designs and builds limited-run e-bikes that combine early-20th-century motorcycle aesthetics (drawings from Harleys, Indians, Flying Merkels, and the licensed Carroll Shelby brand) with class-leading performance drivetrains, including a 72V Performance Line delivering 1,300Wh of battery capacity and 4,000W peak output capable of 40+ mph in Race Mode and up to 90 miles of range. Its core catalog spans the throttle Roadster 3.0, Scrambler 3.0, and limited Shelby 3.0 (100 units), the 48V Tracker Classic boulevard cruiser, pedal-assist Cafe and Rally models, and the 72V So-Cal Speedster, all backed by a two-year warranty and a backwards-compatible upgrade path.

The company operates a direct-to-consumer go-to-market: customers purchase through the company e-commerce site, by phone, or at the Santa Clara factory showroom, with white-glove van delivery and a 350+ authorized service-center network providing post-purchase support across the United States. Revenue is generated primarily through one-time hardware sales at premium price points ($4,995–$7,495) supplemented by accessories, apparel, upgrade kits ($1,995–$2,495), and a Certified Pre-Owned program, with Affirm financing available at checkout. The target customer is affluent performance-oriented riders and vintage-design enthusiasts — often motorcycle or classic-car owners transitioning to e-bikes — served by a deliberately small internal team that outsources service and logistics to a nationwide partner network.

Name

Vintage Electric Bikes

Legal name

Vintage Electric Bikes

Website

https://vintageelectricbikes.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Vintage Electric Bikes is a privately held, handcrafted electric bicycle manufacturer based in Santa Clara, California, selling premium vintage-styled e-bikes ($4,995–$7,495) direct-to-consumer in limited runs to affluent performance-oriented riders and design enthusiasts across the United States.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Electric Bicycles

NAICS

Motorcycle, Bicycle, and Parts Manufacturing (336991)

SIC

Motorcycles, Bicycles & Parts (3751)

akta.pro primary industry

E-Bikes & Electric Bicycles (CRACASAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Bike Parts & Components Retail (CRAMAHAB), Bike Accessories Retail (Lights, Locks, Racks, Bags) (CRAMAHAD), Bike Service, Repair & Maintenance Shops (CRAMAHAH)

Keywords

• Electric bicycles
• Premium electric bikes
• Vintage electric bikes
• Throttle electric bikes
• Electric bike drivetrains

Headquarters

HQ city

Santa Clara

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Electric Bike Sales: One-time hardware sales of handcrafted electric bicycles in limited runs. Primary revenue stream from complete bike sales with various models priced from $4,995 to $7,495.
2. Accessories and Upgrades: Sale of bike accessories including racks, bags, helmets, locks, bells, mirrors, apparel, and electronic upgrade kits. Battery upgrade kits available from $999 to $2,495.
3. Certified Pre-Owned Bikes: Factory refurbished pre-owned bikes sold at reduced prices with 1-year warranty, providing entry point into customer base

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Vintage Electric Bikes handcrafts premium electric bicycles in limited runs from its Santa Clara, California facility. The product line centers on the 72V Performance Line (Roadster 3.0, Scrambler 3.0, Shelby 3.0) with 1300Wh batteries, 4000W drivetrains, and 40+ mph Race Mode, complemented by the 48V Tracker Classic cruiser, Cafe and Rally pedal-assist models, accessories, and upgrade kits. Sales occur direct-to-consumer via the company website, factory showroom, and 350+ authorized service centers with white-glove delivery nationwide.

Product overview

Vintage Electric Bikes is a handcrafted electric bicycle manufacturer offering a portfolio of throttle and pedal-assist models. The product line centers on high-performance 72V Performance Line bikes (Roadster 3.0, Scrambler 3.0, Shelby 3.0) featuring 1300Wh batteries and 4000W Race Mode drivetrains, complemented by the 48V Tracker Classic cruiser. Pedal-assist options include the Cafe commuter and Rally multi-terrain bike. The company also offers a Certified Pre-Owned program, extensive accessories (racks, bags, helmets, apparel), and upgrade kits (72V Upgrade, 48V 23Ah, Race Mode). All bikes are handcrafted in Santa Clara, CA with white-glove delivery and supported by a nationwide network of 350+ service centers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• 72 Volt Roadster 3.0 High-performance throttle electric bike with 72V 18.1 Ah (1300Wh) battery, 750W/4000W Race Mode drivetrain, delivering 40-90 miles range and 40+ mph top speed in Race Mode. Priced at $6,995 in Gloss Black with Silver. CA Class 2 e-bike compliant.
• 72 Volt Scrambler 3.0 All-terrain throttle electric bike with 72V 1300Wh battery and 4000W Race Mode drivetrain, designed for upright riding position with wide tires and rugged stance for comfort and control on various terrain. Priced at $6,995 in Satin Black.
• 72 Volt Shelby 3.0 Limited edition (100 units) throttle electric bike featuring Carroll Shelby-inspired design in Dark Green, built on the 72V Performance Line with 1300Wh battery, 4000W drivetrain, and 40+ mph Race Mode performance. Priced at $7,495.
• 48 Volt Tracker Classic Boulevard cruiser throttle electric bike inspired by early 20th century Harleys and Indians, featuring 48V 23.4 Ah (1123Wh) battery, 750W/3000W Race Mode hub motor, delivering 40-75 miles range with comfortable upright riding position. Priced at $4,995 in Cream and Graphite Blue.
• Cafe Pedal-assist electric commuter bike featuring Vintorque Drivetrain Technology, designed for daily commuting with powerful and intuitive drivetrain.
• Rally Multi-terrain pedal-assist electric bike featuring smooth hub-drive motor delivering speeds up to 28 mph, designed for gravel grinding confidence on and off road with classic styling.
• 72 Volt So-Cal Speedster 72 volt throttle electric bike in the performance line, offering high-speed capabilities for enthusiasts.
• Certified Pre-Owned (Vintage Approved) Vintage Approved (CPO) pre-owned bikes meeting quality standards, including full factory refurbishment and 1-year warranty. Often demo units or press/media bikes offered as entry point into the Vintage family.
• 72V Upgrade Kit Battery upgrade kit for compatible models, providing enhanced power and range capabilities. Priced at $2,495.
• 48V 23 Ah Upgrade Kit Battery upgrade kit for 48V models, offering increased capacity and extended range. Priced at $1,995.

Quantifiable outcome

• 2-year warranty with no-questions-asked coverage
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Shelby (Carroll Shelby Licensing Inc.)flagshipOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 2 November 2019Official licensing partnership with Carroll Shelby for limited edition e-bikes inspired by the legendary automotive designer's legacy. Produces officially licensed Shelby-branded electric bikes featuring iconic Cobra styling. The 72V Shelby 3.0 is limited to 100 units and features official Shelby badging and design elements.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Specialized (Turbo line): Specialized is a major global bicycle manufacturer with a Turbo e-bike sub-brand spanning commuter, mountain, and road segments. Comparable as a performance-oriented e-bike maker with deep engineering resources, though it operates across full-suspension MTB and road categories that Vintage Electric does not address.
• Riese & Müller: Riese & Müller is a German premium e-bike maker focused on high-end commuter, touring, and cargo bikes. Comparable as a premium-tier performance e-bike competitor with full-suspension and high-spec drivetrains, though focused on European markets and corporate/cargo use cases.
• Trek Bicycle (Rail/eBike line): Trek is one of the largest bicycle incumbents with a broad e-bike portfolio across commuter, mountain, and urban segments. Comparable as a high-performance e-bike competitor with vastly greater distribution, capital base, and dealer network, putting pressure on Vintage Electric's premium niche.

Direct peers

• Electric Bike Company: Electric Bike Company builds premium, customizable electric cruisers and commuter e-bikes in the US with a vintage/classic aesthetic. Strong comparable in vintage design language, premium positioning, US assembly, and customization, competing in the same retro-cruiser niche as the Tracker Classic.
• Super73: Super73 is a direct-to-consumer electric bike brand focused on stylized, throttle-capable e-bikes targeting youth/urban culture and lifestyle riders. It is highly comparable to Vintage Electric in DTC channel, throttle-first design, and lifestyle/premium positioning, though at a lower price tier and broader audience.
• Aventon eBikes: Aventon is a direct-to-consumer e-bike brand offering affordable commuter and performance models. Comparable in DTC channel, throttle/pedal-assist product mix, and design-forward aesthetic, though at significantly lower price points ($1,200-$2,500) targeting mass-market rather than the vintage/premium niche.
• Juiced Bikes: Juiced Bikes is a US-based direct-to-consumer e-bike company selling high-performance throttle bikes with retro/moped-inspired designs (e.g., Scrambler, RipCurrent). Directly competes with Vintage Electric's Scrambler 3.0 in the performance-throttle category at lower prices.

Emerging players

• Civilized Cycles: Civilized Cycles makes premium, auto-styled e-bikes targeting affluent urban commuters with high-end design and integrated lighting/cargo features. Comparable as a design-forward premium e-bike startup targeting similar lifestyle-driven affluent buyers, though with a more enclosed/step-through form factor.
• ONYX Motorbikes: ONYX makes high-performance, motorbike-style electric two-wheelers (CTY2, RCR) with retro aesthetics and 40+ mph performance, sold direct. Comparable in retro-motorcycle design, throttle-first performance positioning, and premium pricing near Vintage Electric's range.
• Super73 C-Line / Vintage styling competitors: Includes smaller DTC brands such as Flying Sparrow, Vintage eBike, and Super73's own vintage-styled SKUs that overlap with Vintage Electric's retro-cruiser/motorcycle-inspired design language. Emergent peers in the heritage-styled e-bike segment where Vintage Electric is a category pioneer.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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