A Retro-Modern Electric Motorcycle: Addmotor Soletan M-66X Review

Are you a fan of vintage motorcycle designs and modern technology combined? Then the Addmotor Soletan M-66X is sure to catch your attention. This electric motorcycle blends the charm of 1970s retro style with modern features, offering functionality and stunning aesthetics.

First Impressions: Appearance and Design

Inspired by a mix of motorcycles and mopeds, the Soletan M66 X boasts a classic red-and-white color scheme accented with black stripes—a true icon in retro electric bikes. Details like metallic paint fenders, white-wall tires, and a head tube branded with the company logo flawlessly capture the essence of the 70s. The frame, crafted from aluminum alloy and paired with butcher block-style wooden foot pedals, reflects a design that is both detailed and refined.

But it’s not just about looks. For instance, the U-shaped handlebar without a crossbar embraces the motorcycle style, featuring comfortable faux leather grips and a twist throttle. There's also a thoughtfully designed throttle kill switch for added safety.

Key Features and Performance

This bike impresses with its components: a Shimano 7-speed gear system, Tektro mechanical brakes (with anti-slip rubber grips and motor cut-off functionality), and dual rear shock absorbers, all enhancing the riding experience. It’s powered by a robust 750-watt Buang motor, a Samsung battery (20Ah, 960Wh) with UL certification, and has a handlebar width of 480mm.

Its front suspension system includes dual forks with 80mm travel and preload adjustment, rivaling the performance of high-end mountain bikes. The headlight is small yet bright, complemented by built-in features like a horn and brake lights, adding to its impressive versatility.

The wheels and tires further stand out—20x4.0-inch wide tires with classic white-wall accents, Buang aluminum alloy rims, and spokes alternating between polished aluminum and black, delivering both aesthetic appeal and durability.
 

Riding Experience

Conclusion

The Addmotor Motor Soletan M66 X delivers an exceptional riding experience with its retro design and modern technical features. If you’re captivated by the nostalgic charm of 1970s motorcycles while seeking the practicality and comfort of 20 inch fat tire electric bike, this model is definitely worth considering.

Disclaimer: The content above summarizes key details from KevCentral's video review, "Vintage 70s Inspired Moped Cruiser eBike - Addmotor Soletan M-66X - $2099". Its purpose is to provide a concise overview of the Soletan M-66X bike's features and performance as discussed in the video. To explore the full review and experience the complete viewpoints, please refer to KevCentral's original video or continue reading below.
 

KevCentral's Original Review on Soletan M-66X

Addmotor—if you're one of the many viewers that has asked me to take a look at one of their full suspension fat tire electric bike, this video is for you! The 20 fat tire electric bike? The Soletan M66-X.

Well, maybe not just for you—it's a bit for me because I like this best electric fat tire bikes in this exact color scheme. This is what caught my eye when I looked at it on their website. I mean, how could I not like this styling? And finally, a company that mentions directly on their website the words “moped cruiser.” There's lots to this bike, some surprises, and I'm going to show them to you now: a top-to-bottom component rundown of the M-66X.

Starting up top at the bars—fittingly, this has moped-style U-shaped bars. What stands out about these is they are a true "U" meaning they don't have the crossbar I usually see on e-bikes. That open U really does accent the moped inspiration! The grips—leather-like or full leather—they are comfort grips, with a half grip on the right side to accommodate the twist throttle. If you're a twist-and-go rider, there you go. But this throttle has an extra feature—a button that allows it to be turned off. I like this—no accidental throttle gooses. A safety touch—a nice touch.

The shifter: tried and true, a Shimano 7-speed. Brakes? Those are mechanical, Tektro branded, but these are the fancy mechanicals with the upscale rubber no-slip lever insert. They also have an integrated motor shut-off switch and an integrated bell on the left side. There's also the control pad—and there's a lot going on here. Just know the top buttons? Those are for the integrated turn signals—little spoiler there. The important thing is that all the buttons are within easy reach. The selections can be viewed on the center-mounted screen.

Oh yeah, and this key—this is a first for me. This bike has two keys. But out of the box they aren't together. They're the same key, but one is zip-tied up here by the handlebars, and the other down by the battery. That center-mounted display? Decently sized, monochrome LCD, backlit. A closer look at that shortly. This bike might be vintage inspired, but it's very modern ergonomically up top. And it gets more ergonomic—all this is bolted to an adjustable stem, an UNO stem. I've paid money for that brand—I've put them on many mountain bikes before. This one can be adjusted up and down 60°. Here's another brand I know right below that stem: the spacers, Neco branded—and they came lined up like that out of the box. I appreciate that. And the head tube? Addmotor branding—very, very 1970s inspired with their graphics and the entire bike color scheme. I'm getting ahead of myself—we'll come back to that.

First, more components like this ad shocks fork. This is a double crown fork—so very motorcycle or moped looking. Specs: dimensions 32.5 mm, 80 mm of travel. There are also preload adjusters—or a preload adjuster—and I see these on a lot of downhill bikes. First on an e-bike, these bumpers helped protect the frame. Forks are always a mount point for other components, and on e-bikes—usually a headlight. At the arch is an accessory. The M-66X gets even more—that's a digital horn. I guess if the bike's bell isn't doing it for you—that horn: 108 DB.

In front of that, the headlight? It's tiny, but very bright. And one more thing mounted to that arch—the painted fender. A metal-painted fender—this can't get any more fitting of the '70s style. And that's sturdy metal too: two-tone with that pinstripe graphic—vintage like the tires with their prominent sidewall. The white wall—these totally cement the classic looks.

Now looking at the back of this bike, you'll find a large seat. I mean, how many people rode around on the back of a friend's moped, especially a '70s-era moped, with their feet on foot pegs? It can be done on this bike too—it has a 300 lb max load.

But that's not the only surprise back here. When I looked up at the rear suspension—the dual rear suspension—I realized, wait a minute, this isn't a standard set of coil-over shocks! These are air shocks. I pay big bucks to put air shocks on my mountain bikes, and this bike comes with two of them out of the box!

In front of that, the bike's battery sporting dome stickers with the Addmotor logo. Remember I said this bike has two keys? They both work with the battery—one was up front, the second was zip-tied back here. Let's use one to take the battery out, which is easily done. Just turn the lock, pull, and it comes right out. Battery features a charge level indicator, of course. The key lock on the other side—that's the charge port. On the bottom: dual fuses and the battery specs. This battery? 20 amp-hour—that's 960 WH of power—and Samsung cells UL listed. The mounting rail firmly secures the interface, and it has an O-ring for waterproofing.