Fiido D3 Pro black at Fatbikeskopen.nl

The black Fiido D3 Pro is the understated version of this compact folding bike. When you often keep a bike indoors—in an office or hallway, for example—black is less noticeable than white. Everything else remains the same: 14-inch wheels, a weight of eighteen kilos, a 281-watt-hour DMEGC battery, disc brakes with motor cut-off, and a low step-through. Deliberately minimalist: no gears, no suspension, but ready to go anywhere.

What you get with 14-inch wheels

Small wheels make the bike compact and agile, but you feel the road surface much more clearly than with larger wheels. There is no suspension, so cobblestones and sunken paving stones send their impact straight to your wrists and lower back. Where the D3 Pro excels is storage and maneuverability: it fits in a hallway, behind a desk, in a trunk, or between two train seats without any careful measuring or rearranging. That is the whole point of this size.

Fiido D3 Pro range

The 281-watt-hour DMEGC battery is rated for approximately 33 kilometers. That is modest, but reliable: in practice, you really can cover that distance. It is more than enough for the last leg from the station, a trip around town, or a quick errand. Charging takes three to four hours, which is relatively quick and means you can top it up along the way instead of waiting all evening. You can charge it from a regular power outlet, so no special setup is needed. A battery lasts longer if you do not routinely run it completely flat and charge it indoors during winter.

Disc brakes with motor cut-off

When you pull the brake lever, the motor switches off automatically. That may seem obvious, but it is not: on cheaper models, the motor sometimes continues pushing for a fraction of a second even after you have started braking. On a small, lightweight folding bike, that is precisely when you want to remain in control. The disc brakes themselves are more than adequate for eighteen kilos and the short distances this bike is designed for. When it is delivered, briefly check the brake lever reach; you can adjust it in a few seconds. Brake pads and discs use standard sizes, so they can be replaced at any service point. With walk assist, the bike travels automatically at up to 6 kilometers per hour while you walk alongside it—a feature that makes a bigger difference with this weight than you might expect.

Folding and carrying

The frame and handlebars fold. At eighteen kilos, it is light enough to carry up a flight of stairs with two hands or lift into a car trunk, which is exactly what this format is designed for. The bike is splash-proof, so a shower on the way is no problem. The low step-through makes getting on and off easy, something that happens more often with a bike you frequently fold and move than with a regular city bike.

Who is this version for?

For people with limited space, for the final stretch of a train journey, and for those who prefer a bike that does not stand out in an office corridor. The recommended height in our specifications ranges from approximately 1.10 to 1.35 metres, indicating that this model is designed for shorter riders. If you are taller, consider a 20-inch folding bike, which offers a more spacious riding position. Anyone who rides it daily will notice these choices sooner than someone who occasionally goes for a ride. When making your decision, consider where you will store the bike, as that often matters more than the specifications.

Ordering from Fatbikeskopen.nl

A compact bike feels different from what you might expect from a photo, so come and try it. At ten showrooms, you can fold it, lift it and take it for a test ride. For maintenance, you can visit more than 450 locations in the Netherlands. If ordered online, the bike will be delivered to your home ready to ride. Insurance can be arranged when placing your order. You get a three-year warranty on the frame and a one-year warranty on the components and battery. After delivery, you have fourteen days to take it for a test ride.

See also: Fiido folding bikes | Fiido | folding bikes | foldable electric bikes