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Scorpion fs 26 S-Pedelec
A folding trike with a 309 lb total load.
- Motor
- 500W (1,000 peak)
- Battery
- 627 Wh
- Range, claimed
- up to 120 km (75 miles) with the optional second battery
- Top speed
- 28 mph
- Folded
- 48.4 × 32.7 × 24.4″
- List price
- $13,590
Available at
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✓ Specs checked Sep 28, 2026against hpvelotechnik.com · sources for each spec · 1 conflicting figure
Our scores
Storage fit64 / 100
Ranks 12th of 39 scored · see the top 10
Out of 100, from published figures only. How we score
Set your height and weight. We compare them with the limits HP Velotechnik publishes.
Height
5′6″
168 cm
Weight
180 lb
82 kg
Rider height
5′4″ min6′7″ max
Weight and load
Rider limit not publishedTotal 309 lb
Step-over
Bike: 82 lb
Specifications
Fit
- Step-over height
- Not published by brandhpvelotechnik.com ↗ · checked Sep 28, 2026
- Rider height
- 5′4″–6′7″163–201 cmhpvelotechnik.com ↗ · checked Sep 28, 2026
- Seat height
- BodyLink seat 29 cm (12 in); ErgoMesh seat 32 cm (13 in)hpvelotechnik.com ↗ · checked Sep 28, 2026
- Rider limit
- Not published by brandhpvelotechnik.com ↗ · checked Sep 28, 2026
- Total load
- 309 lb140 kg · rider plus cargohpvelotechnik.com ↗ · checked Sep 28, 2026
- Seats
- Not published by brandhpvelotechnik.com ↗ · checked Sep 28, 2026
Motor
- Rated power
- 500Whpvelotechnik.com ↗ · checked Sep 28, 2026
- Peak power
- 1,000Whpvelotechnik.com ↗ · checked Sep 28, 2026
- Torque
- Not published by brandhpvelotechnik.com ↗ · checked Sep 28, 2026
Battery
- Capacity
- 627 Whstated by brandBrand publishes conflicting figures: 651 Wh · 627 Wh. We use the figure least favourable to you.hpvelotechnik.com ↗ · checked Sep 28, 2026
- Voltage and amp-hours
- —
- Battery weight
- Not published by brandhpvelotechnik.com ↗ · checked Sep 28, 2026
Range and speed
- Claimed range
- Up to 120 km (75 miles) with the optional second batteryhpvelotechnik.com ↗ · checked Sep 28, 2026
- Top speed
- 28 mph45 km/hhpvelotechnik.com ↗ · checked Sep 28, 2026
- E-bike class
- Class 3hpvelotechnik.com ↗ · checked Sep 28, 2026
Size and folding
- Folds
- Yeshpvelotechnik.com ↗ · checked Sep 28, 2026
- Folded size
- 48.4 × 32.7 × 24.4″123 × 83 × 62 cmhpvelotechnik.com ↗ · checked Sep 28, 2026
- Weight
- 82 lb37 kghpvelotechnik.com ↗ · checked Sep 28, 2026
- Wheels
- 20 in (ISO 406) front / 26 in (ISO 559) rearhpvelotechnik.com ↗ · checked Sep 28, 2026
Brakes and drivetrain
- Brakes
- Coupled hydraulic disc brakeshpvelotechnik.com ↗ · checked Sep 28, 2026
- Parking brake
- Yeshpvelotechnik.com ↗ · checked Sep 28, 2026
- Gears
- SRAM 30-speed (SRAM GX rear derailleur, 3-ring chainset); optional Pinion C1.12hpvelotechnik.com ↗ · checked Sep 28, 2026
- Rear differential
- Not published by brandhpvelotechnik.com ↗ · checked Sep 28, 2026
- Reverse
- Not published by brandhpvelotechnik.com ↗ · checked Sep 28, 2026
Comfort and safety
- Suspension
- Full suspension: front 6 cm (2.4 in) / rear 8 cm (3.1 in); DNM DV-22 rear shock standardhpvelotechnik.com ↗ · checked Sep 28, 2026
- Certifications
- EU type approval as moped L2e-Phpvelotechnik.com ↗ · checked Sep 28, 2026
Documents
HP Velotechnik Scorpion fs 26 S-Pedelec manuals and PDFs
A PDF disagrees with the product page. The manual gives a 130 kg (286 lb) max payload; the product page says 140 kg (308 lb). The spec sheet above uses the product page.
- BrochureScorpion 2027 brochure (EN, EUR prices) - Recumbent technology: Cycling Fun on Three WheelsPDF · from hpvelotechnik.com · covers Scorpion trikes · 2027
- Owner's manualInstruction manual for all HP Velotechnik trikesPDF · from hpvelotechnik.com · covers all HP Velotechnik trikes · 2025-08
- Owner's manualInstruction manual Neodrives Z20PDF · from hpvelotechnik.com · covers drive system manual · 2018
Files hosted by the brand, found Sep 28, 2026. The spec sheet above comes from the brand's product page.
Legal in your state
Can I ride it where I live?
HP Velotechnik sells this as Class 3, with a 28 mph top speed.
✓ Class 3 e-bike in California
28 mph
- License, registration
- No driver's license, registration, license plate or insurance is needed for a legal e-bike or e-trike, and it is not a motor vehicle.
- Helmet
- Riders and passengers under 18 must wear a bicycle helmet on any bike, including an e-bike.
- Minimum age
- Riders must be 16 or older to operate a Class 3. State law sets no minimum age for Class 1 or 2, but pilot laws let San Diego County and Marin County set local limits, listed under local rules below.
- Where you can ride
- E-bike riders have the same road rights and duties as bicyclists, including use of bike lanes.
Last verified Sep 2026 · Read the statute ↗ · Full California guide · Not legal advice.
⚠ Not covered by the e-bike law
New Jersey's e-bike law leaves trikes out. See what that means for trikes below.
- License, registration
- Riders 17+ need a valid driver's license of any class or a moped (e-bike) license/permit; riders 15-16 need a moped (e-bike) license or permit; bike-share renters 16+ are exempt.
- Helmet
- Motorized bicycle riders of every age must wear an approved helmet.
- Minimum age
- No one under 15 may ride a low-speed e-bike or motorized bicycle.
- Where you can ride
- Motorized bicycles may not use interstates, median-divided highways, roads posted over 50 mph, or the GSP/Turnpike/AC Expressway.
Last verified Sep 2026 · Read the statute ↗ · Full New Jersey guide · Not legal advice.
✓ Class 3 e-bike in Florida
28 mph
- License, registration
- No driver license needed for any e-bike class.
- Helmet
- Riders and passengers under 16 must wear a bicycle helmet; no state helmet rule for 16+.
- Minimum age
- No statewide minimum age, but since July 1, 2025 cities/counties may set minimum ages and require riders to carry government photo ID.
- Where you can ride
- You may ride anywhere a regular bicycle is allowed, including streets, shoulders, bike lanes and multi-use paths.
Last verified Sep 2026 · Read the statute ↗ · Full Florida guide · Not legal advice.
⚠ Check before buying
28 mph is over the 25 mph limit.
- License, registration
- No driver's license, registration or insurance is needed for a legal Class 1-3 e-bike.
- Helmet
- All Class 3 riders must wear a helmet; for Class 1 and 2 no state helmet rule applies to adults (localities may require helmets).
- Minimum age
- Riders must be at least 16.
- Where you can ride
- E-bikes may be ridden on roads with a posted speed limit of 30 mph or less, and in bike lanes; Class 3 only in New York City.
Last verified Sep 2026 · Read the statute ↗ · Full New York guide · Not legal advice.
Compare with
Catrike Dumont eCAT
| This trike | Dumont eCAT | |
|---|---|---|
| Step-over | Not published | Not published |
| Total load | 309 lb | Not published |
| Weight | 82 lb | 60 lb |
| Top speed | 28 mph | 20 mph |
Compare with
ICE Adventure (E-Assist)
| This trike | Adventure (E-Assist) | |
|---|---|---|
| Step-over | Not published | Not published |
| Total load | 309 lb | Not published |
| Weight | 82 lb | Not published |
| Top speed | 28 mph | 20 mph |
