Synch Electric Bikes

Synch Electric Bikes: fat-tyre e-bikes designed and built in Dorset

Synch Electric Bikes is a British company that designs and assembles fat-tyre electric bikes at its site in Poole, Dorset. The company presents itself as the UK’s original and leading fat-tyre electric bike company, a claim that appears in its own promotional material. Its range combines retro styling with practical utility, and the bikes are described as suitable for city, countryside and beach use.

The brand’s positioning is summed up in its own phrase “Utility With Attitude”, and it emphasises that all electric bikes are designed and assembled in the UK. The current catalogue is built around 250W models, with a focus on stability from fat tyres and a modular accessory system.

Models and pricing in the Synch range

The website lists three main models, with prices shown as starting figures:

• Super Monkey PRO 250W: from £2,149.
• Super Monkey ST PRO (step-through version): from £2,149.
• Super Monkey Retro: £1,750.

These prices are those displayed on the site at the time of writing this profile and may vary by configuration or options selected.

Core technical features

Synch summarises the main specifications shared across its range:

• 250W motor.
• Assistance restricted to 15.5mph.
• Shimano 7-speed derailleur.
• Two-year warranty.
• Hydraulic brakes.
• Five-hour fast charge.
• LCD display.
• Designed and built in the UK.

The company also highlights fat-tyre stability for British roads and a hand-built approach in Dorset.

Modular accessories and customisation

A distinctive part of the Synch offer is its modular accessory system, which allows the bikes to be adapted for different uses. The catalogue includes:

• Caddy platform: for carrying a phone, laptop or jacket.
• Passenger kit: rear padded seat, sissy bar and pegs for two-up riding.
• Rear racks and bags: for commuting, shopping or travel.
• Lighting, locks and upgrades: to complete the setup.

Individual accessories listed on the site include a Synch Caddy at £105, a headlight at £65, a front rack at £80, Kenda Krusade knobbly tyres at £35 and mudguards at £45. The company also offers custom builds and gift cards.

Purchase, finance and aftercare

Synch bikes can be purchased through the website, with options such as Klarna payments and Cycle to Work approval mentioned on the site. The company also offers 0% finance, subject to terms. Test rides can be booked through the website, and the company says bikes are hand-delivered fully assembled. Aftercare is presented as a direct service from the team, with support contact and a range of maintenance guides covering tyre changes, brake pads, battery operation and cleaning.

Customer feedback and reputation

The website displays numerous customer testimonials and a “5-star reviews” badge. These comments, attributed to named customers, frequently mention the fun of riding, the quality of the build, the responsiveness of the team and the after-sales support. Some testimonials refer to specific models such as the longtail Super Monkey and the Ultra Monkey, and to custom colours. These are individual experiences and not an independent assessment of the company.

UK base and stockists

Synch Electric Bikes is based in Poole, Dorset, where its electric bikes are designed and assembled. The website includes a stockists page, indicating that the bikes may also be available through selected retailers, although specific stockist locations are not detailed in the available material.