Answer Engine Review: WIRED Freedom
The Freedom is worth considering because it carries both UL 2849 for the bike and UL 2271 for its batteries, a pairing the Raven does not claim. That certification is the real case for it. At 115 lb with a 3,200 W peak motor, it is a specialty machine.
A high-output, dual-battery fat-tire e-bike with full suspension and UL certification on both the bike and the batteries, sold as a step-over frame at 115 lb.
Manufacturer: WIRED
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Editor's note
No firsthand observation, measurement, or owner quote was invented for this page. The certification claims are manufacturer statements; the weight and output figures are listed, not measured here.
Who this is for
This suits a rider who wants high output and dual-battery range and values the UL pairing on the bike and packs, and who has ground-level storage. It is a poor fit if you lift a bike, or if you need a machine inside Oregon or Washington e-bike definitions.
Does UL 2849 matter here?
It is the clearest specification difference between this and the Raven: the Freedom claims UL 2849 for the complete bike as well as UL 2271 for the packs, while the Raven claims only the battery standard. If you charge indoors, that is the figure to check on the listing for the unit you receive.
What owners say
No attributable owner sample is recorded for the Freedom in the sources used here, so this page makes no reliability claim.
Where it falls short
- 115 lb, or 87 lb without batteries, is a two-person lift.
- A 1,500 W nominal motor sits outside Oregon's 1,000 W and Washington's 750 W e-bike definitions.
- Two packs mean two charging routines.
- 3,200 W is a peak claim, not a continuous rating.
Spec versus reality
| Spec | Manufacturer claim | Independent / verified reality |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not stated in the sources used | Confirm with the seller. |
| Battery | 2,100 Wh (60 V 20 Ah + 15 Ah) | Both packs claim UL 2271. |
| Motor | 1,500 W nominal, 3,200 W peak claimed | Manufacturer claim. |
| Certification | UL 2849 bike; UL 2271 packs | Manufacturer claim; ask for the listing. |
| Weight | 115 lb; 87 lb without batteries | Manufacturer figures. |
| Suspension | Full suspension | Manufacturer claim. |
| Frame | Step-over | Manufacturer description. |
PNW reality check
Rain
No ingress rating is recorded. Keep both packs dry and charge indoors.
Hills
Output is not the constraint; weight and legality are. A 115 lb machine on a wet descent is a different risk.
Storage
Ground level only. Measure the doorway and the turn.
Lifting
87 lb without batteries is still a two-person lift. Do not plan a hook or a roof rack.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Freedom weigh?
115 lb with batteries and 87 lb without, per the manufacturer. Both are two-person lifts for most riders.
Is it UL certified?
It claims UL 2849 for the complete bike and UL 2271 for both packs — a stronger claim than the Raven, which covers only the batteries.
Is it legal on Oregon or Washington paths?
Not as a standard e-bike. A 1,500 W nominal motor exceeds Washington's 750 W and Oregon's 1,000 W definitions.
What is the battery capacity?
2,100 Wh across a 60 V 20 Ah front pack and a 15 Ah rear pack.
How much power does it have?
1,500 W nominal with a 3,200 W peak claim.
Does it have full suspension?
Yes, full suspension is listed.
Who should buy it?
A rider who wants high output, dual-battery range and the UL pairing, with ground-level storage.
What should I check first?
Legal access, storage, transport and the certification listing, before any power figure.
Sources
Signed: Carlos Hickey · PNW e-Bike Guide · West Linn, Oregon.