HOW THE SAFETY
OF OUR E-BIKES IS ENSURED THROUGH
EXTENSIVE TESTS
.
Updated on May 20, 2026
Whether you’re transporting your children or running your daily errands—your safety is our top priority. That’s why we test every FOLD cargo bike well beyond the legal requirements, so you can always rely on your bike .
, TOTAL WEIGHT
YEARS OF DEVELOPMENT
, AND TESTING
'S LOAD CYCLES IN THE LABORATORY
GEPRÜFT
BY EFBE
PRÜFTECHNIK GMBH
Cargo Bike Test
Independent
Laboratory Testing
Cargo Bike -
Fork Test
-Certified Long-Term Durability
, conducted a bending test
Tested to prevent accidental opening
OUR DEVELOPMENT PROCESS
DEVELOPMENT
Design and simulation of all components to ensure maximum stability and safety.
INTERNAL TESTS
The first prototypes are undergoing numerous internal stress and endurance tests.
PRACTICAL TESTS
A year of daily use on long routes with many different drivers.
INDEPENDENT AUDIT
Pre-production frames undergo comprehensive testing at EFBE Prüftechnik GmbH.
CONTINUOUS OPTIMIZATION
Every test provides insights that are directly incorporated into further development.
TESTED SAFETY-CRITICAL COMPONENTS
Not only the frame, but all safety-related components are individually developed, tested, and optimized.
FRAME
Specially designed and tested for a total weight of 200 kg.
FORK
Tested in accordance with EN 17860-2 for cargo bikes.
STEERING & HANDLEBAR STEM
Durability, steering stability, and bending test.
FOLDING MECHANISM
Specifically tested to prevent accidental opening.
MAXIMUM SECURITY
Each component is designed to withstand maximum loads.
OVERVIEW OF SECURITY TESTS
| COMPONENT | TEST |
|---|---|
| ✓ Frame | EFBE TRI-TEST® in accordance with DIN 79010 |
| ✓ Fork | EN 17860-2 |
| ✓ Steering | Dynamic load testing |
| ✓ Steering | Endurance Test |
| ✓ Steering | Steering Stability Test |
| ✓ Handlebar-stem assembly | Multi-stage bending test and design optimization |
| ✓ Folding mechanism | Functional and safety tests to prevent accidental opening |
SAFETY YOU CAN COUNT ON.
The FOLD is designed for everyday use as a cargo bike—for heavy loads, long service life, and demanding situations. The combination of development, field testing, and independent lab testing lays the foundation for a bike you can rely on every day.