SUTTONS BAY E-BIKE FIELD GUIDE
Try Before You Buy: 25‑Minute E‑Bike Test Rides in Suttons Bay
Ride Leelanau in Suttons Bay offers 25‑minute test rides on 23 e‑bike models from Rad Power, Velotric and Lectric—this guide explains what to expect and how to turn a test into a purchase.
Try Before You Buy: 25‑Minute E‑Bike Test Rides in Suttons Bay.
Adventure brief
Try Before You Buy: 25‑Minute E‑Bike Test Rides in Suttons Bay
At Ride Leelanau you can sample the latest e‑bike designs from three manufacturers across a fleet of 23 models. The operator runs scheduled, 25‑minute test rides so prospective buyers can match frame styles and powertrains before committing — and there are purchase incentives if you decide to buy the same day.
Discover the excitement of e-bike test rides at Ride Leelanau in beautiful Suttons Bay, Michigan. This unique experience offers outdoor enthusiasts and casual riders alike the opportunity to try out 23 different e-bike models from industry leaders Rad Power, Velotric, and Lectric. Whether you’re new to e-bikes or looking to upgrade your current ride, the 25-minute test rides provide a perfect chance to explore the scenic surroundings at your own pace. The friendly and knowledgeable staff offer helpful guidance to ensure you find the perfect bike tailored to your needs. Best of all, if you decide to purchase an e-bike the same day, your test ride fee is fully refunded and you receive an exclusive discount, making it easier than ever to bring home your ideal ride. Suttons Bay provides a stunning backdrop with its waterfront views and winding paths, creating an enjoyable and memorable experience. With the growing popularity of e-biking in the region, this is your chance to try it firsthand and enjoy a convenient, eco-friendly way to explore Leelanau County. Whether for fitness, fun, or commuting, Ride Leelanau is your gateway to a new outdoor adventure.
Route Schematic
Route schematic & stops
The test ride program follows a simple sequence: check‑in and fit, a mapped 25‑minute test loop, then return for inspection and purchase conversation.
Check‑in & bike fit
At check‑in riders sign a waiver, leave a $75 credit‑card hold, and are issued a helmet (helmets are provided and required). Staff fit the selected e‑bike before departure.
Mapped 25‑minute test loop
You ride a preplanned test route that lasts about 25 minutes so you can evaluate power, brakes and comfort on a real loop; test route maps are available.
Return, inspect and decide
After the loop you return the bike in the same condition it was rented, settle any issues and can complete a purchase; Ride Leelanau offers a discount code and refunds the $25 test fee if you buy the same day.
Riders must be 14 or older; those under 18 require a legal guardian to accompany them and sign the waiver. Helmets are mandatory and a $75 credit‑card hold is required at check‑in. Operator may charge for any damage per its service and replacement price list.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Twenty‑three models across three brands
Ride Leelanau offers test rides on Rad Power, Velotric and Lectric models, giving riders access to a broad selection of city, foldable, fat‑tire, moped, cargo e‑bikes and e‑trikes for comparison.
Buy‑day perks for test riders
Test riders receive up to a $50 discount code toward a purchase and Ride Leelanau will refund the $25 test fee if you buy an e‑bike the same day, making it easy to try then buy.
From foldables and fat‑tires to cargo and e‑trikes
Available test models include step‑through city and commuter bikes, foldables, fat‑tire step‑throughs, moped‑style bikes, cargo e‑bikes and e‑trikes, allowing riders to evaluate styles that suit commuting, hauling or recreation.
What the day feels like
What the 25‑minute test ride feels like
The experience is structured: schedule a test, complete check‑in, and ride a mapped 25‑minute loop on the chosen model. The short, focused ride is designed so you can assess fit, handling and assist levels across multiple machines before deciding to buy.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this test ride is built for — and who needs to prepare.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring a credit card for the $75 hold at check‑in; Ride Leelanau provides helmets which are required to be worn during the test ride.
Schedule a test ride in advance; a $25 test fee applies but will be refunded if you purchase an e‑bike the same day, and Ride Leelanau may provide up to a $50 discount code toward a purchase.
All riders must sign a waiver at check‑in. Test bikes must be returned in the same condition; damages are charged per the operator's service and replacement price list.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is a test ride?
Test rides are approximately 25 minutes on mapped test routes.
Which brands and models can I test?
Ride Leelanau offers test rides on models from Rad Power, Velotric and Lectric — a total of 23 models across styles including city, foldable, fat‑tire, moped, cargo and e‑trikes.
Is the test fee refundable?
The $25 test fee will be refunded if you purchase an e‑bike on the same day as your test ride; Ride Leelanau also provides up to a $50 discount code to assist with purchases.
Are helmets required and provided?
Helmets are provided by Ride Leelanau and are required to be worn during the test ride.
Are there age restrictions for test riders?
Riders must be at least 14 years old; anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a legal guardian who signs the waiver.
Is a credit card required at check‑in?
A credit‑card hold of $75 is required at check‑in.
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