Addmotor Citytan M-315 Folding eTrike
Addmotor's product pageThe Addmotor Citytan M-315 Folding eTrike is an electric bike with a 48 V, 13.5 Ah pack, a stated top speed of 20 Mph, 648Wh of energy and a load capacity of 230+80 LBS.
Last updated: 7 September 2026
What we found
- 1 battery is documented for it: 48V 13.5Ah XuanWu Battery, from the manufacturer's own documentation.
- 47 specifications are published for it, each with the source it was read from, 4 of them corroborated by a second source.
- No matching recall was found in the records this catalogue holds from 8 regulators.
Assembled from the evidence on this page. Every figure and count below is shown with the source it was read from.
Motor and performance
- Payload, rider and cargo combined
- 310-lb payload capacity
- Torque
65Nm Torque
addmotor-citytan-m315-fold-fast-picnic-beach-campsite · retrieved by us 29 August 2026
Source: addmotor.com/blog/addmotor-citytan-m315-fold-fast-picnic-beach-campsite
addmotor-citytan-m315-up-to-20mph-folding-etrike-built-for-daily-urban-commutes · retrieved by us 29 August 2026
“Motor Type 500W Rear-Drive (Peak 1,100W), 65Nm Torque Battery System”
Source: addmotor.com/blog/addmotor-citytan-m315-up-to-20mph-folding-etrike-built-for-daily-urban-commutes
With 60Nm of torque
addmotor-citytan-m315-fold-fast-picnic-beach-campsite · retrieved by us 29 August 2026
“With 60Nm of torque and a top speed of 20 MPH, the M-315 offers enough muscle to keep pace with the demands of outdoor travel.”
Source: addmotor.com/blog/addmotor-citytan-m315-fold-fast-picnic-beach-campsite
90 Nm
addmotor-citytan-m315-vs-mooncool-tk2 · retrieved by us 29 August 2026
“Maximum Torque 90 Nm 65 Nm”
Source: addmotor.com/blog/addmotor-citytan-m315-vs-mooncool-tk2
65Nm
Image read for trailerCompatibility on addmotor-citytri-e-310 · retrieved by us 2 September 2026
“Motor Power 500W Rear-Drive (Peak 1100W, 65Nm Torque)”
Source: addmotor.com/u_file/2604/photo/addmotor-310-vs-315_1775729115.jpg
- Motor (500W version)
- 500W
- Peak power (500W version)
- 1100W Peak
- Motor (750W version)
- 750W
- Peak power (750W version)
- 1400W Peak
- Top speed
- 20 Mph
- Claimed range
50 Miles
citytan · retrieved by us 29 August 2026
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
Up to 65 miles
addmotor-citytan-m-315-folding-electric-trike-in-depth-review-choice-for-commuting-and-cargo · retrieved by us 29 August 2026
“Range Up to 65 miles per charge”
Source: addmotor.com/blog/addmotor-citytan-m-315-folding-electric-trike-in-depth-review-choice-for-commuting-and-cargo
Up to 50 Miles
addmotor-citytan-m315-vs-lectric-xp-trike2 · retrieved by us 29 August 2026
“Range Up to 50 miles Up to 50 miles”
Source: addmotor.com/blog/addmotor-citytan-m315-vs-lectric-xp-trike2
addmotor-citytan-m315-vs-mooncool-tk2 · retrieved by us 29 August 2026
“Stated Range Up to 50 Miles”
Source: addmotor.com/blog/addmotor-citytan-m315-vs-mooncool-tk2
50 miles (PAS 1) on a single charge
Image read for trailerCompatibility on addmotor-citytri-e-310 · retrieved by us 2 September 2026
“Range 50 miles (PAS 1) on a single charge”
Source: addmotor.com/u_file/2604/photo/addmotor-310-vs-315_1775729115.jpg
- Payload capacity
- 230+80 LBS
- Assist sensor
- Cadence Sensor
- Pedal assist
- 5 Level Pedal Assist
- Controller
- Addmotor 25A Controller
- Throttle
- Variable Speed Control - 1/2 Twist Throttle
- Rear differential
- Yes
“integrated front and rear lights with brake function, and a 310-lb payload capacity add to its practicality, making it ideal for errands, commuting, or leisure rides”
Source: addmotor.com/blog/addmotor-black-friday-2025-electric-trikes-sale
The maker’s own documents give different figures
“500W Rear-Drive Motor (1100W Peak) / 750W Rear-Drive Motor (1400W Peak)”
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
“500W Rear-Drive Motor (1100W Peak) / 750W Rear-Drive Motor (1400W Peak)”
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
“500W Rear-Drive Motor (1100W Peak) / 750W Rear-Drive Motor (1400W Peak)”
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
“500W Rear-Drive Motor (1100W Peak) / 750W Rear-Drive Motor (1400W Peak)”
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
The maker’s own documents give different figures
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
Battery and charging
- Replacement battery — manufacturer states none is sold
- None sold for this trike
- Energy
- 648Wh
- Battery
- 48 V, 13.5 Ah
- Charger
48V*2.0A
citytan · retrieved by us 29 August 2026
“48V*2.0A 5 Pins Short Plug US Standard DC Charger 5 Pins With Auto Magnetic Suction”
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
US Standard 5-pin magnetic suction charger
addmotor-citytan-m315-up-to-20mph-folding-etrike-built-for-daily-urban-commutes · retrieved by us 29 August 2026
“utilizing a US Standard 5-pin magnetic suction charger. This magnetic connection reduces wear on the charging port and makes it easier to connect the charger in low-light conditions”
Source: addmotor.com/blog/addmotor-citytan-m315-up-to-20mph-folding-etrike-built-for-daily-urban-commutes
- Cell potting
- Fully potted in thermal gel
- Battery, as the maker names it
- XuanWu 48V 13.5Ah lithium battery pack
- How the pack is built
- One-piece aluminium case, potted
“Is there a replacement battery available for longer rides? Answer: Not for this one. But we have another model with bigger battery like the citytri”
Source: addmotor.com/question_p455
“Battery Capacity 48V × 13.5Ah (648Wh) 48V × 15Ah (720Wh) 48V × 13Ah (624Wh)”
Source: addmotor.com/blog/addmotor-citytan-m-315-vs-mooncool-tk2-vs-lectric-xp-trike2
“48V*13.5Ah Lithium Battery”
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
The maker’s own documents give different figures
“To safely handle the high current draws required by a 1400W peak load, the M-315 introduces a fully potted cell architecture. By encasing the lithium-ion cells in a thermally conductive gel compound, the battery pack achieves two critical engineering objectives:”
Source: addmotor.com/blog/addmotor-citytan-m-315-vs-mooncool-tk2-vs-lectric-xp-trike2
“The Citytan M-315 incorporates an advanced XuanWu 48V 13.5Ah lithium battery pack. Moving away from standard, flimsy plastic battery cases, the XuanWu design introduces a rugged aluminum-manganese alloy housing lined with high-stability internal structural cushioning.”
Source: addmotor.com/blog/addmotor-citytan-m315-vs-mooncool-tk2
“The battery is encased in a one-piece aluminum pack that offers exceptional heat dissipation and is protected through potting to avoid environmental hazards.”
Source: addmotor.com/blog/addmotor-citytan-m315-fold-fast-picnic-beach-campsite
Brakes and safety
- Brakes
Mechanical Disc Brakes On Each Wheel
citytan · retrieved by us 29 August 2026
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
Front disc, rear drum
addmotor-citytan-m-315-folding-electric-trike-in-depth-review-choice-for-commuting-and-cargo · retrieved by us 29 August 2026
“Brakes Front mechanical disc / rear drum with parking brake”
Source: addmotor.com/blog/addmotor-citytan-m-315-folding-electric-trike-in-depth-review-choice-for-commuting-and-cargo
addmotor-citytan-m315-vs-mooncool-tk2 · retrieved by us 29 August 2026
“The Addmotor Citytan M-315 approaches this differently, utilizing a triple mechanical disc brake system on each wheel paired with a dependable parking brake.”
Source: addmotor.com/blog/addmotor-citytan-m315-vs-mooncool-tk2
Three mechanical discs, 180mm
addmotor-citytan-m315-vs-lectric-xp-trike2 · retrieved by us 29 August 2026
“Brake System Triple 180mm Mechanical Disc Brakes Hydraulic Disc Brakes”
Source: addmotor.com/blog/addmotor-citytan-m315-vs-lectric-xp-trike2
- Brake rotors
- 180mm
- Parking brake
- Yes
- Headlight
- 48V LED Headlight
- Taillight
- Addmotor’s taillight row states a headlight, repeating the row above it
- Reverse
- No
The maker’s own documents give different figures
“Brake System Triple 180mm Mechanical Disc Brakes Hydraulic Disc Brakes”
Source: addmotor.com/blog/addmotor-citytan-m315-vs-lectric-xp-trike2
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
“48V LED Headlight. Powered by the main battery and controlled through the display panel.”
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
Unconfirmed
“48V LED Headlight. Powered by the main battery and controlled through the display panel.”
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
“Does it support the reverse drive? Answer: no, there is no reverse mode.”
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
Frame and components
- Fork travel
- 80mm
- Frame
6061 Aluminum Alloy Frame
citytan · retrieved by us 29 August 2026
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
6061 + 7020 Aluminum Alloy (Folding)
addmotor-citytan-m315-up-to-20mph-folding-etrike-built-for-daily-urban-commutes · retrieved by us 29 August 2026
“Frame Metallurgy 6061 + 7020 Aluminum Alloy (Folding) Front Suspension”
Source: addmotor.com/blog/addmotor-citytan-m315-up-to-20mph-folding-etrike-built-for-daily-urban-commutes
- Front fork
- ADDSHOX Oil Spring Suspension Fork
- Suspension
- Front fork and suspension seatpost
- Tires
- 20" X 3.0"
- Rims
- Addmotor Aluminum Rim
- Chain
- KMC Stainless Chain
- Gearing
- Shimano 7-Speed
- Derailleur
- Shimano 7 Speed Rear Derailleur
- Saddle
- Spring Saddle
- Display
- Small Display
- Number of wheels
- Three
“The ride comfort is further enhanced by the ADDSHOX oil spring suspension fork. Boasting 80mm of travel, it doubles the 40mm suspension travel found on the Mooncool TK2, ensuring superior shock absorption on cracked asphalt or gravel paths.”
Source: addmotor.com/blog/addmotor-citytan-m315-vs-mooncool-tk2
The maker’s own documents give different figures
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
“Suspension Front fork and seatpost suspension”
Source: addmotor.com/blog/addmotor-citytan-m-315-folding-electric-trike-in-depth-review-choice-for-commuting-and-cargo
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
“Citytan M-315 Folding eTrike”
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
Size and fit
- Rider height
- 5'1"-5'9"
- Weight
96 LBS (Include Battery)
citytan · retrieved by us 29 August 2026
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
112 lbs
addmotor-citytan-m-315-folding-electric-trike-in-depth-review-choice-for-commuting-and-cargo · retrieved by us 29 August 2026
“Weight (with battery) 112 lbs”
Source: addmotor.com/blog/addmotor-citytan-m-315-folding-electric-trike-in-depth-review-choice-for-commuting-and-cargo
The weight is about 95 LBS (Include Battery)
question_p455 · retrieved by us 29 August 2026
“what is the weight???????????? Answer: The weight is about 95 LBS (Include Battery)”
Source: addmotor.com/question_p455
94.8 lbs
Image read for trailerCompatibility on addmotor-citytri-e-310 · retrieved by us 2 September 2026
“Net Weight 94.8 lbs”
Source: addmotor.com/u_file/2604/photo/addmotor-310-vs-315_1775729115.jpg
- Total length
- 69.3 inches
- Total width
- 25.2"
- Wheelbase
- 47.2"
- Standover height
- 14.1"
- Reach
- 12.6"
- Minimum saddle height
- 28.7"
- Maximum saddle height
- 34.6"
- Handlebar height
- 44.5"
- Folded size
- 41.3 × 43.3 × 45.3 inches
- Step-through height
- 14.1 inches
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
The maker’s own documents give different figures
“Total Length 69.3" (176 cm) 66" (167.6 cm) 65" (165.1 cm)”
Source: addmotor.com/blog/addmotor-citytan-m-315-vs-mooncool-tk2-vs-lectric-xp-trike2
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
“Total Length 69.3"”
Source: addmotor.com/u_file/2607/photo/citytan-m315-vs-mooncool-tk2-electric-tricycle-comparison_1785408589.jpg
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
“Total Width 25.2"”
Source: addmotor.com/u_file/2607/photo/citytan-m315-vs-mooncool-tk2-electric-tricycle-comparison_1785408589.jpg
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
“The Citytan M-315 boasts a generous 47.2-inch wheelbase, whereas the Mooncool TK2 relies on a much shorter 36-inch stance.”
Source: addmotor.com/blog/addmotor-citytan-m315-vs-mooncool-tk2
“Wheel Base 47.2"”
Source: addmotor.com/u_file/2607/photo/citytan-m315-vs-mooncool-tk2-electric-tricycle-comparison_1785408589.jpg
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
“Standover Height 14.1"”
Source: addmotor.com/u_file/2607/photo/citytan-m315-vs-mooncool-tk2-electric-tricycle-comparison_1785408589.jpg
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
“When it's time to travel, the M-315 folds down neatly to 41.3" L x 43.3" W x 45.3" H, fitting comfortably inside most SUVs and RVs.”
Source: addmotor.com/blog/addmotor-citytan-m315-vs-mooncool-tk2
“14.1‑inch low step‑through frame for effortless mounting and dismounting, especially for seniors and riders with mobility limitations.”
Source: addmotor.com/blog/addmotor-citytan-m-315-folding-electric-trike-in-depth-review-choice-for-commuting-and-cargo
Compatibility
- Front basket — manufacturer states it does not fit
- Not Compatible
“Front Basket Not Compatible”
Source: addmotor.com/u_file/2604/photo/addmotor-310-vs-315_1775729115.jpg
Fitment across the range
- Which machines take a trailer
- Compatible with 2026 Trailer Model
“Trailer Compatibility Compatible with 2026 Trailer Model”
Source: addmotor.com/u_file/2604/photo/addmotor-310-vs-315_1775729115.jpg
Buying and owning it
- Pre-assembled
- 80% pre-assembled
“The trike comes 80% pre-assembled.”
Source: addmotor.com/products/citytan
Certification claims
- How the catalog describes this battery
- Called “Lithium Battery”, not UL-Certified
Unconfirmed
“20Ah UL-Certified Battery 13.5Ah Lithium Battery 15Ah Lithium Battery 20Ah UL-Certified”
Source: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0530/5968/2468/files/Addmotor_Catalog_2026.pdf?v=1778809673