This form factor comes with some trade-offs.

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Electric bikes take some of the effort out of the daily commute, as well as giving you a bit more power for any long, leisurely journeys you're making. Storing them isn't the easiest, although a foldable electric bike can be a solution if you're short on space. You get a motor to help you with the pedaling, along with a frame that folds down to make it easy to stash in a luggage rack.

That said, there are some downsides to a foldable electric bike that you'll want to be aware of. Convenience does come with a few compromises, because a bike that folds isn't necessarily going to be easy to carry. The smallest models could involve sacrificing something, whether it's comfort or battery capacity. You've also got the price to consider, especially if you want the most ultralight bike you can find.…