The Uco Plus is a compact electric cargo bike for families and businesses who need to carry up to 150kg without a long-tail's footprint. Made by Italian e-bike maker SUM and sold in Ireland by Kuma, it has a 23.4kg aluminium frame, a 45Nm Bafang hub motor with torque sensor and PowerBoost, Shimano 8-speed gearing, hydraulic brakes and up to 80km of range. €2,050, fully covered by the €3,000 bike to work scheme cargo limit.
Who the Uco Plus is for
- Families who want cargo capacity in a bike that fits a hallway or shed
- Businesses making local deliveries
- Riders who want a lighter alternative to a long-tail
Carrying
- Front rack included, plus mudguards and kickstand
- Up to 150kg total load: 50kg on the rear rack, 15kg on the front
- Compact 20" wheels with 3.0" tyres for stability and easy storage
Battery & Range
- 36V 13Ah battery (468Wh), up to 80km per charge
- Removable and lockable, so you can charge it indoors
- Full charge in 5–7 hours
Ride
- Bafang 250W 45Nm hub motor with torque sensor and PowerBoost
- Shimano 8-speed gearing (Microshift Acolyte 8-speed optional)
- Tektro hydraulic disc brakes
- Aluminium frame and steel fork, 23.4kg
- Multifunction LCD display built into the stem, with front and rear LED lighting
Specifications
| Motor | Bafang 250W hub motor, 45Nm, torque sensor, PowerBoost |
| Assist levels | 5 + PowerBoost |
| Assisted top speed | 25 km/h (15.5 mph), EU legal limit |
| Battery | 36V 13Ah (468Wh) |
| Max range | Up to 80km (on assist level 1, depends on pace, rider weight and terrain) |
| Charge time | 5–7 hours |
| Display | Integrated in the handlebar stem |
| Readouts | Speed, battery level, assist level, headlight on/off |
| Frame | Aluminium |
| Fork | Steel |
| Brakes | Hydraulic disc |
| Gearing | Shimano 8-speed (optional Microshift Acolyte 8-speed) |
| Wheels | 20" with 3.0" tyres |
| Weight | 23.4kg |
| Max total load | 150kg |
| Rear rack | Up to 50kg |
| Front rack | Up to 15kg |
| Size | One size |
| Optional extras | Additional battery, SUM cargo rear cushion |
Sizing
- One size, fits riders from 160cm to 190cm
