Stock Status
Black: Available May
Blue: Available May
Red: Available May
The UK’s Preferred Folding Electric Bike
The very latest version of our flagship folding electric bike, the Tailwind 806 has received a number of additions enabling you to tailor the bike to your own personal requirements. The Tailwind 806 is the perfect option for campers, caravaners, boating enthusiasts, commuters or for those with restricted storage space. With it’s very low step over height the Tailwind 806 is ideal for a shorter, however the huge adjustment range on the seat post and handlebar stem means the bike can easily be adjusted for the comfort of taller riders. Suitable for riders between 4’6″ and 6’6″!
The Tailwind 806 is a sturdy long range e-bike. With our superb locking mechanism locked you will not notice you are on a folding bike, there is absolutely no frame twist feel when riding. Tailor your Tailwind 806 by choosing your preferred battery range, power delivery system and colour.
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Why Choose A Folding eBike?
Perfect to carry you through the city or countryside with minimal effort. When you’re not using your bicycle, just unlock the hinge and store until you need to ride your bicycle again. Lightweight and durable, the Tailwind 806 can be carried on and off public transport. Touring in a camper or caravan? Just fold your bike away until you need it again!
NB: If you require a low-step electric bicycle, but are not looking for a foldable frame, please take a look at our range of step-through ebikes.
Introducing The Tailwind 806
Built on the DNA of our award-winning Traditional 806, the Tailwind 806 is now more versatile and capable than ever before. The Tailwind 806 is a superbly adaptable folding electric light cargo bike.
With a redesigned rear rack and optional front rack, the cargo capacity of the new 806 has grown exponentially. The rear rack has been specifically designed to hold panniers, baskets, and child seats. The bike now features bottle cage mounts that can hold either a traditional bottle cage or the wide variety of accessories such as locks that use these mounts.
Available in either cadence option (Tailwind 806) or Torque + Cadence option (Tailwind 806 Encore), two battery sizes, three colours, and the off-road Venture pack. The Tailwind 806 micro cargo platform can be customised for any rider’s needs.
All In The Detail
Full Colour Display: Simple to use, high-tech, and unobtrusive.
Space for Optional Phone Mount: Navigation, communication, and entertainment on the go. Easily charge your accessory from USB-C charging on the display.
Lightweight, Service-Free Blade Forks: Reduces bike weight and, in conjunction with high-volume tyres, negates the need for heavy suspension.
Brakes: Powerful 180mm front / 160mm rear hydraulic discs and motor cut-outs, ensuring safe and effective stopping power.
Low Step, Huge Clearance: Easy to mount and dismount.
The Latest Locking Mech: Safe, unobtrusive, easy to use, and locks the frame rigidly.
Rapid Fire Gear Shifting: 806: Shimano Altus Rapidfire 8 (12-32T). Smooth, easy, and reliable gear changes.
Rear Carrier: Longer, Higher, Stronger. Enables the fitting of child seats, baskets, and panniers without obstructing pedal rotation.
Battery Position: Behind the rider, leaving the cockpit free of obstruction.
UK Legal Full Throttle
Wisper will once again be offering MVSA-certified UK Legal Full throttle versions of this bike. The new bike has an upgraded thumb throttle for greater safety when this feature is enabled.
Full Throttle Option: Fully Certified, UK Legal Full Throttle Version Tailwind 806 Folding electric Bike Now Available. The additional price is £300 for a new bike or £350 for a bike that has been used. (Allow up to 8 weeks for certification and delivery). Please ask us for details [email protected].
Tailwind Folding eBike Technical Specification
Component | Specification |
---|---|
Frame | Alloy, smooth welding with ABUS lock mounting points |
Motor | AKM 55Nm hi torque 36V 250W rear cassette type |
Battery | 36V 360Wh or 720Wh EVE cells, smart BMS, three keys |
Display | Colour LCD display by Velofox |
Throttle | Thumb Throttle, full throttle conversion available |
Gears | Shimano Tourney 8 speed hyperglide cassette 12:32 |
Shifter | Shimano Altus Rapidfire |
Brake | Karasawa Hydraulic, dual piston, three finger lever with cut out |
Brake Rotors | Vented 180 mm front, 160mm rear |
Handle Bar & Stem | Alloy handlebar with 30mm rise. Adjustable folding stem. |
Saddle | Regular comfort saddle |
Grip | Soft grip with handle plug |
Bottom Bracket | Sealed cartridge bearings square taper |
Rim | Alloy double wall 30mm |
Tyre | Kenda 20 x 2.25 black with reflective strip |
Front Hub | Steel hub with quick release |
Mudguard | Black matt, shatter proof |
Front Carrier | (Optional extra) Black alloy 5Kg load limit with bungee straps |
Kick Stand | Rear, alloy, single sided |
Front Light | Aluminium, LED waterproof integrated, 6V 40Lux. ISO 6742-1 |
Rear Light | LED waterproof, integrated 6V ISO 6742-1 |
Controller | 15A 5 x levels Cadence only |
Charger | 220V 42V 3A |
Super Charger | (Optional extra) 220V 42V 5A fan cooled |
Car Charger | (Optional extra) 12V 42V 2A |
Weight (without battery) | 19kg |
Venture Pack Upgrade
Available as an upgrade to both the Tailwind 806 and Tailwind 806 Encore. The Venture pack is designed for riders who like to take the path less ridden and get off the road. Tyres will be changed to Schwalbe Marathon 365 4 seasons and fitted with Tannus puncture protection. A front rack is also included in the pack.
Schwalbe Marathon 365 Tyres
- Full grip in all seasons (even in cold, wet and snowy conditions) thanks to siped tread pattern
- Very good puncture protection thanks to GreenGuard
Tannus Armour Tyre Insert
- Eliminates 90% of all punctures
- Easy installation
- Run flat capable
- Protects your rims
Alloy Front Rack
- Black alloy with triple frame mount
- 7kg Load Capacity
- Available to purchase separately – £49.99
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