AMPD Bros Riptide 3
Pedal-assist, rated to 250W, assist cuts at 25 km/h. Declared by the brand; declaration not independently sighted.
AMPD Bros Riptide 3 (2026) at a glance
The AMPD Bros Riptide 3 is a 26-inch beach cruiser with a 60Nm Bafang rear hub, a 48V 15Ah Samsung-cell battery, Shimano Altus 7-speed, 160mm hydraulic brakes and 26 x 3.0 street tyres, at about 35kg. The RIPTIDE-S 3 is the step-through version.
The AMPD Bros Riptide 3 is a cruiser e-bike sold in Australia at $2,190 (price checked 9 Oct 2026). It pairs a Bafang rear hub hub drive motor with 60Nm of torque, a 720Wh battery rated for up to 60km, 26 x 3.0 slick street wheels, and weighs 35kg. It is listed as a 250W pedal-assist e-bike limited to 25 km/h for Australian roads.
Also sold or searched as: RIPTIDE 3, RIPTIDE-S 3, AMPD Bros Riptide.
Is it for you?
Best suited to
Beach and town riders who want a classic cruiser look on 26-inch semi-fat tyres at a lower price than the Chubbie.
Standout strength
A relaxed 26-inch cruiser with a Samsung-cell 720Wh battery and hydraulic brakes, in step-over or step-through frames.
The main compromise
The 60Nm hub is the mildest motor in the AMPD range, and there is no suspension.
Consider something else if
You ride sand or rough tracks, where the 4-inch tyres of the Chubbie 3 float better.
Check before you buy
Pick step-over or step-through, and order the road-compliant configuration for public roads.
Full specification
Drive and power
Frame and ride
Australian compliance
Pedal-assist, rated to 250W, assist cuts at 25 km/h. Declared by the brand; declaration not independently sighted.
Riptide 3 vs Chubbie 3
| AMPD Bros Riptide 3 | AMPD Bros Chubbie 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2,190 | $3,490 |
| Motor | Bafang rear hub, hub drive | Bafang rear hub, hub drive |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Battery | 720 Wh | 960 Wh |
| Claimed range | 60 km | 80 km |
| Weight | 35 kg | 44.5 kg |
| Frame | Aluminium beach cruiser, step-over (RIPTIDE 3) or step-through (RIPTIDE-S 3), rear rack | Aluminium cruiser, frame-integrated battery, step-over (Chubbie-S step-through also available) |
| Wheels | 26 x 3.0 slick street | 26 x 4.0 Kenda Krusade |
| Category | Cruiser | Fat Tyre |
| Availability | In stock | In stock |
Choose the Riptide 3 if
it costs $1,300 less; it is 9.5 kg lighter to lift onto a rack, train or stairs.
Choose the Chubbie 3 if
its battery is 240 Wh bigger, so you charge less often on long rides; it has 20 Nm more torque for steep hills and heavy loads.
How you would ride it
AMPD Bros
Designed in Queensland, AMPD is the Australian-grown brand that built its name on fat-tyre adventure bikes and now claims best-selling status in its category every year since 2019.
Common questions
How much does the AMPD Bros Riptide 3 cost in Australia?
The AMPD Bros Riptide 3 is listed at $2,190 (sale price at ampdbros.com.au for the step-over RIPTIDE 3). eBikeFinder checks pricing against manufacturer and distributor information, and prices can change with sales and stock. This price was last checked on 9 Oct 2026.
Is the AMPD Bros Riptide 3 road legal in Australia?
Yes. The AMPD Bros Riptide 3 is a 250W pedal-assist e-bike that stops assisting at 25 km/h, which meets the road-legal e-bike standard in every Australian state. It ships with a throttle; on a road-legal e-bike the throttle must not propel the bike above 6 km/h, so check how the throttle is set for your state. Compliance is asserted by the brand rather than independently verified, so confirm the current spec with the seller.
What is the range of the AMPD Bros Riptide 3?
The AMPD Bros Riptide 3 has a claimed range of about 60 km from its 720Wh battery. Real-world range is usually lower than the claim, since it depends on assist level, rider weight, terrain and wind.
What motor does the AMPD Bros Riptide 3 have?
The AMPD Bros Riptide 3 uses a Bafang rear hub motor, in a rear hub position, producing 60Nm of torque.
How much does the AMPD Bros Riptide 3 weigh?
The AMPD Bros Riptide 3 weighs about 35 kg. That matters if you need to lift it onto a car rack, carry it up stairs, or store it, since e-bikes are heavier than regular bikes because of the motor and battery.
Who sells and backs the AMPD Bros Riptide 3 in Australia?
The AMPD Bros range is distributed in Australia by AMPD Bros (Gold Coast, QLD). It comes with a 2 years frame, 2 years motor and battery warranty. Buying from a brand with real Australian support matters most when something needs a warranty claim or a service.