Polygon Gili Velo
Road-legal status is not yet verified for this model.
Polygon Gili Velo (2023) at a glance
The Polygon Gili Velo is a compact electric mini velo: a 250W Bafang rear hub, a 36V 7Ah (about 252Wh) battery, 20-inch wheels, Shimano 8-speed and Tektro hydraulic brakes. Polygon Australia lists it at $1,899.
The Polygon Gili Velo is a commuter e-bike listed on eBikeFinder for reference. Australian availability is unconfirmed: we have not verified an Australian retail offer as of 9 Oct 2026. It pairs a Bafang rear hub, 36V 250W hub drive motor, a 252Wh battery, 20 x 2.0 Vee Speedster wheels.
Is it for you?
Best suited to
City riders short on storage who want a compact, upright small-wheel e-bike for short trips.
Standout strength
Small 20-inch wheels and a compact frame that is easy to store and manoeuvre, with hydraulic brakes.
The main compromise
A small 252Wh battery, and you need to go through a dealer to buy one.
Full specification
Drive and power
Frame and ride
Australian compliance
Road-legal status is not yet verified for this model.
Gili Velo vs Kalosi Lanes Evo
| Polygon Gili Velo | Polygon Kalosi Lanes Evo | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,899 | $2,999 |
| Motor | Bafang rear hub, 36V 250W, hub drive | Shimano E5000, mid drive |
| Torque | TBC | TBC |
| Battery | 252 Wh | 504 Wh |
| Claimed range | TBC | TBC |
| Weight | TBC | TBC |
| Frame | ALX alloy mini velo e-commuting frame | ALX alloy trekking frame, high-step or mid-step |
| Wheels | 20 x 2.0 Vee Speedster | 27.5 x 2.4 Schwalbe Super Moto-X |
| Category | Commuter | Commuter |
| Availability | Availability unconfirmed | Out of stock |
Choose the Gili Velo if
it costs $1,100 less; its hub motor means less drivetrain wear and simpler servicing.
Choose the Kalosi Lanes Evo if
it has a verified Australian retail offer; its battery is 252 Wh bigger, so you charge less often on long rides; its low step frame is easier to get on and off; its mid-drive motor works through the gears, which feels more natural on climbs.
How you would ride it
Polygon
Polygon sells its Australian e-bike range direct at polygonbikes.com/au and through dealers: Siskiu and Collosus eMTBs with Shimano and Bosch motors, the carbon Tambora AE e-gravel bike, and Kalosi and Gili city e-bikes.
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Common questions
How much does the Polygon Gili Velo cost in Australia?
The Polygon Gili Velo is listed at $1,899 (Polygon Australia product page price (polygonbikes.com/au).). 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 Polygon Gili Velo road legal in Australia?
Its compliance is listed as unverified on eBikeFinder. A road-legal Australian e-bike is limited to 250W of pedal-assist power that cuts out at 25 km/h, with any throttle capped at 6 km/h. Confirm the Polygon Gili Velo meets those limits with the seller before riding on the road.
What motor does the Polygon Gili Velo have?
The Polygon Gili Velo uses a Bafang rear hub, 36V 250W motor, in a rear hub position.
Who sells and backs the Polygon Gili Velo in Australia?
The Polygon range is distributed in Australia by Polygon Bikes Australia (direct online) and Polygon dealers. It comes with a 2 years frame, lifetime fork on select models warranty. Buying from a brand with real Australian support matters most when something needs a warranty claim or a service.