Vamos Amigo Plus
This exceeds the 250W and 25 km/h pedelec rules and is not road-legal in Australia. Closed-course and private land only.
Vamos Amigo Plus (2026) at a glance
Vamos's bigger passenger cargo bike. A torque sensing rear hub, 52V 20Ah Samsung battery claimed at 80km plus, Shimano 8-speed, Tektro hydraulic discs, 90mm fork and 20 x 3.0 tyres, with a quoted 210kg payload, at 40kg.
The Vamos Amigo Plus is a cargo e-bike sold in Australia at $4,995 (price checked 9 Oct 2026). It pairs a Vamos rear hub with torque sensor hub drive motor, a 1,040Wh battery rated for up to 80km, 20 x 3.0 wheels, and weighs 40kg. It is an off-road model and is not road legal in Australia as sold.
Is it for you?
Best suited to
Private property and off-road hauling where a 210kg payload and passenger seating matter, and buyers who understand the road rules on the locked setting.
Standout strength
A 52V 20Ah battery claimed at 80km plus, a torque sensor and a quoted 210kg rider and cargo payload with passenger pegs and seat included.
The main compromise
Heavy at 40kg, and the motor and speed can be unlocked beyond the pedelec rules, so we do not class it as road legal.
Consider something else if
You want a clearly road-legal family cargo bike with a 250W rated motor and no unlock options.
Check before you buy
Order the EN-Compliant version if you ride on public roads, and check your state's rules for carrying passengers.
Full specification
Drive and power
Frame and ride
Australian compliance
This exceeds the 250W and 25 km/h pedelec rules and is not road-legal in Australia. Closed-course and private land only.
Amigo Plus vs Trio
| Vamos Amigo Plus | Vamos Trio | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $4,995 | $5,495 |
| Motor | Vamos rear hub with torque sensor, hub drive | Vamos mid-mounted brushless motor with torque sensor, mid drive |
| Torque | TBC | TBC |
| Battery | 1,040 Wh | 720 Wh |
| Claimed range | 80 km | 60 km |
| Weight | 40 kg | 30 kg |
| Frame | Alloy passenger cargo frame | Alloy low step-through three wheel trike, rear carrier |
| Wheels | 20 x 3.0 | 20 x 2.125 (three wheels) |
| Category | Cargo | Cargo |
| Availability | In stock | In stock |
Choose the Amigo Plus if
it costs $500 less; its battery is 320 Wh bigger, so you charge less often on long rides; its hub motor means less drivetrain wear and simpler servicing.
Choose the Trio if
it is 10 kg lighter to lift onto a rack, train or stairs; 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
Vamos
A Sydney based brand selling fat-tyre, folding and cargo e-bikes with big batteries and throttles. Vamos rates its bikes at 500W continuous and states the throttle is for private property only, so they are not road-legal pedelecs as sold.
Common questions
How much does the Vamos Amigo Plus cost in Australia?
The Vamos Amigo Plus is listed at $4,995 (ride-away with pegs and rear seat; $5,240 with child rack). 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 Vamos Amigo Plus road legal in Australia?
Not as a bicycle. The Vamos Amigo Plus sits outside the 250W pedal-assist standard (through higher power or a throttle that drives it beyond walking pace), so in Australia it is treated as a motor vehicle. That means it is for private property or off-road use, not public roads or shared paths, unless registered.
What is the range of the Vamos Amigo Plus?
The Vamos Amigo Plus has a claimed range of about 80 km from its 1040Wh 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 Vamos Amigo Plus have?
The Vamos Amigo Plus uses a Vamos rear hub with torque sensor motor, in a rear hub position.
How much does the Vamos Amigo Plus weigh?
The Vamos Amigo Plus weighs about 40 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 Vamos Amigo Plus in Australia?
The Vamos range is distributed in Australia by Vamos Bikes (Marrickville, Sydney). Buying from a brand with real Australian support matters most when something needs a warranty claim or a service.