Van Raam Chat
Road-legal status is not yet verified for this model.
Van Raam Chat (2026) at a glance
The Van Raam Chat is an electric assist rickshaw tricycle that carries two passengers on a covered bench ahead of the rider, with pedal assist to 20 km/h and hydraulic disc brakes. Cargocycles lists it at $24,200 as a special order.
The Van Raam Chat is a cargo e-bike sold in Australia at $24,200 (price checked 16 Oct 2026). It pairs a Van Raam Silent HT (Silent System pedal assist) drive motor, 20-inch front, 26-inch rear wheels, and weighs 97kg.
Is it for you?
Best suited to
Aged care homes, Cycling Without Age style programs and families taking two passengers with limited mobility out for a ride. Passengers sit up front facing forward.
Standout strength
Two passengers share a bench with a fold down hood, and the rider gets reverse assist and start assist for manoeuvring a 97kg rickshaw.
The main compromise
At $24,200 and 97kg, with a 111cm width, it suits organisations more than most households.
Check before you buy
Request a quote, as Cargocycles treats it as a special order, and plan storage for its 232cm length.
Full specification
Drive and power
Frame and ride
Australian compliance
Road-legal status is not yet verified for this model.
Chat vs OPair
| Van Raam Chat | Van Raam OPair | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $24,200 | $22,375 |
| Motor | Van Raam Silent HT (Silent System pedal assist), drive | Van Raam Silent HT (Silent System pedal assist), drive |
| Torque | TBC | TBC |
| Battery | TBC | TBC |
| Claimed range | 20 to 61 km | 38 to 92 km |
| Weight | 97 kg | 68.8 kg |
| Frame | Rickshaw tricycle, front bench seats two passengers ahead of the rider, fold down hood | Wheelchair bike, passenger seat in front of the rider, optional divisible frame so the front becomes a standalone wheelchair |
| Wheels | 20-inch front, 26-inch rear | 20-inch front, 26-inch rear |
| Category | Cargo | Cargo |
| Availability | Made to order | Pre-order |
Choose the Chat if
you want this spec at this price; on paper the two are very close, so ride both if you can.
Choose the OPair if
it costs $1,825 less; it is 28.2 kg lighter to lift onto a rack, train or stairs.
How you would ride it
Van Raam
Van Raam is a Dutch family business that builds adaptive bikes, including tricycles, tandems, duo bikes, wheelchair bikes and scooter bikes, with electric pedal assist. In Australia it is sold through Cargocycles in Melbourne, which publishes prices for each model.
Common questions
How much does the Van Raam Chat cost in Australia?
The Van Raam Chat is listed at $24,200 (Base price at Cargocycles, options extra). eBikeFinder checks pricing against manufacturer and distributor information, and prices can change with sales and stock. This price was last checked on 16 Oct 2026.
Is the Van Raam Chat 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 Van Raam Chat meets those limits with the seller before riding on the road.
What is the range of the Van Raam Chat?
The Van Raam Chat has a claimed range of 20 to 61 km. Real-world range is usually lower than the claim, since it depends on assist level, rider weight, terrain and wind.
What motor does the Van Raam Chat have?
The Van Raam Chat uses a Van Raam Silent HT (Silent System pedal assist) motor.
How much does the Van Raam Chat weigh?
The Van Raam Chat weighs about 97 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 Van Raam Chat in Australia?
The Van Raam range is distributed in Australia by Cargocycles (Van Raam premium dealer, Brunswick VIC). It comes with a Five year frame warranty, as listed by Cargocycles on its Van Raam product pages. warranty. Buying from a brand with real Australian support matters most when something needs a warranty claim or a service.