Cargo Bike
Coaster Cycles Freighter
Commercial trike strength without the commercial price tag
$8,500
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The Carryish Take
Bottom line: A serious commercial hauler that's priced and built for businesses, not families looking to ditch their car.
Best for
- Small businesses needing stable delivery vehicles
- Riders with balance issues who still need serious cargo capacity
- Commercial operations replacing small delivery trucks
- Multi-generational families who need maximum stability for elderly riders
Not for
- Budget-conscious families — RadWagon 4 does family hauling for $1,699
- Urban riders dealing with narrow bike lanes and tight parking
- Casual cargo users — Tern Quick Haul gives you cargo flexibility for $2,400
- Apartment dwellers who need to store bikes indoors
Pros & Cons
What we like
- +Bosch mid-drive motor delivers reliable torque for heavy loads
- +Three-wheeled design eliminates balance concerns when loading/unloading
- +Built for commercial use means serious durability and longevity
- +Class 1 rating keeps you legal on most bike paths and trails
Watch out for
- –$8,500 base price doesn't include battery — expect $10K+ total cost
- –Trike design means wider profile won't fit all bike lanes
- –No weight or capacity specs available makes buying decision harder
- –Overkill for most family cargo needs
Full Specifications
Motor & Power
- Motor
- Bosch (Mid-drive)
- Power
- 250W nominal
- Class
- Class 1 (20 mph, no throttle)
Cargo & Family
- Layout
- Trike
Extras
- Display
- Commercial Grade
Frequently Asked Questions
Why doesn't the $8,500 price include a battery?
Coaster likely expects commercial buyers to spec their own battery based on range needs. Expect to add $800-1,500 for a quality Bosch battery pack.
How much weight can the Freighter actually carry?
Coaster hasn't published specs, which is frustrating at this price point. Most commercial trikes handle 300-400 lbs of cargo plus rider weight.
Will this fit in standard bike lanes?
Probably not. Most cargo trikes are 30+ inches wide, while bike lanes are often 4-5 feet total width including buffer zones.
Is this overkill for family use?
For most families, absolutely. Unless you have specific stability needs or haul commercial-level cargo daily, a longtail like the GSD makes more sense.
If you need a cargo trike, the Freighter competes with Nihola and Christiania models that cost similar money. Pick this if you want Bosch reliability over European cache.
