At Eurobike 2025 in Frankfurt, folding bike pioneer Dr. David Hon made a major splash by showcasing a completely revamped lineup of Dahon bikes that includes new carbon models, upgraded folding designs, and a growing portfolio of electric two-wheelers aimed at changing how people get around cities.
A major part of the reveal centered around Dahon’s latest innovation, a patented frame platform called DAHON‑V, which promises significantly improved stiffness and aerodynamics, especially on folding and road bikes.
The DAHON‑V concept is part of the company’s push to blur the line between compact convenience and high-performance riding. According to Dahon, the new frame design can boost stiffness by up to 30%, making the bikes feel more responsive while also improving energy efficiency for riders.
For folding bikes, the improved stiffness can help counteract the flex seen in some folding frames. Removing that flex has long been a key differentiator for Dahon, and the new tech on display goes even further toward making folding bike ride like traditional bikes. Several new models using the DAHON‑V architecture were on display at the booth, which attracted crowds of media and distributors throughout the show.
Among the highlights was the Télodon C8 AXS, a high-end carbon fiber folding bike equipped with SRAM’s wireless electronic shifting and an internal V-fold hinge that maintains frame integrity without sacrificing portability. The bike also features Dahon’s DELTEC cable reinforcement system and an oversized Super Downtube that has become a design hallmark of the brand’s new era.
Next to it stood the Vélodon C8 Di2, a full-size road bike designed with the same V-frame principle. Unlike Dahon’s more utilitarian folders, this bike was clearly aimed at serious cyclists. With a full-carbon build and integrated Shimano Ultegra Di2 electronic shifting, the Vélodon is Dahon’s signal to the traditional road bike world that its folding-focused reputation doesn’t mean it can’t build something fast, light, and competitive.
But perhaps the biggest surprise at Dahon’s Eurobike display was just how aggressively the company is expanding into electric mobility. Dr. Hon’s team rolled out an entire lineup of electric two-wheelers that stretched well beyond just pedal-assist folding bikes. On display were electric mopeds, urban commuter e-bikes, and even electric trikes – each one designed to meet different needs across the urban transportation spectrum. According to the company, five different electric vehicle series were launched at the show, with a mix of Class 1, 2, and 3 offerings as well as throttle-based mopeds. In fact, I had the chance on a recent trip to the Dahon headquarters to test out several of these models before they were unveiled to the public. I’ll have that experience coming up as my next Electrek video, so be on the lookout for it!
One standout was the K‑Feather, a lightweight, compact e-bike with a hidden battery and torque-sensing motor. Weighing just 12 kg (26.5 lb), the bike is designed to offer around 40 km (25 miles) of pedal-assist range, all packed into a sleek, minimalist frame that could easily pass for a non-electric bike. It’s a compelling solution for city dwellers looking for a stealthy but capable last-mile ride.
Dahon’s expansion into electric mopeds and trikes was another sign that the brand sees itself competing more broadly in the micromobility space. These vehicles are designed for riders who need more extended range, more comfort, or cargo capacity than a traditional e-bike can provide. And while they’re somewhat of a departure from Dahon’s simpler folding bike roots, the company is leaning into the idea that small, electric, two- and three-wheeled vehicles are the future of urban mobility, and that folding bikes are just one piece of the puzzle.
For Dahon, a brand that helped popularize folding bicycles back in the 1980s, this latest evolution marks a new chapter. By combining patented mechanical systems with carbon construction and electric drivetrains, the company is clearly aiming to redefine what people expect from compact personal vehicles. Whether you’re after a lightweight folder for train-to-office commutes or a full-blown electric trike to replace your second car and carry the kids or cargo around, Dahon wants to be part of the conversation.
And based on what they showed off at Eurobike 2025, they deserve to be.
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