Updated on 29/10/2026. Specifications and prices taken from the official Ritmic (ritmic.co) and Gaya (gaya.bike) websites in October 2026.

Ritmic (formerly Elwing) and Gaya are two French brands of electric cargo bikes designed for city riding. Both offer compact cargo bikes and longtails. Ritmic also offers two two-seater bikes, the Yuvy 3 and the Duo, whose large standard two-person seat lets you carry a passenger right away, whether an adult or an older child. This comparison puts the specifications of the two ranges side by side, explains how each difference affects everyday use, and calculates the real cost of each bike once equipped.

In short: Ritmic or Gaya?

For riding with two adults, or even three with a child, the Ritmic Yuvy 3 and Duo are the only models in this comparison equipped with a standard two-person seat. They can carry the rider, an adult passenger on the seat or an older child, and even an additional child in a baby seat at the rear, for a total of three people on one bike.

For greater battery capacity and motor torque, the Ritmic Solo, Duo, and Jumbo stand out with 80 Nm of torque and a battery capacity of up to 921 Wh. The Yuvy 3 goes even further, with a maximum capacity of 1,008 Wh, compared with 700 Wh for Gaya.

For comfort and safety, the Gaya L’The Incredible stands out with its rear suspension and built-in location tracking system, an added deterrent against theft.

For tighter budgets, the Gaya L’The Original Short remains the most affordable model in this comparison, with a starting price of €2,300. However, once equipped to carry an adult passenger, its price reaches €2,420, slightly more than the Ritmic Yuvy 3, available from €2,399.

Which cargo bikes do Ritmic and Gaya offer?

Brand	Model	Format	People on board (including rider)	Length	Starting price
Ritmic	Yuvy 3	Compact two-seater	up to 3 (rider + one adult on the two-person seat + one child in a seat)	182 cm	2 399 €
Ritmic	Solo	Compact cargo bike	up to 2 (rider + one passenger with kit)	185 cm	2 699 €
Ritmic	Duo	Compact two-seater	up to 3 (rider + one adult on the two-person seat + one child in a seat)	185 cm	2 799 €
Ritmic	Jumbo	Compact longtail	up to 3 (rider + one adult or two children in the rear)	191 cm	2 899 €
Gaya	L'The Original Short	Compact cargo bike	up to 2 (rider + one passenger with kit)	175 cm	2 300 €
Gaya	L'The Incredible Short	Compact cargo bike	up to 3 (rider + two children or one adult with the Tribe Kit)	175 cm	2 900 €
Gaya	L'The Original Long	Longtail	up to 3 (rider + one adult or two children in the rear)	196 cm	2 800 €
Gaya	L'The Incredible Long	Longtail	up to 3 (rider + one adult or two children in the rear)	199 cm	3 400 €

Ritmic or Gaya: what are the main differences?

Criteria	Ritmic	Gaya
Formats	compact cargo bike, two-seater, longtail	compact cargo bike, longtail
Transporting an adult	standard two-person seat for two adults (Yuvy 3, Duo), or optional passenger kit on the rear rack (Solo, Jumbo)	optional passenger kit for the rack: an adaptation, with an adult passenger seated lower than the rider
Battery capacity	614 Wh to 1,008 Wh	460 Wh to 700 Wh
Motor torque	65 Nm (Yuvy 3) or 80 Nm (Solo, Duo, Jumbo)	50 Nm on all models
Assist sensor	cadence	cadence (L'Original Le Court) or torque (on the other three models)
Suspension	front fork, and suspension seatpost on Solo and Jumbo	front fork, and rear suspension on L'Incroyable
Payload	180 kg	170 kg
Anti-theft location tracking	Not integrated: optional compatible GPS tracker (for example, Trackap Peppilite, Airtag or SmartTag).	included with L'Incroyable, optional with L'Original
Warranty	2 years, including the frame	5 years on the frame, 2 years on other components
Rider height	from 1.60 m to 1.95 m depending on the model	from 1.55 m to 1.95 m depending on the model

Ritmic or Gaya: which should you choose for your needs?

Your situation	Models to consider	Why
You regularly carry another adult	Ritmic Yuvy 3 or Duo	Two-person saddle and passenger equipment included; with Gaya, an adult kit is added to the price of the bike.
You want to ride with an adult and a child	Ritmic Yuvy 3 or Duo	L’The adult sits on the two-person saddle, and the child in a rear seat. The only models in the comparison that can carry an adult passenger and a child at the same time.
You mostly ride alone, with an occasional passenger	Ritmic Solo or Gaya L'Original Le Court	The Solo offers 80 Nm and 691 Wh; L'Original Le Court costs less, with 50 Nm and 460 Wh.
You carry two children	Ritmic Jumbo, Gaya Le Long or Gaya L'Incroyable Le Court with Kit Tribu; Ritmic Yuvy 3 or Duo if one of the children is over 1.10 m tall	The longtails and the Kit Tribu can carry two children at the rear; on Ritmic's two-seaters, one child sits on the saddle and the other in a seat.
You take long trips or rarely recharge	Ritmic Yuvy 3, Solo, Duo or Jumbo	Up to 1,008 Wh with Ritmic, compared with 700 Wh with Gaya.
Your budget is the main consideration	Ritmic Yuvy 3 or Gaya L'Original Le Court	The two least expensive bikes; equipped for an adult passenger, they cost the same.
You have little space to park or store the bike	Gaya Le Court or Ritmic Yuvy 3	175 cm and 182 cm long, and 70 cm wide.
You ride on cobblestones or damaged roads	Gaya L'Incroyable	The only range in the comparison with rear suspension.
You want anti-theft location tracking	Gaya L'Incroyable (included) or L'Original (optional)	Not integrated: optional compatible GPS tracker (for example, Trackap Peppilite, Airtag or SmartTag).
You are under 1.60 m tall	Gaya	Gaya is suitable from 1.55 m; with Ritmic, the Duo starts at 1.60 m.
You are over 1.90 m tall	Ritmic or Gaya L’Incroyable	The entire Ritmic range accommodates riders up to 1.95 m tall; at Gaya, L’Incroyable accommodates riders up to 1.95 m tall and L’Original up to 1.90 m.

How many passengers can you carry on a Ritmic or Gaya bike?

With a Ritmic Solo or a Gaya Le Court, the passenger sits at the rear, on the rear rack fitted with a suitable kit. The Gaya L’Incroyable Le Court can carry two children or an adult with the Kit Tribu. It is available for €350 in the Mini version (one child over 5 years old and a baby) or for €400 in the Maxi version (two children over 5 years old or one adult).

With a longtail (Ritmic Jumbo or Gaya Le Long), you can carry an adult or two children at the rear. The extended rear rack provides more room to comfortably seat two children and their gear. In return, this format is generally bulkier, an important factor to consider when parking your bike in the city or storing it at home. In this respect, the Ritmic Jumbo stands out for being more compact than the Gaya Le Long.

With a Ritmic Yuvy 3 or Duo, you can carry an adult and a child. L’adult sits on the large two-person saddle, at the same height as the rider. A child under 1.10 m tall and weighing less than 22 kg can also be seated in a child seat at the rear. The passenger footrests, adjustable to two heights, and skirt guards come as standard. No additional passenger kit is therefore needed, apart from the child seat. In this comparison, this is the only setup that lets you carry an adult and a child on a compact bike.

Here are the different kits available for the two brands:

Model	Adult kit	Junior kit	Child kit
Ritmic Yuvy 3	standard (two-person saddle, footrests, skirt guards)	standard (two-person saddle, for a junior over 1.10 m tall)	child seat to install at the rear, as an accessory
Ritmic Duo	standard (two-person saddle, footrests, skirt guards)	standard (two-person saddle, for a junior over 1.10 m tall)	child seat to install at the rear, as an accessory
Ritmic Solo	€85 (adult or junior kit)	same kit (€85)	child seat to install on the MIK HD platform
Ritmic Jumbo	209 €	349 €	229 €
Gaya L'Original Le Court	120 €	240 €	150 €
Gaya L'Incroyable Le Court	180 €	300 €	150 €
Gaya L'Original Le Long	250 €	not offered	400 €
Gaya L'Incroyable Le Long	250 €	not offered	400 €

 

Kit contents vary from one brand to another (number of cushions, grab bars, wheel guards), making price comparisons approximate.

Ritmic also offers conversion kits to turn a Solo or Jumbo into a two-seater Duo. The Solo-to-Duo conversion kit and the Jumbo-to-Duo conversion kit replace the rear seat with the Duo’s low or high two-person saddle, along with its passenger footrests. The passenger, whether a child or an adult, then sits on a proper saddle at the same height as the rider.

These kits are designed to adapt as your family grows. The Jumbo is often chosen for installing two baby seats. From age 8 or 35 kg, children no longer need the safety rails: converting the Jumbo into a Duo then provides a proper, comfortable seat for a passenger. It is still possible to keep a baby seat at the rear by adding the rear platform. Similarly, a Solo bought for riding alone can become a two-seater when you want to regularly take another adult along, without buying another bike.

Which bike is most comfortable for a passenger?

Passenger comfort depends mainly on two things: their position on the bike and vibration damping.

On models equipped with a cargo rack (Gaya, Ritmic Solo, and Jumbo), the passenger sits lower, on a cushion installed behind the rider's saddle. This is the classic longtail bike setup, particularly suited to carrying children. On the Ritmic Solo and Jumbo, the rider's saddle comes with a rear handle that the passenger can hold on to. All Ritmic bikes also have wide 4-inch tires that absorb road vibrations. On Gaya bikes, the passenger handle is available as an accessory on all four models.

The Gaya L’The Incredible stands out with its 50 mm rear suspension, which helps cushion bumps for both the passenger and the rider.

On the Ritmic Yuvy 3 and Duo, the adult passenger sits on the two-person saddle, at the same height as the rider, with their feet resting on adjustable footrests. This position lets both people fully share the ride: they can talk more easily, and the passenger can enjoy the scenery more, without having the rider's back directly in front of them. A more sociable experience than sitting on a traditional rear rack. The 4-inch-wide tires also help absorb some of the vibrations, even though these models do not have rear suspension.

How much does a Ritmic or Gaya cost, including passenger accessories?

To compare prices, you also need to take into account the equipment required to carry a passenger, which is not always included in the base price. Here is the budget to expect for each bike, with suitable passenger accessories and the standard battery (prices recorded on October 22, 2026).

Situation	Option	Total cost
An adult passenger	Ritmic Yuvy 3 (standard equipment)	2 399 €
An adult passenger	Gaya L'The Original The Short + adult kit	2 420 €
An adult passenger	Ritmic Solo + adult kit	2 784 €
An adult passenger	Ritmic Duo (standard equipment)	2 799 €
An adult passenger	Gaya L'The Incredible The Short + adult kit	3 080 €
Two children	Ritmic Jumbo + child kit	3 128 €
Two children	Gaya L'The Original The Long + child kit	3 200 €
Two children	Gaya L'The Incredible The Short + Maxi Tribe Kit	3 300 €
Two children	Gaya L'Incredible Le Long + child kit	3 800 €

Range, power, safety: how do Ritmic and Gaya compare?

What range and charging time can you expect?

Ritmic batteries have capacities ranging from 614 to 1,008 Wh, compared with 460 to 700 Wh for Gaya. However, the ranges claimed by the two brands (up to 115 km for Ritmic and 90 km for Gaya) are not measured under the same conditions. Battery capacity, expressed in Wh, is therefore a more reliable indicator for comparing them.

Charging time also varies depending on battery capacity: allow 6 h 30 to 10 h 30 for Ritmic, compared with 5 to 7 h for Gaya with the included charger. This difference is hardly noticeable if you charge your bike overnight. Gaya also offers an optional fast charger that reduces charging time to 2 h 30 or 3 h 30.

To estimate your daily range, start with the distance you travel each day. According to figures published by both brands, a cargo bike uses around 8 to 11 Wh per kilometer in favorable conditions. However, consumption can increase with a passenger, on hilly routes, or in cold weather.

For a 20 km daily trip, that works out to around 160 to 220 Wh:

• With a 460 Wh battery, you can ride for around 2 to 3 days without recharging.
• With a 921 Wh battery, this extends to around 4 to 5 days.

A high-capacity battery therefore mainly lets you recharge less often and gives you more of a buffer when the bike is loaded.

Which bike is most powerful on hills and when loaded?

All these bikes have electric assistance limited to 25 km/h, in accordance with European regulations. They are also equipped with a throttle that lets you move at up to 6 km/h without pedaling, which is especially useful when starting off with a loaded bike.

As for the drivetrain, the Ritmic Solo, Duo and Jumbo, as well as all Gaya bikes, have 7 speeds, letting you adjust your effort to the terrain. The Yuvy 3, on the other hand, is single-speed, so there’s no derailleur to adjust or maintain. Its throttle and motor make it easier to get started, but this setup is better suited to relatively flat urban trips than hilly routes.

The type of sensor also affects the riding experience.

• Cadence sensor (Ritmic and Gaya L’Original Le Court bikes): assistance kicks in as soon as you pedal, providing a strong, steady boost. This is especially helpful for reducing the effort required. In addition, the start-assist throttle lets you get the bike moving up to 6 km/h without pedaling, making it easier to start on a hill or when the bike is loaded, particularly with passengers.
• Torque sensor (Gaya L’Original Le Long, L’Incroyable Le Court, and L’Incroyable Le Long): the assistance adjusts to the force applied to the pedals, providing a feel closer to that of a conventional bike.

Neither system is inherently better: ideally, try them out to find the one that best suits the way you ride.

What safety and anti-theft features are available?

To protect against theft, both brands offer removable, lockable batteries. Gaya goes further with an NFC badge, a frame lock and, on L’Incroyable, a GPS tracking system with an alarm, also available as an option on L’Original. This lets you keep an eye on your bike and locate it if it’s stolen, though it doesn’t prevent the theft itself. Ritmic protection comes from accessory bike locks and bike insurance.

For visibility, all models have a brake light. Turn signals are also included across the entire Gaya range and on the Ritmic Solo, Duo, and Jumbo, but not on the Yuvy 3.

For braking, all these bikes are equipped with 180 mm hydraulic disc brakes. Ritmic bikes use four-piston Tektro brakes throughout the range, sized for carrying passengers and heavy loads.

Which bike is the most compact for parking or taking in the elevator?

Gaya Le Court is the shortest bike in this comparison, at 175 cm long. The Ritmic Yuvy 3, Solo, and Duo measure between 182 and 185 cm. Among the longtails, the Ritmic Jumbo is the shortest at 191 cm, compared with 196 cm for Gaya L’Original Le Long and 199 cm for L’Incroyable Le Long. All Ritmic and Gaya Le Court bikes are 70 cm wide. A difference of a few centimeters can matter when storage space is limited.

In terms of weight, Ritmic bikes are generally a little lighter. With the standard battery, they weigh between 34 and 36 kg, depending on the model. Gaya bikes weigh between 34.1 and 41 kg. L’écart vient surtout de la gamme L’Incroyable, la plus équipée, qui est aussi la plus lourde : 37 kg pour Le Court et 41 kg pour Le Long. Une différence de quelques kilos qui peut se ressentir pour manœuvrer le vélo à l’arrêt ou le ranger.

Ritmic Solo or Gaya Le Court: which compact cargo bike is best for riding mostly alone?

	Ritmic Solo	Gaya L'Original Le Court	Gaya L'Incroyable Le Court
Price (from)	2 699 €	2 300 €	2 900 €
Passengers (in addition to the rider)	1 adult or 1 child	1 adult or 1 child	1 adult or 1 child; 2 children with the Tribu Kit
Standard / optional battery	691 Wh / 921 Wh	460 Wh / 700 Wh	460 Wh / 700 Wh
Motor torque	80 Nm	50 Nm	50 Nm
Assist sensor	cadence	cadence	torque
Gears	7	7	7
Start-assist trigger (6 km/h)	yes	yes	yes
Suspension	adjustable hydraulic front fork + suspension seatpost	hydraulic front fork (70 mm)	hydraulic front fork (70 mm) + rear suspension (50 mm)
Front light	80 lux	125 lux	125 lux
Brake light	yes	yes	yes
Turn signals	front and rear	front and rear	front and rear
Audible warning	electric horn + mechanical bell	electric horn + mechanical bell	electric horn + mechanical bell
Passenger grab handle	standard, integrated into the rear of the rider's saddle	accessory	accessory
Weight (standard battery)	34 kg	34.1 kg	37 kg
Geolocation	no	optional	included

 

The Gaya L’Original Le Court is the most affordable of the three models. The Gaya L’Incroyable Le Court stands out for its extra features, including rear suspension to better absorb bumps in the road, a torque sensor for more natural electric assistance, and a geolocation system to locate the bike in case of theft.

The Ritmic Solo stands out for having the highest motor torque and battery capacity of the three models. Its 80 Nm motor makes starting and climbing hills easier when the bike is loaded, while its high-capacity battery reduces charging frequency. With its 7 speeds, it is particularly well suited to everyday utility use.

Ritmic Yuvy 3, Ritmic Duo, or Gaya Le Court: which bike for riding with two adults?

	Ritmic Yuvy 3	Ritmic Duo	Gaya L'Original Le Court	Gaya L'Incroyable Le Court
Price (from)	2 399 €	2 799 €	2 300 €	2 900 €
Passengers (in addition to the rider)	1 adult (or a junior over 1.10 m) + 1 child in a seat	1 adult (or a junior over 1.10 m) + 1 child in a seat	1 adult or 1 child	1 adult or 1 child; 2 children with the Tribu Kit
Adult passenger equipment	standard (two-person seat)	standard (two-person seat; high seat as an accessory)	adult kit as an accessory (€120)	adult kit as an accessory (€180)
Standard / optional battery	614 Wh / 1,008 Wh	691 Wh / 921 Wh	460 Wh / 700 Wh	460 Wh / 700 Wh
Motor torque	65 Nm	80 Nm	50 Nm	50 Nm
Assist sensor	cadence	cadence	cadence	torque
Gears	single speed	7	7	7
Start-assist trigger (6 km/h)	yes	yes	yes	yes
Suspension	adjustable front fork	adjustable front fork	hydraulic front fork (70 mm)	hydraulic front fork (70 mm) + rear suspension (50 mm)
Front light	180 lux	80 lux	125 lux	125 lux
Brake light	yes	yes	yes	yes
Turn signals	no	front and rear	front and rear	front and rear
Audible warning	mechanical bell	electric horn + mechanical bell	electric horn + mechanical bell	electric horn + mechanical bell
Passenger grab handle	no	as an accessory (€39)	as an accessory (€70)	as an accessory (€70)
Weight (standard battery)	34 kg	36 kg	34.1 kg	37 kg
Geolocation	no	no	optional	included

 

The Gaya L’Incroyable Le Court stands out for its comfort and safety features, including rear suspension to better absorb bumps in the road, a torque sensor for more natural electric assistance, and a geolocation system to locate the bike in case of theft. The Gaya L’Original Le Court is a more affordable alternative, but also requires a kit to carry an adult, which increases its cost.

The Ritmic Yuvy 3 costs almost the same as the Gaya L’Original Le Court equipped with its adult passenger kit. However, it offers a higher-capacity battery to reduce charging frequency and higher motor torque to make starting and climbing hills with a passenger easier.

The Ritmic Duo goes further with 80 Nm of motor torque, a 7-speed transmission to adapt your effort to the terrain, and turn signals to indicate changes in direction. It also costs €281 less than the Gaya L’Incroyable Le Court equipped to carry an adult. Like the Yuvy 3, it lets you install a child seat behind the adult passenger, a setup that the Gaya Le Court models do not offer.

Ritmic Jumbo or Gaya Le Long: which longtail is best for carrying two children?

	Ritmic Jumbo	Gaya L'Original Le Long	Gaya L'Incroyable Le Long
Price (from)	2 899 €	2 800 €	3 400 €
Passengers (in addition to the rider)	1 adult or 2 children	1 adult or 2 children	1 adult or 2 children
Standard / optional battery	691 Wh / 921 Wh	460 Wh / 700 Wh	460 Wh / 700 Wh
Motor torque	80 Nm	50 Nm	50 Nm
Assist sensor	cadence	torque	torque
Gears	7	7	7
Start-assist trigger (6 km/h)	yes	yes	yes
Suspension	adjustable hydraulic front fork + suspension seatpost	suspension fork	hydraulic front fork + rear suspension
Front light	80 lux	125 lux	LED headlight
Brake light	yes	yes	yes
Turn signals	front and rear	front and rear	front and rear
Audible warning	electric horn + mechanical bell	electric horn + mechanical bell	electric horn
Passenger grab handle	standard, integrated into the rear of the rider's saddle	as an accessory (€70)	as an accessory (€70)
Weight (standard battery)	36 kg	36 kg	41 kg
Geolocation	no	optional	included

 

The Gaya L’Original Le Long costs €100 less than the Ritmic Jumbo without a passenger kit. The Gaya L’Incroyable Le Long stands out with additional features, including rear suspension to better absorb bumps in the road and a geolocation system to locate the bike in case of theft.

The Ritmic Jumbo is the shortest, lightest, and most powerful of the three longtails. Its more compact size makes maneuvering and parking easier, while its 80 Nm motor and 7 gears make it easier to handle starts and hills with a loaded bike. It also has a center stand. Once fitted with its child kit, it is also the least expensive of the three.

Test rides, warranty, delivery: what services do Ritmic and Gaya offer?

Can you try a Ritmic or Gaya bike before buying it?

Yes, both brands, Ritmic and Gaya, offer free test rides.

At Gaya, you can try a bike at the Paris showroom, at a partner retailer for 45 minutes, or with an “ambassador,” a private individual who owns a Gaya bike. In this last case, the test ride lasts around 30 minutes.

At Ritmic, test rides are available at more than 150 locations in France, including Paris and the Île-de-France region, Bordeaux, Lyon, Marseille, Lille, Strasbourg, Toulouse, Montpellier, Nantes, and Nice, as well as Brittany, Normandy, and the French overseas territories. L’essai lasts around 30 minutes, accompanied by an advisor at an authorized partner. You can book directly from the Ritmic partner map, whose partners also service the bikes after purchase.

If possible, choose a route with a hill and ride with the bike loaded, with your passenger or a heavy bag. This is the best way to appreciate the differences in motor torque, assistance type, and suspension.

What warranty and after-sales service are offered?

Gaya offers a 5-year warranty on the frame, compared with 2 years at Ritmic. Both brands offer a 2-year warranty on other components, excluding wear parts.

For after-sales service, both brands rely on a network of partners for maintenance and repairs. Gaya also has a workshop in Paris. Ritmic’s after-sales team is based at the brand’s headquarters in Bordeaux, providing local support. The team provides regular follow-ups, including a reminder every six months for a service check, and its customer service team usually responds within 24 hours.

What are the delivery times, and can you pay in installments?

Gaya offers home delivery, as well as interest-free payments in 3 or 4 installments and rental options. The brand also offers a trade-in program, exclusively for Gaya bikes.

Ritmic offers free, trackable delivery, with a delivery time of 7 to 10 business days when the bike is in stock. Bikes arrive 95% assembled, minimizing the work required before you can ride. The brand also offers interest-free payments in 2 to 4 installments, 1- to 3-year rentals with an option to buy, and trade-ins for your old bike, regardless of its brand.

Ritmic or Gaya: what should you know?

Ritmic and Gaya offer compact cargo bikes and longtails for city use at relatively similar prices. Both brands cater to similar needs, but some design choices set them apart quite clearly. Ritmic is a universal brand, with a design intended to appeal to the whole family: both parents, men and women, as well as children and teenagers. The brand offers “real two-seaters,” whereas longtails like Gaya’s, as well as front-loaders and trikes, are generally designed to carry children. In any case, taking a test ride is the best way to decide. Simply book a free test ride at one of Ritmic’s more than 150 partner locations in France.

In any case, taking a test ride is the best way to decide. Simply book a free test ride at one of Ritmic’s more than 150 partner locations in France.