Lemmo 3 E-Bike Surpasses $1 Million in Pledges
The Berlin-based maker's Kickstarter campaign raised over US$1 million in about a day, far beyond its funding target.
Updated on Nov. 3, 2026 in Electric Vehicles
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The Lemmo 3 e-bike campaign on Kickstarter raised over US$1 million in pledges in a little over a day, with pledges standing at nearly £900,000. The campaign has exceeded its funding target by over 5,300%.
Why it matters
The rapid funding signals strong early demand for a high-range electric bike with semi-solid-state battery technology. Backers are committing well before the product ships, which will test whether the design and delivery timeline hold.
The Lemmo 3 features an 80mm-travel rear suspension and front fork, a 960 Wh semi-solid-state battery with a claimed range of up to 110 miles, and a 90Nm Bafang hub motor. Rear platform load capacity is 80kg and front rack capacity is 20kg.
The players
Lemmo
A Berlin-based electric bicycle company that designed the Lemmo 3 and is running its Kickstarter campaign.
The details
Berlin-based Lemmo began designing the Lemmo 3 in 2023. The chain-drive model requires a €2,090 pledge, the belt-drive option costs €169 more, and UK buyers must pay 20% VAT plus shipping of €100-150.
Timeline
2023: Lemmo begins initial design of the Lemmo 3.
November 3, 2026: The campaign passes US$1 million in pledges.
December 1, 2026: The Kickstarter campaign is scheduled to end.
May 2027: Shipping to backers is expected to begin.
Electric Vehicles Roadmap
The Lemmo 3's 960 Wh semi-solid-state battery and claimed 110-mile range place it within the push to raise energy density in electric two-wheelers. Its crowdfunded launch reflects how small electric mobility makers are testing direct-to-consumer demand before committing to large-scale manufacturing.
Buyers outside the EU face added costs, since UK backers must pay 20% VAT on top of the pledge and €100-150 in shipping. The belt-drive option adds €169 to the chain-drive price of €2,090.
The takeaway
Backers considering the Lemmo 3 should weigh the claimed range and battery specifications against the total cost once VAT and shipping are included. Confirm the delivery timeline before committing, since shipping is not expected until May 2027.
What happens next
The Kickstarter campaign closes on December 1, 2026, and shipping to backers is expected to begin in May 2027.
Further reading
Explore more electric vehicle news for context on where e-bike and battery innovation fits in the broader market.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Road.
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