Tiller Rides

Shutdown

Website unreachable since Oct 16, 2026

The startup develops an urban electric bike featuring a lightweight aluminum frame and integrated smart technology tailored for city commuting. This bike provides a practical and eco-friendly transportation option, addressing the need for sustainable mobility in densely populated urban areas.

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Fremantle, Australia · HQ

Founded 20154700+ followers

Hardware
Internet of Things
Mobility & Transportation

Updated 6 months ago

Funding

Raised to date

$3.2MRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.

Funding rounds are not available yet.

Founders

1 founder

Hussain AlMeraj

Chairman & CEO

Product

Problem

Traditional bicycles and e-bikes often lack integrated security features, making them vulnerable to theft and requiring users to carry bulky external locks. Many e-bikes also lack advanced connectivity and diagnostic capabilities, limiting user convenience and maintenance efficiency.

Solution

Tiller Rides offers the Roadster, a feature-rich urban e-bike designed for security, convenience, and sustainability. The Roadster integrates an anti-theft system with a retracting cable lock, keyless motion-sensing alarm, mobile-connected GPS tracking, and central locking to protect removable components. The e-bike also features an onboard SIM card for connectivity, enabling remote diagnostics and over-the-air software updates, similar to modern electric vehicles.

Target Audience

The primary target audience includes urban commuters and cycling enthusiasts seeking a secure, connected, and low-maintenance e-bike for daily transportation and recreational use.

Features

Monocoque frame housing a removable battery, alarm, GPS tracking, cable lock, integrated display, lights, motor controller, and cabling
Keyless and app-connected alarm and GPS anti-theft system with an 800mm retractable cable lock
Integrated auto-starting LED lights with front beam and rear brake light
Greaseless Gates carbon belt drive with 5-speed grip-shifted hub gears
36V 756Wh battery using Samsung/Panasonic/LG cells, providing an 80km range on full assist
Torque sensor assist via a quiet 250W Bafang front hub motor, creating an all-wheel-drive system
USB-C charging outlet for mobile devices
Mobile app connectivity for remote locking/unlocking, speed tracking, and distance monitoring
60kg load-rated rear carrier with a sturdy retracting double stand
Puncture-resistant, all-weather, shock-absorbing balloon tires (50-622 / 28 x 2.0)