Qingdao Tune Technology Co., Ltd. builds Food Bikes at its 4,500-square-meter production site in Shandong, China. A Food Bike is a three-wheeled vending platform for coffee, ice cream, drinks, and light street food. It is smaller than a towable trailer and easier to move through pedestrian areas. TUNE offers manual, electric, and vintage-style models, with modular cargo bays and a low center of gravity for stable handling. If you need a larger mobile setup, see our Food Cart.
Manual Food Bikes use an internal gear hub, such as a Shimano Nexus or Alfine unit, inside the rear wheel. This allows the rider to shift while stationary, which is useful at red lights or in crowds when carrying a loaded cargo box. The enclosed hub keeps rain, grit, and road debris away from the shifting parts, so maintenance intervals are longer than with an open derailleur. The frame is chromoly steel with 13-gauge stainless spokes and double-wall aluminum rims. Dual front hydraulic disc brakes with cooling fins help control the bike when fully loaded. Payload capacity is about 300 kg.
Electric Food Bikes use a 48V mid-drive motor with up to 120 N·m of torque, paired with a LiFePO4 battery pack. A smart battery management system monitors cell balance, temperature, current draw, and voltage. The motor can handle slopes up to about 15 degrees without overheating. A pedal-assist sensor and handlebar LCD let the rider adjust power levels. Pedal-assisted range is up to 65 km per charge. The battery uses a key-lock quick-release mount, so a depleted pack can be swapped in under 30 seconds for multi-shift use.
The vintage pedal model can be fitted with a eutectic cold-plate storage box. The plates are frozen overnight to -24°C using a standard wall outlet. During trading, the eutectic gel absorbs heat slowly and keeps the box at about -18°C for up to 10 hours without using onboard power. This makes the setup quiet and vibration-free, which suits parks, weddings, hotel gardens, and other noise-sensitive locations.
For brand events and high-end venues, the vintage pedal Food Bike can be finished with hand-varnished teak or marine plywood panels, brass fasteners, leather grips, and chrome headlight housings. The interior can include low-voltage LED strip lights and a splash-proof counter section. These finishes are cosmetic and do not change the frame, braking, or water systems.
A Food Bike can be fitted with a dual-tank water system using separate 20L food-grade polyethylene containers for fresh water and wastewater. A silent 12V demand diaphragm pump feeds a compact stainless steel sink with a fold-down swivel faucet. An inline filter and a 12V electric heating element provide warm water on demand. This setup is intended to help operators meet local handwashing and utensil sanitation rules.
The total width is under 1.1 meters, so a Food Bike can pass through standard double commercial doors. Operators use them in airport concourses, rail stations, beachfront promenades, botanical gardens, university campuses, and office parks. Because the unit can move indoors, it can keep trading during cold or wet seasons. For a larger towable option, see our Food Trailer.
Before export, each Food Bike is tested on an inclined track with a 300 kg dynamic load to check frame flex, wheel alignment, and brake actuation. Electrical circuits undergo insulation testing, and storage compartments are checked with artificial rain spray. Units are partly disassembled and packed in foam-lined export plywood crates with assembly tools and wiring diagrams. TUNE provides a 12-month structural chassis warranty and stocks common spare parts such as pumps, brake pads, and electrical switches.
Food Bikes can be supplied with CE, ISO 9001, DOT, EPR, COC, and NSF-aligned documents where required. TUNE holds Alibaba Gold Supplier status and has completed regular third-party inspections by SGS and Intertek. Certificate numbers, scope, and validity can be provided before ordering.
Q: Should I choose a manual or electric Food Bike?
A: Manual models suit flat pedestrian areas, indoor malls, and short routes. Electric models help with slopes, longer routes, and heavier cargo. Both can be customized for your menu.
Q: What is the maximum payload?
A: The frame and running gear are tested to about 300 kg under dynamic load. Final payload depends on the cargo box, equipment, and battery choice.
Q: How long does the battery take to charge, and can it be swapped?
A: Charge time depends on the charger and pack size. The battery uses a key-lock quick-release mount and can be swapped in under 30 seconds.
Q: Can the cold box keep ice cream frozen without power?
A: Yes, with eutectic plates. The plates are frozen overnight and can hold about -18°C for up to 10 hours, depending on ambient temperature and how often the box is opened.
Q: What after-sales support is included?
A: TUNE offers a 12-month structural warranty, remote technical support, and shipment of common spare parts. Specific terms are stated in the contract.
