Folding e-trike

A transportation device is disclosed. One aspect includes a rear assembly that further includes a rear frame, and a first rear wheel and a second rear wheel mounted to the rear frame. The rear assembly may also include a first electric motor and a second electric motor mechanically connected to the first rear wheel and the second rear wheel respectively, and an electrical power source comprising a battery, configured to power the first electric motor and the second electric motor. The transportation device may also include a front assembly that includes a saddle and a front wheel connected to the saddle via a wheel hub and a fork. An aspect includes an elastomeric torsional element connecting the front assembly and the rear assembly.