ALSO TM-B Delivery Timeline Extends Into November After Earlier Delays

Last Updated on September 11, 2026 by Kristina

Update – September 11, 2026: ALSO has extended the TM-B delivery timeline again. Its current official shipping page says Launch Edition bikes are being packed, fulfilled, and shipped throughout September and into November. For reservation holders who have converted to pre-orders, ALSO says deliveries are expected to begin in early November and continue through the end of 2026, with exact timing depending on order date and configuration.

Rivian spinoff ALSO is still working through the rollout of its first TM-B electric bikes after missing earlier spring, July, August, and September targets. ALSO’s current support page says the first Launch Edition units have started shipping, but as of September 11 I have not found reliable independent confirmation that a regular paying customer has received a production TM-B.

If you are just catching up, see Electric Bike Explorer’s earlier coverage of Rivian’s ALSO micromobility spinoff, review how the TM-B fits into Class 1, Class 2, and Class 3 e-bikes, and follow the latest electric bike news for additional developments.

Current Status: TM-B Deliveries Extend Into Late 2026

ALSO’s current official shipping page says Launch Edition bikes have started shipping and that all Launch Edition bikes will be packed, fulfilled, and shipped throughout September and into November. That is later than the September 3 customer update reported by Electrek, which had said Launch Edition deliveries were expected in waves through early November.

For reservation holders who have converted to pre-orders, ALSO says deliveries are expected to start in early November and continue through the end of the year. Exact timing depends on when the order was placed and how the bike is configured. ALSO also says reservations placed before August 18, 2026 opened for conversion to pre-orders, with the estimated delivery window updating as the buyer configures the bike.

The distinction between a bike being in production or freight transit and a customer actually receiving it matters here. On September 8, The Verge reported that the TM-B still had not reached customers. I have not found a reliable independent report establishing a normal retail customer delivery since then. That does not prove no delivery has occurred, but it means the company’s “now shipping” language should not be treated as proof of broad customer delivery.

How the TM-B Delivery Timeline Changed

• Original target: Spring 2026.
• Later target: July 2026 after supply-chain delays.
• July 31 update: ALSO told TechCrunch that Launch Edition bikes had started moving from the manufacturer to its U.S. warehouse and that customer deliveries were expected from early August through September.
• September 11 official schedule: Launch Edition bikes are being packed, fulfilled, and shipped throughout September and into November. Pre-order deliveries are expected to start in early November and continue through the end of 2026, depending on order date and configuration.

Why the TM-B Has Been Delayed

ALSO has previously blamed global supply-chain pressure involving raw materials and electronic components. In September, The Verge reported additional detail from ALSO product manager Saul Leiken, who said the company had faced difficulty sourcing printed circuit board and integrated-circuit materials as demand from the AI industry increased.

According to that report, some material substitutions required additional engineering and testing. Leiken also said the TM-B’s high-output USB-C charging system required work with standards groups on safety and testing protocols, while the DreamRide pedal-by-wire drivetrain requires high-precision manufacturing that has slowed the production ramp.

Leiken also acknowledged that ALSO should have communicated more frequently and transparently with customers. The company says it chose to maintain its quality and safety standards rather than accelerate production simply to meet an earlier schedule.

Current TM-B Product and Reservation Details

ALSO’s current TM-B page lists the line as a Class 3 e-bike starting at $3,500. The manufacturer claims up to 60 miles of range with the Standard battery and up to 100 miles with the Large battery under ideal conditions. Actual range can vary substantially with rider weight, terrain, weather, assist level, tires, and other conditions.

The TM-B uses ALSO’s unusual DreamRide series-hybrid system, which has no direct mechanical connection between the pedals and the driven wheel. Pedaling powers a generator, while software controls a separate traction motor. The bike also uses a 2.75-inch Portal touchscreen, modular top frames, integrated lighting, and USB-C battery charging.

For new buyers, ALSO’s current reservation page uses a $50 reservation to hold a place on a first-come waitlist. The company says reservation holders will be contacted when bikes become available so they can configure and purchase a TM-B. The reservation agreement specifically says there is no guaranteed delivery date.

ALSO’s Android app is publicly available on Google Play and was updated in August 2026. ALSO’s own TM-B product page still says the app is “Available soon on Apple and Android,” so that product-page wording appears to be stale. Buyers who rely on connected features should still confirm current app compatibility for their phone before delivery.

Launch Edition Helmet and Accessory Offer

ALSO’s current promotional terms still say verified Launch Edition purchasers are eligible for one Alpha Wave helmet, valued at $250, and up to $250 off one Gear Shop purchase. The terms say the helmet ships when available.

What Reservation Holders Should Verify

• Whether their order has an individual delivery estimate in the ALSO account or ordering system.
• Whether they have received an actual carrier tracking number rather than a general production or freight update.
• Whether their expected delivery falls within the Launch Edition window or the later regular-reservation window.
• Whether the ALSO app and any connected features they expect to use are available and compatible with their phone when the bike arrives.
• How local service, warranty support, replacement parts, and software troubleshooting will be handled.
• Whether early independent owner reports support the manufacturer’s range and performance claims once normal customer deliveries are confirmed.

Who Is Affected

The biggest impact is on Launch Edition purchasers who paid for the bike and have now watched the expected delivery schedule move multiple times. Reservation holders who converted to pre-orders are also affected, with the current official schedule extending those deliveries through the end of 2026.

For riders considering a new reservation, the practical takeaway is simple: treat the current delivery timing as an estimate, not a guarantee. ALSO’s reservation agreement explicitly says it does not guarantee a delivery date.

My Take

The TM-B is still one of the more unusual e-bikes I have researched, and its pedal-by-wire drivetrain, software-defined controls, modular frame system, and USB-C charging make it genuinely interesting. But repeated timeline changes mean I would now put less weight on announced shipping windows and more weight on verifiable customer deliveries.

I do not think a delayed launch by itself tells us whether the TM-B will ultimately be a good bike. The more important questions are whether normal customers begin receiving production bikes, whether the hardware and software work reliably, and whether ALSO can support a highly proprietary first-generation product after the sale.

📰 How This Story Was Verified

This report is based on available official documents, agency statements, meeting records, court filings, or other primary sources, with reliable reporting used for additional context. I clearly distinguish proposals from rules that have been finally approved or taken effect. For this update, I relied primarily on ALSO’s current product, reservation, promotional, and shipping-support pages, with The Verge, Electrek, and TechCrunch used for additional delivery context.

External Sources

• ALSO TM-B official product page
• ALSO TM-B reservation page
• ALSO current TM-B preorder/reservation agreement
• ALSO Launch Edition promotional terms
• ALSO current TM-B shipping timelines
• ALSO September 2026 reservation updates and guide
• ALSO app on Google Play
• The Verge reporting on the September delay explanation and customer apology
• Electrek reporting on the revised delivery window
• TechCrunch reporting on the earlier August-September delivery plan