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Lightweight E-Bikes · Ride1Up

Ride1Up Roadster V2 Lightweight E-Bike

The Roadster V2 is a stealth e-bike: a single-speed with a belt drive, a small 36V battery in the downtube and a compact 350W rear hub. At roughly 33 lb it is one of the lightest e-bikes sold at its price, and with no throttle and a quiet motor it passes as a regular fixie. That makes it great for campuses, stairs and riders who want fitness with a tailwind. The flip side is a short range, a single gear that suits flat ground, and no suspension. Ride1Up also sells a gravel variant with wider tires if you need more versatility.

Flat campuses and city commutesCarrying up stairsRiders who want a normal bike that happens to be electricLow-maintenance belt drive fans

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Key considerations

  • Single gear; hills are work
  • Small battery, short range
  • No throttle
  • Rim or disc brakes depending on version

Pros

  • About 33 lb
  • Belt drive needs almost no maintenance
  • Quiet and discreet
  • Pedals well without assist

Considerations

  • Short range
  • Not for hills or heavy riders
  • Minimal comfort features

Features & specifications

Motor350W rear hub
Battery36V 7Ah (252Wh), integrated
Wheels700c
DrivetrainSingle-speed belt
WeightAbout 33 lb

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About Ride1Up

Ride1Up is a San Diego direct-to-consumer brand that built its reputation on commuter bikes with strong specs for the money. The 700 Series is a Class 3 commuter with a full kit; the Roadster is a sub-35 lb single-speed belt-drive; the Portola is a folding bike with hydraulic brakes at a low price; and the Turris is a comfortable wide-tire hybrid. It also sells mid-drive and moped-style models.

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