Ride1Up Revv 1 Overview – Examined by TravelFreak in 2023

So, you’re out there for a brand new e-bike, and also you’ve come throughout the Ride1Up Revv1. With its motorcycle-like design and highly effective electrical motor, it appears promising, however is that this electrical bike value it?

For this Ride1Up Revv 1 overview, I took this handsomely geared up electrical moped tout on quite a few rides to evaluate its dealing with, efficiency, prime velocity, and extra. I’ve examined a number of handfuls of e-bikes earlier than, so I’ve rather a lot to check it to. And I can let you know, that is solely completely different from something I’ve ridden earlier than.

Combining the efficiency perks of an electrical bike with the facility of a moped, the Ride1Up Revv 1 is a standout amongst moped model electrical bikes. Its smooth design, resembling a bike, actually makes an impression. Ride1Up has turn into well-known for his or her inexpensive, high-quality e-bikes, and the Revv 1 is not any exception. 

On this in-depth Ride1Up Revv 1 overview, I’ll share my ideas and insights on all the things from assembling the Revv 1 to using and transporting it. I’ll cowl the professionals and cons, study the elements and options, and consider different e-bike choices.

Let’s get rolling!

Ride1Up Revv 1 First Impressions

Proper out of the field, I may solely assume one factor: this e-bike seems SICK. With its low seating place, headlamp, and dual-crown suspension fork, the Revv 1 resembles a bike greater than it does a standard e-bike.

Throughout my first check journey, I discovered the Revv 1 extremely straightforward to journey. I loved the handlebar twist throttle, which actually makes it really feel like a bike and could be very straightforward to manage. I wasn’t certain how I would really like the low seating place (it’s undoubtedly not a standard bike place) however discovered it surprisingly snug. The place isn’t nearly as good for truly pedaling although. To me, that is meant for use primarily with the throttle and pure motor energy, not pedal energy. The bike pedals, nevertheless it’s not a multi-speed e-bike, which suggests it depends totally on motor energy to propel itself ahead.

The one bummer out of the field was that my Revv 1 was delivered with a damaged headlamp bracket. I used to be disillusioned, however buyer help was implausible and shipped a brand new half that arrived inside two days. Changing the bracket entailed unplugging a number of wires, veering past what I might name normal meeting.

I’ve to present an enormous shoutout to the Ride1Up help staff, although, as a result of they delivered distinctive customer support that additionally veered past what I might name normal buyer help. And, for what it’s value, this was a pre-production mannequin despatched to me by Ride1Up, and I do know for a proven fact that they’ve taken my expertise into consideration once they went into manufacturing, packaging and achievement earlier this yr.

Past that, the construct high quality is critically stable. The aluminum body could be very sturdy, and all of the elements are top quality. Bear in mind although, that this bike is HEAVY! At 93 lbs, it’s actually one of many heavier choices in the marketplace.

Who’s Ride1Up?

Based in 2018, Ride1Up emerged as a number one model within the electrical bicycle business. They stand out among the many greatest e-bike manufacturers for his or her inexpensive entry-level e-bikes. With 9 e-bike fashions catering to a wide range of using kinds (commuter, highway, and all-terrain), plus built-in batteries and name-brand elements, Ride1Up e-bikes are a superb worth.

The corporate was based by an skilled bike mechanic and builder, Kevin Dugger, who noticed the shortage of inexpensive, high quality e-bikes in the marketplace. Ride1Up’s mission is straightforward: get extra individuals on e-bikes. They try this by constructing nice bikes and providing them at inexpensive costs.

One of many issues I like about Ride1Up is their dedication to the business, and the best way they champion security and high quality as two core pillars of their model and their electrical bikes.

Full Ride1Up Revv1 Overview

Like many moped-style e-bikes, the Revv 1 follows the cafe cruiser design pattern set by Super73—an e-bike model primarily based out of Southern California. The Ride1Up Revv 1, nonetheless, stands out for its aggressive pricing whereas delivering distinctive efficiency.

Earlier than diving into the small print to see the way it measures up towards different e-bikes, it’s vital to grasp what this bike is, what it’s not, and for whom it’s meant.

The Revv 1 competes extra with low-cost mopeds (or different moped-style bikes) reasonably than most e-bikes in the marketplace. It’s large, heavy, and highly effective, however isn’t optimized for pedaling. In order for you a extra normal electrical bicycle that may simply offer you a little bit of an additional enhance, this isn’t it.

This bike is for somebody who desires extra of an electrical moped or electrical motorcycle-like expertise, however likes the thought of not needing to replenish with gasoline or register it. You’ll most likely be utilizing the throttle much more than pedal help, and also you received’t be throwing this up on a motorbike rack in your roof.

For me, this bike has turn into my each day driver to get across the metropolis, particularly in Venice Seashore, and for normal pleasure rides alongside the seaside and boardwalk.

Meeting Overview

In case you’ve by no means gotten an e-bike delivered to your private home earlier than, you is likely to be stunned by the dimensions of the field. The boxed Revv 1 one is large and heavy, and was delivered securely to my doorstep. Although it arrived with a damaged headlamp bracket, Ride1Up buyer help was extremely responsive and simple to work with. They shipped a brand new bracket that arrived inside two days.

It comes with the rear wheel connected and all of the instruments required for meeting. Nonetheless, except you’re a savvy bike mechanic, I like to recommend going to an area bike store to have this moped model ebike assembled by a professional. Given the rate that the Revv 1 reaches, particularly in Off-Highway mode, it’s higher to err on the facet of security and have the elements configured securely.

I, for one, known as on Velofix to assemble my bike at dwelling, and I’m certain glad I did. In case you don’t know what you’re doing, I undoubtedly wouldn’t try this one your self.

Model, Design & Aesthetics

When it comes to seems, the Revv 1 is outright superior. It’s extremely smooth and I get compliments all over the place I’m going with this bike (critically). The design blends parts of a moped (bench seat), motorbike (headlight and switch alerts), and bicycle (pedals) for an general refined design that merely oozes SoCal model.

Having a motorbike that appears this good truly has some drawbacks, although. I’m hesitant so as to add larger equipment as a result of I don’t need to detract from its seems. For instance, there aren’t many attachment factors on the bike, and since there isn’t a water bottle attachment to safe a motorbike lock just like the Foldylock, I’ve resorted to wrapping a Kryptonite chain lock across the body, which undoubtedly takes away from the e-bike’s smooth look.

There’s a rear rack accent, too, however once more—I really feel it detracts from the general aesthetic. Finally, this can be a enjoyable bike to journey, and the best way it seems is a really actual a part of that for me. There are storage choices in order for you them, simply be conscious that they are going to change the looks!

The model leans extra in direction of adventurous riders, although the e-bike itself operates like a cruiser that’s tremendous enjoyable to journey. The Revv 1 is available in two colours: moss inexperienced and graphite grey. I selected the graphite grey, although my good friend Andrew purchased the moss inexperienced and loves it. Actually, it’s a bit arduous to inform the distinction between the colours, except you look intently.

Efficiency Overview

I’ve been using this bike throughout Los Angeles, and have taken it on a variety of check rides—each off-road using and on paved roads. It delivers an general snug journey, even when reaching speeds that benefit carrying a full face helmet. I like the handlebar twist throttle—it seems like a bike, or at the very least as a lot as any e-bike I’ve ridden.

Weighing 93 lbs (83 lbs for the Hardtail mannequin) and packing a strong 750w geared hub motor with a multi-class velocity system, the Revv 1 is way from an exercise-oriented e-bike. In case you’re in search of an electrical bike that delivers extra zip than pedal help for an extremely enjoyable journey, the Revv 1 could also be simply what you’re in search of.

The Full Suspension mannequin handles bumps and bumpy roads with ease, although I undoubtedly wouldn’t take it mountain biking. It’s simply not made for that.

Pace

The Revv 1 is pre-programmed as a class 2 e-bike, that means it’s restricted to twenty mph utilizing each pedal help and the throttle.

For a extra quicker using expertise, you may alter the Revv 1 to a category 3 e-bike or entry “Off-Highway” mode by contacting the Ride1Up staff. I signed and submitted the waiver, which outlines the warnings and dangers related to larger speeds, and a Ride1Up consultant gave me the directions to unlock these settings on my e-bike.

The max velocity for sophistication 3 is 28 mph, whereas Off-Highway helps speeds of 28+ mph in accordance with Ride1Up. Throughout all of my rides on this bike, I’ve reached speeds of 37.2mph. With the throttle, minimal effort is required to succeed in larger speeds. All it’s important to do is sit again and benefit from the journey.

So sure, it’s quick.

And please, if you happen to’re using at speeds above 20mph, put on a full-face helmet. As my father all the time mentioned, “they’re known as accidents for a purpose.” The most effective half, although, is {that a} full-face helmet truly seems shocking cool on this e-bike.

Acceleration

The Revv 1 is fitted with a 750-watt rear hub motor that delivers stable acceleration and energy. The diploma of acceleration is correlated with the e-bike’s pedal help settings (PAS). Using in PAS 1 (the bottom setting), the acceleration is extra gradual. Whereas ramping as much as PAS stage 5 brings nearly instant acceleration when you begin pedaling. As a one-speed e-bike, there’s no must think about shifting gears to speed up (which I like).

As a substitute of partaking pedal help, you may merely twist the Revv 1’s throttle to speed up. And this can be a bike that doesn’t battle to speed up. If you need to transfer, this child strikes. I’m snug using this bike in site visitors—as if it had been an electrical motorbike—as a result of I do know this e-bike has no drawback maintaining.

Although the Revv 1 throttle offers loads of zip, I discover the transition to be a bit jolting. It’s jerky when beginning out, and isn’t the simplest to manage on stops and begins. I discover this to be the case with most ebikes, although, so this isn’t solely particular to the Revv 1.

My mannequin was one of many first to ship, so I missed out on a extremely cool new function that ships with all Revv 1’s as of July 2023—the enhance function. Urgent the minus button on the handlebar controls will increase the controller’s amperage from 28 amps to 35 amps growing acceleration price, hill climb, and prime velocity. Remember the fact that the extra you employ the enhance function, the much less vary you’ll get out of your battery.

Vary

The Revv 1 is supplied with a 780Wh battery, which pairs properly with the 750W motor for an environment friendly journey and stable vary. On paper, Ride1Up claims a spread of 30-60 miles relying on a number of components, together with rider weight, terrain, incline, and stage of pedal help. The extra throttle and pedal help you employ, the decrease vary you’ll have on the Revv 1, or any electrical bicycle for that matter.

For longer rides—and to assuage issues about getting stranded with a lifeless battery—this moped model e-bike is fitted with a mount for a second Revv 1 battery.

On a single battery, I’ve taken this bike on rides about 20 miles in size, and returned dwelling with roughly 50% juice left. I used PAS 5 the entire time. This tracks with their estimates, and I believe an real-world expectation of ~40 miles vary is fairly honest.

Dealing with

Geared up with 20”x4” CST Scout tires, the Revv 1 has a low heart of gravity and glorious traction that helps simpler dealing with when going prime speeds.

Whereas Ride1Up promotes the CST Scout tires mixed with the total suspension for all-terrain efficiency, I undoubtedly assume that is extra of a metropolis cruiser than a mountain bike. It may possibly deal with filth roads no drawback, however I wouldn’t need to journey it on actual singletrack trails. It’s simply too heavy and cumbersome.

As a heavier bike, turning includes extra lean than what you’d count on from a regular bike, and I undoubtedly wouldn’t describe it as nimble. Thsi is absolutely an electrical motorbike at coronary heart—and it rides like one. General, the Ride1Up Revv 1 handles greater than well-enough to get pleasure from its speedy efficiency with out pondering twice.

Consolation

The moped-style e-bike has snug, anti-slip grips and lengthy bench seat, or as Ride1Up places it, a “personalized cafe model saddle”. The seat feels well-padded and is essentially the most snug seat of any e-bike I personal as a consequence of the truth that it’s not a typical bike seat. 

I discover the decrease seating place on the Ride1Up Revv 1 to be extraordinarily snug. Whereas the seat design, smaller pedals, and single-speed drivetrain don’t make for the simplest pedaling, I nearly all the time go for the throttle over pedal help as soon as I get going. 

The Revv 1 has full suspension to uninteresting vibrations and the impression of bumps on the highway. The entrance and rear suspension supply 120mm and 50mm of journey, respectively. The DNM AOY-38RC rear suspension is used on mountain bikes and might be locked out when using on smoother surfaces.

Specs Overview

E-bike specs benefit a more in-depth look when evaluating manufacturers and fashions. General, the Ride1Up Revv 1 is a well-made electrical bicycle with specs to show it, together with a strong rear hub motor and intuitive show.

Battery

No gasoline tank required for this electrical bicycle! The Ride1Up Revv 1’s battery varies between the hardtail and full suspension fashions. The previous has a 52V, 15ah Samsung battery, whereas the latter has a 52V, 20ah model. In both Revv 1 mannequin, the battery is removable, so it may be charged wherever is most handy. The battery sits simply in entrance of the bench seat and locks to the body with a key.

Alternative batteries can be found, plus you may choose to connect a second battery to the bike body to increase their vary.

The included 4-amp charger can juice as much as a full cost in round 5 hours.

Motor

The Revv 1 has a 52V, 750W, geared hub Bafang motor. The rear hub motor design instantly powers the again wheel and operates individually from the Revv 1’s drivetrain. 

750W is unquestionably sufficient to really feel quick and highly effective, nevertheless it doesn’t measure as much as the efficiency of another fashions. Many high-performance e-bikes have 1000W and even as much as 3000W motors, which blow this one out of the water.

Throttle

In case you’re looking for an e-bike constructed for velocity, you’ll admire the Revv 1’s right-hand twist throttle, discovered to the proper of the handlebar controls within the picture above. As talked about, you should utilize simply the throttle and attain as much as 20 mph with the bike configured as class 2 or 3. However in Off-Highway mode, it’s able to delivering extra energy and going properly above 28 mph. 

I admire the management afforded by the throttle and the way it makes the bike really feel like a bike. The largest disadvantage is that the throttle doesn’t present the smoothest transition when engaged. That is fairly normal for extra inexpensive e-bikes with hub drive motors, nevertheless it nonetheless isn’t nice.

Pedal Help

There are 5 ranges of pedal help on the Ride1Up Revv 1. Whereas some electrical bicycles have velocity thresholds for every pedal help stage, pedaling near the Revv 1’s prime velocity (20 mph for sophistication 2 and 28 mph for sophistication 3) is feasible on a lot of the PAS settings. The built-in delicate cadence sensor ensures the pedal help bears the brunt of the trouble on any of the PAS ranges.  

When arrange as a category 2 bike, the Revv 1’s pedal help system incorporates variable ranges of acceleration. With PAS 5, the motor kicks in nearly immediately. Pace builds extra steadily with PAS 1, nevertheless it’s not a very long time earlier than you get going.

The one factor that actually bugs me is that the throttle and pedal help don’t work properly collectively. If I’m throttling and resolve to begin pedaling, the PAS system truly takes over which might trigger a pointy decline in velocity. That is my one main gripe concerning the bike—that the throttle and PAS don’t play good.

Show

Centrally situated on the bike’s handlebar, the mounted show has a two-tone coloration scheme that’s straightforward to learn shortly with out taking one’s eyes off the highway. The present velocity is proven prominently within the heart of the three.5” display screen. Battery life is displayed above in 20% increments, whereas the journey distance and common velocity seem beneath present velocity. It additionally gives a wide range of metrics for clever using suggestions, in addition to personalized pedal help settings.

Weight

The Ride1Up Revv 1’s weight varies by body sort, with full suspension clocking in at 93 lbs and the hardtail measuring 83 lbs. Each frames have a max weight capability of 350 lbs. Nonetheless, there’s ample energy to drive this e-moped up steep inclines and to succeed in excessive speeds on flat terrain. However the hefty weight makes it a problem to begin the Revv 1 from a standstill with out utilizing the throttle. And pedaling the Revv 1 on a lifeless battery would definitely be troublesome.

Elements Overview

Shifting on to the Ride1Up Revv 1’s elements, the bike is well-equipped with high quality elements. From the 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes to the sturdy body and rear suspension with air stress alter, the Revv 1 seems like a well-made, high quality bike at an affordable worth.

Whereas this bike appears well-put-together general, most of the elements for this e-moped come from no-name manufacturers. You received’t see Shimano or Sram elements right here. That is most likely how Ride1Up is ready to supply this bike at a lower cost, nevertheless it doesn’t encourage lots of confidence within the longevity. Their guarantee, nonetheless, does. So we’ll must see how the bike stands the check of time.

Sturdy Alloy Body

The Ride1Up Revv 1 options two sturdy alloy body sorts which can be each designed for an upright using place. The body, which is created from aluminum alloy, contributes to the bike’s motorcycle-like look. The built-in battery is connected into the middle of the body’s prime tube, giving the phantasm of a bike gasoline tank and upping this bike’s cool issue. A motorbike-style headlight and built-in brake gentle are additionally included within the Ride1Up Revv 1 body. 

The decrease body peak restrict pedaling energy on the Revv 1, although that’s not precisely wanted given how a lot energy it offers and that the cadence sensor shortly kicks PAS settings into gear. The Revv 1 mannequin stumbles a bit in not having a water bottle mount. The body does embody mounting factors for a middle storage cage and rear rack, although.

Entrance and Rear Suspension

The Ride1Up Revv 1 comes with both hardtail or full suspension. Evaluating the 2 suspension sorts, the hardtail model weighs 10 lbs much less however solely has entrance suspension, whereas the total suspension model has entrance and rear suspension—a plus for bumpier trails and terrain. 

The entrance suspension fork has 120mm of journey on the total suspension mannequin, and 100mm on the hardtail bike. The total suspension Revv 1, which I examined,  consists of double-crown, preload and rebound adjustment with hydraulic lockout within the entrance and NM AOY-38RC with rebound, air stress adjustment and lock-out within the rear. I used to be impressed with how properly the suspension and thick four-inch tires dampen bumps and vibrations on the highway.

Drivetrain/Shifting

The Revv 1 is fitted with a single-speed, 32T chainring with 127mm cranks and a KMC Professional chain. Another e-bikes with single-gear programs use belt drives, that are simpler to keep up since they don’t require lubrication or cleansing like chains do. 

With only a single gear, the Ride1Up Revv 1 is designed for extra informal pedaling and beneficiant use of the throttle to get the place you should go. It additionally means it could have a tough time with actually steep off-road trails, however I wouldn’t need to take it on these anyway.

Hydraulic Disc Brakes

This moped model electrical bike comes with 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes with electrical cut-off sensor. This useful security measure shuts off energy to the throttle in case you overlook to launch it whereas actively braking. The Revv 1’s brake levers are extremely responsive and hydraulic disc brakes had glorious stopping energy throughout my check rides, which was a pleasing shock given the bike’s weight and speediness. 

Wheels and Tires

The Ride1Up Revv 1 is a sturdy bike that includes 20” x 4” CST Scout eMoped all-surface tires on the total suspension mannequin and 20” x 4” Kenda Krusade tires on the hardtail bike. The Revv 1’s fats tires present shock absorption and luxury. In addition they ship sound stability and cornering traction within the entrance wheel to really feel protected whereas climbing hills and using quick, particularly in Off-Highway mode.

Options Overview

Having lined the Ride1Up Revv 1’s specs and elements, there are a number of key options value discussing in additional element.

Built-in Lights

The Ride1Up Revv1 is supplied with vibrant rear built-in lights and a big entrance headlight that helps obtain its motorcycle-style look. The Starunion brake gentle engages routinely if you squeeze the brake levers. In the meantime, the headlight has excessive and low beam settings that illuminate the highway forward and ensures you’re seen to site visitors. As soon as the bike is on, press the facility button once more to show the headlight on.

Flip Alerts

In case you get the total suspension Revv 1, it comes with flip alerts positioned on the again of the seat apart from the brake gentle. The controls for the flip alerts are on a management panel on the proper handlebar. I discover the raised positioning on the handlebar fairly awkward to succeed in. Additionally, the flip alerts don’t emit any sound, so it’s straightforward to overlook to change them off after taking your flip.

Horn

It could appear a bit foolish, however the Revv 1 comes with a built-in horn. I’ll admit that I assumed it was type of silly at first and wished to discover a solution to take away it, nevertheless it’s truly turn out to be useful a number of instances in metropolis site visitors. The one factor they educate you in motorbike class is that you must all the time journey as if you happen to’re invisible to all people else on the highway. I discover this holds true when using this bike, too, particularly if you happen to’re alongside site visitors.

Safety

Sadly, the Revv 1 doesn’t include any safety features, excluding the lock on the battery which attaches the battery to the body. I do really feel that is one space the place e-bike manufacturers have lots of room to develop, however there are a number of methods to equipment out your Revv 1 to make it safer.

Pricing

The price of an e-bike can actually add up. By the point you add elements, equipment and insurance coverage, you’re paying a whole bunch greater than the bottom worth of the bike. Nonetheless, all issues thought of, this can be a quick and durable bike coming in at a considerably lower cost than its extra well-known opponents (particularly Super73). And, if you happen to ask me, the Revv 1 seems rather a lot higher, too.

Ride1Up Revv 1 Equipment

Whereas the Ride1Up Revv 1 doesn’t supply a lot customization except for two coloration choices and two body sorts, it’s appropriate with a handful of equipment and add-on options. Whether or not you’re in search of enhanced storage, security, or comfort, these equipment can enhance your journey.

WSDCAM Anti-Theft Bike Alarm

Although the Revv 1 has on-road security options, it doesn’t include an built-in safety system. The WSDCAM Anti-Theft Bike Alarm is a wi-fi distant lock that’s well-suited for defending your new electrical bike from would-be thieves. 

It really works identical to a automotive key fob. Press the lock button, and if anybody tries to maneuver your Revv 1, the alarm units off—and it’s startlingly loud. The waterproof alarm weighs simply 10.5 ounces and has three settings, as much as 113 dB, and seven ranges of movement detection. The movement setting with the utmost sensitivity will sound the alarm with only a light contact.

Apple AirTag

The Apple AirTag helps preserve observe of your electrical bike’s location always. The replaceable battery lasts over a yr and the design has a IP67 ranking for water and mud resistance. I like to recommend securing it in an not noticeable place on the Revv 1 and eradicating the speaker from the AirTag so {that a} thief received’t have the ability to simply discover or disable the AirTag.

Peak Design Out Entrance Cell Cellphone Holder

Made with light-weight aluminum, the Peak Design Out Entrance Cell Cellphone Holder makes use of a magnetic mounting know-how to safe your cellphone in place whereas using. 

I discover it’s nice for navigating with google maps, holding the cellphone entrance and heart so you may give attention to pedaling and steering. Riders can simply reposition and “flip to movie” to report their journey on the Ride1Up Revv 1. The Out Entrance Cell Cellphone Holder is appropriate with varied handlebar sizes.

Kryptonite Evolution 1090 10mm Bicycle Lock

Although it’s not the model’s most formidable lock for electrical bikes (have a look at the New York FAHGETTABOUDIT 1410 14mm Chain if that’s what you need), nevertheless it has a Bought Safe Gold ranking and offers sufficient safety for a motorbike of this worth. Kryptonite’s Anti-Theft Safety program gives as much as $3K in reimbursement if the lock is damaged and your bicycle is stolen (which covers your entire value of the Revv 1).

Revv1 Middle Storage Cage

Riders can outfit their Revv 1 with a heart storage case, which is solely appropriate with the Revv 1, not different fashions made by Ride1Up. The storage cage attaches within the heart space of the Revv 1 beneath the battery to soundly stow your belongings. It’s sufficiently big to carry a second battery and the black minimalist design enhances the Revv 1’s smooth motorbike aesthetic. On the similar time, it’s compact sufficient that it received’t intrude with pedaling.

Revv1 Rear Rack

Attaching a rear rack is an alternative choice for hauling cargo as much as 90 lbs. The Revv1 Rear Rack attaches to the bike body beneath the saddle and comes with a rear gentle extension cable. The black, steel alloy design blends in properly with the remainder of the moped model e-bike. This accent can be solely appropriate with the Ride1Up Revv 1.

e-Bike Insurance coverage

Although hardly ever talked about, insurance coverage on your e-bike is extra than simply “good to have.” I insure my e-bikes via Markel American and protection for this bike prices about $220/yr in Los Angeles.

Ride1Up Revv 1 Alternate options

If the Revv 1 isn’t for you, however you’re nonetheless trying in search of a moped-style electrical bike, there are different bikes in the marketplace to contemplate.

Super73 S2 vs. Ride1Up Revv 1

Super73 pioneered the motorcycle-style design that the Ride1Up and different electrical bike manufacturers have sought to duplicate. The Super73 S2 is primarily an city cruiser, although its air spring suspension fork and beefy BDGR tires make it suited to off-road using, too. Just like the Revv 1, the S2 has a bench seat that helps an upright using place. The S2 arrives as a category 2 bike that may be unlocked for sophistication 3 and Off-Highway settings to succeed in prime speeds over 28 mph.

Evaluating the bikes head-to-head, the Revv 1 boasts a lower cost, extra energy, and a extra refined show system. With the S2, you get simpler meeting (it comes nearly utterly assembled and consists of video tips for attaching the remaining elements). The S2 additionally boasts the next vary when using at decrease speeds—count on over 75 miles of vary when utilizing stage 1 pedal help.

Keep in mind that the S2 solely comes with a FS body, that means no rear suspension. You’ll pay practically twice the value for the S2.

Juiced HyperScrambler 2 vs. Ride1Up Revv 1

One other mannequin that blurs the traces between motorbike, moped, and electrical bike, the Juiced HyperScrambler 2 is a well-equipped e-bike with an distinctive 100+ mile vary because of twin battery capability. Just like the Revv 1, the HyperScrambler 2 can attain speeds over 28 mph utilizing its twist throttle. 

There are some key variations between the 2 fashions. For one, the HyperScrambler 2 has a Bafang RetroBlade rear hub motor with 2,000W peak energy, which beats out the Revv 1 by comparability. Moreover, the HyperScrambler 2 has an 8-speed drivetrain, whereas Revv 1 is one-speed. I discover one-speed electrical bikes make for a better using expertise, particularly with heavier fashions. The HyperScrambler 2 additionally options facet view mirrors—a helpful security function when using with highway site visitors.

NewGen 345-S vs. Ride1Up Revv 1

For a extra light-weight choice, the NewGen 345-S clocks in at simply over 70 lbs, making it greater than 20 lbs than the Revv 1 I examined. The 345-S is well-equipped with mudguards, entrance and back lights, hydraulic disc brakes, and a cushioned bench seat created from vegan leather-based. This British-made bike falls wanting the Revv 1 when it comes to vary (simply 40 miles) and security options (smaller headlight and no flip alerts).

Our Overview Course of

For my Ride1Up Revv 1 overview, I rode this bike for months throughout completely different terrain. I’ve taken my actual world expertise using this bike recurrently and distilled all the things I’ve come to know concerning the bike into this text. Ride1Up did present a pre-production mannequin for me to overview, and admittedly, I used to be imagined to publish this text months in the past. What that does imply, nonetheless, is that I’ve had an extended time to make use of and check the bike than most different evaluations you’ll discover.

After months of use, I like this bike (and no, they’re not making me say that!).

At TravelFreak, our overview course of takes place in the true world. We take merchandise throughout cities and state traces. We additionally confirm all our claims and product particulars with thorough analysis.

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TravelFreak is dedicated to offering each piece of data we are able to about deal with your subsequent journey like a professional. I wrote this Ride1Up Revv 1 overview primarily based on my first-hand testing and using expertise, in addition to analysis to confirm specs, elements, and different technical particulars.

Right here at TravelFreak, we’ve lived large lives. We’re gear junkies at coronary heart who imagine in investing in high quality gear that may final a lifetime. On the similar time, we don’t fall into (or suggest) the “gear entice” wherein one all the time wants the very best/most costly in an effort to get pleasure from themselves.

To that finish, we solely suggest merchandise that we truly like, and we preserve an sincere and clear relationship with the manufacturers we work with in addition to readers such as you.

The place to Purchase the Ride1Up Revv 1

Ride1Up is a direct-to-consumer model, that means you’ll probably purchase your new journey via the Ride1Up web site. The corporate additionally works with choose bike retailers and sellers across the U.S. to supply check rides, service bikes, and make direct purchases.

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