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Dan Cavallari

Ride1Up Roadster V2 review: fun to ride, great for commutes

Ride1Up Roadster V2 parked outside.
Ride1Up Roadster V2 specs

Weight: 33 lbs
Motor: 500W peak, 350W nominal hub, 40Nm of torque
Max assist speed: up to 24mph
Battery: 36V, 7Ah Samsung 35e Cells
Maximum advertised range: 30 miles
Charge time: Up to 4 hours
Drivetrain: 64/20T singlespeed Toptrans Belt Drive
Max weight capacity: 275 lbs

Electric bikes often have a distinctive look; the battery and motor mark them out as more tech-heavy than regular bikes. But Ride1Up’s Roadster V2 pulls off a magical combination, looking like a regular, non-motorized commuter bike, but it with plenty of assist power and battery life. 

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