(Last updated on March 17th, 2023)
Aventon is an e-bike company dedicated to making top-of-the-line bikes at affordable prices. Aventon is shaking things up with its well-designed but affordable e-bike offerings in an industry that can be very expensive. Their mission is to make bikes that are durable, dependable, and accessible so riders can be free to ride however they want.
In this article, we’re going to talk about the best Aventon E-bikes that you can buy. We’ll give you the basic specs for each one, talk about what makes each bike unique, and go over why we chose these bikes from the Aventon lineup. Let’s get started.
How We Chose the Best Ebikes
There are so many different things to look for in an e-bike. Here are the factors that we considered when choosing the best Aventon bikes.
Class
E-bikes are available in different classes.
- Class 1. Pedal-assist mode means the motor only gives you assistance while you are pedaling, and only up to 20pmh.
- Class 2. It has the same pedal-assist mode as Class 1, but it also has a throttle-only mode, which means the motor also works without you pedaling.
- Class 3. Pedal-assist works up to 28mph. Class 3 bikes may or may not have a throttle-only mode.
What’s important to understand about ebike classes is that not all classes are legal in all areas. Therefore, you need to know your local laws and understand what you are allowed to use. However, some of these bikes are able to be adjusted. For example, the Sinch bike is shipped as a Class 2 e-bike, which means it has both pedal assist and throttle speeds up to 20mph. However, if you are riding on private property, you can modify the speed limit to 24mph. On the other hand, you can also ride the bike with the throttle unplugged and removed if throttle-only bikes are not permitted where you ride.
Range
The range of an e-bike is dependent on a number of characteristics. Most of the e-bikes produced by Aventon have an average range of 40 mph. However, this is somewhat of an estimate because your actual results may vary. For example, the more you use the throttle or pedal assist over your own leg speed, the more your mileage will be reduced. On the other hand, your mileage will also be reduced by using the ebike on lots of hills, to carry heavy loads, or in heavy winds.
You’ll get more mileage downhill and with a tailwind than you would riding uphill with a headwind.
Throttle on Demand
Some brands of ebikes require you to pedal before you can use the throttle. However, Aventon bikes have throttle on demand, which means you can use the throttle from a stopped position without having to kickstart it by pedaling.
Five Levels of Pedal Assist
Aventon ebikes offer five different levels of pedal assist. This means you can use as little or as much of the pedal assist as you need. The less you use, the further you can go. The more pedal assist you need, the shorter the battery life and, therefore, the miles you can go before you need to recharge the battery.
Bike Weight
Ebikes can be extremely heavy, depending on the frame, components, battery, and motor. Aventon has a wide range of weights of their ebikes. In our lineup, the Soltera is the lightest ebike, weighing just 41 pounds, which isn’t much heavier than a typical mountain bike. On the other hand, the Aventure, which has a bigger battery and a bigger motor, weighs in at a hefty 73 pounds.
If there is a chance you’ll be pedaling without the pedal assist, you’ll want to consider the weight of the bike. If you need to carry the bike upstairs or load it into your car, you may need a lighter weight bike.
Max Rider Weight
When referring to max rider weight, we actually mean the rider and cargo. Most of the ebikes in Aventon’s roster have a maximum carry weight of 300 pounds, although some beefier bikes will go up to 400 pounds. Therefore, you’ll want to consider the weight your ebike can handle if you are a larger rider or if you’ll be carrying a lot of cargo.
Motor
To oversimplify, the more watts an e-bike can produce, the more power it has and the faster it can go. However, a more powerful motor, such as in the Aventure, will require much more battery power to keep it going than a much smaller motor, such as in the Soltera.
Choose the motor based on the riding you’ll be doing. For example, lots of off-road, hilly areas will need more power in the motor, while a flatter, smoother commute really doesn’t need as much power.
Brakes
You really want to have good brakes if you’re riding an e-bike. That’s because you can get up to some pretty fast speeds, so you’ll need really good stopping power. The best brakes for ebikes are hydraulic disc brakes – they have the most stopping power, and if you’re riding a bike that goes up to 28mph, you’ll absolutely want to have hydraulic disc brakes.
If you’re riding a slower bike, you can consider mechanical discs and even caliper brakes to save a little cash. However, hydraulic disc brakes are much more expensive than the other two and will raise the cost of the bike.
Foldable
If you’ll be storing the bike indoors, riding it to the train or bus stop, or taking it into the office, you might want a folding bike. Aventon’s foldable ebikes are sturdy and don’t take up much space.
Budget and Price
Typically, you get what you pay for, and if you purchase a cheap ebike, you’re going to have a bike with cheap components. Not so much with Aventon’s ebikes, however. We just love their dedication to producing reasonably priced e-bikes with well-made components and designs. Even within their bikes, there is a range of prices from $999 to $1799.
The Best Aventon E-Bikes
| Bike | Sinch Foldable | Pace 350.2 | Level 2 | Aventure | Soltera | Level |
| Type | Best Folding Ebike | Best Step-Through E-Bike | Best Commuter E-bike | Best E-Bike for Off-Road | Best Budget Ebike | Best All Around Ebike |
| Weight | 68 pounds | 49 Pounds | 54 pounds | 73 pounds | 41 pounds | 62 pounds |
| Max speed | 20 mph | 20mph | 28 mph | 28 | 20 | 28 |
| Motor | 750 W Peak/ 500 Watt sustained brushless motor | 350 Watt Brushless motor | 750 W Peak/ 500 Watt sustained brushless motor | 1130 W Peak/ 750 Watt sustained brushless motor | 350 Watt brushless motor | 750 Watt Peak, 500W sustained brushless rear hub motor |
| Class | II | II | II | II | II | III |
| Range | 40 miles | 40 miles | Up to 60 miles | 45 miles average | 41 miles average | 40 miles average |
| Brakes | Mechanical Disc | Mechanical Disc | Hydraulic Disc | Hydraulic Disc | Caliper | Hydraulic Disc |
| Price | $1799 | $1399 | $1949 | $1999 | $999 | $1799 |
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| Rating | 9.5/10 | 8/10 | 10/10 | 9.5/10 | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Best Folding E-Bike
1. Sinch Foldable E-Bike
Our Rating
9.5/10
$1799
KEY SPECS
| Class II E-Bike | |
| 20 MPH pedal assist | |
| Five levels of pedal assist | |
| Average 40-mile range | |
| Throttle on demand | |
| Bike weight: 68 pounds | |
| Max Rider Weight: 300 pounds | |
| 750 W Peak/ 500 Watt sustained brushless motor | |
| 7 Speed Chain | |
| Mechanical Disc Brakes | |
| Puncture Resistant Tires |
PROS
- Great if you need to save space
- Removable throttle if you can’t use a throttle where you ride
CONS
- A little bit heavy for a foldable bike
- With only 20mph of pedal assist, it could use a longer battery range
This is a cleverly designed bike with solid, durable components. We love how it folds up for storage, so it doesn’t take up as much of your precious space. This is an exceptional bike for an urban commute, with 20mph pedal-assist to get you where you need to go and plenty of watts in the drivetrain.
OUR VERDICT
We give the Sinch a 9.5/10. Its folding design, removable throttle, and 20 mph pedal assist are nearly perfect. It only loses points on its weight. However, for a folding bike, it’s pretty heavy, so you might have a bit of trouble carrying it up and down steps or on and off of the train.
Best Step-Through E-Bike
2. Pace 350.2
Our Rating
8/10
$1399
KEY SPECS
| Class II E-Bike | |
| 20 MPH pedal assist | |
| Five levels of pedal assist | |
| Average 40-mile range | |
| Throttle on demand | |
| Bike weight: 49 pounds | |
| Max Rider Weight: 300 pounds | |
| 350 Watt sustained brushless motor | |
| 7 Speed Chain | |
| Mechanical Disc Brakes | |
| Butyl Rubber Tires with Schrader Valves |
PROS
- Easy to mount with its step-through design
- Very comfortable, upright geometry makes riding fun and relaxed
CONS
- This bike has a smaller motor than other Aventon bikes.
- The lack of a top tube reduces storage capacity, but you can manage that with a rear rack.
If you need a bike that is easy to ride, you’ll want to consider the Pace 350.2. This bike is so easy to mount with its extra low, step-through design. It also has a very relaxed and upright geometry, making it comfortable to ride even if you have trouble bending.
It has five levels of pedal assist as well as a removable throttle.
OUR VERDICT
This bike is terrific if you have a little trouble bending or throwing your leg over the top of a regular top tube. But we think it would be a lot more fun if it had some more power to its motor at this price point, so although we love some of the aspects of this bike, we give it an 8/10.
Best Commuter E-bike
3. Level.2 Commuter E-Bike
Our Rating
10/10
$1949
KEY SPECS
| Class II E-Bike | |
| 28 MPH pedal assist, 20 PMH on the throttle | |
| Five levels of pedal assist | |
| Up to a 60-mile range | |
| Throttle on demand | |
| Bike weight: 54 pounds | |
| Max Rider Weight: 300 pounds | |
| 750 W Peak/ 500 Watt sustained brushless motor | |
| 8 Speed Chain | |
| Hybrid Tires | |
| Hydraulic Disc Brakes |
PROS
- This bike gives you both range and speed.
- Hydraulic disc brakes give it plenty of stopping power.
CONS
- This bike definitely comes in at a higher price point.
- It’s only available in 2 sizes, so it might not work for shorter riders.
The Level.2 is an all-around great commuter bike, whether you’re headed to work without a car or grabbing some groceries. It has a comfortable front suspension, integrated lights and battery, a rear rack and fenders, and for the first time, a torque sensor. You get plenty of speed, too, with a sturdy motor and up to 28 mph pedal assist, all for a mere 54 pounds worth of bike.
OUR VERDICT
The Level.2 also gets a whopping 10/10. As mentioned below, they’ve taken the Level and amped it up with a torque sensor and up to 60-mile range. The weight is a very manageable 54 pounds for its 500-watt motor. We also love the hydraulic disc brakes for that extra stopping power you need at 28mph. If you’re looking for a solid ebike to replace your car for commuting, this one is well-designed and reliable (and don’t forget, it’s fun, too!)
See the Level.2 in action!
Best E-Bike for Off-Road
4. Aventure E-bike
Our Rating
9.5/10
$1999
KEY SPECS
| Class II E-Bike | |
| 28 MPH pedal assist, 20 PMH on the throttle | |
| Five levels of pedal assist | |
| Average 45-mile range | |
| Throttle on demand | |
| Bike weight: 73 pounds | |
| Max Rider Weight: 400 pounds | |
| 1130 W Peak/ 750 Watt sustained brushless motor | |
| 8 Speed Chain | |
| 4inch fat tires | |
| Hydraulic Disc Brakes |
PROS
- This bike gives you lots of speed and power.
- You’ll be comfortable both on and off the road with the front suspension and fat tires.
CONS
- The bike is a little heavier at 73 pounds, but with lots of motor power, you might not notice.
Aventure is the best off-road bike they’ve got. It’s beautifully designed but robust and rugged, too. It has lovely fat tires, a comfortable suspension fork, fenders, and lights to keep you safe over all kinds of terrain.
If you are riding on private property, you can adjust the max speed to give you more power. It also has a color display and an app.
OUR VERDICT
We give the Aventure a happy 9.5/10. We love the adjustable max speed, the powerful motor, the extra rider-cargo weight, and the hydros. Of course, we don’t love the price, but still, we have to admit – for the quality and reliability of this bike, the price isn’t that bab
Best Budget E-bike
5. Soltera
Our Rating
9/10
$999
KEY SPECS
| Class II E-Bike | |
| Single Speed | |
| 20 PMH pedal assist | |
| Five levels of pedal assist | |
| Average 41-mile range | |
| Throttle on demand | |
| Bike weight: 41 pounds | |
| Max Rider Weight: 300 pounds | |
| 350 Watt brushless motor | |
| 700C tires | |
| Caliper Brakes |
PROS
- Very accessible pricing makes this a great entry-level e-bike.
- Gives you a generous 41-mile range, on average.
CONS
- Caliper brakes don’t seem to be the most helpful for an e-bike, although this one only hits speeds of 20mph with the pedal assist.
- 350-watt motor. The soltera is a great bike, but the motor does not give you a lot of assist.
Aventure is the best off-road bike they’ve got. It’s beautifully designed but robust and rugged, too. It has lovely fat tires, a comfortable suspension fork, fenders, and lights to keep you safe over all kinds of terrain.
If you are riding on private property, you can adjust the max speed to give you more power. It also has a color display and an app.
OUR VERDICT
We love entry-level ebikes like this one for their affordability and ease of use. We give this bike a 9/10. It’s durable, pleasant to ride, and inexpensive, but we question the use of caliper brakes on an e-bike.
Best All Around Ebike
6. Level
Our Rating
10/10
$1799
KEY SPECS
| Class III E-Bike | |
| Up to 28 mph pedal assist, 20 mph throttle | |
| Five levels of pedal assist | |
| Average 40-mile range | |
| Throttle on demand | |
| Bike weight: 62 pounds | |
| Max Rider Weight: 300 pounds | |
| 750 Watt Peak, 500W sustained brushless rear hub motor | |
| 27.5 ebike tires | |
| Eight-speed | |
| Hydraulic disc brakes |
PROS
- Fun, fast ride with an eight-speed drivetrain and up to 28 mph.
- Excellent stopping power with hydraulic disc brakes.
CONS
- A little bit heavy at 62 pounds, although not the heaviest ebike, either.
- I would love to see a little more oomph in the motor at this price point.
The Level is one of Aventon’s best-selling ebikes. And although it costs a little more than some of their other offerings, we think it is definitely worth the dollars. First of all, this is a class 3 e-bike. It has throttle on demand, with a 28mph pedal assist and 20 mph throttle. It has a 500-watt sustained brushless rear hub motor, so it gives you plenty of oomph for commuting, getting groceries, or just having fun.
The bike isn’t too heavy, coming in at 62 pounds and averaging about 40 miles per battery charge.
OUR VERDICT
This bike is really the do-it-all bike. With generous suspension to even out rough terrain, fenders to keep you clean, and a high-speed pedal assist, we think this is the best all-around ebike that Aventon has to offer. It manages everything well- from trips to work to trips to the playground; it’ll carry your groceries or your laptop with ease and make the ride both comfortable and fun.
We give this bike a full 10/10 for its balance of nice components, comfortable ride, flexibility, and of course, price.
Check out this review the Level for more!
Frequently Asked Questions
The faster you go, the stronger braking power you’ll need. Hydraulic disc brakes give you the most stopping power.
Surprisingly, e-bikes are illegal in some places. In other places, only pedal assist is legal. If that’s the case, most Aventon e-bikes give you the ability to unplug and remove the throttle to keep your ride legal.
Yes, you can purchase spare ebike batteries from the Aventon website for $499.99.
Yes. You can test-ride Aventon bikes at any Aventon dealer.
All of the manuals are available on the Aventon website.
Amanda Whittington is an expert writer, impassioned cyclist, and musician. Coming from a diverse educational background, Amanda discovered a deep-rooted passion for encouraging others through her love of all things cycling, writing, and inspiring hope.
You’ll likely find Amanda pouring over bike specs, comparing the hottest cycling tech, and sporting the latest jerseys while juggling the demands of her editorial calendar, training schedule, tiny homestead, and 6 busy kids.
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