Top ebikes of 2023: Your Ultimate Buyers Guide!

Best 26in fat tire ebikes

• The Aventon Adventure 2 is the top pick for 26in fat tire bikes.
• The bike features a torque sensor, dual brake lights with turn signals, and excellent quality.
• However, it is a big and heavy bike.
• The Velocic Nomad 1 is the second choice and offers great styling and quality brakes.
• But it also has a heavy build and limited battery-powered tail lights.

“The Aventon Adventure 2 has everything I love in a fat tire E Bike”

Top cargo ebikes

• The Veletri Packer One is the recommended choice for cargo ebikes.
• It has a larger front tire for stability, a high weight capacity, and four piston brakes.
• However, it has limited accessories for carrying cargo.
• The Aventon Abound cargo ebike is the second choice with a torque sensor and multiple accessories.
• But it has a lower speed limit of 20 mph.

“The Veletri Packer One offers a bigger front tire for stability and high weight capacity”

Best utility ebikes

• The Rad Power RadRunner 3 Plus is the top choice for utility ebikes.
• Rad Power offers over 350 configurations and endless accessory options.
• It features a Twist throttle and reaches a top speed of 25 mph.
• However, it has limited color options and a loud rear hub motor.
• The Mokwheel Scoria is the second choice with a great look and a larger battery capacity.
• But it may require additional modifications to address pedaling issues.

“The Rad Power RadRunner 3 Plus offers extensive customization options and a high top speed”

Recommended foldable ebikes

• The Engwe Engine Pro is the top pick for foldable ebikes.
• It offers three power settings and comes with racks and fenders.
• However, it has a higher price tag of $1,500.
• The Aventure Sinch.2 is the second choice with excellent build quality and easy assembly.
• But it has mechanical brakes and was originally locked to 20 mph.
• The Gotrax F2 is a budget-friendly foldable bike that outperforms its price point.
• However, it comes with mechanical brakes and a basic display.

“The Engwe Engine Pro is like three bikes in one with its different power settings”

Best commuter ebikes

• The Aventon Level 2 is the recommended choice for commuter ebikes.
• It features a torque sensor, lightweight construction, and comfortable ride.
• The only con is the lack of an adjustable stem.
• The Velec Tre Discover 1 is the second choice with a variety of color options.
• It is nimble, lightweight, and offers a comfortable ride.
• However, it does not come with a rear rack.

“The Aventon Level 2 is a lightweight and nimble commuter bike with a torque sensor”

Top dual battery ebikes

• The MoonCool MC3 is the recommended choice for dual battery ebikes.
• It has dual motors, all-wheel drive, and an option to add a second battery.
• The bike offers an excellent price point.
• Blix Ultra is a Class 2/3 bike that is very versital
• It is easy to cruise at 30mph with the Blix Ultra

Moped Style ebikes

• Top pick Engwe M20.
• It has dual batteries, dual headlights and is super fun to ride.
• Good price point.

Overall Favorite Ebike of 2023

• Weighs only 36 lb and is minimalistic
• No throttle, no display
• The bike is silent and makes you feel good at pedaling
• Some may not like the absence of a throttle or display

“The Velotric T1ST weighs only 36 lb and is minimalistic, with no throttle or display. It is silent and makes you feel good at pedaling.”

Which One Reigns Supreme? Aventon Level 2 vs Aventure 2

Introduction

• Scott is going to compare the Aventon Level 2 and the Adventure 2 to help viewers decide which one to buy.

“we’re going to do is we’re going to look at the difference between the level two and the Adventure 2 to kind of help you decide which one you might want to buy”

Similarities

• Both bikes are class two e-bikes that can reach up to 20 mph using the torque sensor or thumb throttle. Both can be unlocked to reach class three speeds of 28 mph.
• Both bikes have a color display, USB port, and up to 60 miles of range on a single battery charge.
• They both come with Tekro two-piston hydraulic brakes, 8-speed transmission, trigger shifters, fenders, and a back rack.

“both of these bikes arrive as a class two and you can go up to 20 M an hour via the torque sensor that they both have or your thumb throttle that’s on the left hand side…both of these bikes through the Event app to take you up to class three speeds which is 28 mph…both bikes have a color display and a USB port at the bottom of each display to help you keep your phone charged…both of these bikes can do up to 60 mil on a single battery charge…both bikes come with Tekro two-piston hydraulic brakes and 180 mm rotors…both bikes have a Shimano 8-speed transmission and Trigger shifters…both bikes also come with fenders and a back rack”

Differences in Weight and Payload Capacity

• The Level 2 weighs 62 lb with a payload capacity of 300 lb, while the Adventure 2 weighs 77 lb with a payload capacity of 400 lb. Heavier riders may prefer the Adventure 2.

“the Level 2 weighs 62 lb and has a payload capacity of 300 lb…The Adventure 2 weighs 77 lb but has a payload capacity of 400 lb…if you are a heavier Rider then I would suggest that you might want to go ahead and choose the Adventure 2 over the level two”

Differences in Size

• Both bikes come in different sizes based on rider height. The Level 2 has a regular size for riders who are 5’3″ to 5’10” and a large size for riders who are 5’10” to 6’4″. The Adventure 2 has a smaller size for riders who are 4’11” to 5’7″ and a larger size for riders who are 5’7″ to 6’1″.

“the regular [size] which is great for Riders who are 53 to 510 and the large which is great for Riders who are 510 to 64…the smaller size is great for Riders who are 411 to 57 and the larger size is great for Riders who are 57 to 61”

Differences in Battery and Motor Power

• The Level 2 uses a 48V 14Ah battery with 672Wh of power, while the Adventure 2 has a 48V 15Ah battery with 720Wh of power. The Adventure 2 has a more powerful motor, with 750W peak power and 80 Nm of torque, compared to the Level 2’s 500W rear hub motor with 750W peak power and 60 Nm of torque.

“the level two uses a 48 volt 14 amp hour with 672 wat hours of power while the adventure has a 48v 15 amp hour with 720 W hours of power…the level two has 500 W rear hub motor it has a peak power of 750 W and 60 Nm of torque…the adventure has a 750 W motor and it can peak out at 1,130 Watts it also has 80 Newton M of torque”

Differences in Tire Size and Type

• The Level 2 has 27.5-inch rims with 2.1-inch Kenda hybrid tires that are puncture-resistant with a street tread. The Adventure 2 is more suitable for off-roading with its 26×4-inch tires that have an aggressive tread.

“the level two sits on 27.5 in rims it has 2.1 in Kenda hybrid tires on them they’re puncture resistant and they have a great Street tread on them plus you have a through axle in the front…the Adventure is more for off-roading or basically any terrain it has 26x 4in tires on them it has an aggressive tread and this bike is basically built to go anywhere”

Riding Experience and Conclusion

• The Level 2 is lighter, nimble, and better for city riding, while the Adventure 2 feels like a luxury SUV, suitable for off-roading and plowing through any terrain.
• Scott personally prefers the Adventure 2 and has put more miles on it compared to the Level 2.

“the level two is light and it’s nimble and you feel like you can just whip it around anywhere well the Adventure 2 is like this bigv I mean it just it looks great it’s a much bigger bike or at least it feels that way and you’re just kind of like plowing through everything…when it comes to riding both bikes there actually is a big difference…if you’re looking for that kind of bike that you can just whip around well then yeah the level two is definitely going to be the one for you…if you want a bike that will go anywhere and do anything well the Adventure 2 is going to be the one to choose…if you spend most of your time in the city this 100% I would choose over the Adventure 2”