The Aventon Level 4 REC is a city e-bike with a step-through frame and a throttle. Its 733 Wh battery is 17% above the median for its class. That is the number that most distinguishes it from other city e-bikes. It also has 80 Nm of torque, which is 60% above the median.
This bike suits riders who want a comfortable, upright city bike with strong power for hills. The step-through frame makes mounting easy. The throttle helps with starts in traffic. But it weighs 31.1 kg, which is 16% above the median. That makes it heavy to lift or store.
What the numbers say
| Spec | This bike | Median for its type |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 733 Wh | 624 Wh |
| Weight | 31.1 kg | 26.8 kg |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Estimated range | 53 km | 46 km |
| Price | 1999 USD | 1299 USD |
Questions people ask about the Aventon Level 4 REC
How much does it weigh?
It weighs 31.1 kg. That is 16% above the median for city e-bikes, which is 26.8 kg. This is a heavy bike. You will notice the weight when you lift it onto a rack or carry it up stairs.
How much torque does it have?
It has 80 Nm of torque. That is 60% above the median for its class, which is 50 Nm. This gives strong acceleration and helps on hills. The motor type and rated power are not published.
What speed class is it?
The speed class is not listed. Top speed is also not published. You should check with the manufacturer or a dealer for this information. Without it, you cannot know if it is legal where you ride.
How far does it really go?
The manufacturer claims 121 km. Our estimate is 53 km, with a band of 46 to 59 km. That is 56% below the claim. The estimate uses a formula: battery capacity divided by consumption, under one reference ride for every bike on the site. It is not a measurement. Use the range calculator to see how your own route might change it.
What does it cost to run?
The price is 1999 USD. That is 54% above the median for its class, which is 1299 USD. Running costs depend on your electricity price and how far you ride. We do not have those figures. Use the cost calculator to work out your own costs.
Where it falls short
The main trade-off is weight against price. This bike is heavy at 31.1 kg, which is 16% above the median. It also costs 1999 USD, which is 54% above the median. You get a large battery and strong torque, but you pay for it in both money and mass. The estimated range is 53 km, only 15% above the median, so the extra battery does not give you a huge range advantage.
Who should buy it
This bike suits riders who want strong torque and a step-through frame. It also has a throttle, which helps in stop-and-go traffic. But the high weight and price mean it is not for everyone. Consider it if those features matter more to you than saving money or easy storage.
- You want a step-through city bike with a throttle for easy starts.
- You need strong torque for hills and do not mind the weight.
- You have a secure ground-floor storage spot and do not need to lift the bike.
Look elsewhere if you need to carry your bike up stairs or onto a rack. The 31.1 kg weight makes that hard. Also look elsewhere if you want a lower price. At 1999 USD, this bike is 54% above the median. And if you need a published speed class or warranty, this bike does not list them.
