2023 Aventon

Pace 500.2 Step-Through

The Aventon Pace 500.3 offers a smooth and comfortable ride, with a step-through frame that makes it easy to mount and dismount, perfect for both commuting and casual cruising. Its lightweight build at 54 lbs is a plus for those needing to lift or move the bike often.

With a 500W rear hub motor and torque sensor, the Pace 500.3 provides enough power for most riders, giving a natural pedal assist feel. The ability to switch between Class 2 and Class 3 modes adds versatility, whether you’re cruising or need a little extra speed.

The bike’s component lineup, featuring trusted brands like Shimano and Tektro, performed well in testing, adding reliability without overcomplicating things. It also includes thoughtful safety features like integrated lighting and turn signals, making it suitable for urban rides.

While the color display can be hard to see in bright sunlight and the wire management could use some refinement, these are minor issues in an otherwise well-rounded e-bike. With solid range, good power, and a range of customization options, the Pace 500.3 delivers a reliable, enjoyable ride for most riders. See Latest Price

Company’s always risk ruining a great bike by updating them, but that’s not what Aventon did here. They made a good e-bike better by not overdoing it.

The 614.4Wh battery is now frame integrated and extended the bike’s range.

The addition of Aventon’s new full color LCD display is a really great add. It’s useful, easy to read and has some fun features we don’t see often.

Our review bike had name-brand components across the board, which was refreshing after several years of parts shortages.

It has the upright geometry of a cruiser bike but the pedalability and light handling of a commuter, making the Pace a uniquely comfortable and capable e-bike.

I love the inset tail lights. It’s a purely aesthetic thing, but seems to have become something of a signature design feature for Aventon.

Like many step-throughs I’ve reviewed, the Pace 500’s frame is geared toward smaller riders. I love step-through e-bikes, but at 6’1” the Aventon is on the smaller side for me. It would be great to see Aventon make a step-through version for taller people.