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Core-5 ST
A 650b aluminum frame commuter e-bike with modest components and tektro mechanical disc brakes.
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$1,045| Weight | 49.0 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Rigid |
| Fork | Aluminum |
| Wheels | 650b Aluminum |
| Groupset | Altus |
| Motor | 750W hub-drive |
| Brakes | Tektro Mechanical Disc |
3'11" +
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Jan 2023 · Michael Clark
Summary Review: Ride1UP Core-5 For current pricing on the Ride1UP Core-5 click here I'm a sucker for sleek, stealthy bikes. I've always appreciated the subtle details that can add up into one bike. Ride1UP's Core-5 is just that, as everything from the sharp angles on the top tube to the low profile battery integration on
Right away we noticed that the Ride1UP Core-5 can move! It’s a fast-rolling bike with or without the motor.
We dug the Core-5’s Looks. Absolute stunner for a budget e-bike. XR and ST versions both look good and the battery is integrated beautifully.
The motor engages reliably and at a ramped up rate so it isn’t full steam instantly.
The Core-5 had really good handling, we had no problem leaning it into corners.
The Core-5 surprised us with its breaking capabilities. We think it’s due to the bike being lighter weight than some of its competitors.
The battery life doesn’t last particularly long
We noticed the motor is a tad bit noisy at top speed. Not a big deal at this price point, but it’s there.
Seat is too cruiser oriented for the rest of the bike style. Something smaller, and more rigid would fit the looks and intended use of the Core-5 in our opinion.
Jun 2022 · Jeremy Benson
The Ride1Up Core-5 impressed our testers and easily beat out the competition in our test of the top-ranked budget electric bikes. This Class 3 model boasts...
Reasonably priced
Very high price-to-performance ratio
Smooth ride
Powerful 750W motor
28 mph top pedal assist speed
Doesn't come with lights
Motor is a little noisy
| Frame | Lightweight 6061 alloy frame with internal protected & locked electronics Colors: Mint; Midnight-Gray; Blue |
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| Fork | Smooth Welded 6061 Alloy |
| Stem | Promax 28.6mm, 90mm ext. 31.8mm Bar Clamp |
| Handlebar | ST: Swept-back Ergonomic Cafe Bars. XR: 50mm Rise 640mm Width |
| Saddle | Selle Royal Freeway Plush Gel |
| Seatpost | Promax 350mmx31.6mm Angle Adjustable Seat Post Type: Rigid |
| Grips | Ergonomic Rubber Grips |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Altus |
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| Shifters | Shimano ASLTX30R 7-speed |
| Cassette | Shimano 11-32T |
| Chain | KMC Z7 7-speed Chain |
| Brakes | Tektro 160mm Mechanical Disc, w/ Electric Cut Off Sensor Type: Tektro Mechanical Disc |
| Rims | Powerwheel P19H |
|---|---|
| Spokes | 13G Black Stainless steel |
| Tires | Kenda Kwick Seven.5 27.5”x2.2 |
| Motor | 48V Geared Hub Shengyi Motor 750w Sustained |
|---|---|
| Battery | 48V12.8ah Reention Eel Pro LG Cells, Smart BMS |
| Remote | 48V18A Lishui Sine-wave (potential peak output of 1000w) |
| Display | KD21C Adjustable Speed LCD |
| Lights | 60 Lux Front Light |
|---|---|
| Racks | Available As Accessory Purchase |
First added January 21
Last updated June 24
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