2026 Aventon

Pace 5 REC Step-Through

The Pace 5’s programming and power delivery are a perfect pairing; the bike has ample power but dishes it out effectively and responsively, making pedaling easy without feeling scary.

Its theft prevention features are top-notch, offering riders peace of mind through integrated wheel and battery locks, a motion detection and alarm system, GPS location tracking, and more.

Aventon built in loads of customization options available through the Aventon app, including motor tuning, torque and cadence sensing modes, granular speed adjustment, and more.

Handling feels well-balanced between relaxed and sharp; the city cruiser design and handlebars pair well with the lively motor and rigid fork.

Its performance was great, with above-average results in nearly all areas of our testing.

The bike is generally well-equipped for its price, with integrated lights and turn signals, a color display, and even an optional regenerative braking feature with two modes.

It’s tough to deny the bike’s sharp looks and big personality. Aventon’s choice of five color options ensures a bike for just about everyone.

While it was designed with a focus on comfort and largely pulls that off, an included suspension seatpost would complete its vision.

The frame design can result in a loose chain getting jammed. The throttle can get you home, but having a spare chain might be a good idea.

Return to swept-back Dutch-style handlebars and comfort-focused geometry

750W motor (peak 1440W) with smooth torque sensor

Excellent handling for a cruiser - nimble, stiff frame, no wobble

733Wh battery with LG cells, UL 2271 certified

Regenerative braking adds 5-6 miles range

Full ACU suite: 4G/GPS tracking, e-lock, geo-fencing, motion alerts, Apple Watch integration

Ride Tune app allows custom motor output per assist level

Gravity-cast frame, clean cable routing, name-brand components

Tektro hydraulic disc brakes with 180mm rotors

Good value at $1,799

No suspension seat post included (surprising for a comfort cruiser)

Firm tire compound reduces braking grip slightly

Only two frame sizes (R and L), no high-step option

Adjustable stem could allow higher handlebar position

Shimano Altus 8-speed drivetrain is entry-level, could use wider gear range

The Aventon Pace 5 REC returns to the comfort-first cruiser geometry that made the original Pace series so popular, pairing swept-back handlebars and a step-through frame with a powerful 750W motor (peaking at 1,440W in Boost Mode) that makes this one of the punchiest lightweight cruisers on the market today.

At around 60 lbs with the battery installed, the Pace 5 REC is lighter than most of Aventon's other models, and that lighter weight combines with the upgraded motor to create a riding experience that feels incredibly responsive, peppy, and fun - yet still very smooth and controlled even at full power output.

The Pace 5 REC doesn't include a suspension seat post - a minor but notable omission given that Aventon has included one on most of their other bikes in recent years - though the bike more than makes up for it with an impressive tech package that includes the Aventon ACU, 4G/GPS connectivity, regenerative braking, Apple Watch compatibility, and over-the-air firmware updates, all for $1,799.

In real-world range testing, the Pace 5 REC delivered nearly 50 miles in Turbo mode - an impressive result - and the 733Wh battery with regenerative braking makes this one of the more efficient cruisers in its class, with a manufacturer-claimed range of up to 75 miles in Eco. See Latest Price