Which eBike is right for you?
February 5, 2020
Which eBike is right for you? The 500 Series vs 700 Series
Both the 500 and 700 series bikes are actually built with a very similar level of components. While on paper, the 700 series may seem like the better buy, the 500 series is not to be overlooked.
500 Series Pros
Comfort – The 500 series has fantastic frame geometry for those that fit the bill. It allows for upright stress-free touring unlike any other.
Agility – Light weight, compact bars, and grippy all-surface tires allow for quick sharp turns and easy maneuvering.
Value – Unbeatable; the 500 Series is the best performance to dollar value you can get.
Durability – While some of the components are simpler, they are also easy to maintain. Take care of it, and it will last decades.
500 Series Cons
Battery (Ah) Range – The stock battery is 1 ah less than the 700 series, but there is the option to reverse that with the 17.5ah battery (Only available as a separate purchase).
Look – While this is still a beautiful bike, when compared to the 700, we had to consider this a con.
700 Series Pros
Aesthetics – Yeah, pretty easy to see what were talking about here. You’ll get some head-turning stares.
Speed – 27mph top cruising speed vs the 500 Series 25mph cruising speed. On long straight roads, that may be very important.
Features – Hydraulic brakes, metal fenders, color screen, taillight. The 700 series offers some extras which aren’t always needed, but nice.
700 Series Cons
Weight – At 63lbs, the 700 series feels a little more bulky than the 500. Turns are going to feel a little bit more deliberate.
Battery Options – The 700 series does not have a battery size upgrade option. The fully integrated electronics do not allow for it.
Comparison
| Model | 500 Series | 700 Series | ||
| Motor | ☑ | Shengyi 48V Geared Hub | ☑ | Shengyi 48V Geared Hub |
| ☑ | 750W Motor | ☑ | 750W Motor | |
| Battery (Voltage) | ☑ | 48V Reention Dorado | ☑ | 48V Reention Rhino |
| Ah | 13Ah | ☑ | 14Ah | |
| Range | 25-45 | ☑ | 30-50 | |
| Controller | ☑ | 48V22A Lishui Sine-wave | ☑ | 48V22A Lishui Sine-wave |
| Display | Gray Scale LCD | ☑ | Full Color LCD | |
| Brakes | Mechanical Tektro | ☑ | Hydraulic Tektro | |
| Front Suspension | Suntour XCT | ☑ | Hydraulic Lockout Suspension Fork | |
| Wheels | Kenda Kwick Seven.5 27.5×2.2 | ☑ | Schwalbe SUPER MOTO X 27.5×2.4 | |
| Cadence Sensor | ☑ | 12 Magnet | ☑ | 12 Magnet |
| Gearing | ☑ | 8 speed Acera Trigger Shift | ☑ | 8 speed Acera Trigger Shift |
| Chain Ring | 44T | 45T | ||
| Cassette | 11-30T Cassette | 11-30T Cassette | ||
| Pedal Assist | ☑ | Adjustable 0-9 Levels | ☑ | Adjustable 0-9 Levels |
| Front light | ☑ | Blaze-lite LED | ☑ | Blaze-lite LED |
| Rear light | x | ☑ | Blaze-lite LED | |
| Fenders | Select as add-on | ☑ | Included | |
| Rear Rack | Select as add-on | ☑ | Included | |
| Speed | ☑ | 28mph | ☑ | 28mph |
| Weight | ☑ | 53lbs (w/out rack + fenders) | 63lbs |
Owners Choice:
500 Series, Gold with Straight Bars.
