342 reviews for 700 Series
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Jonathan D
My 700XR has been the most fun I've had with my clothes on in a loooong time! And don't be fooled by claims of an ebike being a cheat when it comes to exercise, either. I've ridden much farther and longer on this thanks to pedal assist than I ever did on my man-powered bike, and the post-activity burn I'm feeling in my core and legs doesn't lie. Sure, you'll get the most calorie burn from a manual bike, but when those rides are uncomfortable and you feel like you're not getting anywhere, you eventually stop. With this, I've ridden every day since I got it, at least 45 minutes and 12+ miles per ride, and I'm always looking forward to the next day when I can do it again. This thing is just awesome!
Mike Holleron
Great bike, I purchased in November and have no problems. Very comfortable ride on pavement and trails. Love the larger tires. I added a setup I made that straps to the rack to carry my golf clubs. I am able to ride to the local course and use it on the course. Had to add another kickstand to handle the extra load but works great. Would highly recommend this bike to anyone.
Kurt Spingath
I bought two 700s, an ST and XR for me and my wife. They have been game changers for our riding experience. We can actually ride together without me always waiting for her to catch up. I am still surprised to find her right behind me on long rides. A 15 to 20 mile ride is no longer a difficult ride for her. They have worked perfectly for us right out of the box and assembly was challenging on the first one but a breeze on the second after the first experience. We are in our mid 60s and plan to utilize these bikes in our near retirement for years to come.
Matt
I recently purchased a 700 XR. I did tons of research into finding the perfect, affordable, e-bike and this was the only logical decision. I wanted something that would be good to ride through the Pine Barrens where I live. I couldn't be more satisfied with this product. It's so frigging fast and the battery life is exceptional. Thank you for such an amazing bike. I can't wait to get out and explore more with it.
Bill
Very pleased with my purchase of the XR 700 Series. I'm a larger guy pushing the upper limits of the weight restrictions of the bike, and I must say that this bike is a beast. It had no trouble getting me up to speed and I was able to get 28 mph with level 5 assist. I honestly didn't expect the bike to perform as well as it has. Having put over 30 miles on the bike since receiving it two days ago, I'm glad I made the choice to buy this bike. Also, would very much recommend the phone holder accessory they offer. It's a nice item and holds my iPhone 11 perfectly and securely. Get one, get on it, and get going! Thanks, Ride1Up!
Wade Beltramo
I Looooove the 700 ST. Good parts. Great features. Great value. Perfect for commuting, shopping, riding for fun. Fits nice. Extremely comfortable ride. Easy to stand up and climb if I want/need to. I’m 5’7” with a 30” inseam. DOWNLOAD. THE. UPDATED. MANUAL (https://ride1up.freshdesk.com/a/solutions/articles/65000167851). The 700 ST has some nice upgraded parts that are not in the online photos/video: rear kickstand, upgraded rear fender (easier install, no flange nut needed), & adjustable stem. The manual that was shipped with the bike does not reflect these new upgraded parts. So don’t freak out. You probably aren’t missing parts. Just check the updated manual. Also, be careful with your torque settings. I strongly recommend using a torque wrench to securely fasten your parts. But the shipped manual has incorrect torque settings for the clamp bar. See the attached photo for my explanation regarding the torque settings. Other than that, no regrets. Will report commuting experience & battery life (13.3 mi one-way) after a month or so & dialing in my PAS settings.
Wade Beltramo
I Looooove the 700 ST. Good parts. Great features. Great value. Perfect for commuting, shopping, riding for fun. Fits nice. Extremely comfortable ride. Easy to stand up and climb if I want/need to. I’m 5’7” with a 30” inseam. DOWNLOAD. THE. UPDATED. MANUAL (https://ride1up.freshdesk.com/a/solutions/articles/65000167851). The 700 ST has some nice upgraded parts that are not in the online photos/video: rear kickstand, upgraded rear fender (easier install, no flange nut needed), & adjustable stem. The manual that was shipped with the bike does not reflect these new upgraded parts. So don’t freak out. You probably aren’t missing parts. Just check the updated manual. Also, be careful with your torque settings. I strongly recommend using a torque wrench to securely fasten your parts. But the shipped manual has incorrect torque settings for the clamp bar. See the attached photo for my explanation regarding the torque settings. Other than that, no regrets. Will report commuting experience & battery life (13.3 mi one-way) after a month or so & dialing in my PAS settings.
Paul
I spent quite a long time researching and studying not only this bike but this segment of bikes, for me it came down to the Aventon Level and the 700 Series. in the end, the Ride1up was exactly the same quality as the Aventon so it came down to features, the customizable assist levels are way more important than people think! other than that the 700 had: Color Display, Water Bottle cage bracket, Tektro Hydraulic brakes, Leather Ergo Grips, Integrated Lights, and 25% more suspension travel... oh, and the price was 100$ cheaper! if you threw a trek logo on the side of this you could sell it for twice the price and no one would question it. I am very satisfied with my choice!
Paul
I spent quite a long time researching and studying not only this bike but this segment of bikes, for me it came down to the Aventon Level and the 700 Series. in the end, the Ride1up was exactly the same quality as the Aventon so it came down to features, the customizable assist levels are way more important than people think! other than that the 700 had: Color Display, Water Bottle cage bracket, Tektro Hydraulic brakes, Leather Ergo Grips, Integrated Lights, and 25% more suspension travel... oh, and the price was 100$ cheaper! if you threw a trek logo on the side of this you could sell it for twice the price and no one would question it. I am very satisfied with my choice!
Paul
I spent quite a long time researching and studying not only this bike but this segment of bikes, for me it came down to the Aventon Level and the 700 Series. in the end, the Ride1up was exactly the same quality as the Aventon so it came down to features, the customizable assist levels are way more important than people think! other than that the 700 had: Color Display, Water Bottle cage bracket, Tektro Hydraulic brakes, Leather Ergo Grips, Integrated Lights, and 25% more suspension travel... oh, and the price was 100$ cheaper! if you threw a trek logo on the side of this you could sell it for twice the price and no one would question it. I am very satisfied with my choice!
Rodrigo M.
Purchased his and hers 700’s less than a month ago. Super comfortable esp with the plush saddles. Assembly was also a breeze - thanks to the detailed video by Ride1up! Throttle is very responsive and the pedal assist is super smooth. However, a slightly bigger LCD screen and a rear shock via the seat post would’ve completed this sweet bike..!! I would consider buying another Ride1up if they ever come out with a “fat tire” model..!! Thanks 1up...!!!
Rodrigo M.
Purchased his and hers 700’s less than a month ago. Super comfortable esp with the plush saddles. Assembly was also a breeze - thanks to the detailed video by Ride1up! Throttle is very responsive and the pedal assist is super smooth. However, a slightly bigger LCD screen and a rear shock via the seat post would’ve completed this sweet bike..!! I would consider buying another Ride1up if they ever come out with a “fat tire” model..!! Thanks 1up...!!!
Rodrigo M.
Purchased his and hers 700’s less than a month ago. Super comfortable esp with the plush saddles. Assembly was also a breeze - thanks to the detailed video by Ride1up! Throttle is very responsive and the pedal assist is super smooth. However, a slightly bigger LCD screen and a rear shock via the seat post would’ve completed this sweet bike..!! I would consider buying another Ride1up if they ever come out with a “fat tire” model..!! Thanks 1up...!!!
Rodrigo M.
Purchased his and hers 700’s less than a month ago. Super comfortable esp with the plush saddles. Assembly was also a breeze - thanks to the detailed video by Ride1up! Throttle is very responsive and the pedal assist is super smooth. However, a slightly bigger LCD screen and a rear shock via the seat post would’ve completed this sweet bike..!! I would consider buying another Ride1up if they ever come out with a “fat tire” model..!! Thanks 1up...!!!
Victor
Great bike! Most of my biking experience dates back many years as a kid, but wanted something fun and useful to help us get outside more in retirement. I use this bike for all kind of short errands. Quality construction and components that haven't let me down. I was also surprised that it is much easier to use even without power on level terrain than I expected. I did add a trunk bag that easily adapted to the back rack provided. My first electric bike so nothing I can compare to, but an all around winner for me that I hope to use many years.
Doug Nunn
Just assembled my 700 and got my first 10 miles in after the snow melted here in Boise. I really appreciate the level 3 power and comfortable ride. I compared the 700 against the big brand and came away liking the feature level for the same money. There is definitely more work in assembly but not that difficult. I would say the instruction manual needs some help with more detail and photos to help identify which bolts go where but nothing that is a deal breaker.
Scott Sigrist
This bike compares to other models that are $3,000 and more. I am very happy with the bike as well as the individual components. Battery/range is fantastic. Motor is powerful. Brakes, gears, etc are great! I get compliments on my bike every time I ride!
Brent
Great bike. Tested in parking lot several times. Finally took them out for a ride on the trail. Half a mile later my wife took a fall, broken shoulder required reverse shoulder replacement. Both bikes sold three days later. I’m sure new owners are enjoying them.
Daniel Cullen
Solid well build E-bike. Only regret was I didn't do it sooner. I did have an issue with it 200 miles in, and the customer support was outstanding for me, it was done correctly and toughly, to my complete satisfaction. One main thing potential buyer need to understand this is not an entry level bike, this is a solid well equipped, quality parts at a slightly higher entry level price, well less than bike of the same quality. I did put the bike together myself, while not very difficult it did take some time, all the electronics were already done, and all I had to assemble was the basic bike stuff, handle bars, seat, front wheel. I did take it to my local E-bike shop for inspection of my work, hey going 30 MPH I wanted to ensure I didn't forget to tighten a bolt. The shop sells ebikes @ $3000 and higher was very impressed with it, said I got a great deal, and joked (maybe a little concerned) don't tell anybody where I got it. I did promise them they get all my mod business (saddle bags, mirrors and all the other addons) and tune-ups, I plan on riding this for long time.
Jamie Szulkowski
I spent several weeks shopping for an e-bike and wanted to find a sweet spot where good quality met good service and pricing. All search results landed on the 700 series. I have put 1000 miles on the bike and it is a wonderfully designed and built machine. Comfortable and well thought out components. I had a spoke go out and worked with the Ride1up team and they got me back on the road. Planning on two more bikes for the family this year and Ride1up is our choice.
Jamie Szulkowski
I spent several weeks shopping for an e-bike and wanted to find a sweet spot where good quality met good service and pricing. All search results landed on the 700 series. I have put 1000 miles on the bike and it is a wonderfully designed and built machine. Comfortable and well thought out components. I had a spoke go out and worked with the Ride1up team and they got me back on the road. Planning on two more bikes for the family this year and Ride1up is our choice.
Jane S.
LUV this bike, it's fast and easy to operate. I was worries it may be a bit too heavy for me, but no - I easily lift it up to put on the car rack and up/down to a 2nd floor apartment. Not going off-road with it/not my thing and really having a blast on paved roads and bikes trail.
Jane S.
LUV this bike, it's fast and easy to operate. I was worries it may be a bit too heavy for me, but no - I easily lift it up to put on the car rack and up/down to a 2nd floor apartment. Not going off-road with it/not my thing and really having a blast on paved roads and bikes trail.
Nathan Hazelgrove
Have been a owner for about 10 months. Purchased the bike during beginning of Covid. I wanted to get some exercise, but have some steep hills around my house that made it difficult to ride. The peddle assist made it easier to navigate those hills. So far I have really enjoyed riding this bike. Some people say that I am cheating, but I only use peddle assist so you do get a lot of exercise. I love riding this bike!
Chris
I bought this bike February of 2020 to commute to work which did not pan out due to COVID but found out it was great for many other things. I typically ride in PAS level 3-4 and solo rides upwards of 25 miles leave me with at least 50% battery still! It has plenty of power and low gears to get up even the steepest hills. I have not actually ever drained the battery and never have any worries about running out. Assembly went OK and took about 3 hours for me. The hardest part was getting the wires attached to the rear light, I'm concerned how secure the connection to them is and dread the day one of the wires slips off. I also did not tighten the crank arm bolt anywhere near tight enough causing some clicking that took awhile to figure out. On large jarring bumps the chain has come off a few times. I had a some early issues with the brake sensor disabling the motor which I eventually nailed down with trial and error adjustments. Overall I considered these to be minor issues and got 1200 miles in one season! One thing to consider is it is heavy which I didn't fully realize until I looked at my bike rack, I ended up having to invest in a fairly expensive 2" hitch bike rack to make sure it could support the weight and also meant I couldn't haul it with my smaller vehicle. I hooked this up with a Burley trailer and went all over the suburbs with the kids (1 and 4) to enjoy the outdoors as well as grocery shopping and any other trips where it made sense. I believe the rear motor was perfect as it put less strain on the drivetrain and the throttle made for easy maneuvering and starts. It has been a blast to ride and has re-sparked my interest in biking after a 9 year hiatus. Everyone who I offer to take a spin on it; young and old, in shape and not, always come back with a giant smile and asking where they can get one. By the end of the year I could tell my biking ability had greatly increased when I got on a normal bike it was much easier. This bike was by far the best thing I purchased in 2020 and have 0 regrets.
B.J.
I bought two of them, one for my wife and for myself, and we could not be more pleased with our Ride1Up 700's. Plus, our two Pups love the cart I built for them to ride in, that we pull behind our bikes. Fun, Fun. Any of you laugh at E-bikes, You Are Silly, as you get Much More exercise on them than you do a Regular bike, because when you get tired on the Regular bike you put it up for a couple of days, a week, maybe even a month. With the Ride1Up E-Bike, when you get tired, you hit the switch and ride and recuperate, then pedal again, getting Twice or even more exercise,, than you would have with a regular bike. And, Ride1Up is the Very Finest E-Bike you will find, Even for Twice what they sell them for.
Jeffery Bullock
Sold my snowmobile and bought a 700 series ride one up with no regrets. I put more miles on this bike in one summer than I did on the snowmobile in three winters and it saved me a lot of money. Absolutely love it.
John Ebling
My wife and I like to bike but at 68 we need added assistance to GO. The Ride1Up bikes showed after a backlog, we had them built by a local pro and have so enjoyed them since. The batter is incredible. Last week we took a 20 mile ride, tried to peddle as much as possible but with assist at various levels we were so on the GO. The entire bike, too many good stuff to write are all very good. I cannot say enough good things about this e-bike.
Bob Schwartz
Best value eBike for the price, with Cadence-tacular speed, high quality parts, glide-like motion on tbe road with serviceable shocks for rocky trails. All Ride1UP eBikes Just want to GO fast and bring Joy and so will you if you buy one. We have 3! - but they're not for sale. You'll have to order your own... #fastdelivery!
Greg
It's how a company responds that makes all the difference. It's not uncommon for products that boast a lot of technology or with a complicated set of parts and components to have issues. Factor in that some customers are unfamiliar with assembly/set-up and/or operation and there is a greater chance for an "issue." Thanks to the good people at Ride1Up and their responsive and reliable customer service staff most concerns are virtually eliminated. After building my 700 I notices that one of my tires had a gouge in the rubber; I sent them a photo and they sent me a new tire. And, with the Ride1Up on-line user groups answers to most questions are just a click away. Thank you for being so engaged with your customers. Understanding our needs, wants and potential issues has but Ride1Up at the top of the list of quality eBike manufacturers.
Robert
Fun bike overall!!! Pro’s: 1. Great looking. 2. Fast-Got it up to 28 mph. 3. Battery: 1 mile per 1% consistent so one battery going 30-60 miles at 20/25 mph is perfect for me. 4. Pro’s outweigh the Cons below. So, 4 stars. Con: 1. Front wheel received with slight wobble/out of round = bothersome. This is the worst critique. 2. Some noise in gears while peddling = bothersome 3. Controller not user friendly to understand at all. I still have no idea how to run the lights, fine tune my riding/battery/overall use. Sensitivity: really??, what is that? 4. Seat= Totally useless/removed immediately. Replaced with Cloud-9 seat and added extra spring. See pic. If I’m going to ride 30+ minutes, have to be comfortable. 5. Not enough Handlebar real estate. Crowded. See pic.
Robert
Fun bike overall!!! Pro’s: 1. Great looking. 2. Fast-Got it up to 28 mph. 3. Battery: 1 mile per 1% consistent so one battery going 30-60 miles at 20/25 mph is perfect for me. 4. Pro’s outweigh the Cons below. So, 4 stars. Con: 1. Front wheel received with slight wobble/out of round = bothersome. This is the worst critique. 2. Some noise in gears while peddling = bothersome 3. Controller not user friendly to understand at all. I still have no idea how to run the lights, fine tune my riding/battery/overall use. Sensitivity: really??, what is that? 4. Seat= Totally useless/removed immediately. Replaced with Cloud-9 seat and added extra spring. See pic. If I’m going to ride 30+ minutes, have to be comfortable. 5. Not enough Handlebar real estate. Crowded. See pic.
Joseph Nagy
I now have 1200 MI on my ride one up 700. It has met and exceeded every expectation I had before the purchase. This is my first ebike so I cannot speak in comparison to other e-bikes but I can tell you that this is an extremely well engineered and thought out machine.
Gail Rouleau
I am new to ebikes, but I am pretty sure I made the right choice, pretty easy to put together we did it in our living room, easy to ride I like the weight, the style, The frame of the ST is perfect because I am short. Although my boyfriend at 6’ puts the seat up and gets a good ride too! The turnaround time between ordering and arrival was super quick, And everything was well packaged and undamaged. Looking forward to spring & summer, I have only had a few chilly rides this December in VT, it seems to have plenty of power and battery life.
Gail Rouleau
I am new to ebikes, but I am pretty sure I made the right choice, pretty easy to put together we did it in our living room, easy to ride I like the weight, the style, The frame of the ST is perfect because I am short. Although my boyfriend at 6’ puts the seat up and gets a good ride too! The turnaround time between ordering and arrival was super quick, And everything was well packaged and undamaged. Looking forward to spring & summer, I have only had a few chilly rides this December in VT, it seems to have plenty of power and battery life.
Gregory Hamilton
Coming on 300 miles bike is still doing great. Almost time for a Spoke tensioner but they’re still doing excellent. Quite phenomenal worked on the brakes a little bit got every hundred miles you get about 62 over 70 miles per charge I lower the amperage down for pedal-assist 1 and 2 nice to be able to do that. Physical features how I rigged it out in the photographs below the seat post is different. The place where I have the trailer hitch mounted is fabricated. Added bike lights not that the bike needs more lights at all and they don’t really draw that much energy off the battery.
Ricardo M.
Great bike overall I’ve put 50 miles on it and I can say it’s does what it’s intended to do. The fenders don’t make noise contrary to some reviews, the bike is very sturdy and makes you feel in control; something you need when your riding at 28mph! Handles and seat are very comfortable and shifter is perfectly located by your right hand fingers. The water bottle’s holders position are a bit inconvenient in that i can’t fit a regular 20 oz canteen because of the top bar being slanted down, but I’ll just have to get another smaller bottle. One other issue I found was that the battery percentage on the controller doesn’t seem to be quiet accurate in displaying what’s left, maybe it goes off of the watts your using at that current time to determine what’s left because when I lower my assistance it goes back up in percentage. Either way the pros are above and beyond for the price. All I need is my panniers and I’m set, good job ride1up!
Ricardo M.
Great bike overall I’ve put 50 miles on it and I can say it’s does what it’s intended to do. The fenders don’t make noise contrary to some reviews, the bike is very sturdy and makes you feel in control; something you need when your riding at 28mph! Handles and seat are very comfortable and shifter is perfectly located by your right hand fingers. The water bottle’s holders position are a bit inconvenient in that i can’t fit a regular 20 oz canteen because of the top bar being slanted down, but I’ll just have to get another smaller bottle. One other issue I found was that the battery percentage on the controller doesn’t seem to be quiet accurate in displaying what’s left, maybe it goes off of the watts your using at that current time to determine what’s left because when I lower my assistance it goes back up in percentage. Either way the pros are above and beyond for the price. All I need is my panniers and I’m set, good job ride1up!
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Michael W. Gilbert (verified owner) –
For the asking price, this is a 4.75 star product, and I don’t give ratings that high nonchalantly. I received mine 7 days after ordering it, which, in the current market, is quite good. When you get an email that says it has shipped, well, it hasn’t. Just be patient. You’ll get it more quickly than from a lot of other vendors.
Assembly isn’t difficult, if you are mechanically inclined. If you aren’t, get help. I was especially impressed to find that the kickstand has been moved back, that the front rotor is now 180mm, and that a chain-stay protector is now included. All these are customer requested changes from the original 700, which means that Ride1UP listens to their customers, and is constantly improving their products.
During assembly, I damaged the stem faceplate, mainly because the quoted torque specification listed was way too high. I bought a replacement at a local bike shop, emailed the receipt to customer service, and was promptly reimbursed – no excuses. Now, that, and the fact that they answered a ton of emails from me before I made my purchase, is great customer service. Ride1UP does seem to be serious about service, and that is the most important product any company sells.
Other notes…
The threads are awfully tight in a lot of places, so be patient, and work the bolts in and out to clear the threads. And, research for correct torque values, if using a torque wrench during assembly. Some are listed too high. If it doesn’t feel right, don’t force it.
If you’re older, like me, you might find the display a bit too small. The smaller fonts are hard to read when riding, so wait until you stop to check your average speed, top speed, etc. On the other hand, the display allows a lot of configuration options unavailable on competing products. You can adjust just about everything. The maximum current, however, cannot be adjusted, but that really only affects the throttle. You can dial back the current for the pedal assist by changing the percentages for each pedal assist level. By the way, the throttle is difficult to modulate – it’s basically either on or off. I find myself only using it when I need to get through an intersection quickly, or to help me get started from a stop when going uphill. And, that’s when you really only need to use the throttle.
All in all, you simply aren’t going to find a bike this well made, this well-equipped, and with better customer support at this price. Yes, prices are too high right now, but demand is high. It’s a seller’s market, so if you want one, and Ride1UP has it in stock, order it. You won’t do better anywhere else.
Howard Muramoto –
On the fence about purchasing the 700XR…even though I really like the included equipment and it looks really very cool.
Product info states the standover is 29.5″ for the 700XR.
I’m 5’3″ with a 28″ standover. But, company pictures make the standover height look less than 29.5″.
Is anyone out there, with a shorter standover like me, comfortably straddling the 700XR at a full stop, without leaning it too much?
I’m on the fence because I really, really, like the XR’s triangular frame [which I feel makes it more rigid].
I like the XR so I’m giving 5 stars…even though I haven’t purchased it yet.
Peter Woodward –
My Passion is Cycling, but my wife has never been hard core. More recently, she had major back surgery and with all the rods and screws we were sure even the small rides with me were over. As she was recovering I had the idea of an e-bike. I did my research and knew my target price comfort and dove in. My wife (and I) could not be happier. She is off to the grocery store and everyday telling tails of small rides she has been on. We have ventured off on rides together me with all the huffing and puffing and her with the Whrrrrrrr of the motor. (Don’t tell my cycling club, I have ridden the Bike and it is a Blast).
Jonathan D (verified owner) –
My 700XR has been the most fun I’ve had with my clothes on in a loooong time! And don’t be fooled by claims of an ebike being a cheat when it comes to exercise, either. I’ve ridden much farther and longer on this thanks to pedal assist than I ever did on my man-powered bike, and the post-activity burn I’m feeling in my core and legs doesn’t lie. Sure, you’ll get the most calorie burn from a manual bike, but when those rides are uncomfortable and you feel like you’re not getting anywhere, you eventually stop. With this, I’ve ridden every day since I got it, at least 45 minutes and 12+ miles per ride, and I’m always looking forward to the next day when I can do it again. This thing is just awesome!
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Mike Holleron (verified owner) –
Great bike, I purchased in November and have no problems. Very comfortable ride on pavement and trails. Love the larger tires. I added a setup I made that straps to the rack to carry my golf clubs. I am able to ride to the local course and use it on the course. Had to add another kickstand to handle the extra load but works great. Would highly recommend this bike to anyone.
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