168 reviews for Core-5
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RENE BORROTO
I did something risky - bought a $1,200 e-bike online, without trying it or seeing it in person, and needing some home assembly. Fortunately for me I ended up with a great bike: the Ride1Up Core-5 ST in a subtle blue color with optional fenders. I have enjoyed this bike a lot so far, it's lighter and stealthier than most e-bikes, and the pedal assist function helps me ride for longer distances. I am 62 and not getting any younger, but the exercise is doing me well. The only thing I did not particularly like about the bike was its saddle, which is a bit too firm for my keister. It's a good seat, don't get me wrong, but it's just too hard for me. So the remedy was a suspension seat post and a softer saddle. All in all I would recommend this Core-5 ST model to anyone looking to take the leap into an online-bought e-bike that is well built and affordable.
Benjamin C.
Incredible what you get for the price - I love this bike. As long as you're comfortable assembling & tuning it out of the box, it's an amazing deal and looks fantastic. The only cons - I had to replace the pedals since they were creaking after a few rides, I'm not a fan of the saddle, and the brakes are very cheap & hard to adjust without rubbing. The motor is quite strong and capable of climbing very steep hills as long as you're willing to pedal a bit. Battery life seems good as long as you don't rely on the throttle too much, I typically use assist level 3 unless going up a steep hill. Extremely stable at speed and fairly comfortable riding position without being too relaxed. I'll make a few upgrades over time, but considering the cost this bike is nearly perfect.
Benjamin C.
Incredible what you get for the price - I love this bike. As long as you're comfortable assembling & tuning it out of the box, it's an amazing deal and looks fantastic. The only cons - I had to replace the pedals since they were creaking after a few rides, I'm not a fan of the saddle, and the brakes are very cheap & hard to adjust without rubbing. The motor is quite strong and capable of climbing very steep hills as long as you're willing to pedal a bit. Battery life seems good as long as you don't rely on the throttle too much, I typically use assist level 3 unless going up a steep hill. Extremely stable at speed and fairly comfortable riding position without being too relaxed. I'll make a few upgrades over time, but considering the cost this bike is nearly perfect.
eric king
For the price is a great product we now have 150 miles on the bikes and only problem we had was rear rotor warped on one bike and the other the rear wheel not completely true. The battery life has been very good for us mostly ride level 2 or 3 and both bikes seem consistent on same range running battery down till green light is on which is supposed to be half or less we get about 16 miles.
eric king
For the price is a great product we now have 150 miles on the bikes and only problem we had was rear rotor warped on one bike and the other the rear wheel not completely true. The battery life has been very good for us mostly ride level 2 or 3 and both bikes seem consistent on same range running battery down till green light is on which is supposed to be half or less we get about 16 miles.
Jos C.
Amazing bike for the price! Really benefits from a suspension stem and seatpost. Surprisingly lightweight. i was torn between this and the roadster but not that I have tried both I can confidently say that the core 5 is a better bike unless you are dealing with stairs or tight spaces. Basically, if youre looking for an entry level ebike and want speed or range or climbing power you can't go wrong with the core 5. The roadster is definitely more about filling that lightweight niche and is definitely more speed and range limited as a trade off. Love this bike so much and so glad I decided to pull the trigger. Be sure to join the owners group on Facebook for lots of advice and support on your r1u journey!
Jerry. Strazzeri
Turned 61 yo recently, and bought the core 500 series EBike. Within a month the odometer passed 750 miles. I feel like a kid again. 90 min rides are the norm. Florida coastal living is sunny , warm and flat terrain with blue skies 10 months of the year. Ride 1 up hit a home run with this durable, strong built commuter leisure bike. It’s fun to ride, safe and easy to pedal to the local pizza parlor. Thank you all for a great value e bike. And for your quick friendly response to my questions. Now my wife wants one. Blue skies, Jerry
Colleen B.
I am in love with this bike! I’m so happy I took so much time to research before purchasing an e-bike, and I landed here. I can’t say enough good things about the Core-5. I got the beautiful Blue Step Through. I’m 5ft and it fits me like a glove. It’s hard for me to find a bike that fits me. I love that it can adapt to a taller person as well. My much taller partner bought the grey Core-5. It’s a Stealthy looking ride. This bike rides smoothly and flawlessly. The tires absorb a lot of impact. My previous bike jarred my neck, not anymore. It is extremely fun to ride. The thumb throttle shifter is amazing! It carries me over rough terrain instantly and saves my bad knee repeatedly. The quality of this bike is rock solid and it’s very impressive to looking. The price is well worth what you get for this bike! The way it responds is unbelievable. If you’re on the fence, go check out Ride1Up’s Facebook page! We are a community of very proud and excited Ride1Up owners.
Jeffrey
Absolutely love the bike fast shipping and arrived in perfect condition very simple and minor assembly although i have been riding(mainly road bikes)and Restoring vintage bikes my whole life but at 65 and thanks to arthritis in my knees i haven't been riding much but this bike gives me just enough assist to get back out there riding! I did change a few things to get more of a stretched out riding position! A little bling never hurts either!
Jeffrey
Absolutely love the bike fast shipping and arrived in perfect condition very simple and minor assembly although i have been riding(mainly road bikes)and Restoring vintage bikes my whole life but at 65 and thanks to arthritis in my knees i haven't been riding much but this bike gives me just enough assist to get back out there riding! I did change a few things to get more of a stretched out riding position! A little bling never hurts either!
Lee O.
After 200 miles, I can say that I’m really impressed with the Core 5. For medical reasons, I wanted a relatively light ebike that was well made, but not loaded with a lot of features that I didn’t need. Even though this is one of Ride1Up’s entry level bikes, when you ride it, it doesn’t have an entry level feel. The motor and cadence sensor are responsive, but also smooth. It’s powerful enough that most of the time I only use it on the second setting, but it’s nice to know that there’s still five higher levels of pedal assist waiting if I need them. It’s also nice to have both, pedal assist and throttle modes. I don’t use the throttle mode much because I like to pedal, but I’ll use it for a quick “power boost” if I’m trying to rush through an intersection when the light is getting ready to change. My 11 yr old granddaughter rode this bike up a hill that she normally had to push her 21 speed bike up. When she topped that long hill on the Core 5, she was doing 20mph. They advertise a 30-40 mile range on a single charge, so I took this for a 30 mile ride to see if the battery would run out. Where I got home I still had two bars showing on the display. I’m used to riding a Fuji Traverse One 5, if this bike had the Fuji’s Shimano Nicera shifter and the hydraulic brakes, it would have been the perfect ebike for me. I know that it’s impossible for companies like Ride1Up make the perfect bike for everybody, but they’ve done a great job with this bike, and I’ll probably add these two features to my Core 5 in the near future. I would HIGHLY recommend the this bike to anybody who is looking for a reliable entry level ebike that won’t break the bank. It’s a great ride for the money, and the customer support is also top notch. GET THIS BIKE!!!
Theodore B.
Well built and ready to go. It has gotten a Cannondale Adventure II saddle and will get my hydraulic brakes off my Kona in the near future, but everything else seems to be above average. My wife is very happy. She's all about keeping up now! Before I'd look back and she was a speck...but now I get startled she's so close! As in, Ride1up your hubby's tire, close. So give me a few years and I'll be electric as well. Maybe even another Ride1up! Peace
karl cook
Updated review after three plus weeks and 230 miles. I love this bike! It's not to say there weren't a few disappointments.. but relatively minor. I mentioned the thumb shifter previously. I found it to be stiff and a bit awkward. I'd like to see Ride1UP spend just a few more dollars on a decent shifter. I easily installed a Shimano "Rapid Fire" replacement shifter (very adequate and less than $18), this minor change alone has made the experience more enjoyable. As one of the least expensive components on a bike, it really should be upgraded. The weight at 50 lbs, and with a rigid frame you feel every bump which is not a R1U issue but a personal one. Problem solved with the combination of a suspension seat post and suspension handlebar stem, both purchased from Redshift. And once again transforming the experience. My highest miles per charge (35), was achieved under mixed conditions from flat to hilly and in PAS 3 and in PAS 5 as needed. Two battery bars remained which given the terrain and headwinds was impressive. Because I'd like to venture farther that 15-20 miles (one way), and because the bike will at times be loaded down with camping gear, I ordered the 14ah battery (today!).. That should open up new world of opportunities! I strongly recommend and would buy again!
Shazia G.
The Core-5 is a great bike! Sturdy, quick and efficient; it's intriguing that there aren't more of these around. Looks slick and sophisticated too, like in the others' pictures (here's a pic of the display)
Owen
I love this Core 5 bike. I have cancer and when I ride a regular bike I run out of gas easily. This Core 5 is great for me. I can ride 20 miles with no problem. Going up hills was a big problem for me but this bike eliminated that issue. If I get a certain distance and feel tired, I just stop peddling and use the throttle to get home. Worth every penny in my opinion.
Owen
I love this Core 5 bike. I have cancer and when I ride a regular bike I run out of gas easily. This Core 5 is great for me. I can ride 20 miles with no problem. Going up hills was a big problem for me but this bike eliminated that issue. If I get a certain distance and feel tired, I just stop peddling and use the throttle to get home. Worth every penny in my opinion.
Owen
I love this Core 5 bike. I have cancer and when I ride a regular bike I run out of gas easily. This Core 5 is great for me. I can ride 20 miles with no problem. Going up hills was a big problem for me but this bike eliminated that issue. If I get a certain distance and feel tired, I just stop peddling and use the throttle to get home. Worth every penny in my opinion.
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phil (verified owner) –
This bike is not only sleek and beautiful but it rides smoothly. I’ve found the battery life to be very good as long as I don’t rely on a high level of assist. The throttle is a great feature. The seat is a bit uncomfortable and at 49 lbs. the bike can feel heavy and a little awkward to lift onto the bike rack. Overall, I’m really happy with the bike and look forward to many long rides.
RENE BORROTO (verified owner) –
I did something risky – bought a $1,200 e-bike online, without trying it or seeing it in person, and needing some home assembly. Fortunately for me I ended up with a great bike: the Ride1Up Core-5 ST in a subtle blue color with optional fenders. I have enjoyed this bike a lot so far, it’s lighter and stealthier than most e-bikes, and the pedal assist function helps me ride for longer distances. I am 62 and not getting any younger, but the exercise is doing me well. The only thing I did not particularly like about the bike was its saddle, which is a bit too firm for my keister. It’s a good seat, don’t get me wrong, but it’s just too hard for me. So the remedy was a suspension seat post and a softer saddle. All in all I would recommend this Core-5 ST model to anyone looking to take the leap into an online-bought e-bike that is well built and affordable.
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Benjamin C. (verified owner) –
Incredible what you get for the price – I love this bike. As long as you’re comfortable assembling & tuning it out of the box, it’s an amazing deal and looks fantastic. The only cons – I had to replace the pedals since they were creaking after a few rides, I’m not a fan of the saddle, and the brakes are very cheap & hard to adjust without rubbing. The motor is quite strong and capable of climbing very steep hills as long as you’re willing to pedal a bit. Battery life seems good as long as you don’t rely on the throttle too much, I typically use assist level 3 unless going up a steep hill. Extremely stable at speed and fairly comfortable riding position without being too relaxed. I’ll make a few upgrades over time, but considering the cost this bike is nearly perfect.
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Milton Cuevas (verified owner) –
Battery life isn’t so good after 700 miles. Its comfortable to ride and gets me all over town.
Chris F. (verified owner) –
Bike seems great. Sadly it came with two missing parts: handlebar center screw and column bushing. I happened to have an electric bike that I’d bought 4 years ago that was on its last legs and as these bikes all seem to have the same component parts was able to rob from the old bike. Otherwise I would have been incredibly frustrated. I suspect the parts fell out of the box during shipping. Interesting that these bikes have many of the same parts.