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Portola At A Glance
Speed
Class 1-3 electric bike, with 28mph pedal assist and 20mph throttle
Motor
Powerful 750w sustained geared hub motor with 65nm torque
Range
(10.4Ah) 20-40 miles, (13.4Ah) 25-45 miles depending on rider weight, terrain, incline, level of assist, etc.
Frame
Lightweight foldable alloy frame with integrated electrical components
Comfort
Frame geometry & components built for "the most comfortable ride ever"
Features & Highlights
Components & Tech Specs
Motor
48V 750W Geared Hub Motor, 65nm torque
Controller
48V 20Amp DMHC Sine-wave
Battery ($995 Model)
48V 10.4Ah Reention Rhino - 500wh; UL 2271 Certified
Battery ($1,195 Model)
48V 13.4Ah Reention Rhino - 643wh; UL 2271 Certified
Display
KD21C Adjustable Speed Display
Folding Stem
12° Rise, 285mm length, 31.8mm Bar Clamp
Fork
80mm Suspension Travel, Hydraulic Lockout, 110mm dropout
PAS Sensor
Ride1Up R1CBC (Current-Based-Cadence System)
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Brakes
Dual Piston Hydraulic Brakes, Electric Cut-Off Sensor, 180mm Rotors
Tires
20”x3” Cross-Country Low-tread Tires
Throttle
Left Hand Thumb Throttle
Handlebar
Straight Bars: 31.8mm Bar Clamp, 6° Sweep, 0° Rise, 600mm Width
Grips
Ergonomic Rubber Grips
Shifters
Shimano Altus 8-speed trigger shifter
Gearing
48T Front Alloy Chainring
Freewheel
11-32T R1U Approved Freewheel
Derailleur
Shimano Altus RD-M310
Chain
KMC Professional 8-Speed Chain
Rims
20in Double Walled
Spokes
Stainless steel, 12G rear, 13G front
Fenders
Hardened Alloy Fenders
Rear Rack
130lbs Rated Loading Weight With Pannier Side Mount
Front light
12V 40 Lux Front Light
Rear light
6V Commuter Brake Light
Saddle
DDK City Comfort Saddle
Seat Post
Zoom 31.6mm x 350mm
Pedals
Sunlite Folding Pedals
Additional
Water Bottle Bosses and Chainstay Guard
Dimensions & Sizing
Portola
Bike Weight
Weight Capacity
Rider Height Range
A - Maximum Seat Height
B - Minimum Seat Height
C - Stand-over Height
D - Wheelbase
E - Downtube Length
F - Headtube Length
G - Seat Tube Length
H - Chainstay Length
I - Fork Length
J - Head Tube Angle
K - Seat Tube Angle
L - Stack
M - Handlebar Reach
N - Total Length
O - Handlebar Height
59lbs
300lbs
4'10"-6'4"
968mm
38.2in
766mm
30.2in
463mm
18.2in
1127mm
44.3in
608mm
23.9in
155mm
6.1in
360mm
14.7in
421mm
16.5in
420mm
16.5in
69°
75°
502mm
19.7in
459mm
18in
1683mm
66.2in
1130mm
44.4in
Assembly & Support
Bike Will Arrive 95% Assembled (electronics are pre-assembled).
Bikes In Stock Ship In Under 24 Hours. Email Tracking Provides Transit And Delivery Estimates Once Shipped. Package Size is 36″x29″x17″ and just under 83 lbs.
FAQ'S
What are the benefits of folding bikes?
Folding electric bikes offer a multitude of benefits for urban commuters and outdoor enthusiasts. Their compact design allows for easy storage and transport, making them ideal for crowded city living or trips with limited space. The Portola’s powerful motor reduces the effort required for commuting and extends the range of your rides. Folding ebikes emit zero emissions and reduce your carbon footprint. Overall, the Portola folding electric bike offers a practical, sustainable, and health-conscious transportation solution in today’s world where conserving space and energy is a priority. To lean more, read our article on the benefits of folding ebikes.
Can you change the classes on the Portola?
Yes you can! The Portola folding ebike arrives in Class 2 out-of-the-box. You can easily change between a Class 1, 2, or 3 ebike through the handlebar display. This offers various benefits where you may need to limit your speed and capabilities depending on the where you are riding.
Can I test ride a bike?
We are a direct-to-consumer company both in pricing and strategy. You will generally pay a premium for the ability to test ride through a dealer. However, our bikes have been thoroughly tested by top reviewers such as Electric Bike Review, Electric Bike Report, Cycling Weekly, Clean Technica, Electrek and many others who have published their reviews on YouTube. Additionally, we are now supporting an independent network of owners offering their bikes for demos. Learn more here Locations
What can I expect ordering a bike from Ride1UP?
This article will explain all about what to expect when ordering a bike from us. Ordering With Us
Can I upgrade the battery?
Unfortunately the 14ah battery pack is the largest available that will fit this frame.
Can I switch the handlebars to another model?
No. The variations you see on the site are the only options we have.
Can you ship to _______?
We only ship within the US and Canada. The contiguous United States is FREE. Hawaii and Alaska is $600. Shipping to Canada is $100. We are not responsible for any additional tariffs charged by your local government which often times applied after importing. Unfortunately, we are not able to ship our bikes directly to Europe. You can use a shipping forwarder like ShopUsa.com to reach your country.
Are the bikes water-proof?
The bikes are not water-proof, they are water-resistant, rated IP-65. While we do not recommend leaving the bikes out in the rain or riding in the rain or other hazardous conditions due to personal safety, the bikes can handle water exposure.
Quality made, easy assembly
How does the bike* fit? Please share your height/size and the frame type you ordered, if applicable. Perfect fit and weight
It would have been wonderful to get it for a lower price, and I wish it had a colored display, but overall, I’m very pleased! I love the “sea turquoise” color I chose!!! I definitely would recommend this ebike, especially for shorter women!
How does the bike* fit? Please share your height/size and the frame type you ordered, if applicable. The bike is a perfect fit for me! H: 5'3" W: 160lb
love the styling, size, and function of this bike. so far it’s perfect!!!
I like everything but the cadence sensor. For a few dollars more they could use a torque sensor that would be much safer to ride.
How does the bike* fit? Please share your height/size and the frame type you ordered, if applicable. 5’10” 168 lbs
The bike is super fun. It wasn’t bad at all to assemble. Plenty powerful to get me up our Pennsylvania hills. Easy to steer and shift. Great value for the money. The tech support is very responsive USA based!!
Wow… these are fun, easy to ride, and to top it off, it looks cool!
How does the bike* fit? Please share your height/size and the frame type you ordered, if applicable. WE have 3 of these... one for my 9 year old daughter, one for myself and one for my tall husband. We just adjust the seat accordingly and this one frame size fits all of us.