Reviews
| 5 star | 82 | 82% |
| 4 star | 11 | 11% |
| 3 star | 5 | 5% |
| 2 star | 1 | 1% |
| 1 star | 0% |
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Eugene Pozniakoff
This fast, smooth, comfortable bike delivers everything I have wanted. The ability to keep up with the "fast guys" still not be gassed after 20 miles is a joy.
Michael
I am enjoying the Roadster V3 quite a bit. No complaints on the bike itself, although I recommend adding a suspension seatpost for more comfort. I got the extended range battery, which has been great for long rides, but do not use the mounting bolts that came with it; they protrude and scrape the paint on the extended battery case. Swapping them for low profile bolts fixed the issue.
Barbara S.
I had been riding a Core-5 for a little over three years, and once the battery starting losing power quickly (evidently at a normal time/mileage point), I decided it was time to upgrade. I loved my Core-5, but the Roadster V3 is a whole different animal. Fast, smooth, lighteweight for an e-bike, and very stealthy. It just feels like a well-designed, well-built machine - like driving a really nice car. The torque sensor is amazing. I keep trying to explain to people that somehow you can pedal more and work a little harder, yet it's easier to pedal than with the cadence sensor. I think it's something you just have to feel! I also love the suspension fork, hydraulic brakes (the brakes on my Core-5 were never quite right), and matte black fenders. So far I'd strongly recommend this bike. It arrived in perfect condition and assembly was pretty easy. I'm 5' 5" and the Medium size fits me really well. Well done, Ride1Up!
Manuel Hurtado
I love my new bike it makes my day super awesome no more traffic and high anxiety when I was in traffic
Alex Hearn
Exceptionally well-thought out rig with phenomenal performance. The torque-sensor motor setup is flawless & simple to master with a fluid, realistic power application that's never a jolt. Motor capacity is quite a bit more than what I'll use, I haven't strayed beyond "low" pedal-assist setting here in Colorado yet. Super clean aesthetics. Biggest surprise was brake performance, these guys work quite well despite being in the 'value' tier. Pirelli tires perform admirably & take tubeless well (as do OEM rims). Rear rim not particularly tough, didn't take long to get dinged up. Better attn to tension balance in wheels would help there. The rig is smooth all the way to 28mph, I've found ~25mph is about as fast as I want to cruise - beyond that the wind intensity becomes a thing & I want to get into a tuck. 20-25's great tho. Only complaint is the headlight, the output & beam pattern are pretty useless for night riding but at least visible to oncoming traffic. The attachment plate on stem is great, just needs a better lens/LED setup. Meanwhile a $15 handlebar mounted light from Amazon is a world better & a simple solution. Some changes I made to fit my style - smaller cassette range (11-25 or so) with +2t on front chainring makes for ideal gear range for me. Swapped rims for 38mm carbon & 14g butted spokes (surprisingly not a huge weight change there, stock rims are pretty svelte, just portly spokes). Also post/seat/bar/stem/grips for personal fit but the existing stuff was fine. Went up to 180 rotor in front but the 160 wasn't a problem.
Alex Hearn
Exceptionally well-thought out rig with phenomenal performance. The torque-sensor motor setup is flawless & simple to master with a fluid, realistic power application that's never a jolt. Motor capacity is quite a bit more than what I'll use, I haven't strayed beyond "low" pedal-assist setting here in Colorado yet. Super clean aesthetics. Biggest surprise was brake performance, these guys work quite well despite being in the 'value' tier. Pirelli tires perform admirably & take tubeless well (as do OEM rims). Rear rim not particularly tough, didn't take long to get dinged up. Better attn to tension balance in wheels would help there. The rig is smooth all the way to 28mph, I've found ~25mph is about as fast as I want to cruise - beyond that the wind intensity becomes a thing & I want to get into a tuck. 20-25's great tho. Only complaint is the headlight, the output & beam pattern are pretty useless for night riding but at least visible to oncoming traffic. The attachment plate on stem is great, just needs a better lens/LED setup. Meanwhile a $15 handlebar mounted light from Amazon is a world better & a simple solution. Some changes I made to fit my style - smaller cassette range (11-25 or so) with +2t on front chainring makes for ideal gear range for me. Swapped rims for 38mm carbon & 14g butted spokes (surprisingly not a huge weight change there, stock rims are pretty svelte, just portly spokes). Also post/seat/bar/stem/grips for personal fit but the existing stuff was fine. Went up to 180 rotor in front but the 160 wasn't a problem.
Alex Hearn
Exceptionally well-thought out rig with phenomenal performance. The torque-sensor motor setup is flawless & simple to master with a fluid, realistic power application that's never a jolt. Motor capacity is quite a bit more than what I'll use, I haven't strayed beyond "low" pedal-assist setting here in Colorado yet. Super clean aesthetics. Biggest surprise was brake performance, these guys work quite well despite being in the 'value' tier. Pirelli tires perform admirably & take tubeless well (as do OEM rims). Rear rim not particularly tough, didn't take long to get dinged up. Better attn to tension balance in wheels would help there. The rig is smooth all the way to 28mph, I've found ~25mph is about as fast as I want to cruise - beyond that the wind intensity becomes a thing & I want to get into a tuck. 20-25's great tho. Only complaint is the headlight, the output & beam pattern are pretty useless for night riding but at least visible to oncoming traffic. The attachment plate on stem is great, just needs a better lens/LED setup. Meanwhile a $15 handlebar mounted light from Amazon is a world better & a simple solution. Some changes I made to fit my style - smaller cassette range (11-25 or so) with +2t on front chainring makes for ideal gear range for me. Swapped rims for 38mm carbon & 14g butted spokes (surprisingly not a huge weight change there, stock rims are pretty svelte, just portly spokes). Also post/seat/bar/stem/grips for personal fit but the existing stuff was fine. Went up to 180 rotor in front but the 160 wasn't a problem.
Kenneth Selecman
Nice Bike
Thomas Rossman
The hardest thing about about the setup was getting it out of the box. After that it was together and on the road in no time.
MalabarJoe
I have been riding e-bikes for the last 15 years and have owned a number including higher-end brands such as Specialized and Bulls. The Roadster V3 is in a class of its own. I recently purchased the low step with front suspension and adjustable stem. Added the suspension seat post and a comfortable saddle and this bike rides like you are floating on air!! Also swapped out the gravel tires it came with for a smoother (asphalt oriented) Schwalbe Marathon Plus. For e-bikes, it's all about the weight and the Roadster V3 is one of the lightest e-bikes currently on the market. The fit and finish are perfect. When you triangulate between weight, price and features, its is hard to beat.
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Couldn’t have asked for a better bike or customer service! Looking to convince my fiancée to buy one too.
I like it! I kind of wish I had gotten the version with an adjustable stem and suspension (which should really have it’s own name on your website I think) since I basically just use it to get to work. Also, looks like changing a back tire when inevitable flat happens could be complicated – not sure how to do it with a belt drive. Belt also makes creaky noise – I squirted on some dry lube – not making much difference. OK that’s my criticism but this seems like a fine bike and I am pleased with it and recommend !
Great bike with electric. I can use it easily as a normal bike, but I also get the benefits of an e-bike. I love the hydraulic brakes and lights front and back.
As a 70-year-old cyclist who has averaged 2,400 miles annually over the last decade—primarily on a carbon fiber road bike—I’ve developed a very specific “feel” for what makes a great ride. The Roadster V3 is my fourth e-bike (having previously owned a hybrid conversion, a mid-motor SUV bike, and a Ride1Up Portola), and it is easily my favorite and best e-bike experience to date.
What sets the Roadster V3 apart is how closely it mimics the feel of a non-electric bike. It is incredibly light and whisper-quiet; unless you are specifically listening for the motor over the wind noise, you won’t hear a thing. Because I still value the workout, I spend most of my time in Eco-mode, and the transition of power feels natural and intuitive.
I waited to write this until I could perform a proper range test with the add-on battery. Using both batteries fully charged, I achieved the following:
Total Distance: 89 miles (over 7 separate rides)
Total Elevation Gain: 2,665 feet
Average Speed: 14.28 mph
There were significant headwinds on several of the rides.
To hit nearly 90 miles under those conditions—especially with a decent amount of climbing—is incredibly impressive.
Living in Colorado, I have to deal with “goat heads” when I venture off-pavement, so I added **tire liners** for extra flat protection. The bike is also surprisingly ready for adventure; the rack and mount points are solid, which has me looking forward to using this for bike packing soon.
If you want an e-bike that doesn’t feel like a heavy “moped” and actually rewards your pedaling input, this is it. It’s a stealthy, capable, and efficient machine. I’m very satisfied with the V3 and looking forward to putting a lot of miles on it this season.
I have the low-step model which fits my 5' 8" height well.
I’m loving my new Roadster V3. It’s so cool that it really doesn’t look like a bulky e-bike and I can ride it around town and up those tough hills like a dream.
The bike fits me well. Maybe a smidge big for a 5"8' female b/c of the cross bar, but still works. I have the Large.
Great bike, easy to assemble