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.