Ride1Up
LMT'D V2
Riders who want 28 mph torque-sensor performance and 90Nm of hill-flattening grunt for around $1,500 instead of $2,500.
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Strengths
- 90Nm torque-sensing 750W motor is one of the strongest drive systems under $1,600, reviewers repeatedly call the price 'ridiculous' for the spec.
- 55 lbs is light for a 750W full-power bike; 12+ lbs lighter than the comparable Aventon Level 3.
- Stock fenders, lights, 100mm suspension fork, and hydraulic brakes, nothing essential left as an upsell.
- 4.7/5 across 253 verified owner reviews on Ride1Up's site.
- UL 2271-certified LG-cell 672Wh battery.
Weaknesses
- Display is only water-resistant; owners report failures after rain exposure, cover it if you park outside.
- Cockpit runs compact; several owners over 6 feet swapped stems or seatposts for fit.
- 180mm rotors are adequate but not generous for 28 mph; the Revv1's 4-piston setup this is not.
- Direct-to-consumer: assembly and warranty service are on you, with mail-in support.
Specs
- Top Speed Mph
- 28
- Classification
- Class 3 pedal assist (28 mph), Class 2 throttle (20 mph)
- Range Miles
- 50
- Motor Watts
- 750
- Motor Torque Nm
- 90
- Battery Wh
- 672
- Weight Lbs
- 55
- Max Rider Weight Lbs
- 300
- Throttle
- Yes
- Pedal Assist
- Yes
- Motor Type
- 48V AKM angled-gear rear hub, torque sensor
- Brakes
- Tektro HD-M285 hydraulic, 180mm rotors
- Suspension
- SR Suntour XCM32 fork, 100mm, lockout
- Tires
- WTB Groov-e 27.5 x 2.4 in
- Drivetrain
- Shimano 8-speed
- Battery Certification
- UL 2271 (LG cells)
The LMT’D V2 is Ride1Up’s argument that the $2,000-$2,500 fast-commuter class is overpriced. It packs the spec sheet of bikes in that tier, 750W motor, 90Nm torque, torque sensor, hydraulic brakes, suspension fork, fenders, lights, into a bike that lists at $1,595 and sells closer to $1,495, sometimes $1,395 on sale.
The motor is the story
The 48V AKM angled-gear hub motor produces 90Nm of torque, which is fat-tire-bike territory in a 55 lb commuter. Combined with an integrated torque sensor, the result is what reviewers across Electric Bike Report, Ebike Escape, and Tom’s Guide describe as a natural, immediately responsive ride that climbs without drama. Owners confirm it: hills that defined their routes stopped mattering. Class 3 pedal assist runs to 28 mph and a thumb throttle covers 20 mph starts.
What 55 lbs buys you
Most 750W commuters land between 65 and 75 lbs. The LMT’D V2’s relative lightness shows up everywhere the spec sheet does not: lifting it onto a rack, hauling it up porch steps, and the way it handles above 20 mph. The 27.5 x 2.4 in WTB tires are a smart middle ground, more cushion and grip than a skinny commuter tire, far less drag than fat rubber.
Honest flaws
The recurring owner complaint is the display: it is rated water-resistant, and multiple verified reviews describe units dying after rain exposure. A $10 cover solves it; know that going in. Taller riders also note the compact cockpit, the ST frame especially suits riders under 6 feet, and a setback seatpost or longer stem fixes it for the rest. And while the Tektro hydraulic brakes are fine, 180mm rotors are the minimum we would want at 28 mph.
Where it sits in this catalog
Against the Aventon Level 3 ($1,899, also in this catalog), the LMT’D V2 gives up the GPS anti-theft suite and dealer network but wins on price, weight, and raw torque. Against Ride1Up’s own Prodigy V2 mid-drive, the LMT’D V2 is the better pure value; the Prodigy is the more refined ride. For most riders who want one fast, comfortable, do-everything pavement bike under $1,500, this is the current default answer.
Sources
Every claim in this guide that isn't first-person experience is traceable to one of the sources below. URLs verified at publication; some may rot. Let us know if so.
- LMT'D V2 product page — Ride1Up, 2026-06-05Live page; specs, owner review aggregate (4.7/5, 253 reviews), limited-time discount.
- Ride1Up LMTD V2 Review: Affordable Premium Performance — ElectricBikeReview.comComponent and motor evaluation.
- Ride1Up LMT'd V2 review — Tom's GuidePricing history and ride assessment.
- Ride1Up LMT'D V2 Review — OutdoorGearLabComparative testing against the commuter field.