Aventon · Cargo & utility
Aventon Abound LR: real range, hills and charging
A 180 lb rider on the Aventon Abound LR at 16 mph with relaxed pedaling over rolling hills (±2%) on pavement can expect about 41 miles per charge (33–49 mi), using 16.1 Wh per mile. The brand claims up to 60 miles. That is about 68% of the claim. On throttle only over hills it drops to about 28 miles.
733
Wh battery
750
W motor
20
mph max
Price checked 2026-10-20. We may earn a commission.
How far does the Aventon Abound LR go for your weight?
Miles per full charge on a new battery at 70°F on pavement, no wind. Each number is the middle of a ±20% band. Aventon claims up to 60 miles (165 lb rider, paved flat road, eco mode, default ride tune settings).
| Rider weight | Easy 12 mph | Everyday 16 mph | Fast 20 mph | Throttle, hills |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 150 lb | 68 mi (55–82) | 43 mi (34–51) | 29 mi (23–35) | 30 mi (24–36) |
| 200 lb | 61 mi (49–74) | 40 mi (32–48) | 28 mi (22–34) | 26 mi (21–31) |
| 250 lb | 56 mi (45–67) | 36 mi (29–43) | 27 mi (21–32) | 23 mi (19–28) |
| 300 lb | 51 mi (41–61) | 32 mi (26–39) | 26 mi (20–31) | 21 mi (17–25) |
- Easy 12 mph: 12 mph, relaxed pedaling, flat
- Everyday 16 mph: 16 mph, relaxed pedaling, rolling hills
- Fast 20 mph: 20 mph, relaxed pedaling, rolling hills
- Throttle, hills: 15 mph, no pedaling, hilly
Can the Aventon Abound LR climb hills?
Highest steady speed on each grade, motor at its 1,188 W peak, limited by its 80 Nm of torque. A 10% grade is a steep city street; 15% is a hard hill.
| Rider | 5% grade | 10% grade | 15% grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 180 lb, throttle | 20 mph | 13 mph | 9 mph |
| 180 lb, pedaling | 20 mph | 14 mph | 10 mph |
| 250 lb, throttle | 18 mph | 10 mph | 7 mph |
| 250 lb, pedaling | 19 mph | 11 mph | 8 mph |
Steepest grade at 8 mph (180 lb): 17% on throttle, 19% with moderate pedaling. Peak power lasts for short hills; on long climbs motors fall back toward their 750 W nominal rating.
Charging time and cost
Empty to full (4 A)
4 h 43 min
Charger
4 A
Cost per full charge
$0.16
Cost per mile
0.35¢
US average residential electricity, 18.31¢/kWh (EIA, July 2026), 85% charger efficiency. Charge time: constant current to ~85%, then about an hour of top-off.
Range in cold weather
70°F
41
mi · 100% cap.
50°F
37
mi · 94% cap.
32°F
33
mi · 85% cap.
20°F
28
mi · 75% cap.
Everyday scenario, 180 lb rider. Capacity loss is temporary; store and charge the battery indoors and never charge it below freezing.
Simulate your own ride on the Abound LR
Aventon Abound LR specs
From the Aventon product page, checked 2026-10-20. est. marks values Aventon doesn't confirm.
- Price
- $1,999
- Class
- Class 2, throttle
- Top assisted speed
- 20 mph
Source note
Spec table says Class 2 (20 mph); store filter tag says 'max speed 25 mph'
- Battery
- 733 Wh (36 V × 20 Ah), removable
- Motor
- 750 W nominal, 1,188 W peak, rear hub
- Torque
- 80 Nm
- Pedal sensor
- Torque
- Claimed range
- Up to 60 mi (165 lb rider, paved flat road, Eco mode, default Ride Tune settings)
Source note
Store filter tag says 50-59 mi; spec table says up to 60
- Weight
- 88 lb with battery
- Max load
- 440 lb rider + cargo
Source note
Total weight limit; product tag says 400 lb
- Wheels & tires
- 20" × 3"
- Frame
- Step-through longtail cargo (gravity-cast 6061 aluminum), front suspension, rear rack 143 lb
- Charger
- 4 A
- Safety certification
- UL 2849 (UL/TUV) + UL 2271 (battery)
Common questions
What is the weight limit of the Aventon Abound LR?
Aventon rates the Abound LR for 440 lb total (rider plus cargo). At 300 lb it still goes about 32 miles in everyday riding.
Can the Aventon Abound LR climb steep hills?
On throttle alone, with a 180 lb rider, it can hold 8 mph up a grade of about 17% (our estimate from its 1188 W peak power and 80 Nm). With moderate pedaling, about 19%. On a 10% hill it holds about 13 mph on throttle.
How long does the Aventon Abound LR take to charge?
About 4 h 43 min from empty with the 4 A charger. A full charge costs about $0.16 at the US average of 18.31¢/kWh, or 0.35¢ per mile.
Is the Aventon Abound LR a Class 2 or Class 3 e-bike?
Aventon lists it as Class 2, with a top assisted speed of 20 mph and a throttle.
Which hitch racks fit the Abound LR?
At 88 lb with battery (about 80 lb without it) and 3" tires, 7 of 23 hitch racks we track can carry it (some only with the battery removed).
| Kuat Piston ION 2-bike | 100 lb/bike | Fits |
| 1UP USA Super Duty Double | 100 lb/bike | Fits |
| Saris MHS 2 Bike Package | 100 lb/bike | Fits |
| Aventon Hitch Rack Pro | 85 lb/bike | Fits with battery removed |
| Yakima OnRamp LX | 80 lb/bike | Fits with battery removed |
| Hollywood Racks Sport Rider for Electric Bikes | 80 lb/bike | Fits with battery removed |
| Hollywood Racks RV Rider E-Bike Rack | 80 lb/bike | Fits with battery removed |
Doesn't fit: Aventon Hitch Rack (too heavy), Thule Epos 2-bike (too heavy), Yakima StageTwo (too heavy), Hollywood Racks Destination E (too heavy), Allen Sports High Capacity Locking Premier for Electric Bikes (too heavy), Kuat Piston Pro X 2-bike (too heavy), Yakima OnRamp (too heavy), Thule EasyFold XT 2 (too heavy), 1UP USA Heavy Duty Double (too heavy), Thule T2 Pro XTR 2-bike (too heavy), Kuat NV 2.0 2-bike (too heavy), Kuat NV Base 2.0 2-bike (too heavy), Saris Door County 2-Bike Motorized (too heavy), Saris SuperClamp G4 2-Bike (too heavy), Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE2 (too heavy), Saris Freedom G2 2-Bike (wheel size out of range).
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