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Aventon Aventure 3: real range, hills and charging
A 180 lb rider on the Aventon Aventure 3 at 16 mph with relaxed pedaling over rolling hills (±2%) on pavement can expect about 43 miles per charge (34–51 mi), using 15.4 Wh per mile. The brand claims up to 65 miles. That is about 66% of the claim. On throttle only over hills it drops to about 29 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 Aventure 3 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 65 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 | 69 mi (55–83) | 45 mi (36–54) | 32 mi (26–38) | 31 mi (25–38) |
| 200 lb | 60 mi (48–72) | 41 mi (33–49) | 30 mi (24–36) | 27 mi (22–33) |
| 250 lb | 54 mi (43–65) | 37 mi (29–44) | 28 mi (23–34) | 24 mi (19–29) |
| 300 lb | 48 mi (39–58) | 33 mi (26–40) | 27 mi (21–32) | 21 mi (17–26) |
- 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 Aventure 3 climb hills?
Highest steady speed on each grade, motor at its 1,440 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 | 15 mph | 11 mph |
| 180 lb, pedaling | 20 mph | 16 mph | 12 mph |
| 250 lb, throttle | 20 mph | 13 mph | 9 mph |
| 250 lb, pedaling | 20 mph | 13 mph | 10 mph |
Steepest grade at 8 mph (180 lb): 20% on throttle, 24% 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
0.33¢
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
43
mi · 100% cap.
50°F
39
mi · 94% cap.
32°F
35
mi · 85% cap.
20°F
30
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 Aventure 3
Aventon Aventure 3 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; product tags list both '20 MPH' and '28 MPH' (filter max 28 mph)
- Battery
- 733 Wh (36 V × 20 Ah), removable
- Motor
- 750 W nominal, 1,440 W peak, rear hub
- Torque
- 80 Nm
- Pedal sensor
- Torque
- Claimed range
- Up to 65 mi (165 lb rider, paved flat road, Eco mode, default Ride Tune settings)
- Weight
- 76 lb with battery
Source note
Spec table 76 lb; earlier research noted 77
- Max load
- 400 lb rider + cargo
- Wheels & tires
- 26" × 4"
- Frame
- Step-over fat tire (6061 aluminum), 80mm suspension fork, suspension seatpost; step-through version also sold
- Charger
- 4 A
- Safety certification
- UL 2271 (battery); no UL 2849 claim on page
Common questions
What is the weight limit of the Aventon Aventure 3?
Aventon rates the Aventure 3 for 400 lb total (rider plus cargo). At 300 lb it still goes about 33 miles in everyday riding.
Can the Aventon Aventure 3 climb steep hills?
On throttle alone, with a 180 lb rider, it can hold 8 mph up a grade of about 20% (our estimate from its 1440 W peak power and 80 Nm). With moderate pedaling, about 24%. On a 10% hill it holds about 15 mph on throttle.
How long does the Aventon Aventure 3 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 0.33¢ per mile.
Is the Aventon Aventure 3 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 Aventure 3?
At 76 lb with battery (about 68 lb without it) and 4" tires, 11 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 |
| Yakima OnRamp LX | 80 lb/bike | Fits |
| Hollywood Racks Sport Rider for Electric Bikes | 80 lb/bike | Fits |
| Hollywood Racks RV Rider E-Bike Rack | 80 lb/bike | Fits |
| Aventon Hitch Rack | 77 lb/bike | Fits |
| Yakima StageTwo | 70 lb/bike | Fits with battery removed |
| Hollywood Racks Destination E | 70 lb/bike | Fits with battery removed |
| Allen Sports High Capacity Locking Premier for Electric Bikes | 70 lb/bike | Fits with battery removed |
Doesn't fit: Thule Epos 2-bike (tires too wide), Kuat Piston Pro X 2-bike (too heavy), Yakima OnRamp (tires too wide), Thule EasyFold XT 2 (tires too wide), 1UP USA Heavy Duty Double (tires too wide), 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 (tires too wide), Saris SuperClamp G4 2-Bike (too heavy), Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE2 (tires too wide), Saris Freedom G2 2-Bike (tires too wide).
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