Aventon · Commuter & cruiser
Aventon Pace 5 REC: real range, hills and charging
A 180 lb rider on the Aventon Pace 5 REC at 16 mph with relaxed pedaling over rolling hills (±2%) on pavement can expect about 48 miles per charge (38–57 mi), using 13.8 Wh per mile. The brand claims up to 75 miles. That is about 64% of the claim. On throttle only over hills it drops to about 31 miles.
733
Wh battery
750
W motor
28
mph max
Price checked 2026-10-20. We may earn a commission.
How far does the Aventon Pace 5 REC 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 75 miles (no conditions stated).
| Rider weight | Easy 12 mph | Everyday 16 mph | Fast 20 mph | Throttle, hills |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 150 lb | 85 mi (68–102) | 52 mi (41–62) | 35 mi (28–42) | 34 mi (27–41) |
| 200 lb | 75 mi (60–90) | 45 mi (36–55) | 33 mi (27–40) | 29 mi (24–35) |
| 250 lb | 68 mi (54–81) | 40 mi (32–48) | 32 mi (25–38) | 26 mi (21–31) |
| 300 lb | 61 mi (49–73) | 36 mi (29–44) | 30 mi (24–36) | 23 mi (18–28) |
- 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 Pace 5 REC climb hills?
Highest steady speed on each grade, motor at its 1,440 W peak. A 10% grade is a steep city street; 15% is a hard hill.
| Rider | 5% grade | 10% grade | 15% grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 180 lb, throttle | 24 mph | 16 mph | 12 mph |
| 180 lb, pedaling | 25 mph | 17 mph | 13 mph |
| 250 lb, throttle | 22 mph | 13 mph | 10 mph |
| 250 lb, pedaling | 23 mph | 14 mph | 10 mph |
Steepest grade at 8 mph (180 lb): 24% on throttle, 27% 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 (2 A)
8 h 25 min
With a 5 A charger
3 h 58 min
Cost per full charge
$0.16
Cost per mile
0.30¢
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
48
mi · 100% cap.
50°F
44
mi · 94% cap.
32°F
40
mi · 85% cap.
20°F
34
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 Pace 5 REC
Aventon Pace 5 REC specs
From the Aventon product page, checked 2026-10-20. est. marks values Aventon doesn't confirm.
- Price
- $1,799
- Class
- Class 2, throttle est.
Source note
Aventon's tags list Class 2 and 28 mph
- Top assisted speed
- 28 mph est.
- Battery
- 733 Wh (36 V × 20 Ah), removable
- Motor
- 750 W nominal, 1,440 W peak, rear hub
- Torque
- Not published est.
- Pedal sensor
- Cadence
- Claimed range
- Up to 75 mi (No conditions stated)
- Weight
- 60.5 lb with battery
- Max load
- 330 lb rider + cargo
- Wheels & tires
- 27.5" × 2.2"
- Frame
- Low step-thru
- Charger
- Not published (we assume 2 A) est.
- Safety certification
- No UL standard named on the product page
Replaces or follows: Aventon Pace 500.3, Aventon Pace 500, Aventon Pace 350.
Common questions
What is the weight limit of the Aventon Pace 5 REC?
Aventon rates the Pace 5 REC for 330 lb total (rider plus cargo). At 300 lb it still goes about 36 miles in everyday riding.
Can the Aventon Pace 5 REC climb steep hills?
On throttle alone, with a 180 lb rider, it can hold 8 mph up a grade of about 24% (our estimate from its 1440 W peak power). With moderate pedaling, about 27%. On a 10% hill it holds about 16 mph on throttle.
How long does the Aventon Pace 5 REC take to charge?
About 8 h 25 min from empty with the 2 A charger, or about 3 h 58 min with a 5 A fast charger. A full charge costs about $0.16 at the US average of 18.31¢/kWh, or 0.30¢ per mile.
Is the Aventon Pace 5 REC a Class 2 or Class 3 e-bike?
Aventon lists it as Class 2, with a top assisted speed of 28 mph and a throttle. Class 3 speeds (up to 28 mph) are limited to pedal assist; on throttle, Class 2 rules cap it at 20 mph.
Which hitch racks fit the Pace 5 REC?
At 60.5 lb with battery (about 52 lb without it) and 2.2" tires, 21 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 |
| Thule Epos 2-bike | 75 lb/bike | Fits |
| Yakima StageTwo | 70 lb/bike | Fits |
| Hollywood Racks Destination E | 70 lb/bike | Fits |
| Allen Sports High Capacity Locking Premier for Electric Bikes | 70 lb/bike | Fits |
| Kuat Piston Pro X 2-bike | 67 lb/bike | Fits |
| Yakima OnRamp | 66 lb/bike | Fits |
| Thule EasyFold XT 2 | 65 lb/bike | Fits |
| 1UP USA Heavy Duty Double | 65 lb/bike | Fits |
| Thule T2 Pro XTR 2-bike | 60 lb/bike | Fits with battery removed |
| Kuat NV 2.0 2-bike | 60 lb/bike | Fits with battery removed |
| Kuat NV Base 2.0 2-bike | 60 lb/bike | Fits with battery removed |
| Saris Door County 2-Bike Motorized | 60 lb/bike | Fits with battery removed |
| Saris SuperClamp G4 2-Bike | 60 lb/bike | Fits with battery removed |
Doesn't fit: Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE2 (too heavy), Saris Freedom G2 2-Bike (too heavy).
All hitch racks →Spare battery and charger
- Extra Aventon Battery (Level 3/4 REC, Pace 4/5 REC, Abound, Aventure 3/M) · 733 Wh$499
- Aventon Fast Charger · 12.15 A$259
- Aventon Battery Charger (Level 3/4, Pace 4/5 REC, Abound, Current) · 3 A$61
A second battery doubles range for long days; the simulator's custom mode lets you enter the combined watt-hours.
