Aventon · Commuter & cruiser · discontinued
Aventon Pace 500 (2021-2022, cadence): real range, hills and charging
A 180 lb rider on the Aventon Pace 500 (2021-2022, cadence) at 16 mph with relaxed pedaling over rolling hills (±2%) on pavement can expect about 38 miles per charge (30–45 mi), using 13.3 Wh per mile. The brand claims up to 40 miles. That is about 94% of the claim. On throttle only over hills it drops to about 25 miles. It is discontinued; of the current commuter and cruiser e-bikes we track, the lowest-priced that goes as far is the Lectric XPress2 ($1,399, about 46 miles).
557
Wh battery
500
W motor
28
mph max
Price checked 2026-10-23. We may earn a commission.
How far does the Aventon Pace 500 (2021-2022, cadence) 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 25–40 miles (brand 'average' range of 25-40 miles; no rider weight or assist level stated).
| Rider weight | Easy 12 mph | Everyday 16 mph | Fast 20 mph | Throttle, hills |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 150 lb | 67 mi (53–80) | 40 mi (32–48) | 27 mi (22–32) | 27 mi (22–32) |
| 200 lb | 59 mi (47–70) | 36 mi (28–43) | 26 mi (20–31) | 23 mi (18–28) |
| 250 lb | 53 mi (42–63) | 31 mi (25–38) | 24 mi (19–29) | 20 mi (16–24) |
| 300 lb | 48 mi (38–57) | 28 mi (23–34) | 23 mi (19–28) | 18 mi (14–21) |
- 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 500 (2021-2022, cadence) climb hills?
Highest steady speed on each grade, motor at its 750 W peak, limited by its 50 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 | 17 mph | 10 mph | stalls |
| 180 lb, pedaling | 18 mph | 11 mph | 8 mph |
| 250 lb, throttle | 14 mph | 4 mph | stalls |
| 250 lb, pedaling | 16 mph | 9 mph | 5 mph |
Steepest grade at 8 mph (180 lb): 13% on throttle, 15% with moderate pedaling. Peak power lasts for short hills; on long climbs motors fall back toward their 500 W nominal rating.
Charging time and cost
Empty to full (3 A)
3 h 53 min
With a 5 A charger
2 h 44 min
Cost per full charge
$0.12
Cost per mile
0.29¢
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
38
mi · 100% cap.
50°F
35
mi · 94% cap.
32°F
31
mi · 85% cap.
20°F
27
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 500 (2021-2022, cadence)
Aventon Pace 500 (2021-2022, cadence) specs
From the Aventon product page, checked 2026-10-23. est. marks values Aventon doesn't confirm.
- Price
- $1,499
Source note
aventon.com archived Jan 2022: $1,499 (compare-at $1,599), shown 'Out of Stock'. The old product URL now 301-redirects to the cruiser collection (Pace 4 era), so it is no longer sold new. Electric Bike Review lists the 2019 launch price as $1,399.
- Class
- Class 3, throttle
Source note
Brand page: 'Pace 500 ships as a Class III ebike with throttle on demand and pedal assist'. The throttle tops out at 20 mph and can be unplugged.
- Top assisted speed
- 28 mph est.
Source note
Pedal-assist top speed per Electric Bike Review (2019 model). The brand page says Class III and throttle up to 20 mph but gives no pedal-assist mph figure. electricbikereview.com
- Battery
- 557 Wh (48 V × 11.6 Ah), removable
Source note
Brand page: 'Removable Lithium-ion 48V, 11.6Ah (556.8Wh)'.
- Motor
- 500 W nominal, 750 W peak, rear hub
- Torque
- 50 Nm est.
Source note
Electric Bike Review (2019 Pace 500, same 48V 11.6Ah battery and 500W geared hub). Not on the brand page. electricbikereview.com
- Pedal sensor
- Cadence
- Claimed range
- 25–40 mi (Brand 'average' range of 25-40 miles; no rider weight or assist level stated)
- Weight
- 49 lb with battery
Source note
Brand figure. Electric Bike Review weighed a 2019 Pace 500 at 49.8 lb.
- Max load
- 300 lb rider + cargo
Source note
Brand: 'Maximum Payload Capacity: 300 lbs'.
- Wheels & tires
- 27.5" × 2.2"
- Frame
- 6061 double-butted aluminum; high-step and step-through versions; rigid aluminum fork; removable down-tube battery
- Charger
- 3 A
Source note
48V 3A fast charger, 3-4 h
- Safety certification
- No UL standard named on the product page
Common questions
What is the weight limit of the Aventon Pace 500 (2021-2022, cadence)?
Aventon rates the Pace 500 (2021-2022, cadence) for 300 lb total (rider plus cargo). At 300 lb it still goes about 28 miles in everyday riding.
Can the Aventon Pace 500 (2021-2022, cadence) climb steep hills?
On throttle alone, with a 180 lb rider, it can hold 8 mph up a grade of about 13% (our estimate from its 750 W peak power and 50 Nm). With moderate pedaling, about 15%. On a 10% hill it holds about 10 mph on throttle.
How long does the Aventon Pace 500 (2021-2022, cadence) take to charge?
About 3 h 53 min from empty with the 3 A charger, or about 2 h 44 min with a 5 A fast charger. A full charge costs about $0.12 at the US average of 18.31¢/kWh, or 0.29¢ per mile.
Is the Aventon Pace 500 (2021-2022, cadence) a Class 2 or Class 3 e-bike?
Aventon lists it as Class 3, 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 500 (2021-2022, cadence)?
At 49 lb with battery (about 43 lb without it) and 2.2" tires, 23 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 |
| Kuat NV 2.0 2-bike | 60 lb/bike | Fits |
| Kuat NV Base 2.0 2-bike | 60 lb/bike | Fits |
| Saris Door County 2-Bike Motorized | 60 lb/bike | Fits |
| Saris SuperClamp G4 2-Bike | 60 lb/bike | Fits |
| Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE2 | 50 lb/bike | Fits |
| Saris Freedom G2 2-Bike | 45 lb/bike | Fits with battery removed |
