Ride1Up · Commuter & cruiser
Ride1Up CF Racer1: real range, hills and charging
A 180 lb rider on the Ride1Up CF Racer1 at 16 mph with relaxed pedaling over rolling hills (±2%) on pavement can expect about 19 miles per charge (15–22 mi), using 12.2 Wh per mile. The brand claims up to 40 miles. That is about 47% of the claim. At full assist with almost no pedaling over hills it drops to about 12 miles.
$2,295
252
Wh battery
250
W motor
28
mph max
Price checked 2026-10-20. We may earn a commission.
How far does the Ride1Up CF Racer1 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. Ride1Up claims 16–40 miles (depends on rider weight, terrain, incline and assist level).
| Rider weight | Easy 12 mph | Everyday 16 mph | Fast 20 mph | Full assist, hills |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 150 lb | 35 mi (28–42) | 20 mi (16–24) | 13 mi (10–16) | 13 mi (11–16) |
| 200 lb | 31 mi (25–38) | 18 mi (14–21) | 12 mi (10–15) | 11 mi (9–14) |
| 250 lbover max load | 28 mi (23–34) | 16 mi (12–19) | 12 mi (10–14) | 10 mi (8–12) |
| 300 lbover max load | 26 mi (21–31) | 14 mi (11–17) | 11 mi (9–14) | 9 mi (7–10) |
- 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 Ride1Up CF Racer1 climb hills?
Highest steady speed on each grade, motor at an estimated 400 W peak, limited by its 42 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, full assist | 11 mph | 6 mph | stalls |
| 180 lb, pedaling | 13 mph | 7 mph | 5 mph |
| 250 lb, full assist | 9 mph | stalls | stalls |
| 250 lb, pedaling | 11 mph | 6 mph | 4 mph |
Steepest grade at 8 mph (180 lb): 7% on throttle, 9% with moderate pedaling. Peak power lasts for short hills; on long climbs motors fall back toward their 250 W nominal rating.
Charging time and cost
Empty to full (2 A)
3 h 33 min
With a 5 A charger
2 h 1 min
Cost per full charge
$0.05
Cost per mile
0.26¢
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
19
mi · 100% cap.
50°F
17
mi · 94% cap.
32°F
15
mi · 85% cap.
20°F
13
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 CF Racer1
Ride1Up CF Racer1 specs
From the Ride1Up product page, checked 2026-10-20. est. marks values Ride1Up doesn't confirm.
- Price
- $2,195 (list $2,295)
- Class
- Class 3, no throttle
- Top assisted speed
- 28 mph
- Battery
- 252 Wh (36 V × 7 Ah)
- Motor
- 250 W nominal, rear hub
- Torque
- 42 Nm
- Pedal sensor
- Cadence
- Claimed range
- 16–40 mi (Depends on rider weight, terrain, incline and assist level)
- Weight
- 28.6 lb with battery
- Max load
- 225 lb rider + cargo
- Wheels & tires
- 28" × 1.57"
- Frame
- Carbon fiber gravel/drop-bar (700x40c), internal battery; Small/Large
- Charger
- 2 A
- Safety certification
- No UL standard named on the product page
Common questions
What is the weight limit of the Ride1Up CF Racer1?
Ride1Up rates the CF Racer1 for 225 lb total (rider plus cargo). At 200 lb it still goes about 18 miles in everyday riding.
Can the Ride1Up CF Racer1 climb steep hills?
On throttle alone, with a 180 lb rider, it can hold 8 mph up a grade of about 7% (our estimate from its 400 W estimated peak power and 42 Nm). With moderate pedaling, about 9%. On a 10% hill it holds about 6 mph on throttle.
How long does the Ride1Up CF Racer1 take to charge?
About 3 h 33 min from empty with the 2 A charger, or about 2 h 1 min with a 5 A fast charger. A full charge costs about $0.05 at the US average of 18.31¢/kWh, or 0.26¢ per mile.
Is the Ride1Up CF Racer1 a Class 2 or Class 3 e-bike?
Ride1Up lists it as Class 3, with a top assisted speed of 28 mph and no 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 CF Racer1?
At 28.6 lb with battery and 1.57" tires, 23 of 23 hitch racks we track can carry it.
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| 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 |
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| Kuat NV Base 2.0 2-bike | 60 lb/bike | Fits |
| Saris Door County 2-Bike Motorized | 60 lb/bike | Fits |
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