Ride1Up · Commuter & cruiser · discontinued
Ride1Up Core-5: real range, hills and charging
A 180 lb rider on the Ride1Up Core-5 at 16 mph with relaxed pedaling over rolling hills (±2%) on pavement can expect about 41 miles per charge (33–50 mi), using 13.3 Wh per mile. The brand claims up to 45 miles. That is about 92% of the claim. On throttle only over hills it drops to about 27 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).
614
Wh battery
750
W motor
28
mph max
Price checked 2026-10-23. We may earn a commission.
How far does the Ride1Up Core-5 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 25–45 miles (depends on rider weight, terrain, incline and assist level).
| Rider weight | Easy 12 mph | Everyday 16 mph | Fast 20 mph | Throttle, hills |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 150 lb | 73 mi (59–88) | 44 mi (35–53) | 30 mi (24–36) | 30 mi (24–36) |
| 200 lb | 65 mi (52–78) | 39 mi (31–47) | 28 mi (23–34) | 25 mi (20–31) |
| 250 lb | 58 mi (46–69) | 35 mi (28–42) | 27 mi (21–32) | 22 mi (18–27) |
| 300 lb | 52 mi (42–63) | 31 mi (25–37) | 26 mi (20–31) | 20 mi (16–24) |
- 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
Independent range tests
Reviewers rode the Core-5 until the battery died. Our model, run in the same conditions (180 lb rider assumed; testers don't publish weight), is shown next to each result.
lowest assist · 13.6 mph avg
46.14 mi
measured by Electric Bike Report · 13.3 Wh/mi
Our model: 46 mi (37–56) within band
Early version with 48V 10.4Ah (499 Wh) battery and 500W motor
highest assist · 21.3 mph avg
21.58 mi
measured by Electric Bike Report · 28.5 Wh/mi
Our model: 26 mi (21–31) within band
Early version with 48V 10.4Ah battery
Can the Ride1Up Core-5 climb hills?
Highest steady speed on each grade, motor at its 1,000 W peak, limited by its 60 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 | 12 mph | 9 mph |
| 180 lb, pedaling | 21 mph | 14 mph | 10 mph |
| 250 lb, throttle | 18 mph | 10 mph | stalls |
| 250 lb, pedaling | 19 mph | 11 mph | 8 mph |
Steepest grade at 8 mph (180 lb): 16% 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 (2 A)
5 h 47 min
With a 5 A charger
2 h 55 min
Cost per full charge
$0.13
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
41
mi · 100% cap.
50°F
38
mi · 94% cap.
32°F
34
mi · 85% cap.
20°F
29
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 Core-5
Ride1Up Core-5 specs
From the Ride1Up product page, checked 2026-10-23. est. marks values Ride1Up doesn't confirm.
- Price
- $1,045
Source note
Live page title is 'Core-5 (Discontinued)' and all variants are out of stock (2026-10-23). Last in-stock price $1,045 (Apr 2023 snapshot). Earlier: $1,095 (Aug 2020 snapshot); $1,195 list on sale for $1,045 (Apr 2022). web.archive.org
- Class
- Class 3, throttle
Source note
Brand: 'Class 3 electric bike, with 28mph pedal assist and 20mph throttle'. ride1up.com
- Top assisted speed
- 28 mph
Source note
Pedal assist; throttle 20 mph ride1up.com
- Battery
- 614 Wh (48 V × 12.8 Ah), removable est.
Source note
Final spec '48V12.8ah Reention Eel Pro LG Cells'; 48 x 12.8 = 614 Wh. Early (2020) bikes had a 48V 10.4Ah (499 Wh) pack, per Electric Bike Report. ride1up.com
- Motor
- 750 W nominal, 1,000 W peak, rear hub
Source note
Final spec Shengyi 750W sustained geared hub; the early version Electric Bike Report tested was 500W. ride1up.com
- Torque
- 60 Nm
Source note
- Pedal sensor
- Cadence
- Claimed range
- 25–45 mi (Depends on rider weight, terrain, incline and assist level)
Source note
- Weight
- 49 lb with battery
Source note
Electric Bike Report also lists 49 lb. web.archive.org
- Max load
- 300 lb rider + cargo
Source note
Electric Bike Report listed 275 lb. web.archive.org
- Wheels & tires
- 27.5" × 2.2"
- Frame
- 6061 aluminum with integrated locking removable battery; ST step-through and XR step-over; rigid alloy fork, Tektro mechanical discs, Shimano 7-speed; rack sold separately
- Charger
- 2 A
Source note
48V 2A charger ride1up.com
- Safety certification
- No UL standard named on the product page
Common questions
What is the weight limit of the Ride1Up Core-5?
Ride1Up rates the Core-5 for 300 lb total (rider plus cargo). At 300 lb it still goes about 31 miles in everyday riding.
Can the Ride1Up Core-5 climb steep hills?
On throttle alone, with a 180 lb rider, it can hold 8 mph up a grade of about 16% (our estimate from its 1000 W peak power and 60 Nm). With moderate pedaling, about 19%. On a 10% hill it holds about 12 mph on throttle.
How long does the Ride1Up Core-5 take to charge?
About 5 h 47 min from empty with the 2 A charger, or about 2 h 55 min with a 5 A fast charger. A full charge costs about $0.13 at the US average of 18.31¢/kWh, or 0.29¢ per mile.
Is the Ride1Up Core-5 a Class 2 or Class 3 e-bike?
Ride1Up 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 Core-5?
At 49 lb with battery (about 42 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 |
