Ride1Up · Commuter & cruiser
Ride1Up Roadster v3: real range, hills and charging
A 180 lb rider on the Ride1Up Roadster v3 at 16 mph with relaxed pedaling over rolling hills (±2%) on pavement can expect about 26 miles per charge (21–31 mi), using 12.6 Wh per mile. The brand claims up to 40 miles. That is about 64% of the claim. On throttle only over hills it drops to about 17 miles.
360
Wh battery
500
W motor
28
mph max
Price checked 2026-10-20. We may earn a commission.
How far does the Ride1Up Roadster v3 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 20–40 miles (depends on rider weight, terrain and assist).
| Rider weight | Easy 12 mph | Everyday 16 mph | Fast 20 mph | Throttle, hills |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 150 lb | 49 mi (39–59) | 28 mi (22–34) | 18 mi (15–22) | 18 mi (15–22) |
| 200 lb | 44 mi (35–53) | 24 mi (20–29) | 18 mi (14–21) | 16 mi (13–19) |
| 250 lb | 40 mi (32–47) | 22 mi (17–26) | 17 mi (13–20) | 14 mi (11–16) |
| 300 lb | 36 mi (29–43) | 19 mi (15–23) | 16 mi (13–19) | 12 mi (10–15) |
- 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 Roadster v3 climb hills?
Highest steady speed on each grade, motor at an estimated 800 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 | 18 mph | 11 mph | stalls |
| 180 lb, pedaling | 19 mph | 12 mph | 9 mph |
| 250 lb, throttle | 15 mph | 8 mph | stalls |
| 250 lb, pedaling | 17 mph | 10 mph | 6 mph |
Steepest grade at 8 mph (180 lb): 13% on throttle, 16% 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 (2 A)
4 h 39 min
With a 5 A charger
2 h 27 min
Cost per full charge
$0.08
Cost per mile
0.27¢
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
26
mi · 100% cap.
50°F
24
mi · 94% cap.
32°F
21
mi · 85% cap.
20°F
19
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 Roadster v3
Ride1Up Roadster v3 specs
From the Ride1Up product page, checked 2026-10-20. est. marks values Ride1Up doesn't confirm.
- Price
- $1,295
Source note
From $1,295; up to $1,495
- Class
- Class 1/2/3, throttle
- Top assisted speed
- 28 mph
- Battery
- 360 Wh (36 V × 10 Ah), removable
- Motor
- 500 W nominal, rear hub
- Torque
- 50 Nm
- Pedal sensor
- Torque
- Claimed range
- 20–40 mi (Depends on rider weight, terrain and assist)
- Weight
- 40 lb with battery
- Max load
- 300 lb rider + cargo
- Wheels & tires
- 28" × 1.77"
- Frame
- Low-step or diamond, 700c
- Charger
- Not published (we assume 2 A) est.
- Safety certification
- UL 2849 (e-bike) + UL 2271 (battery)
Replaces or follows: Ride1Up Roadster v2.
Common questions
What is the weight limit of the Ride1Up Roadster v3?
Ride1Up rates the Roadster v3 for 300 lb total (rider plus cargo). At 300 lb it still goes about 19 miles in everyday riding.
Can the Ride1Up Roadster v3 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 800 W estimated peak power and 50 Nm). With moderate pedaling, about 16%. On a 10% hill it holds about 11 mph on throttle.
How long does the Ride1Up Roadster v3 take to charge?
About 4 h 39 min from empty with the 2 A charger, or about 2 h 27 min with a 5 A fast charger. A full charge costs about $0.08 at the US average of 18.31¢/kWh, or 0.27¢ per mile.
Is the Ride1Up Roadster v3 a Class 2 or Class 3 e-bike?
Ride1Up lists it as Class 1/2/3, 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 Roadster v3?
At 40 lb with battery (about 36 lb without it) and 1.77" tires, 23 of 23 hitch racks we track can carry it.
| 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 |
Spare battery and charger
A second battery doubles range for long days; the simulator's custom mode lets you enter the combined watt-hours.
