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Aventon Level 4 RECVelotric Discover 3
| Spec | Bike AAventon Level 4 RECMaker price $1,999 | Bike BVelotric Discover 3Maker price $1,999 |
|---|---|---|
| Price & value | ||
| Maker price | $1,999 | $1,999 |
| Wh per $100 | 37Better | 37 |
| Financing | Affirm, from about $93 a month (0% APR if you qualify) | Not stated |
| Motor & hills | ||
| Class | Class 2 | Class 1/2/3 (switchable) |
| Motor type | Rear hub | Hub motor |
| Motor power | 750 W (1,188 W peak) | 750 W (1,100 W peak) |
| Torque | 80 NmBetter | 75 Nm |
| Sensor | Not stated | Not stated |
| Throttle | Yes | Yes |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Top assisted speed | 28 mph | 28 mph |
| Battery & range | ||
| Battery | 733 WhBetter | 730 Wh |
| Removable | Yes | Not stated |
| Second battery option | Not stated | Not stated |
| Claimed range | Up to 75 mi | Up to 80 mi |
| Size & fit | ||
| Rider height | 5'3"–6'4" | 4'11"–6'7" |
| Max rider | 300 lb | 440 lbBetter |
| Max payload | Not stated | Not stated |
| Frame | step-over | Not stated |
| Wheels / tires | 27.5" × 2.2" | 27.5" × 2.4" |
| Weight & storage | ||
| Weight | 68.5 lb | 61 lbBetter |
| Folded size | Doesn't fold | Doesn't fold |
| Safety & certification | ||
| UL 2849 | UL 2849 certified | UL 2849 certified |
| Brakes | Tektro HD-E3520 2-piston hydraulic disc, 180 mm rotors | Tektro hydraulic disc, 180 mm rotors |
| Warranty, returns & service | ||
| Frame warranty | 2 yr | 5 yrBetter |
| Battery warranty | 2 yr | 2 yr |
| Return window | 14 days | 14 days |
| Restocking fee | None for new, unused bikes (1 mile or less on the odometer); 50% for used bikes (under 20 miles) | $200 per bike |
| Service | Not stated | Not stated |
| Check price at Aventon (opens in a new tab)Full profileAbout Aventon | Check price at Velotric (opens in a new tab)Full profileAbout Velotric |
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