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Ride1Up CF Racer1Trek Verve+ 2 Lowstep
| Spec | Bike ARide1Up CF Racer1Maker price $2,195 | Bike BTrek Verve+ 2 LowstepMaker price $2,399.93 |
|---|---|---|
| Price & value | ||
| Maker price | $2,195Better | $2,399.93 |
| Wh per $100 | 11 | 17Better |
| Financing | 0% APR or as low as $71 a month with Affirm | Not stated |
| Motor & hills | ||
| Class | Class 3 | Class 1 |
| Motor type | Rear hub | Mid-drive |
| Motor power | 250 W | 250 W |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 50 NmBetter |
| Sensor | Cadence sensor | Not stated |
| Throttle | Not stated | Not stated |
| Gears | 12Better | 9 |
| Top assisted speed | 28 mph | 20 mph |
| Battery & range | ||
| Battery | 252 Wh | 400 WhBetter |
| Removable | Not stated | Not stated |
| Second battery option | Not stated | Not stated |
| Claimed range | 16–40 mi | Up to 50 mi |
| Size & fit | ||
| Rider height | 5'3"–6'3" | 5'1"–6'1" |
| Max rider | 225 lb | 300 lbBetter |
| Max payload | Not stated | Not stated |
| Frame | Not stated | step-through |
| Wheels / tires | Not stated × Not stated | 27.5" × 2" |
| Weight & storage | ||
| Weight | 28.6 lbBetter | 51.81 lb |
| Folded size | Doesn't fold | Doesn't fold |
| Safety & certification | ||
| UL 2849 | Not stated by maker | UL 2849 certified |
| Brakes | 160 mm SRAM Apex hydraulic disc | Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc, 160 mm rotors |
| Warranty, returns & service | ||
| Frame warranty | Not stated | Not stated |
| Battery warranty | 1 yr | Not stated |
| Return window | 30 days | 30 days |
| Restocking fee | Only for cancelled orders or bikes returned never assembled or tested (amount not stated) | None stated |
| Service | Not stated | Local dealers |
| Check price at Ride1Up (opens in a new tab)Full profileAbout Ride1Up | Check price at Trek (opens in a new tab)Full profileAbout Trek |
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