Ride1Up RIFT $1,495

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Ride1Up RIFT Electric Bike Summary

The Ride1Up RIFT is a powerful and versatile fat tire electric bike designed for both urban commuting and off-road adventures.

Pros:

  • Powerful 750W motor and large 960Wh battery for long range
  • Fat tires and suspension fork provide excellent off-road capability
  • Hydraulic disc brakes offer great stopping power
  • Integrated rear rack allows for cargo hauling
  • Optional passenger kit for carrying a second rider
  • Reasonably priced for a high-performance fat tire eBike

Cons:

  • Relatively heavy at 85 lbs
  • No torque sensor pedal assist (cadence sensor only)

Review Summaries: Reviews praise the RIFT's powerful motor, long battery range, smooth ride quality from the suspension fork and fat tires, and its versatility for both urban and trail use. The integrated rear rack and optional passenger kit are highlighted as standout features. Some reviewers note the lack of a torque sensor as a drawback, but overall the RIFT is recommended as an exceptionally capable and well-equipped fat tire eBike, especially given its price point.

Recommendation: For riders seeking a do-it-all electric fat bike that excels both on-road and off-road, the Ride1Up RIFT looks to be an excellent choice. Its brawny motor, large battery capacity, proper mountain bike components like suspension and hydraulic brakes, and versatile cargo capabilities make it genuinely adventure-ready. At $1,895, it offers premium specs and performance at a relatively affordable price point in the fat tire eBike category.

Compare specs to other fat-tire eBikes

$1,495 Ride1Up RIFT
ebike ebike
Ride1Up
RIFT

Price
$1,495
$1,495

Released
April 2023
April 2023

Best For

Styles

Standover Height
19"
19"

Drive
Hub-Drive
Hub-Drive

Sensor
Cadence
Cadence

Torque
95Nm
95Nm

Watts
750W
750W

Controller
30A
30A

Battery
48V 20Ah
48V 20Ah

Battery Watt Hours
960Wh
960Wh

Class
Class 2 or 3
Class 2 or 3

Tires
26" x 4.0"
26" x 4.0"

Gears
8-Speed Shimano Altus
8-Speed Shimano Altus

Weight
84.5lbs
84.5lbs

Brakes
Hydraulic 180mm Rotors, 4 pistons and cut-off sensor
Hydraulic 180mm Rotors, 4 pistons and cut-off sensor

Frame
Step-Over or Step-Thru
Step-Over or Step-Thru

Capacity
350lbs
350lbs

Suspension
Front hydraulic fork with 120mm of travel
Front hydraulic fork with 120mm of travel

Rider Height
5'1" - 6'4"
5'1" - 6'4"

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1345Wh
750W (1,350W peak) 90Nm 68lbs
76lbs
400lbs 5'6" - 6'2"
Velotric Nomad 1 Velotric Nomad 1 $1,299 Hub-Drive 691Wh 750W (1,200W peak) 75Nm 73lbs 440lbs 5'1" - 6'9"
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Juiced RipCurrent S Juiced RipCurrent S $1,949 Hub-Drive 995Wh 1000W (1300 Peak)
1000W (1865W Peak)
90Nm
100Nm
25A
36A
76lbs 300lbs 5'4' - 6'3"+
WIRED Freedom WIRED Freedom $1,999 Hub-Drive 1200Wh 1000W (2000W peak) 100Nm 40A 77lbs 350lbs 5'4" - 6'4"
Rad Power Bikes Radster Trail Rad Power Bikes Radster Trail $1,999 Hub-Drive 720Wh 750W 100Nm 78lbs 370lbs 4'11" - 6'4"
Biktrix Juggernaut Hub Duo Step-Thru Biktrix Juggernaut Hub Duo Step-Thru $2,499 Hub-Drive 910Wh
1898Wh
750W 80Nm 30A 75lbs 17.7"

Ride1Up RIFT Reviews

Ride1UP RIFT Review by Ebike Escape

Reviewed MAY 20, 2023

Ride1UP RIFT Review by Soldier Knows Best

Reviewed MAY 14, 2023

Ride1UP RIFT Review by Freshly Charged

Reviewed MAY 09, 2023

Ride1UP RIFT Review by Electrek.co

Reviewed APR 26, 2023

Ride1UP RIFT Review by Electrified Reviews

Reviewed APR 25, 2023