Aventon Soltera.2 Electric Bike vs Velotric T1 ST Plus
Buy the Velotric T1 ST Plus if you want the lighter bike, longer range, faster top speed and a step-through frame that fits shorter riders. Buy the Aventon Soltera.2 if you want to spend less and prefer a standard frame with turn signals and a torque sensor. The Soltera.2 is $1,199.00 at Bicycle Garage as of November 3, 2026, and the T1 ST Plus is $1,299.00 at 562 Ebikes Electric Bicycle as of the same date, so the Velotric costs $100 more.
Today the Aventon Soltera.2 Electric Bike costs $100.00 less at its best price.
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Aventon Soltera.2 Electric Bike
5$1,199.00at Bicycle GarageObserved at 9:25 PM
Choose the Aventon Soltera.2 if you want to save $100, prefer a standard diamond frame, and value built-in turn signals for city riding.
Pros
- Costs $100 less than the T1 ST Plus at the listed prices
- Turn signals and integrated lights help in traffic
- Torque sensor gives natural pedal assist
- Rides like a regular bike and is easy to lift onto a hitch rack
Cons
- Heavier at 46 lbs
- Shorter 46-mile range
- Narrow 38c tires struggle in sand and on soft trails
What separates them
| Aventon Soltera.2 Electric Bike | Velotric T1 ST Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,199.00 at Bicycle Garage as of November 3, 2026 | $1,299.00 at 562 Ebikes Electric Bicycle as of November 3, 2026 |
| Weight | 46 lbs | 36 lbs (39 lbs stated in the manufacturer description) |
| Range | Up to 46 miles | Up to 70 miles |
| Top speed and class | 20 mph, Class 2 (throttle) | 28 mph, Class 3 functionality |
| Frame | Standard single-butted aluminum alloy frame | Step-through 6061 triple-butted aluminum frame |
| Load capacity | 300 lbs | 330 lbs |
| Tires | 700c x 38c Kenda | 700c x 40c e-bike tires |
| Lights and signals |
Price history
$1,299.00$999.99
- Aventon Soltera.2 Electric Bike: lowest $999.99 on Oct 29; $999.99 on Nov 2.
- Velotric T1 ST Plus: lowest $1,299.00 on Oct 30 at 562 Ebikes Electric Bicycle; $1,299.00 on Nov 3.
Prices at every store
Aventon Soltera.2 Electric Bike
- Bicycle GarageNew
In stock
$1,199.00+ $200.00 shippingObserved at 9:25 PM
Velotric T1 ST Plus
- 562 Ebikes Electric BicycleNew
In stock
$1,299.00Free shippingObserved at 1:06 AM - Next-E BikesNew
In stock
$1,299.00Observed at 1:05 AM - Brimstone BicyclesNew
In stockReturn policy
$1,349.00Observed at 1:06 AM
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Specs compared
| Spec | Aventon Soltera.2 Electric Bike | Velotric T1 ST Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Range | Up to 46 Miles | Up to 70 miles |
| Weight | 46 lbs | 36 lbs |
| Color | Storm Blue | — |
| Number Of Speeds | 20 speed | — |
| Pedal assist levels | 4 Levels | — |
| Total weight limit | 300 lbs | — |
| Battery | 36V, 9.6Ah, LG Cell, UL 2849 Compliant | — |
| Motor | 36V, 350W sustained, 540W peak brushless hub mo… | — |
| Tires | 700c x 38c Kenda | — |
| Speed class | Class 2 | — |
| Rear derailleur |
Questions and answers
- Which is better for a short commute?
- Both work for city commuting. The T1 ST Plus is 10 lbs lighter and has a step-through frame, which makes stops and starts easier. The Soltera.2 adds turn signals for visibility.
- Which has longer range?
- The Velotric T1 ST Plus, at up to 70 miles versus up to 46 miles for the Aventon Soltera.2. Real range drops with hills, weight and assist level on both.
- Is the Velotric worth the extra $100?
- Yes if you want less weight, more range and a 28 mph top speed. The Soltera.2 saves $100 and adds turn signals.
- Which fits shorter riders better?
- The T1 ST Plus. Its step-through frame has a 687mm stand-over height and a minimum saddle height of 770mm. The Soltera.2 is a standard frame.
- Which is better on gravel?
- The T1 ST Plus, with 40c tires and a listed gravel use case. The Soltera.2's 38c Kenda tires are fine on packed gravel but not soft trails.
- Do both have a torque sensor?
- Yes. Both use a torque sensor, so pedal assist responds to how hard you push.
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