Rad Power Bikes RadCity 5 Plus vs Aventon Level.2

What separates them

Price history

• Rad Power Bikes RadCity 5 Plus: lowest $1,399.00 on Oct 28; $1,699.00 on Nov 3.
• Aventon Level.2: lowest $1,099.00 on Oct 30 at Upway USA; $1,599.00 on Nov 3.

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Specs compared

Questions and answers

Which is better for commuting?

Both are built for commuting with fenders, racks, lights and hydraulic brakes. The Level.2 has the edge on paper with a torque sensor, 65 mm fork travel and a 300 lb capacity, at $100 less.

Is the RadCity 5 Plus worth the extra $100?

Only if Rad Power Bikes' larger US service network matters to you. On specs the Level.2 wins on sensor type, capacity, weight and price.

Which has the longer range?

Aventon rates the Level.2 at up to 60 miles. Rad rates the RadCity 5 Plus at up to 40–72 km (about 25–45 miles). Real range depends on assist level, hills and rider weight.

Which is easier to mount?

Both use step-through frames, so mounting is easy on either. The RadCity 5 Plus is 65 lb and the Level.2 is 62 lb, so both are heavy to lift onto a rack.

Do both have hydraulic brakes?

Yes. Both list hydraulic disc brakes front and rear, and both roll on 27.5-inch wheels.

Which is better for a heavier rider?

The Level.2, with a 300 lb load capacity against 275 lb for the RadCity 5 Plus.