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Ariel rider ebike - $1,300 (oakland lake merritt / grand)
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Review with info
Specs:
Battery: 52v, 18 Ah, 936 Wh
Motor: Bafang geared hub
Power: 1000w continuous, 2000w peak
Torque: 102 nm
Top Speed: ~32 mph
Weight: ~80 lbs
Full suspension
20x4 inch fat tires
Integrated brake light
Shimano Altus 1x7 speed shifter
Foldable passenger foot pegs
Fenders included
Power by throttle or pedal assist
Upgrades:
Ariel Rider Passenger seat ($60)
Ariel Rider Cargo Plus Rear Rack ($69)
Tannus Armor tire protection inserts ($132=66x2)
Ariel Rider BMX Handlebars ($45)
These bars allow for more upright/comfortable riding compared to stock
Air Suspension Forks w/ adjustable rebound ($170)
Upgrade from non-adjustable spring shocks
FJOYH Four-piston brake calipers ($100)
Upgrade from two-piston calipers
203mm floating disc brake rotors ($70=35x2)
Upgrade from 180mm discs
Drift Maniac 11-34T seven-speed cassette ($30)
Allows pedaling at higher speed than stock 14-34T cassette
Small saddlebag mounted to top tube
Handy for carrying u-lock
Kryptonite anti-theft wheelnutz ($35) - anti-theft for front wheel
Chrome anti-theft lug nut ($9) - anti-theft for rear wheel
Total Upgrades cost: $720
Additionally there is a brand new motor core from Ariel rider installed in October 2025.