Aventon Level 3 Commuter Electric Bike
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- 500W sustained (864W peak) rear hub motor with 60Nm torque and a removable 733Wh battery
- Up to 70 miles of estimated range per charge (Aventon, Eco mode)
- Torque sensor with Ride Tune assist customization in the Aventon app
- 4G/GPS ACU security: location tracking, geofencing, alarm and remote shutdown
- Suspension fork, suspension seatpost and adjustable stem for a comfortable ride
- Fenders, 60 lb rear rack, integrated lights and hydraulic disc brakes included
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About the Aventon Level 3 Commuter Electric Bike
The Aventon Level 3 is a commuter e-bike equipped for daily riding, with fenders, a rear rack, integrated lights, a suspension fork and a suspension seatpost included. A 36V rear hub motor rated at 500W sustained (864W peak) with 60Nm of torque runs from a removable 733Wh battery (36V, 20Ah, LG 21700 cells), with an estimated range of up to 70 miles per charge.
It ships as a Class 2 e-bike, with throttle and pedal assist up to 20 mph. A double-sided bottom bracket torque sensor matches assist to how hard you pedal, and the three assist levels can be fine-tuned with Ride Tune in the Aventon app. Ride information appears on the Aventon BC280 display.
Built-in Aventon Control Unit (ACU) electronics add 4G and GPS connectivity for location tracking, geofencing, an alarm with motion sensing, remote shutdown, status reports and ride statistics through the app. Aventon includes the 4G service free for the first year after registration; a paid subscription is needed after that.
The 6061 aluminum frame comes in step-over and step-through styles, each in Regular and Large sizes, covering riders from 4'11" to 6'4". Comfort comes from an 80mm coil fork with lockout, a 50mm-travel suspension seatpost, an adjustable stem and 27.5 x 2.2-inch Kenda tires. Hydraulic disc brakes with 180mm rotors and an 8-speed Shimano Altus drivetrain complete the build. The bike weighs 67 lbs, carries up to 300 lbs in total and up to 60 lbs on the rack, and is UL 2849 certified, with the battery certified to UL 2271.
What reviewers say
OutdoorGearLab named the Level 3 its top pick for commuting, and Electric Bike Report calls it one of the best commuter e-bikes on the market. Testers praise the responsive torque sensor, a motor that feels stronger than its 500W rating (OutdoorGearLab measured about 890 peak watts on a dyno), sporty yet stable handling and the comfort of the suspension fork and seatpost. Range beat Aventon's claim in Electric Bike Report's tests (44.2 miles in Turbo, 80.6 miles in Eco); OutdoorGearLab covered 38.1 miles with over 1,900 feet of climbing. The 4G/GPS security features are a highlight. Complaints: the tail lights did not work as brake lights on tested bikes, the brake levers have a long pull and felt flexy, the headlight is dim for dark roads, and the charging port sits awkwardly under the downtube.
Pros
- Responsive torque sensor and a motor that feels stronger than its rating
- Range beat Aventon's 70-mile claim in Electric Bike Report's Eco test
- 4G/GPS security features (tracking, geofencing, alarm) stand out at this level
- Suspension fork and seatpost make for a comfortable ride
- Fenders, rear rack and lights come standard
Cons
- Tail lights did not function as brake lights on reviewed bikes
- Brake levers have a long pull and felt flexy to testers
- Headlight is dim for unlit roads
- Charging port is awkwardly placed under the downtube
Our summary of professional and shopper reviews published elsewhere (OutdoorGearLab; Electric Bike Report; Electrek), as of Oct 19, 2026. These are not reviews of PAPA YES.
Key specs
| Brand | Aventon |
|---|---|
| Bike type | Commuter electric bike |
| Motor | 36V rear hub, 500W sustained / 864W peak |
| Motor torque | 60Nm |
| Battery | Removable internal lithium-ion, 36V 20Ah, 733Wh, LG 21700 cells |
| Battery weight | 8.7 lbs |
| Range (Aventon estimate) | Up to 70 miles (165 lb rider, flat paved road, Eco mode, default Ride Tune) |
| E-bike class | Class 2 as shipped (throttle and pedal assist to 20 mph) |
| Pedal assist | 3 levels with Ride Tune customization |
| Sensor | Double-sided bottom bracket torque sensor |
| Throttle | Left-hand handlebar-mounted |
| Display | Aventon BC280 |
| Connectivity | ACU with 4G/GPS: location, geofencing, alarm/motion sensor, remote shutdown, ride stats |
| 4G service | Free for the first year after registration, then paid subscription |
| Frame | 6061 aluminum, gravity-cast front triangle |
| Frame styles | Step-over or step-through |
| Sizes (step-over) | Regular: 5'3"-5'10"; Large: 5'10"-6'4" rider height |
| Sizes (step-through) | Regular: 4'11"-5'7"; Large: 5'7"-6'1" rider height |
| Weight | 67 lbs |
| Total weight limit | 300 lbs |
| Rear rack limit | 60 lbs |
| Fork | Aventon suspension fork, 80mm coil, lockout, 15x100mm thru-axle |
| Seatpost | Aventon suspension seatpost, 30.9mm, 50mm travel |
| Brakes | Hydraulic disc, 180mm rotors (Magura AT-2 or Tektro HD-E3520, varies by build) |
| Derailleur / shifter | Shimano Altus RD-M310 8-speed / Shimano SL-M315-8R trigger |
| Cassette / chainring | Shimano CS-HG200-8 12-32T / 48T, 170mm cranks |
| Wheels | 27.5 in, double-wall aluminum rims |
| Tires | Kenda Kwick Seven-5 Sport K1052-006, 27.5 x 2.20 in |
| Handlebar / stem | Aluminum 680mm, 31.8mm clamp / adjustable stem |
| Lights | Integrated front and rear |
| Included | Fenders, rear rack, kickstand |
| Charger | 42V, 4A |
| Charge time | About 5 hours (0-100%) |
| Water resistance | IPX5 (bike), IPX6 (components) |
| Certifications | UL 2849 (e-bike), UL 2271 (battery) |
| Category | Tools & Outdoor |
| Term | 52 weekly payments |
| Weekly payment | $39.20 |
| Total cost | $2,038.80 in store credit |
| Availability | In stock |
| SKU | aventon-level-3-commuter-ebike-80fe26 |
