Ride1Up Roadster V3
The e-bike that hides it — a 40 lb single-speed-look commuter with a quiet 500W Mivice hub, an Intui-Drive torque sensor, a battery buried in the down tube and an optional Gates carbon belt.
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The Engineering
Stealth By Design
Quiet 500W Mivice Hub
500W · 50 Nm · torque sensor
Barely-There Motor
A compact angled-gear Mivice hub is quiet and light, and the Intui-Drive torque sensor meters power to your effort for a natural ride.
Class 1–3
28mph capable and certified to ANSI/CAN/UL 2849, with an integrated thumb throttle.
Hidden Battery
A 36V 10Ah 360Wh Samsung pack lives inside the down tube — removable, lockable and invisible.
Chain Or Belt
9-speed chain · Gates belt
microSHIFT Advent
The chain build runs a 9-speed microSHIFT Advent trigger with an 11–36T range for real hills.
Gates Carbon Belt
Choose the Dayco/Gates carbon belt for a silent, grease-free, near-zero-maintenance drivetrain.
700c Gravel Tyres
700×45c Schwalbe G-One or Continental Terra rubber rolls fast and takes rough tarmac in its stride.
Light & Simple
40 lbs · aluminium
Just 40 Pounds
At around 40 lbs it's one of the lightest e-bikes going — easy to carry upstairs or onto a rack.
Tektro Hydraulics
Tektro HD-R285 2-piston hydraulic discs give confident, low-effort stopping.
OLED Cockpit
A tiny Velofox 1.3in OLED keeps the clean look while showing speed, battery and assist.
Find Your Fit
Size & Fittings
Ride1Up Roadster V3 700c · Low-step / Med / Lrg
Will It Fit You?
- Rider heightLow-step, Medium & Large sizes
- Wheel size700c
- Weight~40 lbs
- Max payload300 lbs
- FrameLightweight aluminium alloy
- ClassClass 1–3, 28 mph
Three frame sizes (including a low-step) cover most riders. The Roadster is about lightness and stealth rather than outright range — 20–40 miles from the 360Wh pack, and a featherweight 40 lbs to carry.
Plan Your Ride
Your Range, Not Mine
Brand range figures come from a light rider on flat ground in perfect weather. Set it up the way you actually ride and you get the window to plan a trip inside.
The Numbers
Full Specifications
Source: ride1up.com →⚡ E-System
🚦 Performance
🔧 Chassis & Brakes
✨ Features & Options
The Bike Cave Verdict
Ben's Take
The Roadster V3 is the anti-e-bike e-bike. At around 40 lbs with the battery hidden in the down tube and a single-speed silhouette, it looks like a nice analogue commuter and rides like a quiet, torque-sensing electric one. The 500W Mivice hub and 360Wh battery won't win range or power contests, but that's not the point — this is about a light, clean, low-maintenance city bike you can carry upstairs, and the optional Gates belt makes it genuinely fuss-free. For urban riders who want assistance without the bulk and the look, it's one of the most tasteful things Ride1Up makes. Full ride review to come.
👍 What stands out
- Genuinely light at ~40 lbs
- Stealth looks — hidden battery, clean lines
- Natural torque-sensor power delivery
- Optional silent Gates carbon belt drive
- Fast-rolling 700c gravel tyres
👎 What to know
- Not yet reviewed on camera — score to come
- Small 360Wh battery limits range
- 500W hub is the mildest motor in the line
- Not built for cargo or big hills
Kit it out
Accessories made for the Ride1Up Roadster V3
All Ride1Up accessories (9 matched) →Ride1Up builds these for this bike. Fitment comes from Ride1Up's own product listings, not our guesswork.
Roadster V2 & V3 Add-On Battery$295→
Roadster V2 & V3 Add-On Battery$295→
Roadster v3 Battery$255→
Roadster v2 Replacement Battery$215→
Roadster v3 Rear Rack$55→
Touring Package$135→
Ride1Up Utility Panniers$70→
Roadster v3 Replacement Parts$30→
Roadster V2 and Gravel Roadster Replacement Parts$30→
Frequently asked questions
How fast does the Ride1Up Roadster V3 go?
The Ride1Up Roadster V3's top speed is rated at 28 mph.
How far does the Ride1Up Roadster V3 go on a charge?
The Ride1Up Roadster V3 is rated for 40 mi.
How much does the Ride1Up Roadster V3 weigh, and what's the rider capacity?
The Ride1Up Roadster V3 weighs ~40 lbs. Max rider/cargo load is 300 lbs.
How much does the Ride1Up Roadster V3 cost?
It starts from $1,295.
What stands out on the Ride1Up Roadster V3?
Genuinely light at ~40 lbs. Stealth looks — hidden battery, clean lines. Natural torque-sensor power delivery.
What are the downsides of the Ride1Up Roadster V3?
Not yet reviewed on camera — score to come. Small 360Wh battery limits range. 500W hub is the mildest motor in the line.