Strengths & Weaknesses
Designed for: Versatile Everyday RidingStrengths
Front suspension, 27.5" wheels
0.45 mph/lb vs 0.38 mph/lb avg
440 lbs vs 377 lbs avg
IPX6, safe for light rain
Weaknesses
706Wh vs 852Wh avg
7 features vs 8 features avg
Compared with 118 similarly priced models ($1,424–$2,374), from manufacturer specs.
Performance Overview
Where it stands among 118 similarly priced e-bikes ($1,424–$2,374), from manufacturer specs. 50% is mid-pack.
How to read this
Each spoke shows where this vehicle ranks among similarly priced e-bikes: 73% means it beats 73% of them in that area. Rankings come from spec scores computed on fixed scales from manufacturer numbers (the small "spec" value, out of 100), so a high percentage means strong for the money, not perfect. The gray ring and ticks mark mid-pack.
At a Glance
The Velotric Summit 1 is a hybrid electric bike listed at $1,899. Manufacturer specs put it at 750W of rated motor power, a 706Wh battery, a claimed 70 mile range, and a 28 mph top speed, at 62 lbs.
Next to the 118 other electric bikes in its price band ($1,424–$2,374), its strongest numbers are speed for its weight (0.45 mph/lb vs 0.38 mph/lb avg) and payload capacity (440 lbs vs 377 lbs avg). The tradeoffs are battery capacity (706Wh vs 852Wh avg) and included features (7 features vs 8 features avg). Beyond the headline numbers it brings a front suspension, 27.5" wheels setup for ride comfort and an IPX6, safe for light rain ingress rating.
Full Specifications
Velotric Summit 1
Powertrain
- Motor Type
- Hub
- Nominal Power
- 750 W
- Torque
- 90 Nm
- Sensor Type
- Torque, Cadence
- Assist Levels
- 5
- Throttle
Battery & Range
- Watt Hours
- 705.6 Wh
- Voltage
- 48 V
- Claimed Range
- 70 mi112.7 km
- Battery Position
- In Frame
Components
- Front Brake
- Hydraulic Disc
- Rear Brake
- Hydraulic Disc
- Brake Brand
- Shimano
- Front Rotor
- 180 mm
- Rear Rotor
- 180 mm
- Gears
- 8
- Drive System
- Chain
- Gearing
- Derailleur
- Derailleur
- Shimano 8 Speed
- Shifter
- Shimano 8 Speed
- Cassette
- 8 Speed
- Frame Material
- Aluminum
- Puncture Protection
- UL 2849
- UL 2271
Ride Comfort
- Front Suspension
- Hydraulic Coil
- Front Travel
- 120 mm
- Rear Suspension
- Rigid
Utility
- Weight
- 62 lbs28.1 kg
- Max Load
- 440 lbs199.6 kg
- Kickstand
- IP Rating
- IPX6
- Lights
- Display
- TFT
- Connectivity
- Bluetooth, GPS
- App Compatible
- Warranty
- 24 mo
Classification
- Category
- Hybrid
- E-Bike Class
- 1, 2, 3
- Top Assist Speed
- 28 mph45.1 km/h
Wheels & Tires
- Wheel Size
- 27.5"
- Tire Size
- 27.5x2.6
- Tire Category
- All Terrain
- Tire Brand
- Kenda
Frame & Geometry
- Frame Style
- Step Over
- Sizes
- M, L
- Min Seat Height
- 30.5"77.5 cm
- Max Seat Height
- 37.2"94.5 cm
Rider Fit
Fits riders
5'1" – 6'6"155 – 198 cm
One frame size. Heights are the manufacturer's recommendation, not a hard limit.
Rider Fit Notes
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