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“And your ears shall hear a word behind you, saying, ‘This is the way, walk in it,’ when you turn to the right or when you turn to the left.” Isaiah 30:21 (ESV)
Should you buy one?
If you want a commuter e-bike that comes with everything already on it, the Aventon Level.2 is the one I’d have pointed you to when I filmed it in 2022. The biggest upgrade over the first Level is the torque sensor: the harder you pedal, the more power you get, and it’s the most responsive way I’ve found to ride an e-bike. It also comes with front and rear fenders, a rear rack, integrated head and tail lights, brake lights and a full color display.
It isn’t perfect. It’s pretty heavy, especially next to the Soltera I was riding every day, and there’s no bell on the handlebars.
Buying note: as of Oct 22, 2026, Aventon’s Level.2 Step-Through page says the bike is discontinued, even though the page still shows a $999 sale price (compare-at $1,899). My Aventon link below goes to Aventon’s store, where you can see the current Level lineup.
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Quick specs
These numbers come from Aventon’s own pages (checked Oct 22, 2026) and my video. Aventon’s Level.2 Step-Through page gives the motor, weight, throttle speed and range. The peak power, battery, pedal assist top speed, gears, fork travel and weight limit come from Aventon’s own Amazon listing for the Level.2. My test bike had more than 30 miles on it. The Level.2 is discontinued as of Oct 22, 2026, and the 1,949 is its 2022 price.
| Aventon | My test | |
|---|---|---|
| Motor (W, sustained) | 500 | Not listed |
| Motor (W, peak) | 750 | Not listed |
| Battery (V) | 48 | Not listed |
| Battery (Ah) | 14 | Not listed |
| Battery (Wh) | 672 | Not listed |
| Rated range (mi) | 60 | Not listed |
| Miles on my test bike (mi) | Not listed | 30 |
| Throttle top speed (mph) | 20 | Not listed |
| Pedal assist top speed (mph) | 28 | Not listed |
| Pedal assist levels | 5 | 5 |
| Rear gears | 8 | 7 |
| Fork travel (mm) | 65 | Not listed |
| Weight (lbs) | 62 | Not listed |
| Battery weight (lbs) | 7.6 | Not listed |
| Total weight limit (lbs) | 300 | Not listed |
| Price, USD | Not listed | 1,949 |
Two things to know:
- Gears. In the video I said there were seven gears in the rear and asked you to correct me if I was wrong. Aventon’s own listing says 8-speed, so go with Aventon’s number.
- Class. Aventon says the Level.2 ships with pedal assist and throttle limited to 20 mph, which makes it a Class 2 bike out of the box. Aventon says it can be unlocked to Class 3, with pedal assist up to 28 mph. My Class 2 vs Class 3 guide explains what that means for where you can ride, and my state laws pages cover the rules where you live.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Torque sensor: the harder you pedal, the more power goes to the motor
- Full color display that turns on when you hold the power button
- Throttle works from zero, as long as you’re in a pedal assist mode
- Integrated headlight and tail light, plus brake lights on the frame and the rear fender
- Front and rear fenders and a rear rack come standard
- Front fork suspension that soaks up bumps
- Removable battery that locks with a key
- App lets you see the bike, change settings like brightness, check range and unlock the bike
- New color options that look great
Cons
- Pretty heavy, especially next to the Soltera
- No bell on the handlebars
- $1,949 when I filmed it, a steep price
- Discontinued as of Oct 22, 2026
What’s new on the Level.2
Most of what I liked on the first Level is still here. Aventon updated the controls: hold down the power button and the full color display turns on. The brakes now trigger brake lights on the frame and on the rear fender.
You get 5 pedal assist levels, and the throttle works from zero. By the time I filmed, I’d done over 30 miles on this bike.
The app
You can connect the Level.2 to your phone. The app lets you see the bike, tailor a couple of settings like brightness, see your range, unlock the bike and maximize the power. I also had Aventon’s phone holder on one of my bikes, and the bags you see in the video are from Aventon’s website too.
Two frames, same controls
I filmed both the step-through and the step-over Level.2, and the controls are the same on both.
Everything that comes standard
These are beautiful bikes. Front fork suspension, a key-locking removable battery, integrated lights, full fenders and a rear rack all come standard.
Aventon also updated the Level.2 with multiple new colors. The design is very similar to what Aventon first released with the Soltera and Soltera 7, with those beautiful colors and the integrated features.
The integrated lights help other people see you. The one thing missing is a bell to let pedestrians know you’re coming, so plan on adding one.
The Level.2 is super solid, but it’s pretty heavy next to the Soltera I’d been riding every day.
The torque sensor is the biggest upgrade
The biggest and best upgrade on the Level.2 is the torque sensor. A cadence sensor only measures your feet going around in a circle. A torque sensor measures how hard you press, so the harder you push, the more power goes to the motor. It’s really fun, and it’s the most responsive way I’ve found to ride an e-bike. If you’ve only ridden cadence sensor bikes, this is the feature to try.
A parent hack: tag-along bikes
We have younger kids, and getting kids to go on a longer bike ride, or ride their bikes at all, can be hard. I picked up two of those little tandem tag-along bikes used on Facebook Marketplace for relatively cheap. I think it was around $40.
It’s so easy to have the kids hop on and tag along with us. And since you have the electric motor, you don’t notice dragging the extra weight. If you want to ride with your kids, this is a cheap way to start. My parents’ guide to kids’ e-bikes covers more options.
How it rides
If you’re looking for an e-bike to commute on, this is the one. It’s a perfect commuter, whether your route is a solid trail like the one in my video, a concrete path or a rocky trail. The front fork suspension mitigates the bumps, and it’s a very comfortable e-bike.
With the rack and full fenders, you can carry your things and stay dry in a light rain. It’s also a great bike to take out on the weekends and a perfect bike to get started with e-bikes.
How it compares
| Level.2 | Level 3 | Soltera 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motor (W, sustained) | 500 | 500 | 350 |
| Motor (W, peak) | 750 | 864 | Not listed |
| Torque sensor | Yes | Not listed | Yes |
| Battery (Wh) | 672 | 733 | Not listed |
| Rated range (mi) | 60 | 70 | 46 |
| Rear gears | 8 | 8 | 7 |
| Fork travel (mm) | 65 | 80 | Not listed |
| Weight (lbs) | 62 | 67 | Not listed |
| Fenders and rack included | Yes | Not listed | Not listed |
| Price, USD (Oct 22, 2026) | Discontinued | 1,699 (sold out) | Not listed |
Level 3 and Soltera 2 figures come from my Aventon Level 3 review and Aventon Soltera 2 review.
- Aventon Level 3: the newer Level, with a bigger battery and longer rated range.
- Aventon Soltera 2: lighter, and what I rode every day before the Level.2.
- Aventon Pace 500.3: if you want a step-through cruiser instead of a commuter.
Who it’s for
- Commuters. Rack, fenders, lights and suspension come standard.
- Riders who like to pedal. The torque sensor rewards effort.
- Parents. Add a used tag-along bike and the kids can ride with you.
- First-time e-bike buyers who want an entry-level bike or a car replacement.
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone who needs to lift the bike often. It’s pretty heavy.
- Riders who want the newest model. Aventon lists the Level.2 as discontinued.
- Shoppers on a tight budget. There are cheaper e-bikes out there.
FAQ
What’s the biggest difference between the Level.2 and the first Level?
The torque sensor. The harder you pedal, the more power you get, which makes it the most responsive way to ride.
Does the throttle work from a stop?
Yes, it works from zero, as long as you’re in one of the pedal assist modes.
How fast does it go?
Aventon lists 20 mph on throttle. Aventon says pedal assist can be unlocked to 28 mph (Class 3).
Does it come with fenders and a rack?
Yes. Front and rear fenders and a rear rack come standard.
Is it heavy?
Aventon lists 62 lbs with the battery installed. It felt pretty heavy to me compared to the Soltera.
Can you still buy a new one?
As of Oct 22, 2026, Aventon’s Level.2 Step-Through page says it’s discontinued. Aventon’s store shows the current Level lineup.
Price
The Level.2 cost $1,949 when I filmed it in September 2022. That’s a steep price, but I think you get a ton for it. As of Oct 22, 2026, Aventon lists the Level.2 as discontinued. Its product page still shows a $999 sale price with a $1,899 compare-at price, but stock may be gone. For other options, see my list of the best e-bikes under $2,000.
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