In the full review (10 sections)
Should you buy one?
Buy the REVR CM7 if your commute mixes pavement with dirt or gravel and you want a soft ride. It has a front fork and a rear shock (2:18 to 2:47), Zoom hydraulic disc brakes on both wheels (0:56 to 1:10, 2:08 to 2:12), and knobby fat tires that held traction on dirt slopes in my testing (3:50 to 4:09). I said it suits a medium to long commute with some gravel on the way (4:47 to 5:03).
Skip it if you want a light bike or a torque sensor. It’s a heavier e-bike because of the fat tires and rims (4:28 to 4:37), and it uses a cadence sensor with a crankset that didn’t feel as smooth as some others (2:55 to 3:07). REVR lists 70.84 lb.
The deciding factor: comfort and brakes versus weight. If you carry it up stairs, look elsewhere.
See the CM7 at REVR (REVR’s current CM7s showed $1,399 in search results on Oct 23, 2026; confirm at checkout)
Quick specs
| Spec | REVR CM7 |
|---|---|
| Type | Step-through fat-tire city bike (4:11 to 4:24) |
| Motor | 500W rear hub, Class 2 (3:08 to 3:16); Bafang, 1,100W peak (REVR) |
| Battery | 48V 18Ah (864Wh), removable (REVR) |
| Second battery | Optional, slides into the rear rack; not on my test bike (3:21 to 3:32) |
| Rated range | Up to 80 mi (REVR) |
| Top speed | 20 mph throttle, 28 mph pedal assist (REVR) |
| Pedal assist | 5 levels plus 0, cadence sensor (1:29 to 1:36, 3:00 to 3:07) |
| Throttle | Twist, works from zero (2:12 to 2:14) |
| Brakes | Zoom hydraulic disc, front and rear (0:56 to 1:10); 180mm (REVR) |
| Suspension | Front fork and rear shock (2:18 to 2:39) |
| Tires | Kenda 20 x 4.0 in knobby (3:50 to 3:55; REVR) |
| Gears | Shimano 7-speed (REVR) |
| Lights | Large integrated headlight, rear tail light (1:36 to 2:01) |
| Extras | Front and rear fenders, integrated rear rack, bell (1:22 to 1:24, 2:31 to 2:33, 3:16 to 3:21) |
| Weight | 70.84 lb (REVR) |
| Max load | 450 lb (REVR) |
| Rider height | 5’2” to 6’2” (REVR) |
| Charging | 54.6V 2A charger, about 9 hours (REVR) |
Source note: times in parentheses are from my review video. Everything marked (REVR) is from REVR’s CM7s product page as of Oct 23, 2026. The bike I filmed was the CM7; REVR now sells the CM7s.
What I didn’t test
I didn’t run a range test, a top-speed test, or a braking test, and I didn’t weigh the bike. The 80 mile range, 70.84 lb weight and 450 lb load are REVR’s numbers. I didn’t try the optional second battery (3:28 to 3:32).
Who it’s for
- Commuters with a medium to long ride and some gravel along the way (4:47 to 5:03).
- Couples or families sharing one bike, thanks to the step-through frame (4:11 to 4:24).
- Riders on dirt and gravel who want a cushioned ride (2:37 to 2:47).
- Anyone who wants to strap a bag to a strong rear rack (3:16 to 3:23, 4:42 to 4:47).
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone who has to lift or carry the bike (4:28 to 4:37).
- Riders who want a torque sensor (3:00 to 3:07).
- Riders who care about a smooth crankset (2:55 to 3:00).
How it compares
| REVR CM7 | Mokwheel Scoria | Bee Cool Adventurer | Fahrbike Roadster 73 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,399 for the CM7s (Oct 23, 2026) | not listed (now sold as the Scoria 2.0) | $1,099 (Oct 22, 2026) | $899 sale (Oct 23, 2026) |
| Motor | 500W, 1,100W peak | 750W, 90 Nm | 1,200W peak, 92 Nm | not listed |
| Battery | 864Wh | 48V 19.6Ah | 48V 21Ah | Samsung cells |
| Suspension | Fork plus rear shock | 110mm fork | Fork plus rear shock | Dual shocks front and rear |
| Weight | 70.84 lb | 79 lb | 78 lb | not listed |
| Max load | 450 lb | 350 lb | 350 lb | not listed |
Rival specs are from the brands, as listed on my review pages for those bikes.
The CM7 is the lightest of the bikes here that list a weight, and it has the highest listed load.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Zoom hydraulic disc brakes (0:56 to 1:10)
- Front and rear suspension, very smooth on dirt and gravel (2:18 to 2:47)
- Knobby tires grip on dirt slopes (3:50 to 4:02)
- Bright integrated headlight and tail light (1:42 to 2:01)
- Fenders and a rigid integrated rear rack (2:31 to 2:33, 3:16 to 3:23)
- Throttle works from zero (2:12 to 2:14)
- Deep green paint with a metal flake (0:19 to 0:52)
Cons
- Heavy (4:28 to 4:37); 70.84 lb (REVR)
- Cadence sensor, not torque (3:00 to 3:07)
- Crankset not as smooth as some (2:55 to 3:00)
- Basic seat (3:32 to 3:48)
FAQ
Does it have full suspension?
Yes. There’s a front fork and a rear shock (2:18 to 2:39). On dirt and gravel it felt like floating (2:39 to 2:47).
Can I add a second battery?
REVR offered one that slides into the rear rack. My demo bike didn’t have it (3:21 to 3:32).
Is the CM7 the same as the CM7s?
REVR now sells the CM7s. Its listing matches what I saw on my bike: 500W, Zoom hydraulic brakes, fork and rear suspension, and 20 x 4 Kenda tires. Check the listing for any changes.
How far does it go?
REVR rates the 864Wh battery at up to 80 miles. I didn’t measure range.
Price
REVR’s CM7s listing showed $1,399 in search results on Oct 23, 2026; I couldn’t confirm that price on the live page. Code ALLELECTRIC for $50 off is from my video; may have expired.
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