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In the full review (17 sections)
Should you buy one?
Buy the Discover 2 if you want a comfortable, well-built commuter with real safety features: hydraulic brakes, turn signals, a brake light, and a rack and fenders in the box. You can also switch the pedal assist between torque and cadence in the app. I tested it for several weeks (0:08 to 0:11). Then I rode just under 30 miles of rough gravel and paved paths as a torture test. My conclusion was that it really is a very high-quality e-bike (0:40 to 1:03, part 2).
Skip it if you need a lighter bike, or if you want to change your seat height often without tools. The seat post slipped on me until I clamped it so tight that it took two hands to move (4:11 to 4:30, part 2).
The deciding factor: SensorSwap. Velotric’s app lets you switch the torque sensor to feel like a cadence sensor. Some people prefer one and some prefer the other, so it’s great for a couple sharing one bike (3:55 to 4:35).
See the Discover 2 at Velotric ($1,499, down from $1,999, on velotricbike.com as of Oct 23, 2026. Only Large / Cherry Crimson showed in stock. Affiliate link; it doesn’t cost you any more.)
I made two videos on this bike: the first review (ntlBeGEuM50) and a follow-up after about 30 miles (EjFFAMh8Vdk). Timestamps marked “part 2” are from the follow-up.
Quick specs
| Spec | Velotric Discover 2 |
|---|---|
| Frames | Step-through (I tested this one) and step-over (0:33 to 0:35) |
| Sizes | Regular (4’11” to 5’9”) and Large (5’6” to 6’4”) (Velotric) |
| Class | 1 / 2 / 3; 20 mph by default, adjustable 12 to 28 mph (Velotric) |
| Motor | 750W rear hub (3:55 to 3:58), 75 Nm (Velotric) |
| Sensor | Torque, switchable to cadence feel in the app (3:58 to 4:11) |
| Battery | 48V 705.6Wh, removable with a key (4:37 to 4:43; part 2 1:59 to 2:05) |
| Rated range | 75 mi pedal assist, 60 mi throttle (Velotric; 187 lb rider, PAS 1, Eco, flat roads) |
| Charger | 48V 3A (Velotric); charge on or off the bike (part 2 1:55 to 2:07) |
| Brakes | Hydraulic disc front and rear (1:04 to 1:06, 3:44), Tektro 180 mm rotors (Velotric) |
| Fork | Front suspension (6:31 to 6:33); hydraulic, 80 mm, lockout (Velotric) |
| Tires | About 2.5 in wide (part 2 1:46 to 1:48); Kenda 27.5 x 2.4 in (Velotric) |
| Gears | 8-speed rear, single front (6:46 to 6:52), Shimano (Velotric) |
| Display | Horizontal color display with app connection (1:30 to 1:47, 3:27 to 3:33) |
| Lights | LED headlight; tail light in the rack with turn signals and a brake light (2:00 to 2:13, 5:01 to 5:16) |
| Included | Front and rear fenders, rear rack, bell (3:51 to 3:53, 4:52 to 4:58) |
| Weight | 63 lb (Velotric) |
| Max load | 440 lb; rear rack 66 lb (Velotric) |
| Security | Apple Find My (Velotric) |
Source note: times in parentheses are from my two review videos. Anything marked (Velotric) is from the Discover 2 page on velotricbike.com, checked Oct 23, 2026.
Who it’s for
- Commuters and errand riders. With the rack, the optional basket and the lights, you can commute to work, go to the grocery store and do everything you need around town (part 2 1:13 to 1:30).
- Couples sharing one bike. The sensor switch lets each rider set it up the way they like (4:25 to 4:37).
- Heavier riders on hills. I’m about 200 lb, and it took me up every hill easily (part 2 1:37 to 1:46).
- Riders who care about being seen. It has turn signals on the display and the rack light, plus a brake light (1:56 to 2:16).
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone who has to carry a bike up stairs. Velotric lists 63 lb.
- Riders who swap seat heights often. The smooth seat post slipped until I cranked it really tight (part 2 4:11 to 4:30).
- Trail riders. The fork and seat are fine on paths and fine gravel (6:31 to 6:46). If you want serious off-road suspension, look at a full-suspension bike.
Motor and sensor
It has a 750W rear hub with a torque sensor (3:55 to 4:01). The torque sensor gives you assist based on how hard you push. In the Velotric app you can switch it to feel like a cadence sensor, which kicks in as soon as you pedal (4:01 to 4:11). That’s part of what Velotric calls its Power Drive system (4:11 to 4:18). Velotric rates the motor at 75 Nm. The bike ships at 20 mph, and you can set the top speed anywhere from 12 to 28 mph for Class 1, 2 or 3.
On hills, at about 200 lb, I had no problem (part 2 1:37 to 1:46). The throttle works from zero (part 2 3:38 to 3:41).
Battery, range and charging
The battery sits in the down tube. It’s removable with the included key, so you can charge it on the bike or inside (4:37 to 4:43; part 2 1:55 to 2:07). The charge port has a watertight seal (4:47 to 4:51). Velotric lists 705.6Wh, 75 miles on pedal assist and 60 on throttle. Those numbers come from a 187 lb rider in the lowest assist level on flat roads, so expect less with hills, wind or more throttle.
Brakes
It has hydraulic disc brakes front and rear (1:04 to 1:06, 3:44 to 3:46). Velotric lists Tektro calipers with 180 mm rotors, and the levers cut motor power when you brake.
Comfort
The grips have a little extra padding for your palm, which makes longer rides more comfortable (0:54 to 1:01). The seat has more cushion than most stock seats I’ve tested (6:14 to 6:29). On a paved path or fine gravel, the front fork and that seat are plenty to ride comfortably (6:31 to 6:46). The 2.5-inch tires handled gravel better than I expected (part 2 1:46 to 1:55).
Controls and display
The power button is hidden on top of the left controller. Once you know where it is, it’s easy: hold it for a few seconds (1:10 to 1:30). I really like the horizontal display. Most brands use vertical displays, but this layout is easier to glance at, and the battery level is up in the corner (1:30 to 1:49). After 30 miles I liked it just as much, and I wish more brands did it (part 2 2:07 to 2:21). On the right side, the thumb-and-index-finger shifter is comfortable (3:44 to 3:51). After 30 miles of mashing buttons, every control still felt solid (part 2 3:26 to 3:38).
Lights and safety
To turn on the LED headlight, hold the plus button (5:01 to 5:13). The tail light is built into the rack. It shows the turn signals and lights up when you brake (2:02 to 2:16, 5:27 to 5:31). Velotric also lists Apple Find My support, which helps if the bike is stolen.
Storage and accessories
The rack and fenders come with the bike (4:52 to 4:58). The front basket is optional, and I love it for groceries (5:16 to 5:27). The optional Velotric bag has a hard floor, a magnetic clasp you can open with one hand, and a huge amount of space. It also folds flat when you’re not using it (5:33 to 6:04).
Build quality after 30 miles
There’s no part on this bike I’m worried about failing. I’d call almost all the components high quality (part 2 3:43 to 3:49). My one complaint is the seat post. It’s smooth, with no texture, so it slipped until I tightened the clamp a lot (part 2 4:11 to 4:30). This is my third or fourth Velotric, and it doesn’t disappoint (6:57 to 7:01).
How it compares
| Velotric Discover 2 | Velotric Discover 1 | Aventon Level.2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,499 (Oct 23, 2026) | About $1,300 when I reviewed it; now sold as the Discover 1 Plus ($1,699) | $1,949 when I reviewed it; discontinued |
| Motor | 750W, 75 Nm | 500W (900W peak), 65 Nm | 500W sustained, 750W peak |
| Sensor | Torque or cadence (app) | Cadence | Torque |
| Battery | 705.6Wh | 692Wh | 672Wh |
| Rated range | 75 mi PAS, 60 mi throttle | 65 mi PAS, 58 mi throttle | Up to 60 mi |
| Weight | 63 lb | About 63.5 lb (step-through) | 62 lb |
| Brakes | Hydraulic | Hydraulic | Hydraulic |
Rival specs and prices are from the brands, as listed on my review pages for those bikes. The Discover 1 Plus price is from velotricbike.com, Oct 23, 2026.
On paper the Discover 2 has more motor and a switchable sensor than the Discover 1, and today it costs less than the Discover 1 Plus. The Level.2 is discontinued, so of these three the Discover 2 is the one you can buy new.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Switchable torque or cadence feel in the app (3:58)
- Strong 750W motor, easy up hills at 200 lb (part 2 1:37)
- Hydraulic disc brakes (1:04)
- Turn signals, brake light and integrated lights (2:02, 5:01)
- Rack and fenders included (4:52)
- Easy-to-read horizontal color display (1:30)
- Comfortable seat and grips (0:54, 6:14)
- Solid build after 30 rough miles (part 2 3:43)
Cons
- Seat post slips unless you clamp it very tight (part 2 4:11)
- 63 lb
- Basket and bag cost extra
- The power button is hidden at first
FAQ
How much does the Velotric Discover 2 cost?
$1,499, down from $1,999, on velotricbike.com as of Oct 23, 2026.
Does the Discover 2 have a torque sensor?
Yes. You can switch it to feel like a cadence sensor in the Velotric app (3:58 to 4:11).
How fast does it go?
It ships at 20 mph. You can set it from 12 to 28 mph for Class 1, 2 or 3 (Velotric).
How far does it go?
Velotric rates it for 75 miles on pedal assist and 60 on throttle, with a 187 lb rider in the lowest assist on flat roads.
Is the battery removable?
Yes, with the key. You can also charge it on the bike (part 2 1:55 to 2:07).
Does it come with a rack and fenders?
Yes, both come with it. The front basket is optional (4:52 to 5:18).
What’s the downside?
The seat post can slip unless you tighten it hard (part 2 4:11 to 4:30).
Price
$1,499, down from $1,999, on velotricbike.com as of Oct 23, 2026. When I checked, only Large in Cherry Crimson was in stock. That’s the sparkly red I rode, and it’s gorgeous in the sun (0:44 to 0:52).
Check the Discover 2 at Velotric (affiliate link; it doesn’t cost you any more)
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