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Pace 5 REC
Aventon
Class 3
Cruiser

Pace 5 REC

8.5

$1,799

MSRP

The Pace 5 REC is the newest of the cruisers and the most powerful: Level-grade motor output in a bike set up for errands and bike paths.

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Full specifications

MSRP
$1,799
Category
Cruiser
Class
Class 3
Top Speed
28 mph
Motor
Aventon rear geared hub (Hub)
Motor Power
750W nominal / 1440W peak
Torque
80 Nm
Battery
733Wh, Li-Ion, UL 2849 certified
Range
up to 75 miles
Weight
60.5 lbs
Frame
6061 Aluminum, gravity-cast front triangle
Brakes
Tektro HD-E3120 hydraulic disc
Drivetrain
Shimano 8-speed
Suspension
Rigid alloy fork
Tires
27.5×2.1", 33 TPI
Max Payload
330 lbs
Warranty
2 yr

Specs last verified against the maker on August 12, 2026.

What we love

  • 80 Nm and 1,440W peak in a relaxed cruiser frame
  • 75-mile range claim
  • 330 lb payload beats most cruisers

What we'd change

  • Rigid fork — comfort comes from the tyres and geometry alone
  • Step-through frame only

Our verdict

By Sean Lupton · August 12, 2026 · Scored 8.5/10 against how we score

Research-based verdict. This score is an editorial assessment built from spec analysis, verified owner reports, and independent third-party testing — not our own test ride (yet).

The Pace 5 REC is the newest and most powerful of the cruisers: Level-grade motor output in a bike set up for errands and bike paths.

The 8.5 reflects an unusual combination for the category — 80 Nm and 1,440W peak in a relaxed cruiser frame, a 75-mile range claim, and a 330 lb payload that beats most comfort bikes. UL 2849 certification is present, as it now is across the range.

The rigid alloy fork is the main compromise, and the 27.5×2.1" tyres are doing all the damping. If your routes are smooth, that is a reasonable trade for 60.5 lbs and this much power at $1,799.