Commuter e-bikes
Velotric Discover 2: Commuter e-bike with a step-through frame and upright riding position. The Discover 2 uses a 750W hub motor and has a maximum pedal assist speed of 28mph. It has a torque sensor for responsible pedal assist, as well as a throttle. Borrow this bike.
Usually sells for $1899 from Velotric. We also have a discount code for 15% off most Velotric bikes. Email us for the code. You can also find Velotric bikes in person at Kul Wheels in Richmond.
This bike was generously donated to the e-bike library by Velotric.
Aventon Level.2: Commuter e-bike with a step-through frame. The Level.2 has a maximum assisted speed of 28mph. It has a torque sensor for responsive pedal assist, as well as a throttle. Borrow this bike.
Usually sells for $1699-1899 from Aventon. The manufacturer offers a 5% discount for medical providers, military, nurses, first responders, students, and teachers. You can also find Aventon e-bikes at Black Dog Bikes in Staunton, Kul Wheels in Richmond, or Mole Hill Bikes near Harrisonburg.
Velotric T1ST: Lightweight e-bike with a maximum assisted speed of 25mph. It has a torque sensor for responsive pedal assist. It doesn’t have a throttle, but at 36lb, you probably don’t need one. Borrow this bike.
Usually sells for $1199-1549 from Velotric. We also have a discount code for 15% off most Velotric bikes. Email us for the code. You can also find Velotric bikes in person at Kul Wheels in Richmond.
This bike was generously donated to the e-bike library by Velotric.
Aventon Soltera.2: Hybrid e-bike with a step-over frame. The Soltera.2 has a maximum assisted speed of 25mph. It has a torque sensor for responsive pedal assist, as well as a throttle. Borrow this bike.
Usually sells for $1099-1199 from Aventon. The manufacturer offers a 5% discount for medical providers, military, nurses, first responders, students, and teachers. You can also find Aventon e-bikes at Black Dog Bikes in Staunton, Kul Wheels in Richmond, or Mole Hill Bikes near Harrisonburg.
Ride1Up Prodigy: Commuter e-bike with a mid-step frame and a mid-drive motor. Doesn’t have a throttle, but since it uses a responsive torque sensor, you probably won’t miss it. Borrow this bike.
Usually sells for $1495 to $2195 from Ride1Up.
Ride1Up Turris. A cruiser-style e-bike with a mid-step frame, swept-back handlebars, and an upright riding position. It has a maximum pedal assist speed of 28mph, as well as a thumb throttle. Borrow this bike.
Usually sells for $1095-1295 from Ride1Up.
RadMission: Lightweight single-speed e-bike with a mid-step frame. Surprisingly capable on hills, but you’ll have to pedal. Borrow this bike.
This model is discontinued, but you can find similar models from various brands for about $800-1200. If you like this bike, you might also like the Lectric XP Lite, Aventon Soltera.2, or Velotric T1ST.
Cargo e-bikes
RadRunner Plus: Utility e-bike with wide tires and a low stepover height. Great for carrying cargo or a passenger; you can borrow a child seat for kids under 40lb, or a seat cushion and rear handlebar for bigger kids. Borrow this bike.
Usually sells for $1799 from Rad Power Bikes.
RadWagon 4: Cargo e-bike. Our only bike that can carry two kids. You can borrow one or two child seats for kids under 40lb, or a seat cushion for bigger kids. Borrow this bike.
Usually sells for $1599-1799 from Rad Power Bikes.