Aventon Pace E-Bike Model Review

Written by: Chris Van Leuven | June 10, 2026 | Time to read: 5-6 min

The first thing you’ll notice about the Aventon Pace is that comfort is the goal, and it’s built into the shape of the bike. The Pace uses a step-through frame, swept-back handlebars, an upright position, and a cushioned saddle to make riding feel easy from start to finish. That matters, and it’s why this style of e-Bike is my preference for riding smooth paved streets.

A stretched-out position can feel less than ideal for city riding. If your wrists, lower back, or neck get sore on longer rides, a sportier e-Bike can make a casual ride feel like the wrong fit. That’s how the Pace is different. It puts you upright, opens your shoulders, and keeps the handling relaxed and easy-going.

The newer Pace models also bring real motor support. The Pace 5 REC uses a 750W hub motor, a removable 733Wh battery, up to 75 miles of range, and Boost Mode for short bursts of higher peak power. It also has hydraulic disc brakes, a Shimano 8-speed drivetrain, a torque sensor, integrated lights, regenerative braking, and smart features like Ride Tune, 4G/GPS, E-lock, remote notification, and cruise control. Comfort is the feel. The powerful motor is what keeps it working reliably beyond flat neighborhood loops.

Because the Pace name has been around for a while, it helps to separate the newer models from the older Pace 500 and Pace 350 bikes you may see on Upway.

The Pace 5 REC is the most powerful version. It has a 36V, 750W hub-drive motor, 80 Nm of torque (96 Nm in Boost Mode), and a 733 Wh removable internal battery. It also has an 8-speed Shimano drivetrain and Tektro hydraulic disc brakes (my preferred brake brand).

The Pace 4 keeps the cruiser feel but uses a smaller motor than the Pace 5 REC. It has a 500W rear-hub motor, torque-sensor technology, customizable pedal assist, GPS tracking, unusual activity detection, and a rear-wheel lock.

The Pace 500.3 is listed here because it’s one of the versions shoppers are likely to see certified pre-owned on Upway. It has the familiar comfort-city feel, a 500W rear hub motor, torque sensor, hydraulic brakes (but check the generation; if it’s Zoom, look for Tektro instead), integrated turn signals, and a full-color display.

The older Pace 350 and earlier Pace 500 models are great, but I’d look closely at them by condition, generation, and price. A great older Pace can be a good buy (I have electric bikes that are many years old now, and I have no complaints since they’ve been professionally maintained).

Think of the Pace as a cruiser (which is one of my favorite styles of bike to ride), and it makes perfect sense. A mountain-bike style e-Bike is fun, but not ideal when you’re riding slowly through town, stopping and going at stop signs and lights, looking over your shoulder (get a big mirror), or sharing a path with people who may or may not be walking in a straight line. The Pace is better for getting around town.

The upright posture helps you see what’s going on and take in the scenery. The swept-back bars keep your hands in a natural position and help you enjoy the ride. The step-through frame makes starts and stops easier, especially if you’re carrying a bag, or sharing the bike with someone who doesn’t want to swing a leg over a high top tube (step-throughs are great!). This is the bike for neighborhood rides, paved paths, errands, quiet roads, beach towns, and oh-so fun commuting. It’s not trying to be the lightest or the quickest-handling. It makes daily riding easier and more pleasant.

The torque sensor is also important. Older cadence-sensor e-Bikes (which I prefer) can feel like the motor turns on because the pedals are moving, not because the bike understands how hard you’re working. That smoother assist matters on a cruiser (but torque sensors require more effort on hills). The Pace should not feel jumpy (as cadence sensors can feel). It should help without making the bike feel unexpectedly overpowered. The smart features are great, too: Ride Tune, 4G/GPS, unusual activity detection, remote notification, cruise control, Boost Mode, wireless updates, and anti-theft tools, depending on the model. That’s a lot of tech for a bike that is easy to move around and a blast to ride.

The Pace is easy to like (a lot), but the cruiser setup has its limitations for some riders. For the lightest city feel, the Soltera is perhaps the better starting point. If you want a commuter with rack-and-fender utility built deeper into the bike’s identity, the Level makes more sense (but not for continuous hills). 

If you ride dirt roads, sand, snow, rough shoulders, or loose gravel often, the Aventure is the better bike. And if you want actual trail riding, go with the Ramblas. The Pace can handle imperfect pavement and some mellow paths, but I wouldn’t buy it as a rough-road bike (though adding a suspension stem and seatpost helps soften the ride). The posture is relaxed, and so is the handling. The whole setup is about comfort and ease of handling, not charging over bumpy roads.

There are also the comfort-bike pros and cons. A cruiser position feels great for many riders, but it’s not everyone’s favorite (though it is mine). If you prefer a more active pedaling position or want the bike to feel quick, the Pace may not be the right fit.

Upway already has an Aventon Pace 500.3 model review and buyer’s guide, and often carries certified pre-owned Pace models, including the Pace 350, Pace 500.2, Pace 500.3, and Pace 4.

For a certified pre-owned Pace, I’d look at the generation first. A Pace 350, Pace 500.2, Pace 500.3, Pace 4, and Pace 5 REC all have the same family name, but they don’t have the same motor, sensor, battery, display, brakes (remember, Tektro is better), or smart features.

Then I’d check the parts that affect comfort and cost: battery health, brake responsiveness, tire wear, drivetrain condition, and frame size. On a cruiser e-Bike, it’s all about fit. Check that the saddle (comfort saddles are best), bars, and step-through frame fit you and your riding style.

Once you get the bike, have a shop look closely at the contact points: saddle, grips, pedals, handlebar position, and stem, and have them adjusted for you. Those are small things, but they’re important.