A 52V brushless geared rear hub motor rated at 749W nominal with 60Nm of torque, paired with a throttle as a Class 2 e-Bike.
Pedego Interceptor E-Bike Review
Written by: Tom Fortune | September 12, 2026 | Time to read 5 min
Pedego designed the Interceptor to feel fast and look the part, a cruiser with enough power that “cruiser” almost undersells it.
More about the Author: Tom Fortune
Tom is a Brit living in the French Alps. When he's not creating written and video content for various brands, he's either pedalling or snowboarding around his local mountains. E-Bikes have unlocked the potential for Tom to explore Alpine terrain and get away from the crowded bike parks. He is only too keen to share his knowledge and experience with other riders.
The Pedego Interceptor reminds me of a trip to California I made a few years ago, when I rode something very similar around Venice Beach, which should give you an idea of what this bike is all about. It is Pedego’s power cruiser, a Class 2 e-Bike with a throttle and enough motor to surprise you the first time you twist it. It rides quite differently from the Pedego Elevate, as this one isn’t for riding trails, but for looking good while getting around town.
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Pedego Interceptor Specs
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Motor | 52V brushless geared rear hub, 749W nominal, 60Nm torque |
| Battery | 52V, 10.5Ah or 17.5Ah, lithium-ion 18650 cells |
| Class | Class 2, throttle plus pedal assist |
| Drivetrain | Shimano Acera RD-M360, 8-speed |
| Brakes | Hydraulic disc, 180mm rotors |
| Sensor | PedalSense cadence sensor |
| Weight | Around 60 lbs |
| Frame styles | Step-thru (24in, 26in) or Classic step-over |
How It Rides
Twist the throttle, and the Interceptor pulls harder than most cruiser-style e-Bikes. It’s a satisfying feeling if you’ve ridden less powerful e-Bikes before and assumed this category was always going to feel a bit soft, especially when you consider the retro styling.
This is a heavy bike, close to 60 lbs, and you feel it whenever you walk with it or lift it onto a rack. But the weight isn’t an issue when riding, as its center of gravity is low and toward the back, keeping the bike stable and composed once you're up to speed. There is a compromise at low speeds, as tight turns and quick maneuvers take a bit more effort than they would on a lighter bike.
Power comes on as soon as you start pedaling, at a fixed level, instead of scaling with how hard you’re pushing the way a torque sensor would. In slow traffic, that can feel a bit abrupt at first if you’re not used to it. Thankfully, the brake levers double as power cutoffs, so you can kill the assist instantly whenever you need to.
Motor and Battery
The rear hub motor is rated at 749W nominal with 60Nm of torque, more than most cruiser e-Bikes have, and has a throttle instead of just pedal assist. You don’t have to pedal at all if you don’t want to, and that’s a big part of why people buy this bike in the first place.
You have two battery options. The standard 10.5Ah battery handles shorter rides just fine, but the optional 17.5Ah upgrade roughly doubles that range. Pedego says that the larger battery is good for up to 60 miles under favorable conditions, though using the throttle a lot will bring that number down.
Things to Know Before You Buy
- Think about storage, transport, and lifting the bike onto a rack before buying, since it’s on the heavier side for a cruiser.
- You get a few options with the Interceptor, such as a step-thru in two sizes, a Classic step-over, and multiple wheel sizes and colors depending on the configuration you choose.
- Brakes vary by build: you get either Star Union or Tektro, and both are hydraulic with 180mm rotors.
Who Should Buy the Pedego Interceptor?
- Riders who want strong throttle-based acceleration in a cruiser-style bike should find this delivers more power than most bikes in the category.
- Riders doing a lot of stop-and-go city riding should test the cadence sensor’s on-off feel before committing, as it rides a bit differently than torque-sensing systems.
Alternatives Worth Considering
Electra, now part of Trek, builds a similar range of comfort and cruiser-style e-Bikes at a comparable price point, worth a look if you want a similar riding position with a different motor and sensor combination.
Rad Power Bikes has a lineup that is a mix of popular models like the RadRover and RadRunner, which use a cadence sensor much like the Interceptor, while others such as the RadCity have a torque sensor.
Find a Pedego Interceptor on Upway
A bike like this can take a fair bit of abuse over time, especially if it is ridden in sandy places, so check both closely on a used Interceptor, along with the drivetrain and brakes. Every e-Bike on Upway goes through a 50-point inspection before it’s listed, covering exactly that.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What motor does the Pedego Interceptor use?
Does the Pedego Interceptor use a torque sensor?
No, it uses Pedego’s PedalSense cadence sensor, which engages assist at a fixed level once you start pedaling instead of scaling with effort.
How much does the Pedego Interceptor weigh?
Around 60 lbs, on the heavier side for a cruiser-style e-Bike, largely down to the motor and the rear-mounted battery.
Key Takeaways
- The Elevate pairs a torque-sensing Shimano mid-drive motor with 150 mm of suspension travel.
- Older models run the E8000 motor (70Nm), newer ones run the EP8 (85Nm). Know which one you’re buying.
- At around 60 lbs, the bike takes more effort at low speed and when handling it off the road, so factor that in for storage, transport, and tight maneuvering.
