Trying to decide between Aventon Level 2 or Euphree City Robin +

[ripjones]

First time E-Bike purchaser/rider. Trying to decide between the City Robin + or the Level 2. A good buddy of mine have an original Level 1, so he is pushing me in that direction. BUT, I think the frame on the City Robin looks stronger, since the rear rack is a welded part of the frame. In addition, the City Robin has a suspension seat post, as well as adjustable stem, and I think I would probably add both of those to the Level 2, and they are standard on the City Robin. BOTH dealers are local, even though I know the Aventon dealer, and the Euphree dealer is only a year or so in business. Could use a little help. I think that most of my riding will be on street or our Canal towpath, which is compressed clay/sand. Need to decide before the Black Friday deals evaporate. I have watched the couple of YT comparisons, and they have not been a lot of help, but have moved the Euphree needle a little. Thank You, to you all !! Rip

 

[sc00ter]

I'll toss in my 2cents. I hate the Suntour seat post that comes on the City Robin. I had the same post on a E-Lux and it was just to soft and floppy, so the included post wouldn't sway my choice. That being said you do have a dilemma. Both are a proven brand with real dealer support. I almost purchased a Euphree at one time. I think the current Euphree City Robin has both a torque and cadence sensor and you can toggle between both. I like cadence myself. Good luck on your choice. Neither will disappoint.

 

[Jeremy McCreary]

Complicated decision. Here's another layer: The ebike market's consolidating big-time now. A big brand like Aventon with a big dealer base and service network is more likely to survive to supply parts and provide warranty service for the life of the bike.

No experience with Euphree, but I have about 30 mi on my neighbor's Level.2. Strikes me as a well-designed torque-sensing hub-drive with a solid build. Also pretty nimble for its weight. Components aren't high-quality but decent and have held up for going on 2 years now. Easy enough to replace.

 

[Tom@WashDC]

A big brand like Aventon with a big dealer base and service network is more likely to survive to supply parts and provide warranty service for the life of the bike.

True statment above. I purchased two Aventon Levels in 2020. Sold one, the other is going strong. Never an issue. Last I checked Aventon has 1,000+ dealer network. Barring financial mismanagement, Aventon should be around for a long time.

I would stay away from any ebike seller (Euphree) that advertises a "Full Suspension" feature that is actually a seatpost suspension. That is a dick move, and in no way resembles a rear suspention. That is full-on, premeditated, misrepresentation to the consumer. I've owned three of the Suntour Seatpost Suspensions btw.

Euphree uses a Freewheel vs Aventons cassette. Cassettes replace old style Freewheels backin the 80's. Feewheels are old tech, used in cheap bikes, children's bikes. Read here: Freewheel vs Cassette

 

[Taylor57]

I put Suntour seat posts on most of our Ebikes. They have been fine. I also have a Level 2. Great dependable bike. I ride it exclusively on bike paths, sidewalks and on occasion, regular streets. I added new sweep back handlebars, a Mirrcyle mirror and a Topeak quick rack adapter and bag. Not familiar with the Euphree. I have also utilized my local bike shop who is an Aventon dealer to bleed the brakes and adjust the derailleur

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[John from Connecticut]

Complicated decision. Here's another layer: The ebike market's consolidating big-time now. A big brand like Aventon with a big dealer base and service network is more likely to survive to supply parts and provide warranty service for the life of the bike.

No experience with Euphree, but I have about 30 mi on my neighbor's Level.2. Strikes me as a well-designed torque-sensing hub-drive with a solid build. Also pretty nimble for its weight. Components aren't high-quality but decent and have held up for going on 2 years now. Easy enough to replace.

Hello,
On the surface I'd go with Aventon. They've been around for a relatively long time. Based solely on a quick view of the Euphree website
they strike me fairly 'new' ( and smaller ? ) to the e-bike market. Euphree claims 150 dealers, Aventon claims 1800. It appears Aventon
is a much more established company, based on the content and design of their websites.

Avention has a torque sensor, much smoother than cadence sensor. My bikes have torque sensing non hub motors. ( another brand ),
the torque sensing is very smooth. Like a non e-bike.

I'm troubled as the other poster stated, Euphree referred to their bike as 'Full Suspension' which it's not.
Including suspension seat is a basic add on (necessary in my opinion ) That's a nice touch.

As an aside, I highly recommend the Cirrus Cycle Kinekt Active Suspension seatpost. I have one on both of my e-Bikes.
They're great ! Not cheap, buy 'ya get what ya pay' for.... https://cirruscycles.com/products/kinekt-active-suspension-seatpost

Cirrus makes a very interesting adjustable stem. Again not cheap, but adjustable and suspension

Suspension Stem

Introducing the Revolutionary Active Suspension Stem that is designed to reduce arm, wrist, and shoulder discomfort for all bikers. Adjustable, Compact, and built to last. The Ultimate Upgrade™

cirruscycles.com

Regarding an adjustable stem. I'm a firm believer in fitting a bike to the rider. They can be added. I have two of these..

Ritchey 4-Axis Adjustable Stem | Stems

The strongest, lightest and most secure adjustable bicycle stem available.

ritcheylogic.com

I hope this was helpful.

Good luck,
John



Cirrus makes a very interesting adjustable stem. Again not cheap, but adjustable and suspension

Suspension Stem

Introducing the Revolutionary Active Suspension Stem that is designed to reduce arm, wrist, and shoulder discomfort for all bikers. Adjustable, Compact, and built to last. The Ultimate Upgrade™

cirruscycles.com

 

[ripjones]

Thank You, to you all (was going to say "y'all", but did not want to be too Southern). Even though I truly feel that the frame on the Euphree is more "unibody", I have to agree that the older company, along with the larger dealer network does account for a lot. I can add the suspension seatpost, along with the adjustable stem, and have a comfortable long-term ride. Thank You again.....Rip