WASTE OF MONEY! Level V1 Batteries are not being made anymore.

carbroke

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Just a bit more than one year after getting a Level V1, they are not making batteries for it anymore. I get less than 40 km (24 miles) on a charge doing pedal assist level 1 on relatively flat ground. I’ve been proactively trying to buy a spare for my level since last summer for longer rides. Never in stock, even though I signed up for notifications. Now with the battery lasting half what it should, a back-up is going from a nice-to-have to a need-to-have. You can only use Aventon’s custom batteries with the bike; if they don’t make it you can’t get one.

I get that batteries can degrade, I am not here to argue about whether it is Aventon’s fault or not. I should be able to buy a battery for a bike that is so new. Buy a bike from someone else who cares about their product over the long-term, or accept that once Aventon has your money and the warranty is done, your bike is essentially disposable.
 
Those of us without Aventon bikes don't know which battery type and case are used. More information may get more responses.
 
It shall be SYR002 Mustang used on Aventon Level.

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Just a bit more than one year after getting a Level V1, they are not making batteries for it anymore. I get less than 40 km (24 miles) on a charge doing pedal assist level 1 on relatively flat ground. I’ve been proactively trying to buy a spare for my level since last summer for longer rides. Never in stock, even though I signed up for notifications. Now with the battery lasting half what it should, a back-up is going from a nice-to-have to a need-to-have. You can only use Aventon’s custom batteries with the bike; if they don’t make it you can’t get one.

I get that batteries can degrade, I am not here to argue about whether it is Aventon’s fault or not. I should be able to buy a battery for a bike that is so new. Buy a bike from someone else who cares about their product over the long-term, or accept that once Aventon has your money and the warranty is done, your bike is essentially disposable.
Hello, I am running into the same issue as well to find a replacement battery for my level 1 v1, were you able to find a replacement by now? thank you for your response
 
Just a bit more than one year after getting a Level V1, they are not making batteries for it anymore. I get less than 40 km (24 miles) on a charge doing pedal assist level 1 on relatively flat ground. I’ve been proactively trying to buy a spare for my level since last summer for longer rides. Never in stock, even though I signed up for notifications. Now with the battery lasting half what it should, a back-up is going from a nice-to-have to a need-to-have. You can only use Aventon’s custom batteries with the bike; if they don’t make it you can’t get one.

I get that batteries can degrade, I am not here to argue about whether it is Aventon’s fault or not. I should be able to buy a battery for a bike that is so new. Buy a bike from someone else who cares about their product over the long-term, or accept that once Aventon has your money and the warranty is done, your bike is essentially disposable.
Hi there,

We apologize for not seeing your post sooner and for the inconvenience this has caused! To clarify, the Level V1 battery has since been discontinued, and V2 batteries are compatible as long as the terminal has been replaced with a V2. If you are in need of a replacement battery and wish to purchase the V2 battery and terminal, please let us know. Thank you!

-Aventon
 
Hello, I am running into the same issue as well to find a replacement battery for my level 1 v1, were you able to find a replacement by now? thank you for your response
Hi there,

To clarify, the Level V1 battery has since been discontinued, and V2 batteries are compatible as long as the terminal has been replaced with a V2 as well. If you are in need of a replacement battery and wish to purchase the V2 battery and terminal, please let us know. Thank you!

-Aventon
 
Hi there,

To clarify, the Level V1 battery has since been discontinued, and V2 batteries are compatible as long as the terminal has been replaced with a V2 as well. If you are in need of a replacement battery and wish to purchase the V2 battery and terminal, please let us know. Thank you!

-Aventon
How much are the new replacement batteries and terminals? Also, how hard is it to replace the terminal?
 
Just a bit more than one year after getting a Level V1, they are not making batteries for it anymore. I get less than 40 km (24 miles) on a charge doing pedal assist level 1 on relatively flat ground. I’ve been proactively trying to buy a spare for my level since last summer for longer rides. Never in stock, even though I signed up for notifications. Now with the battery lasting half what it should, a back-up is going from a nice-to-have to a need-to-have. You can only use Aventon’s custom batteries with the bike; if they don’t make it you can’t get one.

I get that batteries can degrade, I am not here to argue about whether it is Aventon’s fault or not. I should be able to buy a battery for a bike that is so new. Buy a bike from someone else who cares about their product over the long-term, or accept that once Aventon has your money and the warranty is done, your bike is essentially disposable.
Here it is for 300 including shipping from Alixpress. Looks like it would be a pretty quick ship as well.

 
Our bundle is around $405 and we do not recommend other batteries as ours are UL certified. It could potentially damage your e-bike.
You made a great point establishing the UL rating. good on you! It's a shame you followed up with inaccurate warnings like "could" and "potentially". Matching the BMS and build quality is really quite simple. And will make "could" and "potentially" just a sales pitch. Dare to be different and post the specifications best suited to your models. Frankly, your price point without cell descriptions is suspiciously low.
Website currently shows Level V2 battery at $499 with no V2 terminal. V1 customers have to call?
That's pretty sad, IMO - how hard would it be to add the terminal as an additional item?
 
What is the difference between V1 an V2 terminal?
The SYR Mustang A type is available for 4pin (C-01-4AY) and 6pin (C-03-6AY) discharging terminal.
The SYR Mustang B type is only available for 6pin (C-05-6AY) discharging terminal.
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The other part of my question was how hard is it to replace the terminal with the V2?
We highly recommend taking this to a local dealer so they can help assist. If not one of our techs can try to walk you through it.
866-300-3311 M-F, 8-5 PM, PST
 
Website currently shows Level V2 battery at $499 with no V2 terminal. V1 customers have to call?
That's pretty sad, IMO - how hard would it be to add the terminal as an additional item?
Customers should reach out by submitting a request on our Support page at aventon.com. The bundled price is for customers with a V1, since we have discontinued this model's battery.
 
Hi there,

To clarify, the Level V1 battery has since been discontinued, and V2 batteries are compatible as long as the terminal has been replaced with a V2 as well. If you are in need of a replacement battery and wish to purchase the V2 battery and terminal, please let us know. Thank you!

-Aventon


Just a thought, assuming the Level V1s still for sale on your site have the original batteries, you could upgrade those remaining bikes to the new battery and terminal and then you would have some direct replacements for customers needing V1 batteries and those buying a 'new' bike aren't buying one with already discontinued parts. A little bit of extra work but much happier customers... assuming there are enough that need replacement V1s...
 
It is important to note that product availability and manufacturing solutions may change over time, so it is always recommended that you check with the manufacturer or a reputable retailer for the most current information on product availability, including device-specific batteries. If Level V1 batteries are no longer manufactured or difficult to find, you may want to consider alternatives, such as contacting the manufacturer or looking for compatible replacement batteries from third-party suppliers. They may be able to provide you with suitable alternatives or refer you to authorized retailers who may still have some in stock. Or don't worry about it at all and just go play at the casino https://bookofragame.com/en/.
 
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There are 2 sources available for the Level 1 batteries. Aliexpress.com and Dhgate.com both have them. Has anyone purchased the battery from one of these two suppliers? I have been looking for reviews but can’t find any.
 
There are 2 sources available for the Level 1 batteries. Aliexpress.com and Dhgate.com both have them. Has anyone purchased the battery from one of these two suppliers? I have been looking for reviews but can’t find any.
Both are just online sources for numerous battery builders. Many of those builders are just plain cheap junk.

What are the specs for a Level 1 battery? I can recommend a builder based on nearly a decade of buying, selling, and supporting batteries if you link me or share the battery you need. BTW i no longer sell or support products but can likely keep you out of the quagmire of cheap and dangerous builds.
 
Both are just online sources for numerous battery builders. Many of those builders are just plain cheap junk.

What are the specs for a Level 1 battery? I can recommend a builder based on nearly a decade of buying, selling, and supporting batteries if you link me or share the battery you need. BTW i no longer sell or support products but can likely keep you out of the quagmire of cheap and dangerous builds.
This is the Aventon Level 1 battery listed. 48 volt 14ah, 354 mm length, 4 pin connector.
 
Jenny Mao
This is NOT a proprietary case. And should be easy to find. There are LOTS of builders making batteries in that case. Unless they have a 3rd wire proprietary battery control, but even that is no mystery. Typically 5V to the third wire allows charging.
@Jenny Mao
Not top tier but a reasonably well built battery.
 
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