{"title":"E-Bikes","description":"\u003cp style=\"font-size:16px;line-height:1.75\"\u003eOur full range of electric bikes, ordered the way we actually recommend them — flagship first, then by how much bike you get for the money. Nothing is held back for a later page: this is the whole shop, including the two-bike packs at the end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(240px,1fr));gap:14px;margin:26px 0 30px;padding:26px 22px;background:#faf7f3;border-radius:4px\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"display:block;font-size:11.5px;letter-spacing:.1em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#c9760a;margin-bottom:6px\"\u003eCity and commute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:13.5px;line-height:1.6\"\u003eRebel 2 and Rebel 2 Pro. They fold at the frame and the stem, so they live in an apartment, a car boot or under a desk.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"display:block;font-size:11.5px;letter-spacing:.1em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#c9760a;margin-bottom:6px\"\u003eFamily and cargo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:13.5px;line-height:1.6\"\u003eFlux and Runabout 2. A long-tail deck rated for 180 lb on one, a 13.8-inch standover and a welded 100 lb rack on the other. Both step through.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"display:block;font-size:11.5px;letter-spacing:.1em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#c9760a;margin-bottom:6px\"\u003eAdventure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:13.5px;line-height:1.6\"\u003eCougar and Cougar Pro. Dual suspension on 4-inch fat tyres, a bench saddle and passenger footrest pegs.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"display:block;font-size:11.5px;letter-spacing:.1em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#c9760a;margin-bottom:6px\"\u003eVintage motorcycle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:13.5px;line-height:1.6\"\u003eProwler, Cheetah 2 and Cheetah 2 Pro. The biggest batteries, the longest range, and the bikes people stop to photograph.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to read this page\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo numbers decide most of it, and one of them is not the one you are being sold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBattery capacity in watt-hours\u003c\/strong\u003e is the size of the fuel tank: 720Wh on the Rebel 2 up to 1440Wh on the Cheetah 2 Pro. \u003cstrong\u003eThe quoted range\u003c\/strong\u003e is the manufacturer's figure, measured with a light rider on flat ground in the lowest assist level. Yours will be lower — usually by a third in normal mixed riding, and by half if you ride on the throttle. We publish a realistic estimate alongside every claimed figure in \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news-1\/electric-bike-range-explained\"\u003eour guide to range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe second thing worth checking before you fall for a top speed: \u003cstrong\u003eseveral of these bikes are faster than the law allows on a public road\u003c\/strong\u003e in states using the three-class system. The Cheetah 2 Pro reaches 33 mph, the Cougar 34 mph and the Cougar Pro 38 mph, all above the 28 mph Class 3 ceiling. Treat those numbers as capability, not permission, and read \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news-1\/electric-bike-classes-explained-usa\"\u003ethe guide to classes\u003c\/a\u003e before you ride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat every bike here has\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHydraulic disc brakes.\u003c\/strong\u003e Not an upgrade on a 70 lb bike carrying two people — the minimum.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUL certification on the certified models.\u003c\/strong\u003e UL 2849 for the bike, UL 2271 for the battery, which some apartment buildings and insurers now require.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA removable battery\u003c\/strong\u003e, so it can come indoors in winter instead of the whole bike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree US shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e from our California warehouse, and a two-year manufacturer warranty on frame, motor, battery and controller.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree returns on faults\u003c\/strong\u003e, transit damage or a wrong item. We pay the freight, you do not.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuying two at once\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo of the bikes above are also sold as a pair, shipped together in a single order: the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/flux-rebel-2\"\u003eFlux with the Rebel 2\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/flux-runabout-2\"\u003eFlux with the Runabout 2\u003c\/a\u003e. Households that buy two bikes rarely need two of the same one — usually one that carries and one that packs away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNot sure which one?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnswer three questions and it usually decides itself: where will it be stored, what do you need to carry, and how do you want to feel riding it. That is the whole method, set out in \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news-1\/how-to-choose-your-first-electric-bike\"\u003echoosing your first electric bike\u003c\/a\u003e. Or just \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eask us\u003c\/a\u003e — tell us your height, your longest regular ride and where the bike will live, and we will tell you which one fits, including when the honest answer is none of them.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cheetah-2","title":"Cheetah 2","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-lead\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRoots Rider Cheetah 2\u003c\/strong\u003e is a cafe-racer electric bike: a sculpted tank, a long bench saddle, a quad LED headlight and 20 x 4-inch fat tires, on a Class 3 platform that will hold 28 mph. It looks like a 1960s motorcycle and is legally a bicycle. Of everything we sell, this is the one that gets the most compliments from strangers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCheetah 2 specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"rr-pd-spec\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBattery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e840Wh removable lithium pack, UL 2271 certified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClaimed range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 60 miles per charge, pedal assist, manufacturer test conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMotor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRear hub, 1200W peak output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTop speed\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 28 mph with pedal assist, Class 3 where local law allows\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTotal payload\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400 lb, rider plus luggage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTires\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 x 4.0 in fat tires\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrakes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHydraulic disc, front and rear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLighting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuad LED headlight, integrated rear light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSaddle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong bench with a leather-look finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSensing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCadence sensor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCertification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUL 2849 bike, UL 2271 battery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAssembly\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArrives about 85% assembled, tools included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-split\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/6841\/4806\/files\/rr-desc-cheetah2-a.png?width=1400\" alt=\"Roots Rider Cheetah 2 cafe racer electric bike parked outside a shop front\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLegally a bicycle, visually not\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tank is the trick. It is not a fuel tank — there is nothing in it — but it is what makes people read the silhouette as a motorcycle rather than a bicycle with a battery bolted underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnderneath, it is a Class 3 electric bicycle: no licence, no registration, no insurance in most US states, and allowed in bike lanes where Class 3 is permitted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat makes it a cafe racer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-fig\"\u003e\n\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 860 300\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Labelled anatomy diagram of the Cheetah 2 cafe racer electric bike\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003cstyle\u003e.ch-l{fill:none;stroke:#f4f1ea;stroke-width:3.5;stroke-linecap:round;stroke-linejoin:round}.ch-w{fill:none;stroke:#8f8b85;stroke-width:3}.ch-o{fill:none;stroke:#ff9d00;stroke-width:3.5;stroke-linecap:round;stroke-linejoin:round}.ch-p{fill:none;stroke:#ff9d00;stroke-width:1.4}.ch-t{fill:#ff9d00;font:700 12px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}.ch-s{fill:#8f8b85;font:400 12px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ccircle cx=\"180\" cy=\"210\" r=\"52\" class=\"ch-w\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"560\" cy=\"210\" r=\"52\" class=\"ch-w\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M180 210 L300 206 L470 206 L560 210\" class=\"ch-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M300 206 L326 150 L470 150 L490 206\" class=\"ch-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M326 150 L520 122\" class=\"ch-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M560 210 L520 122\" class=\"ch-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M326 150 q30 -34 96 -34 q56 0 74 22 L470 150 Z\" class=\"ch-o\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M300 206 q-6 -26 26 -26 l60 0 q26 0 26 22\" class=\"ch-o\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M520 122 l-8 -14 l-26 0\" class=\"ch-o\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"534\" cy=\"146\" r=\"15\" class=\"ch-o\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M400 108 L400 76\" class=\"ch-p\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003ctext x=\"346\" y=\"66\" class=\"ch-t\"\u003esculpted tank\u003c\/text\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M330 182 L268 158\" class=\"ch-p\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003ctext x=\"150\" y=\"152\" class=\"ch-t\"\u003ebench saddle\u003c\/text\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M549 146 L620 132\" class=\"ch-p\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003ctext x=\"626\" y=\"136\" class=\"ch-t\"\u003equad LED headlight\u003c\/text\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M545 170 L620 186\" class=\"ch-p\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003ctext x=\"626\" y=\"190\" class=\"ch-t\"\u003enear-vertical fork\u003c\/text\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M560 262 L620 244\" class=\"ch-p\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003ctext x=\"626\" y=\"248\" class=\"ch-t\"\u003e20 x 4 in fat tire\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"292\" class=\"ch-s\"\u003eThe fork stays close to vertical, which is what separates the Cheetah 2 from the raked-out \u003ctspan class=\"ch-t\"\u003eProwler\u003c\/tspan\u003e.\u003c\/text\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-split rr-pd-split--rev\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/6841\/4806\/files\/rr-desc-cheetah2-b.jpg?width=1400\" alt=\"Roots Rider Cheetah 2 electric bike parked on a road beside a lake\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClass 3, and what that means\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClass 3 means the assist keeps working up to 28 mph, which is the difference between keeping up with town traffic and being overtaken by it. It is the class most commuters want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome cities restrict Class 3 bikes on shared paths and multi-use trails, so check yours. On roads and in bike lanes it is permitted almost everywhere in the US.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho the Cheetah 2 is for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-two\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-yes\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy it if\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a bike that turns heads and still rides in a bike lane.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou commute on roads and want 28 mph assist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou ride 15 to 35 miles at a time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want the cafe-racer look without the Prowler's price.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-no\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLook elsewhere if\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou ride 50 miles or more — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cheetah-2-pro\"\u003eCheetah 2 Pro\u003c\/a\u003e has 1440Wh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need to fold or store it small — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rebel-2\"\u003eRebel 2\u003c\/a\u003e folds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou ride rough ground — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cougar\"\u003eCougar\u003c\/a\u003e has dual suspension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a low step-over — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/runabout-2\"\u003eRunabout 2\u003c\/a\u003e is 13.8 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIn the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rr-pd-box\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheetah 2 electric bike, about 85% assembled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e840Wh removable battery and charger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo keys for the battery lock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePedals, front wheel, handlebar hardware and the tools to fit them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManual and UL certification paperwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-note\"\u003eRack, fenders and saddlebags are sold separately. We stock a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rack-and-fender-bundle-for-cheetah\"\u003erack and fender bundle\u003c\/a\u003e and a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fender-bundle-for-cheetah\"\u003efender bundle\u003c\/a\u003e made for this frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCheetah 2 questions, answered\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow far can the Cheetah 2 go on one charge?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 840Wh battery is rated for up to 60 miles of pedal assist under the manufacturer's test conditions. Expect less with heavy throttle use, hills, headwind or a heavier rider — on mixed riding at a middle assist level, plan on 34 to 42 miles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow fast is the Cheetah 2?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eUp to 28 mph with pedal assist, where local law allows Class 3 riding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes the Cheetah 2 need a licence?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn most US states a Class 3 electric bike needs no licence, registration or insurance, but rules vary by state and city. Some places restrict Class 3 bikes on shared paths. Check yours before you ride.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow much weight can it carry?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eUp to 400 lb of total payload, which covers a rider and luggage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs it delivered assembled?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives around 85% assembled. Fitting the front wheel, handlebar, pedals and seat takes most people under an hour with the tools included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the difference between the Cheetah 2 and the Prowler?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eGeometry. The Cheetah 2 keeps a near-vertical fork and a conventional riding position. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/prowler\"\u003eProwler\u003c\/a\u003e uses a long raked chopper fork and ape-hanger bars, so you sit low and back with your hands up. Same family, two different rides.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs the battery certified?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. UL 2849 for the bike and UL 2271 for the battery. Charge it indoors on a hard surface with the supplied charger.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-legal\"\u003eRange, speed and payload figures are the manufacturer's published specifications, measured under their test conditions. Your results will differ with rider weight, terrain, tire pressure, temperature and assist level. Roots Rider is operated by GHRAM LLC, Wyoming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Roots Rider","offers":[{"title":"Brown","offer_id":55032634966358,"sku":"663899127113","price":1849.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black","offer_id":55210920739158,"sku":"663899127113","price":1849.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/6841\/4806\/files\/site_01.png?v=1787090980"},{"product_id":"cheetah-2-pro","title":"Cheetah 2 Pro","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-lead\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRoots Rider Cheetah 2 Pro\u003c\/strong\u003e is the long-distance version of our cafe racer. Same frame and silhouette as the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cheetah-2\"\u003eCheetah 2\u003c\/a\u003e, but with a 1440Wh battery instead of 840Wh, 1700W of peak output instead of 1200W, a 33 mph top speed, and a torque sensor alongside the cadence sensor. It carries the biggest battery and the longest claimed range of anything we sell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCheetah 2 Pro specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"rr-pd-spec\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBattery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1440Wh removable lithium pack, UL 2271 certified — the largest in our range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClaimed range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 100 miles per charge, pedal assist, manufacturer test conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMotor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRear hub, 1700W peak output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTop speed\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 33 mph, where local law allows\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSensing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTorque sensor plus cadence sensor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTotal payload\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400 lb, rider plus luggage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTires\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 x 4.0 in fat tires\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrakes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHydraulic disc, front and rear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLighting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuad LED headlight, integrated rear light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCertification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUL 2849 bike, UL 2271 battery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCharge time\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAround 8 to 9 hours from empty on the supplied charger\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAssembly\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArrives about 85% assembled, tools included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-split\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/6841\/4806\/files\/rr-desc-cheetah2pro-a.jpg?width=1400\" alt=\"Roots Rider Cheetah 2 Pro cafe racer electric bike on a lawn in front of a house\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe point of 1440Wh is not distance. It is not charging.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlmost nobody rides 100 miles in a day. What a battery this size actually buys is a week of not thinking about it: you plug in on Sunday and you do not touch the charger again until the following weekend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is the difference owners report most often. Range anxiety is not really about range — it is about the daily chore of remembering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat one charge covers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-fig\"\u003e\n\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 860 270\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Chart showing how many days of commuting one Cheetah 2 Pro charge covers\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003cstyle\u003e.cp-g{fill:#3a3730}.cp-b{fill:#ff9d00}.cp-t{fill:#f4f1ea;font:600 13px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}.cp-s{fill:#8f8b85;font:400 12px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}.cp-n{fill:#141210;font:800 12px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"16\" class=\"cp-s\"\u003eDays between charges — 1440Wh battery, middle assist, 180 lb rider, mixed ground\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"52\" class=\"cp-t\"\u003e5 mi round trip\u003c\/text\u003e\u003crect x=\"190\" y=\"36\" width=\"580\" height=\"24\" rx=\"3\" class=\"cp-g\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003crect x=\"190\" y=\"36\" width=\"580\" height=\"24\" rx=\"3\" class=\"cp-b\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003ctext x=\"200\" y=\"53\" class=\"cp-n\"\u003eabout 12 days\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"92\" class=\"cp-t\"\u003e10 mi round trip\u003c\/text\u003e\u003crect x=\"190\" y=\"76\" width=\"580\" height=\"24\" rx=\"3\" class=\"cp-g\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003crect x=\"190\" y=\"76\" width=\"300\" height=\"24\" rx=\"3\" class=\"cp-b\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003ctext x=\"200\" y=\"93\" class=\"cp-n\"\u003eabout 6 days\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"132\" class=\"cp-t\"\u003e15 mi round trip\u003c\/text\u003e\u003crect x=\"190\" y=\"116\" width=\"580\" height=\"24\" rx=\"3\" class=\"cp-g\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003crect x=\"190\" y=\"116\" width=\"200\" height=\"24\" rx=\"3\" class=\"cp-b\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003ctext x=\"200\" y=\"133\" class=\"cp-n\"\u003eabout 4 days\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"172\" class=\"cp-t\"\u003e25 mi round trip\u003c\/text\u003e\u003crect x=\"190\" y=\"156\" width=\"580\" height=\"24\" rx=\"3\" class=\"cp-g\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003crect x=\"190\" y=\"156\" width=\"120\" height=\"24\" rx=\"3\" class=\"cp-b\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003ctext x=\"200\" y=\"173\" class=\"cp-n\"\u003e2 to 3 days\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"212\" class=\"cp-s\"\u003eBased on an estimated 60 to 70 real-world miles at a middle assist level, not the 100-mile\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"234\" class=\"cp-s\"\u003elaboratory figure. Hills, cold weather and throttle use all shorten it.\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"260\" class=\"cp-s\"\u003eA full charge from empty takes 8 to 9 hours, so overnight covers it comfortably.\u003c\/text\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-split rr-pd-split--rev\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/6841\/4806\/files\/rr-desc-cheetah2pro-b.jpg?width=1400\" alt=\"Removable battery being lifted out of the frame of a Roots Rider Cheetah 2 Pro electric bike\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe battery comes out\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt unlocks with a key and lifts out of the frame, which matters more than it sounds. You charge it at a desk instead of dragging the bike indoors, you take it out of a bike left in a garage over winter, and you can carry a second one on a long ride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharge it indoors on a hard surface, use the supplied charger, and do not leave it charging unattended overnight. The pack is UL 2271 certified, which is the standard worth insisting on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho the Cheetah 2 Pro is for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-two\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-yes\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy it if\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want to charge once a week, not every night.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou ride a long commute, or a heavy loop at weekends.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want torque sensing — smoother assist, especially uphill.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want the cafe-racer look with the biggest battery we sell.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-no\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLook elsewhere if\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou ride short trips — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cheetah-2\"\u003eCheetah 2\u003c\/a\u003e is the same bike for less.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a chopper silhouette — that is the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/prowler\"\u003eProwler\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need suspension — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cougar\"\u003eCougar\u003c\/a\u003e has front and rear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need it to fold — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rebel-2-pro\"\u003eRebel 2 Pro\u003c\/a\u003e folds and still does 80 miles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIn the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rr-pd-box\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheetah 2 Pro electric bike, about 85% assembled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1440Wh removable battery and charger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo keys for the battery lock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePedals, front wheel, handlebar hardware and the tools to fit them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManual and UL certification paperwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-note\"\u003eRack, fenders and saddlebags are sold separately. Our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rack-and-fender-bundle-for-cheetah\"\u003erack and fender bundle\u003c\/a\u003e fits this frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCheetah 2 Pro questions, answered\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow far can the Cheetah 2 Pro go on one charge?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 1440Wh battery is rated for up to 100 miles of pedal assist under the manufacturer's test conditions. Real range depends on assist level, terrain and rider weight — plan on 60 to 70 miles at a middle assist level.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the difference between the Cheetah 2 and the Cheetah 2 Pro?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eSame frame and silhouette. The Pro has a 1440Wh battery instead of 840Wh, 1700W peak output instead of 1200W, a 33 mph top speed instead of 28 mph, and adds torque sensing alongside cadence sensing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is torque sensing and why does it matter?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eA torque sensor measures how hard you push the pedals rather than just whether they are turning. The assist arrives smoothly and in proportion to your effort, which matters most when pulling away uphill or loaded.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs 33 mph legal where I ride?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eClass 3 tops out at 28 mph in most US states, so 33 mph sits above it. Many owners set a lower assist level for road use. Check your state and city rules before you ride at the bike's top speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow long does it take to charge?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eAround 8 to 9 hours from empty on the supplied charger — a big battery takes a long night. Most owners top it up rather than running it flat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow much weight can it carry?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eUp to 400 lb of total payload.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs the battery certified?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. UL 2849 for the bike and UL 2271 for the battery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-legal\"\u003eRange, speed and payload figures are the manufacturer's published specifications, measured under their test conditions. Your results will differ with rider weight, terrain, tire pressure, temperature and assist level. A top speed of 33 mph is above the Class 3 limit in most US states. It is your responsibility to check and comply with the rules where you ride. Roots Rider is operated by GHRAM LLC, Wyoming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Roots Rider","offers":[{"title":"Brown","offer_id":55032645189974,"sku":"663899127120","price":2649.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black","offer_id":55210958160214,"sku":"663899127120","price":2649.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/6841\/4806\/files\/1.png?v=1787091576"},{"product_id":"cougar","title":"Cougar","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-lead\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRoots Rider Cougar\u003c\/strong\u003e is a moped-style electric bike with front and rear suspension, a long bench saddle and 20 x 4-inch fat tires. It is the bike in our range built to leave the tarmac: gravel, fire roads, kerbs, forest tracks, and the kind of ground that rattles a rigid e-bike apart. It also seats two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCougar specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"rr-pd-spec\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBattery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1040Wh removable lithium pack, UL 2271 certified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClaimed range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 80 miles per charge, pedal assist, manufacturer test conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTop speed\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 34 mph, where local law allows\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuspension\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront fork and rear shock, adjustable preload\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTotal payload\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e350 lb, rider plus passenger plus luggage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSaddle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong bench, designed for two\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTires\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 x 4.0 in fat tires\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrakes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHydraulic disc, front and rear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAnti-theft\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompartment moulded into the frame, sized for an Apple AirTag (not included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColours\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed, Sand, Pink, Black, Wild Green\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCertification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUL 2849 bike, UL 2271 battery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAssembly\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArrives about 85% assembled, tools included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-split\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/6841\/4806\/files\/rr-desc-cougar-a.jpg?width=1400\" alt=\"Rider on a Roots Rider Cougar electric bike on a road beside a lake\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDual suspension is not a styling detail\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fat tire absorbs small chatter. It does nothing about a pothole, a kerb, a root or a washboard fire road — that energy goes into the frame, then into you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cougar has a sprung fork at the front and a shock at the back, both with adjustable preload. Soften them for comfort on broken tarmac, firm them up when you are carrying a passenger. It is the difference between finishing a two-hour ride and cutting it short.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat the suspension is doing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-fig\"\u003e\n\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 860 250\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Diagram comparing how a rigid frame and the Cougar dual suspension handle a bump\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003cstyle\u003e.cs-g{fill:none;stroke:#8f8b85;stroke-width:3}.cs-l{fill:none;stroke:#f4f1ea;stroke-width:3;stroke-linecap:round}.cs-r{fill:none;stroke:#b0322a;stroke-width:3.5;stroke-linecap:round}.cs-o{fill:none;stroke:#ff9d00;stroke-width:3.5;stroke-linecap:round}.cs-t{fill:#f4f1ea;font:600 13px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}.cs-s{fill:#8f8b85;font:400 12px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}.cs-red{fill:#b0322a;font:700 12px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}.cs-or{fill:#ff9d00;font:700 12px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"18\" class=\"cs-t\"\u003eRIGID FRAME\u003c\/text\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M10 150 L150 150 L170 128 L190 150 L400 150\" class=\"cs-g\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"120\" cy=\"126\" r=\"22\" class=\"cs-l\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"270\" cy=\"126\" r=\"22\" class=\"cs-l\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M120 126 L200 120 L270 126\" class=\"cs-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M200 120 L205 78\" class=\"cs-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M205 74 q0 -22 -10 -30 M205 74 q0 -22 10 -30\" class=\"cs-r\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M188 52 L176 40 M222 52 L234 40\" class=\"cs-r\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003ctext x=\"250\" y=\"52\" class=\"cs-red\"\u003eshock goes to the rider\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"460\" y=\"18\" class=\"cs-t\"\u003eCOUGAR — FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION\u003c\/text\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M450 150 L590 150 L610 128 L630 150 L850 150\" class=\"cs-g\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"560\" cy=\"126\" r=\"22\" class=\"cs-l\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"710\" cy=\"126\" r=\"22\" class=\"cs-l\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M560 126 L640 120 L710 126\" class=\"cs-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M640 120 L645 82\" class=\"cs-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M560 126 L566 104\" class=\"cs-o\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M556 104 l20 0 m-20 -8 l20 0 m-20 -8 l20 0\" class=\"cs-o\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M700 126 l16 -14 m-16 -6 l16 -14\" class=\"cs-o\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"645\" cy=\"70\" r=\"13\" class=\"cs-l\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003ctext x=\"470\" y=\"196\" class=\"cs-or\"\u003ethe fork and the shock absorb it first\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"470\" y=\"220\" class=\"cs-s\"\u003ePreload adjusts from soft, for broken tarmac, to firm, for carrying a passenger.\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"196\" class=\"cs-s\"\u003eA fat tire softens chatter. It does not\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"220\" class=\"cs-s\"\u003eabsorb a kerb, a root or a pothole.\u003c\/text\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-split rr-pd-split--rev\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/6841\/4806\/files\/rr-desc-cougar-b.jpg?width=1400\" alt=\"Woman riding a cream Roots Rider Cougar electric bike past campus buildings\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTwo up, properly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bench saddle is long enough for a passenger, and the 350 lb payload is set with two people in mind. Fit the footrest pegs so your passenger has somewhere to put their feet, firm up the rear preload, and it behaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck your local rules first: carrying a passenger on an electric bike is legal in most US states and restricted in some.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho the Cougar is for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-two\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-yes\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy it if\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour route includes gravel, fire roads, kerbs or broken tarmac.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want to carry a passenger without buying a cargo bike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want moped looks and bicycle rules.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou value comfort over outright range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-no\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLook elsewhere if\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need to fold or store it small — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rebel-2\"\u003eRebel 2\u003c\/a\u003e folds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want the longest range — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cheetah-2-pro\"\u003eCheetah 2 Pro\u003c\/a\u003e carries 1440Wh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want 38 mph and a 60V system — that is the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cougar-pro\"\u003eCougar Pro\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want the lowest step-over — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/runabout-2\"\u003eRunabout 2\u003c\/a\u003e is 13.8 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIn the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rr-pd-box\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCougar electric bike, about 85% assembled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1040Wh removable battery and charger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo keys for the battery lock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePedals, front wheel, handlebar hardware and the tools to fit them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManual and UL certification paperwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-note\"\u003ePassenger footrest pegs, the front basket and the rear rack are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCougar questions, answered\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow far can the Cougar go on one charge?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 1040Wh battery is rated for up to 80 miles of pedal assist under the manufacturer's test conditions. On mixed ground at a middle assist level, plan on 45 to 55 miles. Riding two-up will cut that further.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan two people ride the Cougar?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The long bench saddle and the 350 lb payload are designed for it. Fit the passenger footrest pegs so your passenger has somewhere to put their feet, and check that carrying a passenger is legal where you ride.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs the Cougar good off-road?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt has front and rear suspension on 20 x 4.0-inch tires, which is what lets it take fire roads, gravel and kerbs. It is not a downhill mountain bike, but it handles rough ground far better than a rigid e-bike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the difference between the Cougar and the Cougar Pro?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Pro runs a 60V system with a 1200Wh battery and 1600W peak output, for up to 38 mph instead of 34 mph. Frame, suspension and tires are the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes the Cougar have anti-theft tracking?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere is a compartment moulded into the frame sized for an Apple AirTag. The AirTag itself is not included. It is a recovery aid, not a lock — use a proper lock as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow do I set the suspension?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart with the preload backed off for comfort. If the rear feels like it is bottoming out over bumps, or you are carrying a passenger or a loaded rack, wind the preload in a few turns and try again.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs it certified?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. UL 2849 for the bike and UL 2271 for the battery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-legal\"\u003eRange, speed and payload figures are the manufacturer's published specifications, measured under their test conditions. Your results will differ with rider weight, terrain, tire pressure, temperature and assist level. Top speeds above 28 mph may not be legal on public roads and paths in every state. Roots Rider is operated by GHRAM LLC, Wyoming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Roots Rider","offers":[{"title":"Red","offer_id":55032812568918,"sku":"663899127212","price":1350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sand","offer_id":55040853967190,"sku":"756542353547","price":1350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Antracit","offer_id":55040853999958,"sku":"756542353530","price":1350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black","offer_id":55040854032726,"sku":"663899127205","price":1350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Wild Green","offer_id":55040854065494,"sku":"756542353523","price":1350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/6841\/4806\/files\/site_01_361c2ffd-ca79-4d44-9a77-79c456e67b9f.png?v=1787091856"},{"product_id":"cougar-pro","title":"Cougar Pro","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-lead\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRoots Rider Cougar Pro\u003c\/strong\u003e is the 60-volt version of our dual-suspension moped-style e-bike. Same frame, same fork and shock, same bench saddle — but a 60V system with a 1200Wh battery and 1600W of peak output, good for up to 38 mph where the law allows. It is the fastest and most powerful bike we sell, and the one that most deserves a careful read of your local rules before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCougar Pro specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"rr-pd-spec\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSystem voltage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBattery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1200Wh removable lithium pack, UL 2271 certified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClaimed range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 80 miles per charge, pedal assist, manufacturer test conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMotor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRear hub, 1600W peak output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTop speed\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 38 mph, where local law allows\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuspension\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront fork and rear shock, adjustable preload\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTotal payload\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e350 lb, rider plus passenger plus luggage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSaddle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong bench, designed for two\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTires\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 x 4.0 in fat tires\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrakes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHydraulic disc, front and rear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCertification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUL 2849 bike, UL 2271 battery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAssembly\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArrives about 85% assembled, tools included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-split\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/6841\/4806\/files\/rr-desc-cougarpro-a.jpg?width=1400\" alt=\"Rider lifting the front wheel of a Roots Rider Cougar Pro electric bike on a dirt track at sunset\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat 60 volts buys you\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVoltage is what a motor has to work with. Going from 48V to 60V does not just raise the top speed — it changes how the bike behaves when it is loaded: pulling away uphill with a passenger, holding speed into a headwind, climbing without the motor bogging down and heating up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you only ride flat tarmac alone, you will not use it. If you climb, carry, or ride into wind, you will feel it on every ride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e38 mph and the law — read this before you order\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-note\"\u003eThis matters more than any specification on this page, so we are putting it in a diagram rather than burying it in small print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-fig\"\u003e\n\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 860 300\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Diagram of US electric bike classes and where the Cougar Pro sits\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003cstyle\u003e.cl-g{fill:#3a3730}.cl-b{fill:#6b6862}.cl-o{fill:#ff9d00}.cl-r{fill:#b0322a}.cl-t{fill:#f4f1ea;font:600 13px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}.cl-s{fill:#8f8b85;font:400 12px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}.cl-w{fill:#f4f1ea;font:800 12px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}.cl-n{fill:#141210;font:800 12px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"16\" class=\"cl-s\"\u003eUS electric bike classes, by assisted top speed\u003c\/text\u003e\u003crect x=\"150\" y=\"32\" width=\"200\" height=\"26\" rx=\"3\" class=\"cl-b\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"50\" class=\"cl-t\"\u003eClass 1\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"160\" y=\"50\" class=\"cl-w\"\u003e20 mph, pedal assist only\u003c\/text\u003e\u003crect x=\"150\" y=\"66\" width=\"200\" height=\"26\" rx=\"3\" class=\"cl-b\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"84\" class=\"cl-t\"\u003eClass 2\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"160\" y=\"84\" class=\"cl-w\"\u003e20 mph, throttle allowed\u003c\/text\u003e\u003crect x=\"150\" y=\"100\" width=\"290\" height=\"26\" rx=\"3\" class=\"cl-b\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"118\" class=\"cl-t\"\u003eClass 3\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"160\" y=\"118\" class=\"cl-w\"\u003e28 mph, pedal assist\u003c\/text\u003e\u003crect x=\"150\" y=\"134\" width=\"400\" height=\"26\" rx=\"3\" class=\"cl-o\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"152\" class=\"cl-t\"\u003eCougar Pro\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"160\" y=\"152\" class=\"cl-n\"\u003eup to 38 mph — above every class\u003c\/text\u003e\u003crect x=\"150\" y=\"176\" width=\"620\" height=\"2\" class=\"cl-g\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"210\" class=\"cl-s\"\u003eAbove 28 mph the bike is outside the three-class framework used by most US states.\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"234\" class=\"cl-s\"\u003eIn practice that means: private land and off-road use are fine, and many states treat it as a moped\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"258\" class=\"cl-s\"\u003eor a motor vehicle on public roads, which can mean registration, a licence, or a helmet requirement.\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"288\" class=\"cl-w\"\u003eCheck your state and city rules before you order. We would rather lose the sale than have you fined.\u003c\/text\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-split rr-pd-split--rev\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/6841\/4806\/files\/rr-desc-cougarpro-b.jpg?width=1400\" alt=\"Rider pulling a wheelie on a Roots Rider Cougar Pro electric bike in a car park\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSame comfort, more of everything else\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pro keeps what makes the Cougar good: the sprung fork, the rear shock, the bench saddle, the fat tires, the 350 lb payload. Nothing about the ride quality is traded away for the extra power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want the same bike inside legal Class 3 speeds and a lower price, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cougar\"\u003estandard Cougar\u003c\/a\u003e is the same machine at 34 mph.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho the Cougar Pro is for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-two\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-yes\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy it if\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou ride hills, carry a passenger, or ride into wind regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou ride mostly on private land, trails or roads where the speed is permitted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have checked your state and city rules and you are comfortable with them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want the most powerful bike in our range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-no\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLook elsewhere if\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou ride shared paths and cycle lanes — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cougar\"\u003eCougar\u003c\/a\u003e or a Class 2 bike is the safer buy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want to fold it — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rebel-2-pro\"\u003eRebel 2 Pro\u003c\/a\u003e folds and has 80 miles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want the longest range — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cheetah-2-pro\"\u003eCheetah 2 Pro\u003c\/a\u003e carries 1440Wh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are buying a first e-bike — start with less power, not more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIn the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rr-pd-box\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCougar Pro electric bike, about 85% assembled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60V 1200Wh removable battery and charger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo keys for the battery lock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePedals, front wheel, handlebar hardware and the tools to fit them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManual and UL certification paperwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCougar Pro questions, answered\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow fast is the Cougar Pro?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eUp to 38 mph, where local law allows. That is above the 28 mph Class 3 limit used by most US states, so it is not a bike you should assume you can ride on any public path. Check your state and city rules first.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow far can it go on one charge?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 1200Wh battery is rated for up to 80 miles of pedal assist under the manufacturer's test conditions. Ridden hard near its top speed, expect roughly a third of that — speed costs range faster than anything else.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs the Pro worth it over the standard Cougar?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you ride long distances, carry a passenger regularly, or live somewhere hilly, the extra battery and torque are the reason to pay more. For flat city riding the standard Cougar is already enough, and it stays within Class 3 speeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan two people ride it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, on the bench saddle, within the 350 lb payload. Fit the passenger footrest pegs and check your local rules on passengers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes it have suspension?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eFront fork and rear shock, both with adjustable preload, on 20 x 4.0-inch tires — identical to the standard Cougar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I limit the speed?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe display allows the assist level to be set lower, which is how most owners ride it in town. Do not attempt to modify the controller or the limiter in the other direction: that is unlawful in most states and voids the warranty outright.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs it certified?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. UL 2849 for the bike and UL 2271 for the battery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-legal\"\u003eRange, speed and payload figures are the manufacturer's published specifications, measured under their test conditions. Your results will differ with rider weight, terrain, tire pressure, temperature and assist level. A top speed of 38 mph is above the Class 3 limit in most US states and may require registration, licensing or off-road use. It is your responsibility to check and comply with the rules where you ride. Roots Rider is operated by GHRAM LLC, Wyoming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Roots Rider","offers":[{"title":"Red","offer_id":55032859558230,"sku":"663899127236","price":1999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sand","offer_id":55040854098262,"sku":"756542353578","price":1999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Antracit","offer_id":55040854131030,"sku":"756542353561","price":1999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black","offer_id":55040854163798,"sku":"663899127229","price":1999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Wild Green","offer_id":55040854196566,"sku":"756542353554","price":1999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/6841\/4806\/files\/site_15_675897c1-0959-4494-be89-4053ebd5219f.png?v=1787092529"},{"product_id":"prowler","title":"Prowler","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-lead\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRoots Rider Prowler\u003c\/strong\u003e is a chopper-style electric bike: a long raked fork, ape-hanger handlebars and a low-dropping frame, on 20 x 4-inch Kenda fat tires. It is the most expensive and the most looked-at bike we sell. If you want an e-bike that reads as a motorcycle at twenty paces and still pedals like a bicycle, this is the one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProwler specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"rr-pd-spec\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBattery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1040Wh removable lithium pack, UL 2271 certified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClaimed range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 70 miles per charge, pedal assist, manufacturer test conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMotor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRear hub, 750W nominal, 1500W peak output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTop speed\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 28 mph with pedal assist, Class 3 where local law allows\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTotal payload\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400 lb, rider plus luggage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTires\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 x 4.0 in Kenda Krusade fat tires\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrakes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHydraulic disc, front and rear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFrame\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow-dropping chopper frame, raked fork, ape-hanger handlebars\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJet Black frame with a brown leather-look tank and saddle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCertification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUL 2849 bike, UL 2271 battery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCharge time\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAround 6 to 7 hours from empty on the supplied charger\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAssembly\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArrives about 85% assembled, tools included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-split\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/6841\/4806\/files\/rr-prowler-ls-01.jpg?width=1600\" alt=\"Rider sitting on a Roots Rider Prowler chopper electric bike on a tree-lined road at sunset\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eYou sit in it, not on it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Prowler puts your feet forward, your hands up and your back at rest. The saddle sits low, the bars come to you, and the long wheelbase settles the bike down at speed instead of twitching under you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat geometry is the whole point. It is a slower, more deliberate way to travel than a commuter e-bike, and it is why people ride the Prowler for the sake of riding rather than only to arrive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow the Prowler differs from the Cheetah 2\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-note\"\u003eThis is the question we are asked most, so here is the answer in one picture. Both are cafe-racer-inspired and both run fat tires. The geometry is what separates them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-fig\"\u003e\n\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 860 300\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Geometry diagram comparing the Prowler chopper frame with the Cheetah 2 cafe racer frame\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003cstyle\u003e.rrg-l{fill:none;stroke:#f4f1ea;stroke-width:3;stroke-linecap:round;stroke-linejoin:round}.rrg-a{fill:none;stroke:#ff9d00;stroke-width:3;stroke-linecap:round}.rrg-w{fill:none;stroke:#8f8b85;stroke-width:3}.rrg-t{fill:#f4f1ea;font:600 13px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}.rrg-s{fill:#8f8b85;font:400 12px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}.rrg-o{fill:#ff9d00;font:700 12px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}.rrg-d{fill:none;stroke:#ff9d00;stroke-width:1.5;stroke-dasharray:5 4}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ctext x=\"10\" y=\"22\" class=\"rrg-t\"\u003ePROWLER — chopper\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"70\" cy=\"210\" r=\"42\" class=\"rrg-w\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"330\" cy=\"210\" r=\"42\" class=\"rrg-w\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M70 210 L150 205 L250 205 L330 210\" class=\"rrg-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M150 205 L172 150 L250 150 L268 205\" class=\"rrg-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M172 150 L300 118\" class=\"rrg-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M330 210 L300 118\" class=\"rrg-a\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M300 118 L288 96 L262 96\" class=\"rrg-a\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M172 150 L188 138 L246 138 L250 150\" class=\"rrg-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M300 118 L300 210\" class=\"rrg-d\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003ctext x=\"306\" y=\"106\" class=\"rrg-o\"\u003eraked fork\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"150\" y=\"178\" class=\"rrg-s\"\u003elow seat\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"186\" y=\"88\" class=\"rrg-s\"\u003efeet forward, hands up\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"450\" y=\"22\" class=\"rrg-t\"\u003eCHEETAH 2 — cafe racer\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"510\" cy=\"210\" r=\"42\" class=\"rrg-w\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"760\" cy=\"210\" r=\"42\" class=\"rrg-w\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M510 210 L590 200 L690 200 L760 210\" class=\"rrg-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M590 200 L612 130 L690 130 L700 200\" class=\"rrg-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M612 130 L724 108\" class=\"rrg-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M760 210 L724 108\" class=\"rrg-a\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M724 108 L724 96 L700 96\" class=\"rrg-a\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M724 108 L724 210\" class=\"rrg-d\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003ctext x=\"730\" y=\"96\" class=\"rrg-o\"\u003eupright fork\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"596\" y=\"122\" class=\"rrg-s\"\u003etaller seat\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"600\" y=\"84\" class=\"rrg-s\"\u003efeet under you, back forward\u003c\/text\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-cap\"\u003eThe Prowler's fork is raked out and its saddle drops between the wheels. The Cheetah 2 keeps a near-vertical fork and a higher, more conventional riding position. Same family, two different reasons to ride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-split rr-pd-split--rev\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/6841\/4806\/files\/rr-prowler-ls-04.jpg?width=1600\" alt=\"Rider on a Roots Rider Prowler electric bike crossing a car park\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePresence is the feature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeople stop the Prowler in car parks. The quad LED headlight, the tank, the brown saddle and the ape-hangers read as a small motorcycle, and that is deliberate. Underneath it is still a Class 3 electric bicycle: no licence, no registration and no insurance in most US states.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want to blend in, buy the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rebel-2\"\u003eRebel 2\u003c\/a\u003e. If you want to be asked what it is, buy this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-one\"\u003e\u003cfigure\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/6841\/4806\/files\/rr-cat-vintage-rider.jpg?width=1480\" alt=\"Rider in a leather jacket on a Roots Rider Prowler chopper electric bike outside a building\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eFeet forward, hands at chest height, the tank between your knees. Parked outside a shop it gets mistaken for a small motorcycle — which is the entire point of the bike.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat 70 miles actually means\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-note\"\u003eThe 70-mile figure is the manufacturer's number, measured on the lowest assist level, on flat ground, with a light rider and no wind. Nobody rides like that. Here is a more honest picture of the same 1040Wh battery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-fig\"\u003e\n\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 860 250\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Bar chart estimating Prowler range at different assist levels\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003cstyle\u003e.rrb-b{fill:#ff9d00}.rrb-g{fill:#3a3730}.rrb-t{fill:#f4f1ea;font:600 13px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}.rrb-s{fill:#8f8b85;font:400 12px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}.rrb-n{fill:#141210;font:800 13px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"16\" class=\"rrb-s\"\u003eEstimated real-world range — 1040Wh battery, 180 lb rider, mixed ground\u003c\/text\u003e\u003crect x=\"150\" y=\"36\" width=\"620\" height=\"30\" rx=\"3\" class=\"rrb-g\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003crect x=\"150\" y=\"36\" width=\"620\" height=\"30\" rx=\"3\" class=\"rrb-b\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"56\" class=\"rrb-t\"\u003eAssist 1\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"162\" y=\"56\" class=\"rrb-n\"\u003e60 to 70 mi\u003c\/text\u003e\u003crect x=\"150\" y=\"82\" width=\"620\" height=\"30\" rx=\"3\" class=\"rrb-g\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003crect x=\"150\" y=\"82\" width=\"460\" height=\"30\" rx=\"3\" class=\"rrb-b\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"102\" class=\"rrb-t\"\u003eAssist 3\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"162\" y=\"102\" class=\"rrb-n\"\u003e42 to 50 mi\u003c\/text\u003e\u003crect x=\"150\" y=\"128\" width=\"620\" height=\"30\" rx=\"3\" class=\"rrb-g\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003crect x=\"150\" y=\"128\" width=\"300\" height=\"30\" rx=\"3\" class=\"rrb-b\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"148\" class=\"rrb-t\"\u003eAssist 5\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"162\" y=\"148\" class=\"rrb-n\"\u003e28 to 34 mi\u003c\/text\u003e\u003crect x=\"150\" y=\"174\" width=\"620\" height=\"30\" rx=\"3\" class=\"rrb-g\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003crect x=\"150\" y=\"174\" width=\"180\" height=\"30\" rx=\"3\" class=\"rrb-b\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"194\" class=\"rrb-t\"\u003eThrottle only\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"162\" y=\"194\" class=\"rrb-n\"\u003e18 to 24 mi\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"230\" class=\"rrb-s\"\u003eHills, headwind, cold weather and a heavier rider all pull these numbers down. A planning guide, not a promise.\u003c\/text\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt by us. Finished by you.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-note\"\u003eEvery Prowler leaves the factory the same way: Jet Black frame, brown leather-look tank, black Kenda tires. What owners do next is the part we like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-one\"\u003e\u003cfigure\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/6841\/4806\/files\/20260611-130123.png?width=1400\" alt=\"Custom Roots Rider Prowler build with a second battery mounted low in the frame, photographed on the factory floor\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eAn extended-range Prowler build: a second battery sits low in the frame, so the silhouette does not change. Cosmetic and accessory changes are your own work and are not covered by the manufacturer warranty. Never modify the motor, the controller or the speed limiter — that is unlawful in most states and voids the warranty outright.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho the Prowler is for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-two\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-yes\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy it if\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a bike people photograph, and you are fine being noticed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou ride for the ride: coast roads, seafronts, long easy loops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are roughly 5 ft 4 in to 6 ft 4 in and want a laid-back position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have somewhere to store a long, heavy bike that does not fold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-no\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLook elsewhere if\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need to fold it or carry it upstairs — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rebel-2\"\u003eRebel 2\u003c\/a\u003e does that.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want to carry a passenger or a child seat — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/flux\"\u003eFlux\u003c\/a\u003e is built for it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou ride rough trails — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cougar\"\u003eCougar\u003c\/a\u003e has dual suspension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want our longest range — that is the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cheetah-2-pro\"\u003eCheetah 2 Pro\u003c\/a\u003e at 1440Wh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIn the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rr-pd-box\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProwler electric bike, about 85% assembled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1040Wh removable battery and charger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo keys for the battery lock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePedals, front wheel, handlebar hardware and the tools to fit them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManual and UL certification paperwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-note\"\u003eMost people are riding within an hour: fit the front wheel, straighten and bolt the handlebar, screw on the pedals, set the saddle height, check the brakes, then charge it fully before the first ride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProwler questions, answered\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes the Prowler need a licence or registration?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn most US states a Class 3 electric bicycle needs no licence, no registration and no insurance. Rules vary by state and by city, and some places restrict Class 3 bikes on shared paths. Check your local rules before you ride.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow far can the Prowler go on one charge?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 1040Wh battery is rated for up to 70 miles of pedal assist under the manufacturer's test conditions. On mixed real-world riding at a middle assist level, plan on 42 to 50 miles. Throttle-only riding roughly halves it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow fast is the Prowler?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eUp to 28 mph with pedal assist, where local law allows Class 3 riding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow much weight can it carry?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eUp to 400 lb of total payload, covering the rider and luggage. The Prowler has a single saddle and is not designed to carry a passenger.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow tall do I need to be?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe laid-back position suits riders from roughly 5 ft 4 in to 6 ft 4 in. Shorter riders often prefer the step-through \u003ca href=\"\/products\/runabout-2\"\u003eRunabout 2\u003c\/a\u003e, which has a 13.8-inch standover height.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I modify the Prowler?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eOwners regularly change the tank, the tires and the saddle. Cosmetic changes are your own work and are not covered by the manufacturer warranty. Never modify the motor, the controller or the speed limiter: that is unlawful in most states and voids the warranty outright.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs the battery safe?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe bike carries UL 2849 certification and the battery carries UL 2271. Charge it indoors on a hard surface, use the supplied charger, and do not leave it charging unattended overnight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-legal\"\u003eRange, speed and payload figures are the manufacturer's published specifications, measured under their test conditions. Your results will differ with rider weight, terrain, tire pressure, temperature and assist level. Roots Rider is operated by GHRAM LLC, Wyoming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Roots Rider","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55032971166038,"sku":"756542353028","price":2600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/6841\/4806\/files\/10_6a33aa36-af64-4049-87b5-36c8e52fff53.png?v=1787093202"},{"product_id":"rebel-2","title":"Rebel 2","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-lead\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRoots Rider Rebel 2\u003c\/strong\u003e is a folding, step-through electric bike on 20 x 4-inch fat tires. It folds at the frame and the stem in under a minute, fits in a car boot, and steps through low enough to get on in a skirt or a suit. It is our most popular bike and our most forgiving one: the easiest to store, the easiest to mount, and the easiest to live with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRebel 2 specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"rr-pd-spec\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBattery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48V 15Ah Samsung cells, 720Wh, removable and lockable, UL 2271 certified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClaimed range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 60 miles per charge, pedal assist, manufacturer test conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMotor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRear hub, 750W nominal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTop speed\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 20 mph on throttle, Class 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTotal payload\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400 lb, rider plus cargo plus passenger seat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFrame\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFolding step-through, folds at the frame hinge and the stem\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStandover\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow step-through, suits riders from about 4 ft 11 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTires\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 x 4.0 in fat tires, tan sidewalls\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrakes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDisc brakes, front and rear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRear rack\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntegrated, takes panniers, a crate or a passenger seat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCertification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUL 2849 bike, UL 2271 battery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCharge time\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 5 hours from empty on the supplied charger\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-split\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/6841\/4806\/files\/rr-desc-rebel2-a.jpg?width=1400\" alt=\"Woman riding a yellow Roots Rider Rebel 2 folding electric bike with panniers fitted\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eYou step through it, you do not climb on it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe top tube drops away completely. You walk into the frame rather than swinging a leg over the back, which is the single reason most of our older riders, shorter riders and riders carrying something choose this bike over anything else in the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe upright position puts your weight on the saddle instead of your wrists. On a 45-minute ride that difference is the whole ride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow the fold works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-note\"\u003eFour movements, no tools, about forty seconds once you have done it twice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-fig\"\u003e\n\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 880 210\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Four-step diagram showing how the Rebel 2 folds down for storage\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003cstyle\u003e.rf-l{fill:none;stroke:#f4f1ea;stroke-width:3.5;stroke-linecap:round;stroke-linejoin:round}.rf-w{fill:none;stroke:#8f8b85;stroke-width:3}.rf-a{fill:none;stroke:#ff9d00;stroke-width:3.5;stroke-linecap:round}.rf-n{fill:#ff9d00;font:800 13px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}.rf-t{fill:#f4f1ea;font:600 12px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}.rf-c{fill:none;stroke:#ff9d00;stroke-width:2;stroke-dasharray:4 4}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ctext x=\"4\" y=\"16\" class=\"rf-n\"\u003e1\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"22\" y=\"16\" class=\"rf-t\"\u003eFold the pedals in\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"46\" cy=\"140\" r=\"28\" class=\"rf-w\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"166\" cy=\"140\" r=\"28\" class=\"rf-w\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M46 140 L96 138 L166 140\" class=\"rf-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M96 138 L104 92 L150 92\" class=\"rf-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M150 92 L166 140\" class=\"rf-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M104 92 L104 66\" class=\"rf-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M96 138 L112 150\" class=\"rf-a\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003ctext x=\"224\" y=\"16\" class=\"rf-n\"\u003e2\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"242\" y=\"16\" class=\"rf-t\"\u003eDrop the seat post\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"266\" cy=\"140\" r=\"28\" class=\"rf-w\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"386\" cy=\"140\" r=\"28\" class=\"rf-w\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M266 140 L316 138 L386 140\" class=\"rf-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M316 138 L324 92 L370 92\" class=\"rf-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M370 92 L386 140\" class=\"rf-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M324 92 L324 78\" class=\"rf-a\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M324 60 L324 74\" class=\"rf-c\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003ctext x=\"444\" y=\"16\" class=\"rf-n\"\u003e3\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"462\" y=\"16\" class=\"rf-t\"\u003eRelease the stem\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"486\" cy=\"140\" r=\"28\" class=\"rf-w\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"606\" cy=\"140\" r=\"28\" class=\"rf-w\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M486 140 L536 138 L606 140\" class=\"rf-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M536 138 L544 92 L590 92\" class=\"rf-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M590 92 L606 140\" class=\"rf-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M590 92 L616 104\" class=\"rf-a\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M590 92 L590 66\" class=\"rf-c\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003ctext x=\"664\" y=\"16\" class=\"rf-n\"\u003e4\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"682\" y=\"16\" class=\"rf-t\"\u003eFold the frame hinge\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"720\" cy=\"140\" r=\"28\" class=\"rf-w\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"770\" cy=\"140\" r=\"28\" class=\"rf-w\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M720 140 L744 116 L770 140\" class=\"rf-a\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M744 116 L752 90\" class=\"rf-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003crect x=\"690\" y=\"78\" width=\"120\" height=\"96\" rx=\"5\" class=\"rf-c\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003ctext x=\"700\" y=\"196\" class=\"rf-t\"\u003eCar-boot size\u003c\/text\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-cap\"\u003eFolded, the Rebel 2 fits in the boot of an estate car or an SUV, in a boat locker, in a caravan, or in a cupboard by the front door. Two of them fit across the back of most SUVs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-split rr-pd-split--rev\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/6841\/4806\/files\/rr-desc-rebel2-b.jpg?width=1400\" alt=\"Man carrying a folded Roots Rider Rebel 2 electric bike down a flight of steps\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere the folding actually matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlats without a lift. Apartment blocks with a bike-theft problem. Boats. Camper vans. Offices that will not let you leave a bike in the corridor. A train, then the last two miles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is heavy for a folding bike, because it has a fat-tire frame and a 720Wh battery. Take the battery out before you lift it and it becomes a great deal easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat 60 miles actually means\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-note\"\u003eThe 60-mile figure is the manufacturer's, measured on the lowest assist, on the flat, with a light rider. Here is a more useful picture of the same 720Wh battery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-fig\"\u003e\n\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 860 230\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Bar chart estimating Rebel 2 range at different assist levels\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003cstyle\u003e.rb2-b{fill:#ff9d00}.rb2-g{fill:#3a3730}.rb2-t{fill:#f4f1ea;font:600 13px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}.rb2-s{fill:#8f8b85;font:400 12px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}.rb2-n{fill:#141210;font:800 13px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"16\" class=\"rb2-s\"\u003eEstimated real-world range — 720Wh battery, 180 lb rider, mixed ground\u003c\/text\u003e\u003crect x=\"150\" y=\"34\" width=\"620\" height=\"28\" rx=\"3\" class=\"rb2-g\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003crect x=\"150\" y=\"34\" width=\"620\" height=\"28\" rx=\"3\" class=\"rb2-b\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"53\" class=\"rb2-t\"\u003eAssist 1\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"162\" y=\"53\" class=\"rb2-n\"\u003e50 to 60 mi\u003c\/text\u003e\u003crect x=\"150\" y=\"76\" width=\"620\" height=\"28\" rx=\"3\" class=\"rb2-g\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003crect x=\"150\" y=\"76\" width=\"440\" height=\"28\" rx=\"3\" class=\"rb2-b\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"95\" class=\"rb2-t\"\u003eAssist 3\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"162\" y=\"95\" class=\"rb2-n\"\u003e34 to 42 mi\u003c\/text\u003e\u003crect x=\"150\" y=\"118\" width=\"620\" height=\"28\" rx=\"3\" class=\"rb2-g\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003crect x=\"150\" y=\"118\" width=\"290\" height=\"28\" rx=\"3\" class=\"rb2-b\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"137\" class=\"rb2-t\"\u003eAssist 5\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"162\" y=\"137\" class=\"rb2-n\"\u003e22 to 28 mi\u003c\/text\u003e\u003crect x=\"150\" y=\"160\" width=\"620\" height=\"28\" rx=\"3\" class=\"rb2-g\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003crect x=\"150\" y=\"160\" width=\"180\" height=\"28\" rx=\"3\" class=\"rb2-b\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"179\" class=\"rb2-t\"\u003eThrottle only\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"162\" y=\"179\" class=\"rb2-n\"\u003e14 to 18 mi\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"212\" class=\"rb2-s\"\u003eHills, headwind, cold weather, low tire pressure and a heavier rider all pull these down.\u003c\/text\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho the Rebel 2 is for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-two\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-yes\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy it if\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need to store it somewhere small, or lift it into a car.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want to step through rather than swing a leg over.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are between about 4 ft 11 in and 6 ft 2 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a rear rack that takes a crate, panniers or a child seat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want the least expensive way into a proper fat-tire e-bike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-no\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLook elsewhere if\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou ride 30 miles a day — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rebel-2-pro\"\u003eRebel 2 Pro\u003c\/a\u003e has 80 miles and more torque.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want 28 mph — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cheetah-2\"\u003eCheetah 2\u003c\/a\u003e is Class 3.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou ride rough trails — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cougar\"\u003eCougar\u003c\/a\u003e has dual suspension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou carry a passenger daily — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/runabout-2\"\u003eRunabout 2\u003c\/a\u003e has a 100 lb rack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIn the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rr-pd-box\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRebel 2 folding electric bike, about 85% assembled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e48V 15Ah Samsung battery and charger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo keys for the battery lock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePedals, front wheel, handlebar hardware and the tools to fit them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManual and UL certification paperwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-note\"\u003eUnfold it, fit the front wheel, screw on the pedals, set the saddle height, check the brakes, charge it fully. Most people are riding inside an hour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRebel 2 questions, answered\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow small does the Rebel 2 fold?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt folds at the frame hinge and at the stem, small enough for a car boot, the back of an SUV, a boat locker or a hall cupboard. Two of them fit across the back of most SUVs. Take the battery out first and it is noticeably lighter to lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow far can it go on one charge?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 48V 15Ah Samsung battery is rated for up to 60 miles of pedal assist under the manufacturer's test conditions. On mixed riding at a middle assist level, plan on 34 to 42 miles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs the Rebel 2 good for a shorter rider?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The step-through frame means you walk into it rather than swinging a leg over, and the seat post adjusts over a wide range. It suits riders from around 4 ft 11 in upwards, which is why it is the bike we recommend most often to shorter riders.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan it carry a passenger or a child seat?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe frame is rated for up to 400 lb of total payload and the rear rack accepts a passenger seat and a backrest, sold separately. Check your local rules on carrying passengers before you do.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow fast does it go?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eUp to 20 mph on the throttle. It is a Class 2 electric bike, which is the class allowed on the widest range of paths and trails in the US.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs the battery certified?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The bike carries UL 2849 certification and the battery carries UL 2271. Charge it indoors on a hard surface, use the supplied charger, and do not leave it charging unattended overnight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I leave it outside?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eOccasional rain is fine. Storing it outdoors permanently is not: water finds the connectors and the salt in coastal air finds the bolts. Bring it in, which is the point of a bike that folds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-legal\"\u003eRange, speed and payload figures are the manufacturer's published specifications, measured under their test conditions. Your results will differ with rider weight, terrain, tire pressure, temperature and assist level. Roots Rider is operated by GHRAM LLC, Wyoming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Roots Rider","offers":[{"title":"Turquoise","offer_id":55033154601302,"sku":"756542353165","price":899.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yellow","offer_id":55040853803350,"sku":"756542353172","price":899.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red","offer_id":55040853836118,"sku":"756542353189","price":899.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Wild Green","offer_id":55040853868886,"sku":"756542353158","price":899.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/6841\/4806\/files\/site_03_d28d5a57-cedc-4fb3-b1b1-e323590db794.png?v=1787093323"},{"product_id":"rebel-2-pro","title":"Rebel 2 Pro","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-lead\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRoots Rider Rebel 2 Pro\u003c\/strong\u003e is the long-range version of our folding step-through platform. Same frame, same fold, same low step-over — but a 52V 20Ah battery instead of 48V 15Ah, a high-torque motor with 1300W peak output, and a torque sensor that meters the assist to how hard you are actually pushing. It is the Rebel for people who ride further, carry more, or live somewhere hilly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRebel 2 Pro specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"rr-pd-spec\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBattery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e52V 20Ah, 1040Wh, removable and lockable, UL 2271 certified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClaimed range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 80 miles per charge, pedal assist, manufacturer test conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMotor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRear hub, high torque, 1300W peak output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSensing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTorque sensor plus cadence sensor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTotal payload\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400 lb, rider plus cargo plus passenger seat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFrame\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFolding step-through, folds at the frame hinge and the stem\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTires\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 x 4.0 in fat tires, tan sidewalls\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWater resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIPX6 rated, covers rain and road spray\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRear rack\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntegrated, takes panniers, a crate, a child seat and a backrest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColours\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed, Turquoise, Antracit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCertification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUL 2849 bike, UL 2271 battery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCharge time\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 6 hours from empty on the supplied charger\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-split\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/6841\/4806\/files\/rr-desc-rebel2pro-a.jpg?width=1400\" alt=\"Woman riding a Roots Rider Rebel 2 Pro folding electric bike through a park\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat a torque sensor changes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA cadence sensor only knows whether the pedals are turning, so the motor arrives in a lump. A torque sensor measures how hard you are pushing and matches the assist to your effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou notice it in three places: pulling away from a standing start on a hill, riding with a loaded rack, and riding slowly in traffic where a cadence bike keeps surging. The Pro simply feels like a bicycle with strong legs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRebel 2 or Rebel 2 Pro?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-note\"\u003eIdentical frame, identical fold, identical step-through. Everything that differs is in this chart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-fig\"\u003e\n\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 860 300\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Comparison chart of Rebel 2 and Rebel 2 Pro battery, range, torque and price\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003cstyle\u003e.rc-a{fill:#6b6862}.rc-b{fill:#ff9d00}.rc-g{fill:#3a3730}.rc-t{fill:#f4f1ea;font:600 13px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}.rc-s{fill:#8f8b85;font:400 12px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}.rc-n{fill:#141210;font:800 12px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}.rc-w{fill:#f4f1ea;font:800 12px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003crect x=\"600\" y=\"6\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" class=\"rc-a\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003ctext x=\"620\" y=\"18\" class=\"rc-s\"\u003eRebel 2\u003c\/text\u003e\u003crect x=\"700\" y=\"6\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" class=\"rc-b\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003ctext x=\"720\" y=\"18\" class=\"rc-s\"\u003eRebel 2 Pro\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"52\" class=\"rc-t\"\u003eBattery\u003c\/text\u003e\u003crect x=\"170\" y=\"38\" width=\"415\" height=\"20\" rx=\"3\" class=\"rc-a\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003ctext x=\"180\" y=\"53\" class=\"rc-w\"\u003e720Wh\u003c\/text\u003e\u003crect x=\"170\" y=\"62\" width=\"600\" height=\"20\" rx=\"3\" class=\"rc-b\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003ctext x=\"180\" y=\"77\" class=\"rc-n\"\u003e1040Wh\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"118\" class=\"rc-t\"\u003eClaimed range\u003c\/text\u003e\u003crect x=\"170\" y=\"104\" width=\"450\" height=\"20\" rx=\"3\" class=\"rc-a\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003ctext x=\"180\" y=\"119\" class=\"rc-w\"\u003eup to 60 mi\u003c\/text\u003e\u003crect x=\"170\" y=\"128\" width=\"600\" height=\"20\" rx=\"3\" class=\"rc-b\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003ctext x=\"180\" y=\"143\" class=\"rc-n\"\u003eup to 80 mi\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"184\" class=\"rc-t\"\u003ePeak output\u003c\/text\u003e\u003crect x=\"170\" y=\"170\" width=\"346\" height=\"20\" rx=\"3\" class=\"rc-a\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003ctext x=\"180\" y=\"185\" class=\"rc-w\"\u003e750W nominal\u003c\/text\u003e\u003crect x=\"170\" y=\"194\" width=\"600\" height=\"20\" rx=\"3\" class=\"rc-b\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003ctext x=\"180\" y=\"209\" class=\"rc-n\"\u003e1300W peak, high torque\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"0\" y=\"250\" class=\"rc-t\"\u003eAssist sensing\u003c\/text\u003e\u003crect x=\"170\" y=\"236\" width=\"300\" height=\"20\" rx=\"3\" class=\"rc-a\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003ctext x=\"180\" y=\"251\" class=\"rc-w\"\u003ecadence\u003c\/text\u003e\u003crect x=\"170\" y=\"260\" width=\"600\" height=\"20\" rx=\"3\" class=\"rc-b\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003ctext x=\"180\" y=\"275\" class=\"rc-n\"\u003etorque + cadence\u003c\/text\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-cap\"\u003eIf you ride under 20 miles a day on flat ground, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rebel-2\"\u003eRebel 2\u003c\/a\u003e is enough and saves you money. If you ride further, climb, or carry weight, the Pro is the one that will not annoy you in six months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-split rr-pd-split--rev\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/6841\/4806\/files\/rr-desc-rebel2pro-b.jpg?width=1400\" alt=\"Commuter with a backpack standing beside a Roots Rider Rebel 2 Pro folding electric bike\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt for the mixed commute\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCar or train for the long leg, then unfold and ride the last two miles. The Pro's range means you are not thinking about charge on a normal week, and the IPX6 rating means a wet Tuesday is not a problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOwners regularly tell us they bought two: one each, both folded into the back of the same car.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho the Rebel 2 Pro is for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-two\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-yes\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy it if\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou ride more than 20 miles in a day, or you do not want to think about charging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou live somewhere hilly, or you carry a loaded rack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want the fold and the step-through, without the range compromise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou ride in the rain and want the IPX6 rating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-no\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLook elsewhere if\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou ride short flat trips — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rebel-2\"\u003eRebel 2\u003c\/a\u003e costs less and does the job.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a cafe-racer look — that is the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cheetah-2\"\u003eCheetah 2\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need suspension for trails — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cougar\"\u003eCougar\u003c\/a\u003e has it front and rear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou carry an adult passenger daily — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/runabout-2\"\u003eRunabout 2\u003c\/a\u003e is built for it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIn the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rr-pd-box\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRebel 2 Pro folding electric bike, about 85% assembled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e52V 20Ah battery and charger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo keys for the battery lock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaddlebag, pedals, front wheel, handlebar hardware and tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManual and UL certification paperwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRebel 2 Pro questions, answered\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat does the Pro add over the standard Rebel 2?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 52V 20Ah battery instead of 48V 15Ah, up to 80 miles of claimed range instead of 60, a high-torque motor with 1300W peak output, a torque sensor alongside the cadence sensor, and an IPX6 water rating. The folding frame, the step-through and the rack are identical.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow far can it go on one charge?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eUp to 80 miles under the manufacturer's test conditions. On mixed riding at a middle assist level, plan on 45 to 55 miles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs it waterproof?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is rated IPX6, which covers rain and road spray. Do not submerge it and do not pressure-wash the battery or the motor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes it fold like the standard Rebel?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, identically: fold the pedals, drop the seat post, release the stem, fold the frame hinge. It fits in a car boot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan it take a child seat?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe rear rack accepts a child seat with a backrest and footrests, sold separately, within the 400 lb total payload. Check your local rules on carrying a child before you ride.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhich colour should I pick?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eRed is the one people notice, Antracit is the one that hides road dirt, Turquoise is the one owners photograph most. There is no mechanical difference between them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs the battery certified?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. UL 2849 for the bike and UL 2271 for the battery. Charge indoors on a hard surface with the supplied charger.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-legal\"\u003eRange, speed and payload figures are the manufacturer's published specifications, measured under their test conditions. Your results will differ with rider weight, terrain, tire pressure, temperature and assist level. Roots Rider is operated by GHRAM LLC, Wyoming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Roots Rider","offers":[{"title":"Red","offer_id":55033181765974,"sku":"663899127199","price":1399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Turquoise","offer_id":55040853901654,"sku":"663899127182","price":1399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Antracit","offer_id":55040853934422,"sku":"663899127175","price":1399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/6841\/4806\/files\/site_07_da541415-10a0-403c-b61a-f2a6dc02d8fa.png?v=1787094158"},{"product_id":"runabout-2","title":"Runabout 2","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-lead\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRoots Rider Runabout 2\u003c\/strong\u003e is a step-through cargo electric bike built around one number: a 13.8-inch standover height. You walk into the frame instead of climbing onto it. Behind you is an integrated rear rack rated for 100 lb, which takes a crate, panniers, a passenger seat or a child seat without an adapter. It is the bike we recommend for the school run, the grocery run, and for anyone who has stopped enjoying swinging a leg over a saddle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRunabout 2 specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"rr-pd-spec\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBattery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e52V 15Ah Samsung cells, 780Wh, removable and lockable, UL 2271 certified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClaimed range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 55 miles per charge, pedal assist, manufacturer test conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStandover height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.8 in — the lowest in our range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRear rack\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntegrated, rated for 100 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTotal payload\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e350 lb, rider plus cargo plus passenger\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTires\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 x 4.0 in Kenda Cursor fat tires\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFrame\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStep-through cargo frame, long wheelbase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColours\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWild Green, Antracit, Pink, Cream, Black, Water Blue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCertification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUL 2849 bike, UL 2271 battery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAccessories\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront basket, rear crate, passenger seat, backrest and footrests, sold separately\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCharge time\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 5 to 6 hours from empty on the supplied charger\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAssembly\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArrives about 85% assembled, tools included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-split\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/6841\/4806\/files\/rr-desc-runabout2-a.jpg?width=1400\" alt=\"Man riding a Roots Rider Runabout 2 step-through cargo electric bike on a city street\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e13.8 inches is the whole argument\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost fat-tire e-bikes ask you to lift a leg over a saddle at around 30 inches. The Runabout 2 asks for 13.8. That is the difference between a bike you use and a bike you look at in the garage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt matters if you have a hip or knee that objects, if you are shorter, if you are wearing work clothes, or if you are getting on and off twenty times on a delivery round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat the rack actually carries\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-note\"\u003eThe rear rack is welded into the frame rather than bolted on afterwards, which is why it is rated for 100 lb rather than the 25 to 55 lb typical of an accessory rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-fig\"\u003e\n\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 860 260\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Diagram of what the Runabout 2 rear rack can carry within its 100 lb rating\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003cstyle\u003e.ru-l{fill:none;stroke:#f4f1ea;stroke-width:3.5;stroke-linecap:round;stroke-linejoin:round}.ru-w{fill:none;stroke:#8f8b85;stroke-width:3}.ru-a{fill:none;stroke:#ff9d00;stroke-width:3.5;stroke-linecap:round}.ru-box{fill:none;stroke:#ff9d00;stroke-width:2.5}.ru-t{fill:#f4f1ea;font:600 13px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}.ru-s{fill:#8f8b85;font:400 12px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}.ru-o{fill:#ff9d00;font:800 13px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}.ru-d{fill:none;stroke:#ff9d00;stroke-width:1.5;stroke-dasharray:5 4}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ccircle cx=\"150\" cy=\"180\" r=\"46\" class=\"ru-w\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"470\" cy=\"180\" r=\"46\" class=\"ru-w\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M470 180 L370 178 L300 178\" class=\"ru-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M300 178 L250 196 L196 196 L150 180\" class=\"ru-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M300 178 L316 104\" class=\"ru-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M316 104 L262 104\" class=\"ru-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M150 180 L192 84 L208 84\" class=\"ru-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M370 178 L378 120 L470 120 L470 180\" class=\"ru-a\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003crect x=\"374\" y=\"64\" width=\"104\" height=\"54\" rx=\"4\" class=\"ru-box\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003ctext x=\"384\" y=\"96\" class=\"ru-o\"\u003e100 lb\u003c\/text\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M196 196 L250 196\" class=\"ru-d\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M196 210 L196 232 M250 210 L250 232 M196 221 L250 221\" class=\"ru-d\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003ctext x=\"172\" y=\"250\" class=\"ru-o\"\u003e13.8 in standover\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"530\" y=\"70\" class=\"ru-t\"\u003eThe welded rack takes, without an adapter:\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"530\" y=\"98\" class=\"ru-s\"\u003e• a passenger seat with backrest and footrests\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"530\" y=\"122\" class=\"ru-s\"\u003e• a child seat\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"530\" y=\"146\" class=\"ru-s\"\u003e• a milk crate or a rear basket\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"530\" y=\"170\" class=\"ru-s\"\u003e• a pair of panniers\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"530\" y=\"194\" class=\"ru-s\"\u003e• a week of shopping, strapped down\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"530\" y=\"228\" class=\"ru-s\"\u003eTotal payload including the rider: 350 lb.\u003c\/text\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-split rr-pd-split--rev\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/6841\/4806\/files\/rr-desc-runabout2-b.png?width=1400\" alt=\"Pink Roots Rider Runabout 2 step-through electric bike parked outside a shop\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSix colours, and they matter here\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Runabout 2 comes in Wild Green, Antracit, Pink, Cream, Black and Water Blue. This is the bike in our range people choose by colour, because it is the one they will be seen on every day rather than at the weekend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no mechanical difference between them. Cream and Pink show road dirt fastest; Antracit and Black hide it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho the Runabout 2 is for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-two\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-yes\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy it if\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou carry a child, a passenger, or the shopping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwinging a leg over a saddle is uncomfortable or awkward.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are shorter than average and want a bike that fits properly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want the rack built into the frame, not bolted on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-no\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLook elsewhere if\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need it to fold — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rebel-2\"\u003eRebel 2\u003c\/a\u003e folds and also steps through.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want 28 mph — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cheetah-2\"\u003eCheetah 2\u003c\/a\u003e is Class 3.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou ride rough ground — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cougar\"\u003eCougar\u003c\/a\u003e has front and rear suspension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want maximum range — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cheetah-2-pro\"\u003eCheetah 2 Pro\u003c\/a\u003e carries 1440Wh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIn the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rr-pd-box\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRunabout 2 electric bike, about 85% assembled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e52V 15Ah Samsung battery and charger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo keys for the battery lock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePedals, front wheel, handlebar hardware and the tools to fit them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManual and UL certification paperwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-note\"\u003eThe front basket, rear crate, passenger seat, backrest and footrests are sold separately. Fit the passenger seat before the first ride if you plan to carry someone — it is a ten-minute job, not a roadside one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRunabout 2 questions, answered\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow low is the step-through on the Runabout 2?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe standover height is 13.8 inches. You step through the frame rather than swinging a leg over it, which is why it suits riders with limited mobility, shorter riders, and anyone carrying something.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow far can it go on one charge?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 52V 15Ah Samsung battery is rated for up to 55 miles of pedal assist under the manufacturer's test conditions. Carrying a passenger or a loaded rack will reduce that noticeably — plan on 30 to 38 miles fully loaded.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow much can the rear rack carry?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eUp to 100 lb on the integrated rear rack, within a 350 lb total payload. It takes panniers, a crate or a passenger seat without an adapter, because the rack is welded into the frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan it carry a passenger?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, on the rear rack with a passenger seat fitted, within the payload limit. Fit the footrests as well so your passenger has somewhere to put their feet, and check your local rules on carrying passengers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs it suitable for an older rider?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is the bike we recommend most often for that. The low step-through, the upright position and the wide saddle are the three things that matter, and this bike has all three. Owners in their seventies write to us about it regularly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs it certified?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. UL 2849 for the bike and UL 2271 for the battery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes it fold?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The Runabout 2 is a rigid cargo frame, which is what allows the 100 lb rack rating. If you need a fold, look at the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rebel-2\"\u003eRebel 2\u003c\/a\u003e, which steps through as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-legal\"\u003eRange, speed and payload figures are the manufacturer's published specifications, measured under their test conditions. Your results will differ with rider weight, terrain, tire pressure, temperature and assist level. Roots Rider is operated by GHRAM LLC, Wyoming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Roots Rider","offers":[{"title":"Wild Green","offer_id":55033294586198,"sku":"663899127748","price":1799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Antracit","offer_id":55040854229334,"sku":"663899127731","price":1799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pink","offer_id":55040854262102,"sku":"752574912158","price":1799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cream","offer_id":55040854294870,"sku":"752574912141","price":1799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Matte Black","offer_id":55040854327638,"sku":"752574912134","price":1799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/6841\/4806\/files\/11_bec62f2f-b391-45d1-8896-b61d5d5aefe7.png?v=1787094435"},{"product_id":"flux-runabout-2","title":"Flux + Runabout.2","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-lead\"\u003eTwo bikes, one order, one delivery. The \u003cstrong\u003eFlux\u003c\/strong\u003e is the long-tail cargo bike that takes passengers on its rear deck; the \u003cstrong\u003eRunabout 2\u003c\/strong\u003e is the step-through utility bike with a rack welded into the frame. This is the pair for a household where both adults ride and both of them carry something — one taking the children, the other taking the shopping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rr-pd-box\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne \u003ca href=\"\/products\/flux\"\u003eFlux\u003c\/a\u003e long-tail cargo electric bike, with its 48V Samsung battery and charger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne \u003ca href=\"\/products\/runabout-2\"\u003eRunabout 2\u003c\/a\u003e step-through cargo electric bike, with its 52V 15Ah battery and charger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeys for both battery locks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePedals, wheels and handlebar hardware for both, and the tools to fit them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManuals and certification paperwork for both bikes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-note\"\u003eThe two bikes ship together as one order. Both are full-size machines in large cartons — make sure someone is there to take the delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow the two compare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"rr-pd-spec\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlux\u003c\/strong\u003e — carries people\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRunabout 2\u003c\/strong\u003e — carries loads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMotor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750W hub, 1200W peak\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750W hub, 1040W peak\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBattery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48V, 720Wh or 1200Wh option\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e52V, 780Wh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClaimed range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 55 miles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 55 miles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTop speed\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 28 mph\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 20 mph\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTotal payload\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e440 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e350 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRear carrying\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e180 lb long-tail deck\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 lb welded rack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStandover\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStep-through, 72 in overall\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStep-through, 13.8 in standover\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTyres\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 x 2.4 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 x 4.0 in fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-note\"\u003eFull specifications, photographs and owner reviews for each bike are on its own page: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/flux\"\u003eFlux\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/runabout-2\"\u003eRunabout 2\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich one does what\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-two\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-yes\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Flux takes the passengers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne or two children on the rear deck, with footboards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn adult passenger, with the seat pad and backrest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e180 lb on the deck, because the deck is part of the frame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe longer of the two — 72 inches, so measure your parking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-no\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Runabout 2 takes the load\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e13.8 inches of standover — the lowest step-through we sell.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA welded rack rated for 100 lb: crate, panniers or a child seat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFat 4-inch tyres, so kerbs and rough paths stop mattering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShorter and easier to park than the Flux.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing your colours\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colour selector on this page chooses the finish of the \u003cstrong\u003eRunabout 2\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pink, Cream, Black or Blue. If you would like a particular finish on the Flux as well, tell us when you order and we will confirm what is in stock before anything is dispatched.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-note\"\u003eThe photograph on this page is the manufacturer's product shot of the pair. The Flux finishes we currently sell are Nebula and Grey — see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/flux\"\u003eFlux page\u003c\/a\u003e for both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eQuestions about the two-bike order\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDo both bikes arrive at the same time?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. It is one order, one dispatch and one delivery, from our California warehouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eBoth bikes carry things — is that not the same bike twice?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The Runabout 2 carries \u003cem\u003ethings\u003c\/em\u003e on a 100 lb rack and is short enough to park anywhere. The Flux carries \u003cem\u003epeople\u003c\/em\u003e on a 180 lb deck and is a foot longer for it. If you only ever carry bags, two Runabout 2s would serve you better and cost less.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhich one suits a shorter rider?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Runabout 2, on paper — 13.8 inches of standover is the lowest we sell. Both are step-through, so neither asks you to swing a leg over a loaded frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I choose different colours for each bike?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe selector above sets the Runabout 2's colour. Tell us in the order notes if you have a preference for the Flux and we will confirm availability before dispatch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I return just one of the two?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eTalk to us before you send anything back. A pack is priced as a pair, so returning one bike changes the price of the other — we will tell you exactly where you stand before you post it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDo I need anything else on day one?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eA floor pump with a gauge, a proper lock for each bike, and a helmet each. If you plan to carry a passenger on the Flux, add the seat pad and the footboards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-legal\"\u003eRange, speed and payload figures are the manufacturer's published specifications, measured under their test conditions. Your results will differ with rider weight, load, terrain, tyre pressure, temperature and assist level. Roots Rider is operated by GHRAM LLC, Wyoming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Roots Rider","offers":[{"title":"Pink","offer_id":55267818832214,"sku":null,"price":2299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cream","offer_id":55267818897750,"sku":null,"price":2299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black","offer_id":55267818963286,"sku":null,"price":2299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue","offer_id":55267819028822,"sku":null,"price":2299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/6841\/4806\/files\/pack-flux-runabout-2.png?v=1789339272"},{"product_id":"flux-rebel-2","title":"Flux + Rebel.2","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-lead\"\u003eTwo bikes, one order, one delivery. The \u003cstrong\u003eFlux\u003c\/strong\u003e is the long-tail cargo bike that carries the children and the shopping; the \u003cstrong\u003eRebel 2\u003c\/strong\u003e folds down to car-boot size for the commute or the caravan. Most households that buy two bikes do not need two of the same bike — they need one that carries and one that packs away. That is this pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rr-pd-box\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne \u003ca href=\"\/products\/flux\"\u003eFlux\u003c\/a\u003e long-tail cargo electric bike, with its 48V Samsung battery and charger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rebel-2\"\u003eRebel 2\u003c\/a\u003e folding electric bike, with its 48V 15Ah battery and charger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeys for both battery locks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePedals, wheels and handlebar hardware for both, and the tools to fit them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManuals and certification paperwork for both bikes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-note\"\u003eThe two bikes ship together as one order. They are full-size machines in large cartons — make sure someone is there to take the delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow the two compare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"rr-pd-spec\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlux\u003c\/strong\u003e — carries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRebel 2\u003c\/strong\u003e — folds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMotor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750W hub, 1200W peak\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750W hub\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBattery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e720Wh, or 1200Wh option\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e720Wh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClaimed range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 55 miles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 60 miles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTop speed\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 28 mph\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 28 mph\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTotal payload\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e440 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCarries a passenger\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — 180 lb rear deck\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFolds\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFrame\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStep-through long-tail, 72 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStep-through folding, 20 in wheels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-note\"\u003eFull specifications, photographs and owner reviews for each bike are on its own page: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/flux\"\u003eFlux\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rebel-2\"\u003eRebel 2\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich one does what\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-two\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-yes\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Flux does the carrying\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe school run with one or two children on the rear deck.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA full week of shopping, strapped to the deck or in the baskets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn adult passenger, with the seat pad and the fold-out footboards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnything you would otherwise take the car for over a short distance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-no\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Rebel 2 does the packing away\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFolds into a car boot, so the ride starts where the parking ends.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits a caravan, a boat locker or the corner of a small flat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteps through as well, so it is easy to get on and off in work clothes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight enough to lift into a vehicle, which the Flux is not.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing your colours\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colour selector on this page chooses the finish of the \u003cstrong\u003eRebel 2\u003c\/strong\u003e: Wild Green, Red, Yellow or Turquoise. If you would like a particular finish on the Flux as well, tell us when you order and we will confirm what is in stock before anything is dispatched.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-note\"\u003eThe photograph on this page is the manufacturer's product shot of the pair. The Flux finishes we currently sell are Nebula and Grey — see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/flux\"\u003eFlux page\u003c\/a\u003e for both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eQuestions about the two-bike order\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDo both bikes arrive at the same time?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. It is one order, one dispatch and one delivery, from our California warehouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I choose different colours for each bike?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe selector above sets the Rebel 2's colour. Tell us in the order notes if you have a preference for the Flux and we will confirm availability before dispatch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs the warranty the same as buying them separately?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Each bike carries the same two-year manufacturer warranty on frame, motor, battery and controller as it does on its own page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I return just one of the two?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eTalk to us before you send anything back. A pack is priced as a pair, so returning one bike changes the price of the other — we will tell you exactly where you stand before you post it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDo I need anything else on day one?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eA floor pump with a gauge, a proper lock for each bike, and a helmet each. If you plan to carry a passenger on the Flux, add the seat pad and the footboards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWould two of the same bike suit us better?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnly if you both ride alone and never carry anything. If one of you does the school run and the other commutes, this pair covers both jobs; two folding bikes cover one of them twice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-legal\"\u003eRange, speed and payload figures are the manufacturer's published specifications, measured under their test conditions. Your results will differ with rider weight, load, terrain, tyre pressure, temperature and assist level. Roots Rider is operated by GHRAM LLC, Wyoming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Roots Rider","offers":[{"title":"Wild green","offer_id":55267819389270,"sku":null,"price":2199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red","offer_id":55267819454806,"sku":null,"price":2199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yellow","offer_id":55267819520342,"sku":null,"price":2199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Turquoise","offer_id":55267819585878,"sku":null,"price":2199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/6841\/4806\/files\/pack-flux-rebel-2.png?v=1789339272"},{"product_id":"flux","title":"Flux","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-lead\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRoots Rider Flux\u003c\/strong\u003e is a long-tail cargo electric bike: a step-through frame with an extended rear deck built to carry people, not just bags. Total capacity is 440 lb, of which 180 lb sits on the rear deck — enough for two children on the bench, or one adult passenger. At 72 inches long it parks like a normal bike, and the 20 x 2.4 in tyres keep it manageable in traffic. It is the bike we recommend when the answer to \"could you take the kids?\" has to be yes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFlux specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"rr-pd-spec\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMotor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750W rear hub, 1200W peak output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBattery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48V Samsung Li-ion, removable and lockable — 15Ah (720Wh) or 25Ah (1200Wh)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClaimed range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 55 miles on the 15Ah battery, pedal assist, manufacturer test conditions. The 25Ah carries two thirds more energy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCharge time\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 to 6 hours from empty on the supplied charger\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTop speed\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 to 28 mph — Class 2 and Class 3 selectable by the rider\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRear deck capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e180 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTotal payload\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e440 lb, rider plus passengers plus cargo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFrame\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6061 aluminium alloy, step-through long-tail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFront fork\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuspension fork\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrakes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront and rear hydraulic disc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTransmission\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSHIMANO 7-speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTyres\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 x 2.4 in, anti-puncture with reflective sidewall strip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDisplay\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSaddle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeather with mechanical spring suspension\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e99 lb with the battery fitted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e72 in. Handlebar height adjusts from 41.3 to 46 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRider height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 ft 11 in to 6 ft 2 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColours\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNebula (deep blue) and Grey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIncluded\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront and rear fenders, front and rear lights, rear rack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAssembly\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArrives largely assembled, tools included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-split\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/6841\/4806\/files\/rr-desc-flux-a.png?width=1400\" alt=\"Roots Rider Flux cargo electric bike rear deck fitted with a passenger seat, backrest and wooden footboards\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe deck is the whole point\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost e-bikes that claim to carry a passenger are ordinary bikes with a rack bolted on afterwards, rated for 25 to 55 lb. The Flux is a long-tail: the deck is part of the frame, it runs the length of the rear wheel, and it is rated for 180 lb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is the difference between carrying a child and carrying two children, or an adult. The wooden footboards fold out on both sides so a passenger has somewhere to put their feet — riding with legs dangling near a spinning wheel is how people get hurt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat the rear deck actually carries\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-note\"\u003eThe 180 lb figure is the deck alone. The 440 lb total payload is everything the bike carries at once: you, your passengers, and whatever is in the baskets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-fig\"\u003e\n\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 860 260\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Diagram of what the Flux rear deck can carry within its 180 lb rating and 440 lb total payload\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003cstyle\u003e.fx-l{fill:none;stroke:#f4f1ea;stroke-width:3.5;stroke-linecap:round;stroke-linejoin:round}.fx-w{fill:none;stroke:#8f8b85;stroke-width:3}.fx-a{fill:none;stroke:#ff9d00;stroke-width:3.5;stroke-linecap:round}.fx-box{fill:none;stroke:#ff9d00;stroke-width:2.5}.fx-t{fill:#f4f1ea;font:600 13px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}.fx-s{fill:#8f8b85;font:400 12px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}.fx-o{fill:#ff9d00;font:800 13px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}.fx-d{fill:none;stroke:#ff9d00;stroke-width:1.5;stroke-dasharray:5 4}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ccircle cx=\"140\" cy=\"180\" r=\"44\" class=\"fx-w\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"452\" cy=\"180\" r=\"44\" class=\"fx-w\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\n\u003cpath d=\"M452 180 L340 178 L288 178\" class=\"fx-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\n\u003cpath d=\"M288 178 L236 198 L186 198 L140 180\" class=\"fx-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\n\u003cpath d=\"M288 178 L306 106\" class=\"fx-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M306 106 L252 106\" class=\"fx-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\n\u003cpath d=\"M140 180 L184 88 L200 88\" class=\"fx-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\n\u003cpath d=\"M330 176 L338 122 L468 122 L468 180\" class=\"fx-a\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\n\u003cpath d=\"M338 140 L468 140\" class=\"fx-d\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\n\u003crect x=\"352\" y=\"62\" width=\"112\" height=\"50\" rx=\"4\" class=\"fx-box\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\n\u003ctext x=\"362\" y=\"93\" class=\"fx-o\"\u003e180 lb\u003c\/text\u003e\n\u003ctext x=\"322\" y=\"248\" class=\"fx-o\"\u003elong-tail deck, 72 in overall\u003c\/text\u003e\n\u003cpath d=\"M338 214 L468 214 M338 208 L338 222 M468 208 L468 222\" class=\"fx-d\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\n\u003ctext x=\"530\" y=\"70\" class=\"fx-t\"\u003eThe deck takes, on the frame itself:\u003c\/text\u003e\n\u003ctext x=\"530\" y=\"98\" class=\"fx-s\"\u003e• two children on the bench, with footboards\u003c\/text\u003e\n\u003ctext x=\"530\" y=\"122\" class=\"fx-s\"\u003e• one adult passenger with backrest\u003c\/text\u003e\n\u003ctext x=\"530\" y=\"146\" class=\"fx-s\"\u003e• a rear basket with bag, or a caboose rail\u003c\/text\u003e\n\u003ctext x=\"530\" y=\"170\" class=\"fx-s\"\u003e• the shopping, strapped down\u003c\/text\u003e\n\u003ctext x=\"530\" y=\"200\" class=\"fx-t\"\u003e440 lb total, everything included.\u003c\/text\u003e\n\u003ctext x=\"530\" y=\"226\" class=\"fx-s\"\u003eRider, passengers and cargo together.\u003c\/text\u003e\n\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-split rr-pd-split--rev\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/6841\/4806\/files\/rr-desc-flux-b.png?width=1400\" alt=\"Frame bag and wooden footboard on the Roots Rider Flux cargo electric bike\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTwo batteries, one decision to make\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Flux comes with a 15Ah battery (720Wh) or a 25Ah battery (1200Wh). Everything else about the bike is identical — same motor, same frame, same deck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake the 15Ah if your rides are the school run and the shops: 55 miles is far more than a week of that. Take the 25Ah if you carry a passenger most days, ride hills, or would rather charge once a week than twice. A loaded cargo bike uses noticeably more energy than an empty one, and that is exactly when the bigger pack earns its keep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho the Flux is for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-two\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-yes\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy it if\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need to carry children, a passenger, or a full shop — regularly, not occasionally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want the carrying deck built into the frame rather than bolted on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want to step through the frame instead of swinging a leg over a loaded bike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou would use it instead of a second car for short trips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-no\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLook elsewhere if\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need it to fold — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rebel-2\"\u003eRebel 2\u003c\/a\u003e folds and also steps through.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou carry only bags, never people — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/runabout-2\"\u003eRunabout 2\u003c\/a\u003e is shorter and easier to park.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou ride rough ground — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cougar\"\u003eCougar\u003c\/a\u003e has front and rear suspension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want maximum range — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cheetah-2-pro\"\u003eCheetah 2 Pro\u003c\/a\u003e carries 1440Wh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIn the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rr-pd-box\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlux cargo electric bike, largely assembled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e48V Samsung battery in the capacity you chose, and its charger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo keys for the battery lock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront and rear fenders, front and rear lights, rear rack — all fitted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePedals, front wheel, handlebar hardware and the tools to fit them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManual and certification paperwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-note\"\u003eThe passenger seat pad, backrest, handlebar for a passenger, front basket, rear basket with bag and the caboose rail are sold separately. If you plan to carry someone on the first ride, fit the seat pad and the footboards before you set off, not at the roadside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFlux questions, answered\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan the Flux really carry two children?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, within the limits: 180 lb on the rear deck and 440 lb total including you. Two children on the bench with the seat pad and the fold-out footboards is the normal set-up. Check your local rules first — carrying passengers on an electric bike is not permitted everywhere, and where it is there are usually conditions on age and footrests.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow far does it go on one charge?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eUp to 55 miles on the 15Ah battery under the manufacturer's test conditions. Loaded with a passenger and riding hills, plan on considerably less — a cargo bike carrying 150 lb of passengers uses far more energy than an empty one. The 25Ah battery holds two thirds more energy for the same weight of riding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the difference between the 15Ah and the 25Ah?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnly the battery. 720Wh against 1200Wh, on the same motor, frame and deck. The 25Ah is the one to take if you carry a passenger most days or would rather charge once a week.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs it Class 2 or Class 3?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth — you select it. Class 2 tops out at 20 mph with a throttle; Class 3 goes to 28 mph on pedal assist. Set it to whatever your local law and your route allow. Many places that permit Class 2 on shared paths do not permit Class 3.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow long is it, and will it fit in my garage?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003e72 inches, which is about a foot longer than a normal bike. It stands on its own kickstand and does not need more width, only more length. Measure before you buy if you park in a narrow hallway.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan shorter riders manage it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe frame suits riders from 4 ft 11 in to 6 ft 2 in, and the handlebar adjusts through nearly five inches of height. The step-through frame means you never have to lift a leg over a loaded bike. It weighs 99 lb though, so it is not a bike you carry up stairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes it fold?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The Flux is a rigid long-tail frame, which is what allows the 180 lb deck rating. If you need a fold, look at the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rebel-2\"\u003eRebel 2\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I buy it with a second bike?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/flux-rebel-2\"\u003eFlux with the Rebel 2\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/flux-runabout-2\"\u003eFlux with the Runabout 2\u003c\/a\u003e ship as one order, at a lower price than buying the two separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-legal\"\u003eRange, speed and payload figures are the manufacturer's published specifications, measured under their test conditions. Your results will differ with rider weight, load, terrain, tyre pressure, temperature and assist level. Roots Rider is operated by GHRAM LLC, Wyoming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Roots Rider","offers":[{"title":"Nebula \/ 15Ah","offer_id":55268175741270,"sku":null,"price":1599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Nebula \/ 25Ah","offer_id":55268175774038,"sku":null,"price":1699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Grey \/ 15Ah","offer_id":55268175872342,"sku":null,"price":1599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Grey \/ 25Ah","offer_id":55268175905110,"sku":null,"price":1699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/6841\/4806\/files\/5_9c8c3f4f-8625-428e-a27f-9a8c584df1a8.png?v=1788906059"}],"url":"https:\/\/rootsrider.com\/collections\/e-bikes\/cat-family.oembed","provider":"ROOTS RIDER","version":"1.0","type":"link"}