Ride1Up Vorsa Lite eBike
The Ride1Up Vorsa Lite is a stripped-down version of the Vorsa platform that shares the same motor, battery, and drivetrain as the full Vorsa at a lower entry price.
The Vorsa Lite carries a 350-pound payload capacity and weighs 61 pounds — four pounds lighter than the standard Vorsa. The primary difference from the standard Vorsa is that the Lite does not include the modular rear rack system, fenders, or fender-integrated rear brake light. Instead, it comes with a removable seat clamp tail light that is USB-C rechargeable. Riders who want to add cargo capability can do so with Connect+ accessories available separately.
Like the standard Vorsa, the Lite is powered by a 750-watt AKM hub motor with 95Nm of torque paired to a 15Ah Reention Flamingo battery with Samsung 50GB cells, giving it a range of 30-60 miles. The Ride1Up ‘most customizable PAS’ color display features iOS FindMy tracking and USB-C accessory charging, and the dual-sensor pedal assist combines Ride1Up’s Intui-Drive torque sensor with the R1CBC cadence sensor system for smooth, adaptable power delivery. The multi-class speed system allows riders to configure the bike between Class 2, Class 3, and off-road mode for speeds up to 28 mph.
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Star Union hydraulic disc brakes with 180mm front and 203mm rear rotors and electric motor cutoff provide the stopping power. Shifting is handled by a Shimano Acera 8-speed trigger shifter tied to an 11-32T cassette and 48T chainring. The Vorsa Lite rolls on 27.5 x 2.2-inch thorn-resistant tires and a 100mm coil spring suspension fork with hydraulic lockout. The multi-point adjustable stem allows for personalized handlebar positioning.
The Vorsa Lite is available in Glacier, Sage, Slate, and Snow in either a step-through or step-over frame. As of publishing, the Vorsa Lite retails for $1,295 at ride1up.com.
Ride1Up Vorsa Lite Stats:
- 750W AKM hub motor with 95Nm of torque
- 15Ah Reention Flamingo battery with Samsung 50GB cells
- Ride1Up ‘most customizable PAS’ color display with iOS FindMy tracking and USB-C accessory charging
- Star Union hydraulic disc brakes with electric motor cutoff; 203mm R, 180mm F rotors
- 27.5 x 2.2in tires with thorn protection
- Shimano Acera 8-speed trigger shifter
- 48T chainring for higher speeds
- Shimano Acera 11-32T rear cassette
- Shimano Acera 8-speed rear derailleur
- KMC E8 8-speed chain
- Left-side thumb throttle
- 100mm coil spring suspension thru-axle fork with hydraulic lockout
- 100 lux stem-integrated front light
- Removable seat clamp tail light, USB-C rechargeable
- Multi-point adjustable stem (0-60 degree, 90mm extension, 31.8mm bar clamp)
- VELO ergonomic silicone grips
- Comfort saddle
- 31.6mm x 350mm dual-bolt adjustable angle seat post
- Stainless steel 13G front / 12G rear spokes
- Front rack bosses + dual bottle cage bosses and rubber chainstay guard
- 350lb payload capacity
- Weight: 61 lbs
- UL 2849 certified
- Class 1-3 with off-road mode up to 28 mph
- 30-60 mile range
- Available in ST (5’1″–5’11”) and XR (5’5″–6’4″) frame sizes
- Available in Glacier, Sage, Slate, Snow
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