Aventon Aventure 3 vs Aventon Ramblas
Quick take: The Aventon Aventure 3 costs $600 less; the Aventon Ramblas goes farther on a charge (80 vs 60 mi); the Aventon Aventure 3 has a more powerful motor (750W vs 250W).
| Spec | Aventon Aventure 3 | Aventon Ramblas |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,999 | $2,599 |
| Rating | 4.6★ (1,600) | 4.5★ (300) |
| Category | Fat Tire | Mountain |
| Class | Class 3 | Class 1 |
| Motor | 750W | 250W |
| Top Speed | 28 mph | 20 mph |
| Range | 60 mi | 80 mi |
| Battery | 733 Wh | 708 Wh |
| Max Load | 400 lbs | 300 lbs |
| Weight | 76 lbs | 54 lbs |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc | Hydraulic Disc |
| Drivetrain | 8-Speed | 12-Speed |
| Wheel Size | 26 in | 29 in |
| Throttle | Yes | No |
| Torque sensor | Yes | Yes |
| Suspension | Yes | Yes |
| Fenders | Yes | No |
| Rear rack | No | No |
| Lights | Yes | No |
| Foldable | No | No |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
Pros & cons
Aventon Aventure 3
- ✓Like the Aventure 2 before it, the Aventure 3 uses a double-sided torque sensor, making it one of the few fat-tire bikes with smooth, natural, pedal-pressure-proportional assist instead of clunky cadence-based power.
- ✓It is a full Class 3 bike that pedal-assists to 28 mph and also has a 20 mph throttle, so it is genuinely fast and versatile for both trails and road commuting.
- ✓The 26x4-inch tires plus an 80mm suspension fork make it comfortable and capable across sand, gravel, snow, and rough roads.
- ✓The 733Wh battery is large for a fat bike, delivering a real 60-ish miles in lower assist modes.
- ✓Integrated turn signals, a brake light, and a headlight make it unusually safety-forward for the fat-bike category.
- ✓Hydraulic disc brakes give strong, confident stopping power for the bike's weight and speed.
- ✓At $1,799 with a 2-year warranty it is a strong value, and reviewers repeatedly call it 'the bar-setter' for fat bikes.
- ✓Aventon's app adds ride tracking, motor tuning, and the Class 3 unlock, plus a polished overall fit and finish.
- ✗At 77 lbs it is heavy and a workout to pedal unassisted or hoist onto a car rack.
- ✗There's no rear rack included, so carrying cargo requires buying accessories.
- ✗Like other Aventon bikes, the app and account are needed to unlock full Class 3 speed, which some find an annoying gatekeep.
- ✗The coil suspension fork is adequate for light trail use but gets overwhelmed on truly aggressive off-road terrain.
- ✗The 400-lb payload is good but the bike is recreation-focused, not a dedicated cargo hauler.
- ✗Fat tires add rolling resistance and weight, so it is slower and less efficient on pavement than a slick-tired commuter.
- ✗Some owners report occasional app/ACU connectivity quirks consistent with the broader Aventon lineup.
- ✗The proprietary battery and locked ecosystem limit cheap third-party replacement options.
Aventon Ramblas
- ✓Aventon's in-house A100 mid-drive motor punches out a strong 100Nm of torque, climbing aggressively and rivaling far pricier Bosch and Specialized systems on paper.
- ✓At $2,599 it dramatically undercuts brand-name eMTBs like the Levo and Rail, bringing mid-drive trail capability to a value price.
- ✓The torque sensor gives intuitive, pedal-pressure-based power that is essential for traction on technical climbs.
- ✓It is spec'd with a RockShox 35 fork (130mm travel) and a SRAM NX 12-speed drivetrain - legitimate trail components for the money.
- ✓The 708Wh battery and efficient motor deliver an impressive claimed range of up to 80 miles for long trail days.
- ✓It comes with a 2-year warranty and Aventon's app for motor tuning and ride data.
- ✓Reviewers were impressed that a value brand could deliver this much power and range in its first eMTB.
- ✓At around 54 lbs it is competitive in weight with much more expensive full-power eMTBs.
- ✗It is a hardtail-style/front-suspension setup rather than full suspension, so it is less capable on rough, technical descents than the full-suspension Levo or Rail.
- ✗It is a Class 1, 20 mph pedal-assist bike with no throttle, purpose-built for trails.
- ✗As Aventon's first mid-drive, the long-term durability and reliability of the new A100 motor are less proven than established Bosch or Specialized systems.
- ✗Aventon's service network for mid-drive eMTBs is thinner than the dealer support behind Trek or Specialized.
- ✗The app and account requirement for tuning annoys some riders, consistent with the broader Aventon lineup.
- ✗It has no lights, rack, or fenders - it is a dedicated off-road bike.
- ✗Some reviewers note the component spec, while good for the price, is a tier below the premium eMTBs it is compared to.
- ✗The big range claims assume conservative assist; hard trail riding drains the battery much faster.