Ride1Up's Turris will surprise you the moment you start pedaling; the powerful 750W motor packs far more punch than you would expect from a bike of this price Ride One Up's goal was probably to pack excellent features into a value bike

However, the Turris does not feel like a value bike (ie, it rides well and is well built) It's not a perfect commuter by any means, and it has a few flaws, notably the suspension fork, but the Turris punches above its weight thanks to its smart specs, excellent motor, and comfortable riding position Definitely worth considering among budget electric bicycles

The Turris is priced at $1,295 and is available on the Ride1Up website; Ride1Up is a direct-to-consumer brand, so you won't find it at local bike stores

The Turris is available now Free shipping in the continental US Shipping to Hawaii and Alaska is $400 and to Canada is $100

Turris is built around an aluminum frame available in two designs: step-over and step-through The step-through design is suitable for shorter riders Both designs keep the rider in an upright riding position and increase comfort

The removable battery is built into the bike's downtube, but there is no need to remove the battery from the frame to recharge it; Ride1Up includes two keys in case the rider forgets to leave the key

Turris' motor is built into the rear hub, a powerful motor that delivers 750 watts and 65 Nm of torque To further adjust pedaling cadence and power, the Turris is equipped with a Shimano 7-speed drivetrain

Pedaling assist mode can be used up to 28 mph, while throttle assist cuts out at 20 mph Assist modes can be changed via a handlebar-mounted LCD display

The Turlis is equipped with a variety of useful accessories, including front and rear fenders, a 60-lux headlight, an adjustable kickstand, and wide 275 x 24-inch tires for multi-terrain riding The Turris also features a front suspension fork with 100mm travel to absorb chatter and large bumps

Notably, Turris also features Zoom hydraulic disc brakes

Ride1Up ships bikes direct, so they have to be assembled out of the box, and the Turris is certainly not straightforward My test bike had no fork installed and only one crank arm If you have never assembled a bike before, you may want to take it to a store to have it assembled correctly

Once I started pedaling, the Turris became an easy bike to enjoy The assist activates quickly when pedaling force is applied, and the assist does not activate as quickly when the throttle is depressed I was surprised at how powerful the motor was when set to a higher setting (3-5)

I immediately took the Turris up a moderately steep hill near my home to test its ability to start from a stop on an incline With the help of both throttle and pedal assist, and with the gearshift set to the easiest gear, it launched successfully However, when he tried to launch without pedal assist, the throttle jammed on its own

It was the same on the long but not very steep climb The throttle alone got me to the top, but the assist worked much more vigorously when I applied pressure to the pedals

The Turris is comfortable enough, thanks to its super soft seat, suspension fork, and wide tires However, the suspension fork feels very tightly sprung and not very plush, especially under heavy impacts Ultimately, the Turris will perform as well as a bike equipped with a rigid fork The front suspension does not offer enough of an advantage and will hinder it in the long run

I rode the Turris the day after a snowstorm It was a bit of a challenge to get the fenders properly adjusted so that they would not rub against the tires, but I am glad we have these fenders Had the fenders been a bit wider, tire rubbing could have been avoided more easily

Overall, however, the Turris is an overpriced ride It is comfortable, powerful, and generally enjoyable The wider tires allow it to handle a wide variety of road surfaces

The Turlis has a 48V, 128 Ah retention prism battery built into its downtube It uses the reliable LG cell, and Ride1Up advertises a range of 25-45 miles on a single charge, which is fairly typical for this type of commuter bike Results will vary depending on many factors, including the terrain ridden, commonly used assist modes, throttle usage, and even the weather

My first ride totaled 105 miles and I was super heavy on the throttle Most of the battery drain occurred when climbing sustained hills at full throttle

Given this performance, the Ride1Up's advertised range seems accurate

Ride1Up's website lists three additional accessories in addition to those already included with the Turris They are a front basket for $60, a rear rack for $50, and a front rack for $55

While these three accessories are exclusive to the Turris, the Ride1Up website offers other accessories, some of which can be used with any bike

At $1,199, the Propella 7S is about the same price as the Turris, making it a worthy entry-level commuter e-bike However, the Propella has narrower tires and is set up as a single speed; the Turris has more gear options and tires for multi-surface riding

Propella also offers the 9S Pro for $1,599, which has wider tires for multi-surface riding and a 9-speed drivetrain However, it has no suspension forks or throttle, and the battery is mounted externally

For the price, Ride One Up offers many great riding features in the Turris While the suspension fork feels unnecessary and intrusive, the rest of the bike is very comfortable, and the motor assist is unexpectedly powerful If you're looking for a reliable commuter bike without spending a fortune, the Turris deserves your attention