{"id":572736,"date":"2023-05-02T16:00:59","date_gmt":"2023-05-02T13:00:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.buradabiliyorum.com\/a-stealthy-comfy-ride-review-geek\/"},"modified":"2023-05-02T16:00:59","modified_gmt":"2023-05-02T13:00:59","slug":"a-stealthy-comfy-ride-review-geek","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/a-stealthy-comfy-ride-review-geek\/","title":{"rendered":"#A Stealthy &#038; Comfy Ride \u2013 Review Geek"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a25e77b2681d\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a25e77b2681d\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/a-stealthy-comfy-ride-review-geek\/#Heres_What_We_Like\" >Here&#8217;s What We Like<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/a-stealthy-comfy-ride-review-geek\/#And_What_We_Dont\" >And What We Don&#8217;t<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/a-stealthy-comfy-ride-review-geek\/#Unboxing_Assembly\" >Unboxing &amp; Assembly<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/a-stealthy-comfy-ride-review-geek\/#Riding_the_Thunder_1_ST\" >Riding the Thunder 1 ST<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/a-stealthy-comfy-ride-review-geek\/#Apple_Find_My_Support\" >Apple Find My Support<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/a-stealthy-comfy-ride-review-geek\/#Battery_Life_Range_Charging\" >Battery Life, Range, &amp; Charging<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/a-stealthy-comfy-ride-review-geek\/#Is_the_Velotric_Thunder_1_ST_Worth_Buying\" >Is the Velotric Thunder 1 ST Worth Buying?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/a-stealthy-comfy-ride-review-geek\/#Heres_What_We_Like-2\" >Here\u2019s What We Like<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/a-stealthy-comfy-ride-review-geek\/#And_What_We_Dont-2\" >And What We Don&#8217;t<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<div id=\"article-content-area\">\n<div class=\"single-review-card\">\n<div class=\"review-card-heading\" style=\"\">\n<div class=\"rating\" style=\"\">Rating:<br \/>\n<strong>8\/10<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong class=\"more-info-hover\" data-nosnippet=\"\">?<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong class=\"rating-info\" data-nosnippet=\"\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 &#8211; Absolute Hot Garbage<\/li>\n<li>2 &#8211; Sorta Lukewarm Garbage<\/li>\n<li>3 &#8211; Strongly Flawed Design<\/li>\n<li>4 &#8211; Some Pros, Lots Of Cons<\/li>\n<li>5 &#8211; Acceptably Imperfect<\/li>\n<li>6 &#8211; Good Enough to Buy On Sale<\/li>\n<li>7 &#8211; Great, But Not Best-In-Class<\/li>\n<li>8 &#8211; Fantastic, with Some Footnotes<\/li>\n<li>9 &#8211; Shut Up And Take My Money<\/li>\n<li>10 &#8211; Absolute Design Nirvana<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/strong>\n<\/div>\n<p>Price: <strong>$1,499<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"type:primaryImage wp-image-152113 size-full\" data-pagespeed-no-defer=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p-badge\/152113\/cc0b5ffa215990c3cfed700e5b687870.png?width=1200\" alt=\"Velotric Thunder 1 ST ebike review.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-credittext=\"Cory Gunther \/ Review Geek\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"type:primaryImage imagecredit\">Cory Gunther \/ Review Geek<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If you want to buy an ebike that doesn\u2019t look like every other electric bike, or like one at all, yet enjoy modern smarts like <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/download-scripts-themes-apps\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"9\" title=\"Download Scripts &amp; Themes &amp; Apps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">App<\/a>le\u2019s Find My network, you\u2019ll want to consider the stylish new Velotric Thunder 1 and <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/redirect.viglink.com\/?key=14d03d76e0a6285761e58439513dfd19&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.velotricbike.com%2Fproducts%2Fvelotric-thunder-1-st-ebike%3Fvariant%3D41729524039863&amp;cuid=xid:{xid}&amp;___trxnet=vg\">Thunder 1 ST<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Most ebikes look the same, with bulky and heavy designs, large tubes attempting to hide the battery, fat tires, wires everywhere, and big confusing displays. Velotric\u2019s new Thunder 1 took a more traditional approach. It\u2019s sleek, lightweight (for an ebike), and hides all the wires and battery bits that help you power up a hill.<\/p>\n<p>The Velotric Thunder 1 ST is still an extremely capable ebike with features like hydraulic disc brakes, plenty of power, and a new torque sensor for a smoother ride. Plus,\u00a0<span class=\"\">Apple\u2019s Find My Network<\/span>\u00a0will help you track it down if someone pedals off with your bike. You get all of that for only $1,499, and after riding one for the last few months, here\u2019s what you need to know.<\/p>\n<div class=\"review-card-body-inline fullwidth\">\n<div class=\"text\">\n<div class=\"pros\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Heres_What_We_Like\"><\/span>Here&#8217;s What We Like<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Incredibly light for an ebike<\/li>\n<li>Traditional design that hides everything<\/li>\n<li>Smooth performance<\/li>\n<li>Plenty of power<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cons\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"And_What_We_Dont\"><\/span>And What We Don&#8217;t<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>No LCD display<\/li>\n<li>You have to stick their mount on your phone<\/li>\n<li>Pedal assist level LED is hard to see outdoors<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"reviews-blurb\">Review Geek&#8217;s expert reviewers go hands-on with each product we review. We put every piece of hardware through hours of testing in the real world and run them through benchmarks in our lab. We never accept payment to endorse or review a product and never aggregate other people\u2019s reviews. Read more &gt;&gt;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Unboxing_Assembly\"><\/span>Unboxing &amp; Assembly<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-152114\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2023\/04\/41b7dcd1.jpg\" alt=\"Velotric Thunder 1 ST box and tools.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">Cory Gunther \/ Review Geek<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"greybox_callout\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Motor:<\/strong>\u00a0350W Motor (600W Peak) with 35 Nm torque<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tires:<\/strong>\u00a027\u2033 (700\u00d740c) puncture-resistant ebike road tires (fenders not included)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lighting:<\/strong>\u00a0Included wired add-on headlight (and battery-powered tail light)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Weight:<\/strong>\u00a036lbs and 330lb max riding load<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rating:<\/strong>\u00a0IPX6 water-resistance<\/li>\n<li><strong>Colors:<\/strong>\u00a0Orange Lava or Tan Sand<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>Like any direct-to-consumer ebike, be prepared for a large box on your doorstep. Thankfully, this is one of the lightest ebikes I\u2019ve tried to date, weighing only 36 lbs, so the box is pretty easy to slide into the garage.<\/p>\n<p>For comparison, the massive fat-tire Velotric Nomad 1 we reviewed is over 70 lbs, and most ebikes typically <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/148842\/why-electric-bikes-are-so-heavy\/\">weigh upwards of 50+ lbs. Pulling the Thunder 1 ST out of the box is refreshingly easy, as is putting it together.<\/p>\n<p>Yes, you\u2019ll need to do some assembly, but that\u2019s only one bolt for the front tire, screwing on the pedals, dropping the seat in, and adjusting the handlebars. Compared to other electric bikes on the market, this is hands-down one of the easiest to \u201cassemble,\u201d and I\u2019d barely call it that. It\u2019s easy enough that anyone can do it.<\/p>\n<p>As you can see above, there\u2019s a smaller box inside the package with all the tools you\u2019ll need, some instructions and the charger. This bike doesn\u2019t have an LCD screen, which is a bit of a bummer, but that\u2019s also one less thing to plug in and install. The entire process shouldn\u2019t take you more than 15-20 minutes. Make sure the battery is charged and hit the pavement.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Riding_the_Thunder_1_ST\"><\/span>Riding the Thunder 1 ST<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-152112\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2023\/04\/700ffab8.jpg\" alt=\"Velotric Thunder 1 ST ebike ride in the desert park.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">Cory Gunther \/ Review Geek<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"greybox_callout\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Speed:<\/strong>\u00a020MPH top speed (unlockable to 25+)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Power:<\/strong>\u00a05-level pedal assist, walk mode, no throttle<\/li>\n<li><strong>Components:<\/strong>\u00a0Shimano 8-speed<\/li>\n<li><strong>Brakes:<\/strong>\u00a0160mm Tektro hydraulic disc brakes (front and rear)<\/li>\n<li><strong>LCD Display:<\/strong> None<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>First things first, this is a <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/134899\/what-the-different-electric-bike-classes-mean\/\">Class 1 ebike, meaning there\u2019s no throttle. Instead, it uses Velotric\u2019s all-new E35 drive system and torque sensor. But what does that mean? A torque sensor measures how hard you pedal to determine how much electric power it sends to the motor. This results in an extremely smooth, safe, and enjoyable ride.<\/p>\n<p>Many cheaper ebikes have a cadence sensor that\u2019s basically a magnet to sense when you pedal. As you do, it engages the motor and only stops sending power when you stop pedaling. This often delivers a jerky experience as the electric motor kicks on and off.<\/p>\n<p>The Velotric Thunder 1 ST\u2019s torque sensor is incredibly smooth to the point that you almost don\u2019t feel it at all. It\u2019s gentle, easy, and the more you pedal, the faster the bike goes. It\u2019s pretty impressive.<\/p>\n<p>With the slightly bigger <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/redirect.viglink.com\/?key=14d03d76e0a6285761e58439513dfd19&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.velotricbike.com%2Fproducts%2Fvelotric-thunder-1-ebike%3Fvariant%3D41729522794679&amp;cuid=xid:{xid}&amp;___trxnet=vg\">Thunder 1<\/a> (with app support and GPS) and the Thunder 1 ST reviewed here, you\u2019re getting a sleek road bike. It\u2019s great for riding on the road or a paved trail, but it\u2019s not an off-road bike. The tires are skinny, and there\u2019s no suspension. That\u2019s not a bad thing, as this is a road bike, and the style you buy depends on your wants and needs.<\/p>\n<p>So, how does it ride? Some ebikes have so much power that it doesn\u2019t even feel like you get any exercise, especially if you use the throttle. That\u2019s not the case with the Thunder 1 ST. Instead, it never feels like the motor is doing all the work. You\u2019ll have to pedal to keep the motor engaged. Again, that\u2019s all about preference, and I loved feeling like I got a little workout in after each ride.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-152108\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2023\/04\/940c4fdc.jpg\" alt=\"Velotric Thunder 1 ST ebike power button and LEDs\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">Cory Gunther \/ Review Geek<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The on\/off switch is located along the bike\u2019s top tube, and it takes more than a few seconds of holding it down to power it on. This is different from most bikes, where it\u2019s on the handlebars. Around that button is an LED ring light that displays five different colors for each pedal assist level. In total, there are five different levels that adjust how much the motor helps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Eco:<\/strong> 10 mph (while pedaling)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tour:<\/strong> 12 mph<\/li>\n<li><strong>Normal:<\/strong> 15 mph<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sport:<\/strong> 17 mph<\/li>\n<li><strong>Turbo:<\/strong> 20 mph<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>My only two complaints about the Thunder 1 ST are how hard it is to see (and remember) the different colored LEDs for what level pedal-assist is in use and the lack of a screen. Most bikes have a screen to display top speed, battery life, calories, mileage, etc., but this doesn\u2019t.\u00a0Thankfully, when you can\u2019t see the LED ring, you can easily use the thumb control to switch between assist levels.<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019d love an LCD screen for a bike in this price range. In fact, this is the only ebike I\u2019ve tried or owned that doesn\u2019t have a screen of some sort. There is a mount for your phone, but currently, the Velotric app only supports one bike (the <span class=\"\">Thunder 1<\/span>,) so there\u2019s no easy way to track your speeds or distance on the Thunder 1 ST. This was likely to keep costs down and add Apple\u2019s Find My support, but for a road bike, I feel like mileage and speed information is essential.<\/p>\n<p>You can always get a Garmin bike computer\u00a0for that stuff or track mileage with a smartwatch. Plus, with a range of around 52 miles per charge, running out of battery on a casual weekend ride shouldn\u2019t be much of a concern.<\/p>\n<p>Overall, the Velotric Thunder 1 ST is exceptionally smooth, comfortable, and easy to ride. A beginner could enjoy all it has to offer with no problems. The high-end hydraulic disc brakes worked great, and I always felt in total control of the bike.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Apple_Find_My_Support\"><\/span>Apple Find My Support<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-152133\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2023\/04\/9d4f0a51.jpg\" alt=\"Velotric Thunder 1 ST ebike unboxing.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">Cory Gunther \/ Review Geek<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Velotric\u2019s new Thunder 1 ST is one of only a handful of ebikes with <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/105601\/apples-find-my-network-is-the-best-reason-to-buy-an-iphone\/\">Apple Find My support. And while it doesn\u2019t have GPS and a companion app like the more expensive Thunder 1 sibling, you can easily pair it to your iPhone and track it in case of loss or theft.<\/p>\n<p>Anyone with an iPhone should be familiar with Find My. For those who aren\u2019t, it\u2019s a crowdsourced network that uses every iPhone, iPad, iPod, AirPods, and millions of devices to create a tracking network (anonymously) over Bluetooth.<\/p>\n<p>If any nearby Apple device spots another, it\u2019ll be in the Find My network. You can easily search for and find your Thunder 1 ST, add it to <span class=\"\">Find My<\/span>, and track its location 24\/7. This is amazingly helpful if someone steals your bike, and it\u2019ll even alert your phone if you accidentally leave it behind.<\/p>\n<p>The Apple Find My network is end-to-end encrypted for privacy, all while being extremely accurate with locating devices. I could easily see where my Fiance was on her bike ride, and it would be equally simple for law enforcement to track down a stolen ebike.<\/p>\n<p>You can add the <span class=\"\">Thunder 1 ST<\/span> to Find My in a matter of minutes, name it, change the icon, switch tracking on\/off on your phone, or even set the bike to transmit a noise if it\u2019s lost. It\u2019s not very loud, mind you, but at least it\u2019s an option. You can also lock the bike if it\u2019s stolen, making the electric bits useless to a thief. Alternatively, if you want a slightly bigger bike, the <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/redirect.viglink.com\/?key=14d03d76e0a6285761e58439513dfd19&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.velotricbike.com%2Fproducts%2Fvelotric-thunder-1-ebike%3Fvariant%3D41729522794679&amp;cuid=xid:{xid}&amp;___trxnet=vg\">regular Thunder 1<\/a> has GPS and a companion app for $300 more.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Battery_Life_Range_Charging\"><\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" name=\"autotoc_anchor_3\">Battery Life, Range, &amp; Charging<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-152107\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2023\/04\/6325d946.jpg\" alt=\"Velotric Thunder 1 ST pedal assist level LED is hard to see.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">Cory Gunther \/ Review Geek<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"greybox_callout\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Battery:<\/strong> 352Wh (36V), 9.8A Samsung cells (user replaceable)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Range:\u00a0<\/strong>Up to 52 miles per charge<\/li>\n<li><strong>Charging:<\/strong>\u00a00-80% in four hours (under six hours for full 100%)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Charger:<\/strong> Fast 36V 2.0 amp charger included<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>Battery life and range will vary depending on multiple factors, including rider weight, pedal assist levels, wind, and road conditions. Thankfully, the bike seems more than capable enough to go 50 miles on a single charge.<\/p>\n<p>Last weekend I went on two 10-mile rides throughout town. For most of it, I used the two highest pedal-assist levels and enjoyed high speeds, and I still had 3\/4 bars remaining. I expected a bit less, so that was a welcomed surprise. However, there\u2019s no screen showing an exact percentage, only the four white LEDs on the top tube.<\/p>\n<p>Charging back to 100% took under three hours, and I was ready for my next adventure, a 13-mile loop at night with some friends. Again, battery life was never a concern. Unlocking the faster 25mph mode (which may not be legal in your state or region) didn\u2019t seem to change the battery life, and my results were nothing less than stellar.<\/p>\n<p>Being able to ride for days without worrying about battery life makes the Velotric Thunder 1 ST an excellent bike for those who want to worry about where to ride\u2014not whether or not they remembered to charge their bike.<\/p>\n<p>And yes, for those curious, there\u2019s an opening on the bottom to access the user-replaceable battery pack if needed.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_the_Velotric_Thunder_1_ST_Worth_Buying\"><\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" name=\"autotoc_anchor_4\">Is the Velotric Thunder 1 ST Worth Buying?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-152111\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2023\/04\/676042df.jpg\" alt=\"Velotric Thunder 1 logo and class rating\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">Cory Gunther \/ Review Geek<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>With a $1,499 retail price and no display, I still think the Velotric Thunder 1 ST is a <span class=\"\">solid value<\/span>, especially for someone looking for a safe and comfortable road ebike. Find My support is valuable, too, as it gives you less to worry about in the case of loss or theft. But again, this is a road bike, so make sure that\u2019s what you want.<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019d argue it\u2019s also an excellent choice for beginners, as you don\u2019t have to worry about a lengthy assembly, screens full of menus, or other nonsense. Just hop on, pedal, and enjoy the wind in your face.\u00a0I took it through the Red Rock Canyon outside Las Vegas for a scenic 13-mile loop and loved every minute. The motor helps enough to keep on pace without making it feel like I\u2019m simply riding a moped.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for a solid ebike that\u2019ll deliver a workout on the road without breaking the bank, this is for you. Look elsewhere if you want to squeeze a throttle and reach top speeds without any work.<\/p>\n<p>Honestly, it\u2019s a great middle-ground that delivers an awesome electric bike experience in a package that looks, feels, and rides closer to a regular bike.\u00a0The Velotric Thunder 1 ST doesn\u2019t aim for top speeds, the best styling, or pile on a slew of fancy features. Instead, it\u2019s a well-rounded and competent modern ebike that\u2019s an absolute blast to ride.<\/p>\n<div class=\"single-review-card border\">\n<div class=\"review-card-heading\">\n<div class=\"rating\">\nRating: <strong>8\/10<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong class=\"more-info-hover\" data-nosnippet=\"\">?<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong class=\"rating-info\" data-nosnippet=\"\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 &#8211; Absolute Hot Garbage<\/li>\n<li>2 &#8211; Sorta Lukewarm Garbage<\/li>\n<li>3 &#8211; Strongly Flawed Design<\/li>\n<li>4 &#8211; Some Pros, Lots Of Cons<\/li>\n<li>5 &#8211; Acceptably Imperfect<\/li>\n<li>6 &#8211; Good Enough to Buy On Sale<\/li>\n<li>7 &#8211; Great, But Not Best-In-Class<\/li>\n<li>8 &#8211; Fantastic, with Some Footnotes<\/li>\n<li>9 &#8211; Shut Up And Take My Money<\/li>\n<li>10 &#8211; Absolute Design Nirvana<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/strong>\n<\/div>\n<p>Price: <strong>$1,499<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"review-card-body\">\n<div class=\"text\">\n<div class=\"pros\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Heres_What_We_Like-2\"><\/span>Here\u2019s What We Like<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Incredibly light for an ebike<\/li>\n<li>Traditional design that hides everything<\/li>\n<li>Smooth performance<\/li>\n<li>Plenty of power<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cons\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"And_What_We_Dont-2\"><\/span>And What We Don&#8217;t<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>No LCD display<\/li>\n<li>You have to stick their mount on your phone<\/li>\n<li>Pedal assist level LED is hard to see outdoors<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><script>\nsetTimeout(function(){\n  !function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s)\n  {if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function(){n.callMethod?\n  n.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments)};\n  if(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;n.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version='2.0';\n  n.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0;\n  t.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0];\n  s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s)}(window, document,'script',\n  'https:\/\/connect.facebook.net\/en_US\/fbevents.js');\n  fbq('init', '1137093656460433');\n  fbq('track', 'PageView');\n  },3000);\n<\/script><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">If you liked the article, do not forget to share it with your friends. 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