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Heybike Hybrid vs Ride1Up Portola 02 (15Ah)

Two commuter e-bikes at $1,095–$1,699, every published spec lined up. Nothing here is estimated: a figure the manufacturer does not publish is shown as “—”.

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Where they differ

  • The Hybrid claims 40 more miles of range.
  • The Portola 02 (15Ah) costs $604 less.
  • The Hybrid carries 98 lb more total load.
  • The Portola 02 (15Ah) makes 15 Nm more torque.
  • The Hybrid carries 144 Wh more battery.

Every spec, side by side

HybridPortola 02 (15Ah)
Headline
Price$1,699$1,095
CategoryCommuterCommuter
Price per Wh$1.97 per Wh$1.52 per Wh
Model year20262026
Motor
Torque75 Nm90 Nm
Motor power750 W750 W
Peak power1200 W—
DriveRear hubRear hub
Motor makeHeybikeAKM
SensorTorque + cadenceTorque + cadence
Battery & range
Battery864 Wh720 Wh
Voltage—48V
Capacity—15 Ah
Cells—LG 21700 (Reention Flamingo)
Removable batteryYesYes
Range (claim)100 mi60 mi
Range as stated100 miles max range30-60 miles (15Ah), depending on rider weight, terrain, incline and assist
Est. real range—36 mi
Estimate assumes—20 Wh per mile
Weight & capacity
Weight—63 lb
Max load440 lb342 lb
Rack capacity66 lb150 lb
Class & speed
Ships asClass 2: throttle, assist to 20 mphClass 2: throttle, assist to 20 mph
Unlocks toClass 3Class 3
ClassClass 2–3Class 2–3
ThrottleYesYes
Top assisted speed28 mph28 mph
Build
Gears8-speed8-speed
DrivetrainShimano AltusShimano Altus (11-32T)
BrakesHydraulic discHydraulic disc
Front rotor—180 mm
Rear rotor—180 mm
Suspension—Hardtail (front only)
Fork travel—100 mm
Rear travelNoneNone
Front suspension—Yes
Suspension seatpost—No
Tires27.5 x 2.420 x 3 Arisun low-tread puncture resistant
Display—3.5" colour, iOS Find My, USB-C
Frame—Aluminum alloy
Sizes—One size, folding (4'10" to 6'4")
Included
LightsYesYes
Fenders—Yes
RackYesYes
SafetyUL 2849*UL 2849*
Safety certificationUL 2849: most models, confirm this oneUL 2849: most models, confirm this one
As the maker states it"UL 2849 Safety Standards" on some models and "In accordance with UL 2849" on others, which is not the same claimTUV ANSI/CAN/UL 2849 & 2271 compliant, certified through TUV for most of their inventory
Warranty2 yr1 yr
Warranty terms—1-Year Warranty against manufacturing defects (brand policy)

Specs transcribed from www.heybike.com on 09/22/2026 and ride1up.com on 09/30/2026. Manufacturers revise specs without notice: confirm before buying.

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