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Lectric XP4 500 vs Ride1Up Portola 02 Lite (15Ah)

Two commuter e-bikes at $995–$999, 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 Portola 02 Lite (15Ah) makes 35 Nm more torque.
  • The Portola 02 Lite (15Ah) carries 220 Wh more battery.
  • The Portola 02 Lite (15Ah) claims 10 more miles of range.
  • The Portola 02 Lite (15Ah) is 9 lb lighter.
  • The XP4 500 uses a torque sensor; the Portola 02 Lite (15Ah) uses a torque + cadence sensor.

Every spec, side by side

XP4 500Portola 02 Lite (15Ah)
Headline
Price$999$995
CategoryCommuterCommuter
Price per Wh$2.00 per Wh$1.38 per Wh
Model year20262026
Motor
Torque55 Nm90 Nm
Motor power500 W750 W
Peak power1092 W—
DriveRear hubRear hub
Motor makeLectric Stealth M24AKM
SensorTorqueTorque + cadence
Battery & range
Battery500 Wh720 Wh
Voltage48V48V
Capacity10.4 Ah15 Ah
Cells—LG 21700 (Reention Flamingo)
Removable batteryYesYes
Range (claim)50 mi60 mi
Range as statedUp to 50 miles30-60 miles (15Ah), depending on rider weight, terrain, incline and assist
Est. real range25 mi36 mi
Estimate assumes20 Wh per mile20 Wh per mile
Weight & capacity
Weight69 lb60 lb
Max load330 lb342 lb
Rack capacity150 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 rotor180 mm180 mm
Rear rotor180 mm180 mm
SuspensionHardtail (front only)Hardtail (front only)
Fork travel—100 mm
Rear travelNoneNone
Front suspensionYesYes
Suspension seatpostNoNo
Tires20 x 3.020 x 3 Arisun low-tread puncture resistant
Display3.5" TFT color, detachable, USB-C3.5" colour, iOS Find My, USB-C
Frame6000 series aluminumAluminum alloy
SizesOne size, foldingOne size, folding (4'10" to 6'4")
Step-through optionNo—
Included
LightsYesYes
FendersYesNo
RackYesNo
KickstandYes—
SafetyUL 2849UL 2849*
Safety certificationUL 2849: full systemUL 2849: most models, confirm this one
As the maker states itAll Lectric electric bikes meet the UL 2849 standard; batteries UL 2271 certifiedTUV ANSI/CAN/UL 2849 & 2271 compliant, certified through TUV for most of their inventory
Warranty1 yr1 yr
Warranty terms1 Year Warranty1-Year Warranty against manufacturing defects (brand policy)

Specs transcribed from lectricebikes.com on 09/19/2026 and ride1up.com on 09/30/2026. Manufacturers revise specs without notice: confirm before buying.

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