Aventon Pace 350.2 Ebike Review: The Affordable Minimalistic Go-Getter

Dušan Ranđelović

2024-04-25

eBicycles score

7.9/10

The Aventon Pace 350.2 is a lightweight, attractive, and wallet-friendly option from the California-based brand known for offering incredible value for the money.

The Pace 350.2 is a cruiser-style commuter ebike with humble electronics, class 2 performance, minimal accessories, and a refined finish.

It’s definitely not the most powerful or practical ebike out there, but it balances comfort, utility, and style well enough to become your go-to daily workhorse.

Read our Aventon Pace 350.2 review as we delve deeper to reveal the good and bad about this ebike and help you decide if it’s the right fit for your needs.

Aventon Pace 350.2 Main Specs:

• MSRP: $1,299
• Class: Class 2, 20 mph
• Motor: 350W rear hub, 36V
• Battery: 36V, 11.6 Ah (417 Wh)
• Range: 24-40 Miles Average
• Tires: 27.5 x 2.2″
• Drivetrain: 7-Speed
• Brakes: Mechanical Disc Brakes
• Weight: 49 lb
• Weight limit: 300 lb

Aventon Pace 350.2 Pros and Cons

Aventon Pace 350.2 Review: Affordable Go-Getter with Limited Power

Aventon offers a full array of ebikes, and the Pace 350.2 is an excellent option despite not being the most powerful or the best-equipped model in the lineup.

With a price of just $1,299 (frequently on sale for $1,099), it’s a logical choice for new ebike owners who are still testing the waters and trying to find out if commuter electric bikes are their cup of tea.

Those who need more power should consider its big brother, the Aventon Pace 500, which has a 500W motor and is capable of class 3 performance.

With a price of just $1,299, the Aventon Pace 350.2 is an excellent option, offering solid performance for daily commuting, errands, and leisure riding.

At 49 pounds, even though not featherweight, the Pace 350.2 is quite lightweight, making it easier to load it onto a car rack, carry it up a flight of stairs, or maneuver it in tight spaces.

Let’s find out more about its frame, components, and overall value.

Straightforward Aluminum Frame with a Rigid Fork

The Aventon Pace 350.2 is built around a minimalistic aluminum frame with a fully rigid fork and a low-step design that improves ease of use, especially for elderly riders.

The bike is available in two sizes, Regular and Large, that fit riders between 5’3″–5’10” and 5’10–6’4″, respectively. You can also get it in two attractive colors—cloud grey and midnight black.

Thanks to the upright geometry and cruiser-style sweptback handlebars, you’ll sit in a pretty upright position, which improves comfort and visibility. This is especially important for city electric bikes that are often ridden in dense urban traffic.

The only thing we dislike about the Pace 350.2 frame is the lack of water bottle mounts, as you won’t be able to attach a water bottle cage anywhere on the bike.

Luckily, at least the rear triangle has rear rack mounts, so you can carry panniers and stuff your water bottle there.

Decent Motor and Battery with Limited Power and Range

Even though the Pace 350.2 doesn’t have the most powerful motor and battery in this price range, they offer solid performance if you’re happy with class 2 speeds and you live in an area without extremely steep hills (10% and more).

The 350W geared rear hub motor is surprisingly quiet and can be operated with five PAS levels and a thumb throttle located on the left side of the handlebars.

The 417 Wh battery is not as large as we would like it to be but offers decent 24-40 miles of range per charge. This is possible thanks to the 350W motor drawing less power and the 49 lb low weight of the bike.

The 350W geared rear hub motor and the 417 Wh battery offer decent class 2 speeds and a range of 24-40 miles, adequate for areas without extremely steep hills.

But, to put things into perspective, the Ride1UP Turris costs similarly, but offers a 750W motor, class 3 performance, and a 615 Wh battery, so it’s worth considering as a more powerful alternative.

Low-Tier Components with Room for Improvement

The Aventon Pace 350.2 has pretty standard components you would expect to see on electric bikes under $1,500, there aren’t any big surprises to see here.

The drivetrain comes with an entry-level Shimano Tourney 7-speed rear derailleur which works well for recreational riding and short daily commutes, but it won’t take too much abuse if you’re riding long distances for fitness. Luckily, however, it’s operated with modern and ergonomic trigger shifters instead of grip shifters, which is a nice touch.

The bike also features mechanical disc brakes with 180 mm rotors, which is a standard choice on a $1,300 ebike. Though some competitors, such as the Ride1UP Turris and Juiced RipRacer, offer hydraulic discs, so Aventon could upgrade theirs in the future.

The 27.5″ x 2.2″ puncture-resistant tires are wide enough for use on different types of terrain, including hard-packed gravel, light dirt roads, and city streets. They also improve the comfort of your ride, considering the Pace 350.2 doesn’t have a suspension fork.

Integrated Lights and Full-Color LCD Display

The Pace 350.2 does not come with any accessories you’d expect to see on a commuter-style ebike, such as fenders and a rear rack.

However, there are some riders who don’t need these, and if you do, you can always add them separately later on as all the necessary mounts are available on the frame.

There are a few features that Aventon is becoming known for, such as the integrated rear lights and a full-color LCD display, both of which are fitted on the Pace 350.2.

The rear lights are integrated into the seat stays and also function as brake lights, no matter if your lights are on or off, whereas the headlight is handlebar-mounted and decently bright in pitch-black conditions.

Aventon is becoming known for features such as the integrated rear lights and a full-color LCD display, both fitted on the Pace 350.2, adding a touch of premium feel to this affordable ebike.

Perhaps the most premium-looking feature is the LCD display with app connectivity, showing a long array of stats and metrics, including leftover battery capacity in percentages.

Aventon Pace 350.2 vs Pace 500.3

The Aventon Pace 350.2 and Pace 500.3 ebikes are similar at first glance, but the Pace 500.3 costs $400 more, comes with more powerful electronics, and slightly better components.

The Pace 500.3 boasts a 500W rear hub motor, a 60-mile range with a 615 Wh battery, and a 28 mph top speed. Therefore, if you want a higher speed and range, it’s a better choice than the Pace 350.2.

The more expensive model also has an 8-speed Shimano Altus rear derailleur and hydraulic disc brakes, which are significant upgrades over the Pace 350.2.

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