[Deal du Jour] With the good weather returning, the desire to (re)ride your bike is stronger and stronger. Ideal for everyday trips, the Riverside 500 E all-road electric bike from Decathlon is a good model, especially when it goes under €1,000.
What is the promotion on this Decathlon electric bike?
The Decathlon Riverside 500 E all-terrain is usually sold for €1,299 on the Decathlon website. It is currently priced at €999.
Note that if you buy an electrically assisted bicycle, you will be able, under certain conditions, to benefit from state aid in order to lower the price of your VAE a little further. You will find all the information on the page dedicated to the conversion bonus.
Also don’t forget to check out our guide to the best electric bikes of 2024, to compare this Riverside 500 E to other models.
What is this electric assist bike from Decathlon?
The Riverside 500 E is a very good quality electric bike, which comes in four sizes, S, M, L and XL. In terms of design, the Decathlon VAE is classic. With a weight of almost 23 kg, battery included, the unit is easy to handle and pleasant to drive, with a comfortable upright position. Decathlon also offers a model perfectly suited to the city, but also to less stable country roads. The Ergofit Trekking 500 saddle helps keep your back straight and offers a comfortable seat, even if journeys on rough roads will be less relaxing.
The Riverside 500 E’s 250W brushless motor is designed for everyday commuting. Its torque of 42 Nm allows sufficient assistance on hills or on unpaved paths. The motor is located in the crankset and the feeling of fluidity felt while driving is pleasant, especially since the motorization is perfectly silent. Despite some somewhat harsh braking, the hydraulic disc brakes are precise and provide a good feeling of security. This feeling is reinforced by good general ergonomics, particularly at the handlebar level.
Is this Decathlon VAE worth it at this price?
It’s a very good deal at less than €1,000, especially since state aid will bring the price down further. The Riverside 500 E offers several driving modes to best adapt engine power to the road and conditions. Apart from Walk mode and mode 0, which deactivates assistance, there are three different modes, which go up to 25 km/h. Mode 1 allows gentle assistance, sufficient to make you forget the weight of the bike, while that mode 2 offers moderate assistance. Mode 3 is required for the most difficult climbs, at the cost of battery.
In terms of autonomy, count on 90 km with mode 1, 80 km in mode 2, and only 50 km with the most powerful mode. Allow approximately 4 hours of charging to recover 100% battery.
For further
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