Biktrix Swift CVT 2 vs Aventon Aventure M
Two commuter e-bikes at a similar price, compared on the same normalized specs. Both scored by us, both reviewed in full.
The verdict
They score identically on Genius and sit $100 apart, so this comes down to whether you value torque and Class 3 speed (Swift CVT 2) or range and fat-tire versatility (Aventure M) more.
Buy the Biktrix Swift CVT 2
Buy the Swift CVT 2 if you want more shove on hills (120 Nm vs 100), a Class 3 top-assist speed, and a belt-driven CVT that never needs shifting or a chain — it's also the lighter, cheaper bike of the two.
Buy the Aventon Aventure M
Buy the Aventure M if you want the longer claimed range, 4-inch fat tires for stability on sand, gravel, or snow, and a conventional Shimano Cues drivetrain that any shop can service, and you don't need Class 3 throttle speed.
The differences that matter
- Biktrix Swift CVT 2 costs $100 less.
- Biktrix Swift CVT 2 pulls harder from a stop and on hills, by 20 Nm of torque.
- Biktrix Swift CVT 2 runs a 250W bigger motor on continuous power.
- Biktrix Swift CVT 2 is 5 lb lighter, which you notice lifting it or carrying it up steps.
- Aventon Aventure M claims 30 more miles of range, though both figures are the manufacturer's optimistic "up to" number.
Who each one is for
Biktrix Swift CVT 2
Commuters who want a smooth, grease-free daily ride with real climbing muscle, and who don't mind paying up for the belt-drive convenience.
Aventon Aventure M
Riders with hilly, cargo-heavy commutes who want a torquey mid-drive and long range, and don't mind paying a premium for it.
Spec by spec
| Spec | Biktrix Swift CVT 2 | Aventon Aventure M |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2,799 | $2,899 |
| Motor (nominal) | 500W | 250W |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Battery | 720 Wh | 733 Wh |
| Claimed range | 55 mi | 85 mi |
| Weight | 68.1 lb | 73 lb |
| Max payload | Not published | 400 lb |
| Motor type | mid-drive | mid-drive |
| E-bike class | Class 3 | Class 1 |
| Brakes | Star union dual piston hydraulic w/180mm rotors | SRAM DB4 Hydraulic Disc Brakes |
| Drivetrain | Enviolo CVT hub with carbon belt drive (continuously variable transmission) | Shimano Cues 10-Speed |
| Tire size | 26x2.2 (M/16") / 29x2.3" (L/18") | 26" x 4.0" |
Highlighted values are the better of the two where both brands publish the number. Where a spec isn't published we leave it blank rather than guess.
The short version on each
Biktrix Swift CVT 2
What's good
- The Enviolo CVT hub and carbon belt skip chain cleaning entirely and let you pick any gear you want, which is the whole reason to buy this bike.
- The mid-drive motor's 120 Nm of torque handles steep grades even with a loaded rack.
- A 720Wh battery backs an estimated 55 miles of range, plenty for a week of short round-trip commutes between charges.
What to know
- Value is the soft spot: $2,799 buys a lot of commuter, but you can find comparable range and power elsewhere for less.
- Biktrix doesn't publish a payload capacity, so heavier riders or anyone hauling cargo is left guessing about the limit.
Aventon Aventure M
What's good
- The mid-drive delivers 100 Nm of torque, serious climbing power that keeps steep hills and a loaded rack from stalling you out.
- The 733Wh battery is rated up to 85 miles, long enough to make daily charging optional for most commutes.
- Fat 26x4.0 puncture-resistant tires soak up broken pavement and curbs, and add grip on loose or wet ground.
What to know
- Value is the weak point. At $2,899 you can find bikes with comparable range and power for noticeably less.
- It comes as a Class 1 pedal-assist bike with no throttle out of the box, so riding without pedaling means paying extra for Aventon's aftermarket kit.
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