Ride1Up Lmtd V2 vs Cyrusher Kommoda 3.0
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 cost almost the same and score almost the same, so this comes down to whether you value a bike you can lift (Lmtd V2) or one that goes farther and carries more on fat tires (Kommoda).
Buy the Ride1Up Lmtd V2
Buy the Ride1Up Lmtd V2 if you have to carry it up stairs, into an apartment, or onto a rack regularly — at 55 lb it's 28 lb lighter than the Kommoda, and its 27.5" tires and 8-speed drivetrain suit paved commuting.
Buy the Cyrusher Kommoda 3.0
Buy the Cyrusher Kommoda 3.0 if range and stability matter more than portability — its 960 Wh battery and 68-mile claim beat the Lmtd's 672 Wh/50 miles, and the 20x4.0" tires and 350 lb payload handle rougher roads and heavier riders better, but you're hauling 83.11 lb to get it.
The differences that matter
- Cyrusher Kommoda 3.0 carries 288 Wh more battery, which is the main thing that sets how far you get.
- Ride1Up Lmtd V2 is 28 lb lighter, which you notice lifting it or carrying it up steps.
- Cyrusher Kommoda 3.0 claims 18 more miles of range, though both figures are the manufacturer's optimistic "up to" number.
Who each one is for
Ride1Up Lmtd V2
An everyday commuter who wants strong hill power and throttle flexibility without paying premium-bike prices.
Cyrusher Kommoda 3.0
The everyday commuter who wants a cushy, low-fuss ride with real range and a ground-floor place to park it.
Spec by spec
| Spec | Ride1Up Lmtd V2 | Cyrusher Kommoda 3.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,595 | $1,599 |
| Motor (nominal) | 750W | 750W |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Battery | 672 Wh | 960 Wh |
| Claimed range | 50 mi | 68 mi |
| Weight | 55 lb | 83.11 lb |
| Max payload | 300 lb | 350 lb |
| Motor type | hub | hub |
| E-bike class | Class 2-3 | Class 3 |
| Brakes | Tektro HD-M285 180mm hydraulic | Fully Hydraulic Disc Brakes 180mm Front + Rear |
| Drivetrain | Shimano 8-speed | Shimano 7-speed |
| Tire size | 27.5" x 2.4" | 20" 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
Ride1Up Lmtd V2
What's good
- 90 Nm of torque from a 750W hub motor is a lot of climbing power for a commuter, and it earns top marks for power against the bikes we compared it to.
- A throttle lets you pull away from a stop or cruise without pedaling, which is genuinely handy in traffic and on hills.
- The 672Wh battery is a healthy size for a commuter, good for a claimed 50 miles in easy conditions.
What to know
- The throttle tops out at 20 mph, so reaching the 28 mph Class 3 top speed means pedaling; throttle-only cruising stays at the lower cap.
- With only 8 gears, pedaling near the 28 mph Class 3 top speed leaves you spinning out, so you end up leaning on the motor to hold that pace.
Cyrusher Kommoda 3.0
What's good
- A big 960Wh battery backs up the up-to-68-mile claim, so most commuters can go several days between charges.
- 85 Nm of torque from the 750W hub motor pulls a loaded bike and rider up real hills without straining.
- The throttle means you can ride without pedaling, which helps in stop-and-go traffic or on a tired day.
What to know
- At 83 pounds it's on the heavy side even among fat-tire bikes, so plan on storing it at ground level rather than up a flight of stairs.
- The Shimano 7-speed drivetrain is basic, and you'll run out of gears before you reach the 28 mph the motor can hit.
Full Ride1Up Lmtd V2 review → Full Cyrusher Kommoda 3.0 review →