Ride1Up Turris vs Cyrusher Aura
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're priced within $4 of each other and score the same on Genius, so pick based on the one trade-off you'll actually feel: Turris for torque and lighter weight, Aura for battery and range.
Buy the Ride1Up Turris
Buy the Ride1Up Turris if you want more torque for hills or stop-and-go starts, a lighter bike to haul up stairs or into a trunk, and a defined ebike class if that matters for local trail/road rules.
Buy the Cyrusher Aura
Buy the Cyrusher Aura if you want more battery capacity and the longer claimed range, plus fat 4.0" tires for a softer, more stable ride, and don't mind the extra 12 lb.
The differences that matter
- Ride1Up Turris pulls harder from a stop and on hills, by 10 Nm of torque.
- Cyrusher Aura carries 108 Wh more battery, which is the main thing that sets how far you get.
- Ride1Up Turris is 12 lb lighter, which you notice lifting it or carrying it up steps.
- Cyrusher Aura claims 10 more miles of range, though both figures are the manufacturer's optimistic "up to" number.
Who each one is for
Ride1Up Turris
The everyday commuter who wants real hill-climbing, throttle-or-pedal flexibility, and a bike that's easy to live with, without paying premium money.
Cyrusher Aura
An everyday rider who wants an easy-on, comfortable commuter with real range and the option to skip pedaling.
Spec by spec
| Spec | Ride1Up Turris | Cyrusher Aura |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,395 | $1,399 |
| Motor (nominal) | 750W | 750W |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Battery | 672 Wh | 780 Wh |
| Claimed range | 50 mi | 60 mi |
| Weight | 54 lb | 66 lb |
| Max payload | 300 lb | 350 lb |
| Motor type | hub | hub |
| E-bike class | Class 2-3 | Class 3 |
| Brakes | LBN 180mm Hydraulic Disc Brakes w/ Cut-Off Sensor | 180mm hydraulic disc brakes |
| Drivetrain | Shimano 7-speed | Shimano 7-speed |
| Tire size | 27.5" x 2.4" | 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
Ride1Up Turris
What's good
- 90 Nm of torque from a 750W hub motor gives you real pull from a standstill and up climbs, which is exactly where a commuter earns its keep.
- At 54 pounds it's noticeably lighter than most 750W commuters, which makes it easier to handle at low speed and around tight spots.
- A throttle plus switchable Class 2-3 settings let you cruise with no pedaling up to 20 mph or pedal-assist up to 28.
What to know
- With no suspension fork, the 2.4-inch tires handle all the bump absorption, and because this bike can hold 28 mph, you feel rough pavement more at speed than on a slower commuter.
- Ride1Up doesn't publish a peak-power figure, so there's no burst number to compare against rivals that advertise one; the 750W sustained rating is what to go on.
Cyrusher Aura
What's good
- Low step-through frame and 26" x 4.0" fat tires make it easy to get on and comfortable over rough streets
- Big 780Wh battery with up to 60 miles of claimed range, so you're not charging constantly
- A throttle lets you ride without pedaling up to 28 mph, great for hills and pulling away from a stop
What to know
- Cyrusher's own spec sheet disagrees on battery size and torque, so the safe move is to plan around the conservative numbers we cite
- As a Class 3 bike hitting 28 mph on the throttle, it may be off-limits on bike paths that cap e-bikes at 20 mph, so check your local rules if your commute uses them