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Features & Highlights
Portola Reviews
Components & Tech Specs
Motor
48V 750W Geared Hub Motor, 65nm torque
Controller
48V 20Amp DMHC Sine-wave
Battery ($1095 Model)
48V 10.4Ah Reention Rhino - 500wh; TUV Certified to UL 2271
Battery ($1,195 Model)
48V 13.4Ah Reention Rhino - 643wh; TUV Certified to UL 2271
Display
KD21C Adjustable Speed Display
Folding Stem
12° Rise, 285mm length, 31.8mm Bar Clamp
Fork
80mm Suspension Travel, Hydraulic Lockout, 110mm dropout
PAS Sensor
Ride1Up R1CBC (Current-Based-Cadence System)
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Brakes
Dual Piston Hydraulic Brakes, Electric Cut-Off Sensor, 180mm Rotors
Tires
20”x3” Cross-Country Low-tread Puncture Resistant Tires
Throttle
Left Hand Thumb Throttle
Handlebar
Straight Bars: 31.8mm Bar Clamp, 6° Sweep, 0° Rise, 600mm Width
Grips
Ergonomic Rubber Grips
Shifters
Shimano Altus 8-speed trigger shifter
Gearing
48T Front Alloy Chainring
Freewheel
11-32T R1U Approved Freewheel
Derailleur
Shimano Altus RD-M310
Chain
KMC Professional 8-Speed Chain
Rims
20in Double Walled
Spokes
Stainless steel, 12G rear, 13G front
Fenders
Hardened Alloy Fenders
Rear Rack
150lbs Rated Loading Weight With Pannier Side Mount
Front light
100 Lux Front Light
Rear light
6V Commuter Brake Light
Saddle
DDK City Comfort Saddle
Seat Post
Zoom 31.6mm x 350mm
Pedals
Sunlite Folding Pedals
Additional
Water Bottle Bosses and Chainstay Guard
Dimensions & Sizing
Size Guide
Select Frame Size:
Rider Height Range: 4'10"- 6'4"
Portola
Bike Weight
Weight Capacity
Rider Height Range
A - Maximum Seat Height
B - Minimum Seat Height
C - Stand-over Height
D - Wheelbase
E - Downtube Length
F - Headtube Length
G - Seat Tube Length
H - Chainstay Length
I - Fork Length
J - Head Tube Angle
K - Seat Tube Angle
L - Stack
M - Handlebar Reach
N - Total Length
O - Handlebar Height
59lbs
342lbs
4'10"-6'4"
38.2in
968mm
30.2in
766mm
18.2in
463mm
44.3in
1127mm
23.9in
608mm
6.1in
155mm
14.7in
360mm
16.5in
421mm
16.5in
420mm
69°
75°
19.7in
502mm
18in
459mm
66.2in
1683mm
44.4in
1130mm
Assembly & Support
Bike Will Arrive 95% Assembled (electronics are pre-assembled).
Bikes In Stock Ship In Under 24 Hours. Email Tracking Provides Transit And Delivery Estimates Once Shipped. Package Size is 36″x29″x17″ and just under 83 lbs.
FAQ'S
What are the benefits of folding bikes?
Folding electric bikes offer a multitude of benefits for urban commuters and outdoor enthusiasts. Their compact design allows for easy storage and transport, making them ideal for crowded city living or trips with limited space. The Portola’s powerful motor reduces the effort required for commuting and extends the range of your rides. Folding ebikes emit zero emissions and reduce your carbon footprint. Overall, the Portola folding electric bike offers a practical, sustainable, and health-conscious transportation solution in today’s world where conserving space and energy is a priority. To lean more, read our article on the benefits of folding ebikes.
Can you change the classes on the Portola?
Yes you can! The Portola folding ebike arrives in Class 2 out-of-the-box. You can easily change between a Class 1, 2, or 3 ebike through the handlebar display. This offers various benefits where you may need to limit your speed and capabilities depending on the where you are riding.
Can I test ride a bike?
We are a direct-to-consumer company both in pricing and strategy. You will generally pay a premium for the ability to test ride through a dealer. However, our bikes have been thoroughly tested by top reviewers such as Electric Bike Review, Electric Bike Report, Cycling Weekly, Clean Technica, Electrek and many others who have published their reviews on YouTube. Additionally, we are now supporting an independent network of owners offering their bikes for demos. Learn more here Locations
What can I expect ordering a bike from Ride1UP?
This article will explain all about what to expect when ordering a bike from us. Ordering With Us
Can I upgrade the battery?
Unfortunately the 14ah battery pack is the largest available that will fit this frame.
Can I switch the handlebars to another model?
No. The variations you see on the site are the only options we have.
Can you ship to _______?
We only ship within the US and Canada. The contiguous United States is FREE. Hawaii and Alaska is $600. Shipping to Canada is $100. We are not responsible for any additional tariffs charged by your local government which often times applied after importing. Unfortunately, we are not able to ship our bikes directly to Europe. You can use a shipping forwarder like ShopUsa.com to reach your country.
Are the bikes water-proof?
The bikes are not water-proof, they are water-resistant. While we do not recommend leaving the bikes out in the rain or riding in the rain or other hazardous conditions due to personal safety, the bikes can handle low pressure exposure to water. Do not submerge in water or expose to pressurized air or water. Storing your ebike in the elements could shorten the lifespan of the electric bike.
I’ve put a hundred miles into it in about a month. No issues. Takes my 200 lbs up these Colorado Hills no issue.
Everything about the procuring experience was great. The bike arrived in a reasonable time and the shop I purchased it from built it well for a very reasonable price. They were extremely helpful through the whole process and conveyed a sense of trustworthiness. The bike itself is perfect for me in every aspect and I had test ridden quiet a few. I have yet to use the Youtube video to learn how to fine tune the bike (eg top speed and throttle sensitivity) but I will soon. I have gone on several rides now and all seems to work just how I want. Just need to fine tune to experiment. Presently awaiting the backorder of a rear carry basket I ordered. Then I can use the bike for light errands which is one of the primary reasons I got this particular type of e-bike.
At 5’11’, the handlebars are barely within reach when I sit straight. Installing the handlebars correctly was a challenge and it took days to get it aligned properly. The throttle has never worked, but I don’t care for that anyway. The derailleur guard was very hard to install. Installing the front rack, there was no hardware to move the headlight and I ended up securing it to the basket with zip ties. The control display is so hard to use I just ignore it except for the pedal assist number. Despite all this, I love my Portola. A good first e-bike. I get about 5 hours out of a charge, but I live in super-hilly Pittsburgh.
Easy assembly. Fun to ride
Well made
greta, so far so good… only complaint so far… yesterday i drove to my offcie full throttle, 10 miles, started at 100% batter ended up at 25% or so… little worried