When we tested the budget-friendly but relatively barebones Beaumont Rev 2 from Retrospec, we found it to be a generally well-put-together cruiser/commuter e-bike. It had the winning combination of a simple yet effective component package, a comfortable ride, and an affordable price—but it also lacked some desirable features.
The
Beamont Rev+ addresses these limitations by offering a few big upgrades: a more powerful torque-sensing motor, a larger and sleeker integrated battery, hydraulic disc brakes, and a color display. The soul of the bike is the same, however; it maintains a similar appearance (with cool retro colors), and includes many commuter-friendly accessories.
A couple of big things stood out to me on my first short test ride. First was the bike’s
responsive, analog-like feel; its four assist levels delivered pedal assistance proportional to my effort. In its lowest setting, Eco, power felt light but meaningful, while Turbo mode (the highest assist level) gave it a livelier and more rewarding feel.
