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Aventon Introduces the Current, a Full Power, Full Suspension, Carbon Fiber eMTB for Under $6,000
Freerider Brett Tippie signs with Aventon as Bike Ambassador.
BREA, Calif. – March 16, 2026 – Aventon, a leader in accessible e-bike innovation, today announced the launch of the Current ADV and EXP, the brand’s first-ever full-suspension electric mountain bike (eMT
. Designed to bridge the gap between elite performance and everyday accessibility, the Current is a highly capable trail platform, featuring 140mm of rear travel and a 150mm fork, Aventon’s proprietary 110Nm Ultro X mid-drive motor, top-tier SRAM and RockShox components, and industry-leading smart tech integration.
“The Current marks a pivotal moment in Aventon’s story," said Kris Heineman, Senior Brand Director at Aventon. "Our vertically integrated team worked to build a true performance mountain bike with premium components and cutting-edge technology, at a fraction of the cost of our competitors. We’re excited to empower riders to explore more trails with greater confidence.”
Mountain Bike Icon Joins Aventon Team
Alongside the Current bike launch, Aventon signed the most recognizable personality in mountain biking, Brett Tippie. A freeride pioneer, event emcee, and Hall of Fame rider, Tippie chose to be an ambassador for the new Current after putting the bike through its paces.
“Aventon’s EU PR Manager Dennis Rankl drove over 15 hours to deliver me a Current prototype in Wales last year,” said Tippie. "I had been testing eMTBs from a few different brands, but the Current was my clear favorite. This bike is super capable, and it’s going to surprise a lot of people, especially at this price. I’m stoked to be part of a team that is pushing the industry.”
Performance Meets Aventon Technology
At the heart of the Current is the Aventon Ultro X motor, delivering a massive 110Nm of torque (increasing to 120Nm in Boost Mode) and 750W of peak power. The motor is paired with an 800Wh integrated battery, offering an impressive range of up to 105 miles.
The Current sets a new standard for connectivity in the eMTB space through its Aventon Control Unit (ACU):
Integrated Top Tube Touchscreen: An intuitive interface for on-trail adjustments.
Wireless Control Pad: Seamless mode switching without cluttering the cockpit.
Advanced Tracking: Integrated 4G connectivity, GPS tracking, and a built-in alarm system for trailhead peace of mind.
Ride-Centric Data: Riders can access customizable ride-tuning settings and performance tracking with proprietary features like Wheel Lift Control, Ride Tune customization, overrun and integrated Jump/Air Time logging.
Two Spec Levels Built for Every Trail
The Current is available in two distinct builds to suit different rider needs and budgets, the EXP and ADV.
Current EXP
EXP Geometry
Current ADV
ADV Geo
The Current is a Class 1 e-bike, convertible to Class 3, and is fully UL Certified for both battery and motor safety.
Availability
The Aventon Current is available starting March 16, 2026, through Aventon’s website and its extensive network of authorized dealers across North America.
About Aventon:
Aventon was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Brea, California. Born from a passion for bicycle racing, Aventon has grown into one of the leading ebike brands in North America. The company’s mission is to redefine adventure by combining innovative technology, thoughtful design, and an outstanding riding experience. Aventon controls the majority of its value chain internally and employs hundreds of staff worldwide to shape the future of two-wheeled e-mobility.
Thoughts on this vs just aliexpress bafang m510/m560 full carbon frames? (See the cheeb)
Motor is a Gobao 120. A few different brands have their own white label versions of it. Each one likely has their own software tune on it. I think these share the same mount pattern as a Shimano.
I think the Gobao is more refined torque sensor set up compared to the current Bafang M510 but they have a new RS version coming that is supposed to have revamped their torque sensitivity and added a rear wheel sensor that is 48 pole like the Avinox. The Bafang has a community that has basically open sources the software so if you wanted to tune and tweak them go Bafang.
The good thing about bafang is that you can just buy whatever motor or battery combo you want
You barely even have to check geo charts anymore
I'd probably take a Marin Rift Zone E over this bike. Less power, but more trust, and it's enough anyway.
Or suspension curves 😂
only took 30 years
forbidden posted a shreddit with the new bikecycle
Edit: my bad lol
for the muscle powered downcountry bike
Not sure if you were already thinking this with your reference, but Troydon was an EDM DJ before starting Crestline, so he certainly had exposure to that sort of business model (not sure if he ever actually played at Berghain though).
The Aventon Current seems like a very promising bike, somewhat comparable to the base model Amflow in design, spec, and price, but about 7lbs heavier. The weight doesn't make it a total non-starter in my mind though, as many people thought the Amflow was underbuilt, and the Aventon has a few key differentiators that, if they deliver in the real world, seem genuinely ground breaking to me!
1. Their motor has an IP67 rating, whereas most other brands are IP65 (or less). Water intrusion seems to be the most common cause of failure on ebike motors, and IP67 is really next level in that it allows for full submersion up to 1 meter for up to 30min, which seems like it should exceed all of our needs. IP65 motors are only rated for splashing or low pressure sprays, and the real world failures have shown that it's not sufficient for many users.
2. Aventon apparently plans to offer parts for motor servicing and repairs directly to end users or dealers, rather than the motor being either a throwaway, or requiring shipping back to HQ for inspection/repair/replacement. If true, this would be huge, as the disposable nature of ebike motors has been a glaring issue for years. Even if you aren't concerned about the wastefulness of a disposable motor, having your bike out of commission for weeks (or in some cases months) while you wait for a warranty approval and a new motor to arrive seriously reduces the value we get out of our bikes. It remains to be seen how quick and easy it is to get repair parts from Aventon, but the fact that they're even planning to go this route is really fantastic.
3. An existing 2000 dealer network, which ties into the previous point about repairability. If you are uncomfortable servicing the motor yourself, having dealers who can do it is another huge advantage VS. someone with no real dealer footprint like Avinox, where even if Avinox wanted to start allowing servicing at the shop level, there is no dealer network to handle it.
4. It has quick-change batteries, that are reasonably priced. This allows one to bring a spare battery to the trailhead for a hot-swap after depleting the 1st one, rather than needing to call it quits. In an effort to cut weight or streamline the aesthetics of the bikes, many brands have eliminated this option, but many users still want it, so I am very pleased to see a new release that offers it.
I do wish it offered a mullet option, a longer travel option, and a higher end spec option, but as a starting point this is a very compelling package that is genuinely leading the pack in a few key ways.
edm and berghain in one sentence 🤣
It's very nearly the same price as a base CF Wild, with a Bosch.
I don't see the value in the Aventon with that proprietary motor. You think finding a weird shock for an 8-year-old Specialized is hard...
Also, I guess I'm too White Trash 'cause I have no idea what a Berghain is.
Exclusive club in Berlin known for having bouncers that are very particular about who they let in based on fashion style and perceived authenticity.
I was referring more to the fact that the club does not want publicity or tourists so they have a strict 'no photos'/'what happens in Berghain stays in Berghain' policy. From what I know Cresline only does low numbers and preorder stuff, you can't buy them everywhere etc.. But posting about a bike on you website and expecting nobody to share it on socials is a bit weird. For them the exclusivity seems to be more kind of a marketing strategy similar to the 'spy shots' of some upcoming bikes at whistler or the wc pits...
It's not a proprietary motor. It's a Gobao P120. Limited number of brands using it but it's not just an Aventon motor. It uses Shimano bolt pattern and apparently their batteries will fit same space as some Shimano. Could be a path of people that like their frame with a crapped out Shimano motor that are looking to update. Alutech in Italy is going to be using it and has said they would sell the motor customer direct for Shimano replacement.
Alutech Italia! Spettacolo! Frutti di mare!
pure freedom if you get in, too much to handle for most americans
@sspomer FYI your block user function isn't working. Shows up, but once I quote this user, it then shows as blocked.
My bad. Not sure why I had Italian in my head for Alutech. They are most definitely German.
If the battery size lines up that’s huge. I think there are a LOT of used e-bikes out there with EP8s
Can anyone go into more detail on the deal (pun intended) with Avinox and having no dealer support? My local Forbidden dealer said this too. It blows my mind that in the era of every "real" brand with lifetime warranty frames and even lifetime warranty alloy wheels that Avinox would totally miss this part of the consumer value equation. Not to mention that those in the target market are people burned by by Shimano, Fazua, or older Specialized motors. There's gotta be more to the story...
Imagine buying the new DJI Atherton and the motor craps out and you have no options? That experience couldn't be further from the Atherton experience where you have personalized consultations on specific frame sizing.
What do you mean by no options? You think Atherton aren't going to support their customers if they have an isssue with the motor? Avinox offers the same 2 year warranties everyone else does and I am sure Atherton will have their own spares or will be able to get them from Avinox whenever needed.
No support from dealers in the mandatory 2 year warranty in the EU wouldn't be legal. The interesting part starts after the two years are over or if you buy a used bike and the motor stops working.
Anyone aware of any new bikes coming out using the TQ40 motor like the rallon rs? Or similar low power sub 40#?
I rode a rallon rs and it was almost perfect. It’d be sweet to get the rallon rs but without all the integration mainly the dropper. Ideally set up with a one up dropper, transmission, and mavens.
Unsure what you’re asking, but I think it’s aimed at how Avinox support warranty in market?
Avinox doesn’t have centralised service partners or run it themselves in market, instead each brand partner in that market is the warranty point of contact for Avinox motors on that brand of bike. I.e. have a Amflow issue, your retailer goes to the Amflow distributor, Merida to Merida, Forbidden to Forbidden, etc.
Each partner deals direct with Avinox and holds a minimum required amount of spares to hopefully keep bikes rolling. There will likely be pain points around new product/high demand and warranty soares being immediately available.
It will be chaotic - multiple ways of working and standards of service, but all bikes entering this market are covered by warranty periods and consumer law. That’s a given.
That is unfortunate if Avinox is not offering direct warranty support. Many big players in the bike industry offer direct support, for example I've worked in shops where we handled warranties on Shimano or Sram parts on bikes we didn't sell, and given the technical specialization associated with ebike motors it seems like the actual motor maker is the one most ideally positioned to offer tech/warranty support. In addition, I have seen people claiming that they were able to handle warranties on DJI drones directly with DJI and it was a very easy and fast process, so I'd hoped that they'd carry that model over to the bike world. There is still time for them to go that route, so I guess I'll keep hoping they see the light.
yes, because shops just LOVE to send in products on warranty they didn’t sell. we charge 150chf per case for that. most of the time, you only get crumbs reimbursed, but not the actual work you done. best example is cube, they routinely give you 15eur no matter how long it take to work on their failing shit designs
Propain Ekano 3. No brand on the motor 😉
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