Ariel Rider X-Class 60V Performance vs Ariel Rider X-Class 60V PPBX-Class 60V Performance vs X-Class 60V PPB
Both checked Sep 2026 against manufacturer pages
Key differences
What actually differs
Weight
Ariel Rider is 14 lb lighter
Ariel Rider
130 lb
Ariel Rider
116 lb
Top speed
Ariel Rider is 20 mph faster
Ariel Rider
20 mph
Ariel Rider
40 mph
Ariel Rider is outside Class 1–2.
Verdict
Which one for you
- Easiest to lift or carryAriel Rider X-Class 60V PPB14 lb lighter overall.
- Easiest to get onAriel Rider X-Class 60V PerformanceLowest step-over: 28.7″ vs 31.6″.
Full specs
Side by side
SpecAriel Rider X-Class 60V PerformanceAriel Rider X-Class 60V PPB
Fit
Step-over height
28.7″Better
31.6″
Rider height
5′0″–6′4″
Not published by brand
Seat height
Not published by brand
34.5" from the ground
Total load
350 lb
350 lb
Motor
Rated power
750W
1500W
Peak power
Not published by brand
2,700W
Torque
132 Nm
132 Nm
Battery
Capacity
~2,100 Wh
~2,100 Wh
Voltage and amp-hours
60V · 35Ah
60V · 35Ah
Range and speed
Claimed range
Range 65-95+ Miles (edition card)
80-100 milesBetter
Top speed
20 mph
40 mph
E-bike class
Class 2 or 3
Outside Class 1–3
Size and folding
Weight
130 lb
116 lbBetter
Wheels
20"
20"
Brakes and drivetrain
Brakes
4-piston hydraulic, 203mm
4-piston hydraulic, 203mm
Gears
Single-speed (KMC S1)
Single-speed (KMC S1)
Comfort and safety
Suspension
Front fork: inverted thru-axle, 100mm travel, adjustable damping; rear shock: Fastace…
Front fork: inverted thru-axle, 100mm travel, adjustable damping; rear shock: Fastace…
Certifications
UL-compliant cells
UL-compliant cells
List price
Price
$2,499
$2,499
"Better" marks the stronger figure where one clearly exists. Range and battery claims are the brand's own. "~" means we calculated it. "—" means we haven't checked it yet. Sources and any conflicting figures are on each model page.