CF Racer1

The Ride1Up CF Racer1 is a groundbreaking entry in the performance e-bike space, shattering the myth that carbon fiber drop-bar electric bikes have to cost as much as a used car. Weighing in at an astonishingly light 27 to 28 pounds, it completely blurs the line between traditional acoustic bikes and e-bikes.

Built with a sleek, single-mold carbon fiber frame that entirely conceals its battery and internal routing, it is designed strictly for cyclists who want an authentic, athletic road or gravel riding experience. It skips the throttle entirely to focus on a high-cadence, Class 3 performance that gives you a stealthy "tailwind" on demand rather than doing the work for you.

The Technical Snapshot

The CF Racer1 is unique because Ride1Up sells it in two highly specialized configurations out of the box, but both share the same ultra-light DNA:

• Weight & Frame: Constructed from a TUV-certified, T700 carbon fiber frame and matching rigid carbon fork. The cockpit utilizes a beautifully integrated single-form carbon handlebar and stem unit that routes all cables internally. The Road build weighs 27.4 pounds, while the Gravel build scales in at 28.6 pounds.
• Power & Speed: Equipped with a compact, ultra-quiet 36V 250W sustained geared hub motor putting out 42Nm of torque. Operating as a Class 3 e-bike, it provides smooth, linear pedal assistance up to 28 mph via a highly responsive 5-level cadence sensor.
• Battery & Range: Conceals a lightweight 36V 7Ah (252Wh) Samsung-cell battery inside the downtube, netting a focused real-world range of 16 to 40 miles. For epic centuries, Ride1Up offers an optional plug-and-play 250Wh dual-battery bottle add-on that mounts right into a standard cage.
• Drivetrain & Brakes: Outfitted with premium SRAM componentry (featuring versions with either an 11-speed SRAM Rival 1 or a 12-speed SRAM Apex 1 setup) utilizing a 42T chainring and DoubleTap shifting. Stopping is handled by elite SRAM hydraulic disc brakes clamped onto 160mm rotors.
• The Two Flavor Options:
  • The Road Build: Ships with fast-rolling 700x32c Schwalbe E-One road tires and subtle 3-degree flared drop bars meant for tight cornering and pure asphalt speed.
  • The Gravel Build: Switches to high-traction 700x40c Continental Terra Trail tubeless-compatible tires (with frame clearance up to 50c) and aggressive 15-degree flared drop bars built for control on loose dirt and fire roads.