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Cheetah Cafe Racer Review

robb dorr
By
Robb Dorr,
Co-founder
Images from manufacturer's website

30 mi

RANGE

20 mph

TOP SPEED

5 hrs

CHARGE TIME

70 lbs

WEIGHT

Rear Hub

MOTOR TYPE

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Cheetah Cafe Racer Review: Takeaway

Very much a bachelor’s electric bike, the Cheetah stands out for its unique, classic motorcycle looks that’ll appeal to certain guys — but not everyone.

With great features like its bright LED headlight, comfortable saddle, and a 750W Bafang rear hub motor, this is an e-bike you’re going to love or hate from the get-go.

Ideal for...

Arriving in style
Utility runs with optional rack
Casual ride with friends
Beach cruising

E-Bike Overview

Dare to be different? The Revi Bikes Cheetah Cafe Racer electric bike isn’t just another clone. Redolent of a 1970s-era cafe racer motorcycle, the Cheetah is just cool to look at. 

Under the hood, the Cheetah has great specs for a mid-priced e-bike. With a throttle that takes you up to 20 mph and a pedal assist function that can allow sprints up to 28 mph, the bike can certainly move quickly when asked.

As with a low-rider motorcycle, you’ll be sat with your feet forward of your body and in a relaxed, trekking position. The sprung leather saddle makes up for the lack of suspension on the bike, and comfort is aided by the high volume, 26” x 4” tires that’ll absorb most bumps in the road. 

Coming with the option of an 840Wh battery, the Cheetah lets you put in some serious miles — up to 30 per charge. That’s a heck of a lot of cruising!

Reasons to Buy

You’ll only buy this e-bike if you want to be noticed. Perhaps you’ve recently become single and want to attract attention. Or maybe you just want to give off cool vibes. 

A leader in its class, the Revi Cheetah has great components that’ll ensure you’ll use it for years to come (at least until you get discouraged from riding it by your new significant other). Do go for the 840 Wh battery version, as you’ll get better range on it.

Things to Consider

We love the laid-back, custom motorcycle design of the Cheetah, but let’s face it: not everyone will want one for that very reason. 

Weighing in at 70 lbs, this isn’t a featherweight e-bike. Though it’s not nearly as heavy as a gas-powered motorcycle, it could still present a problem if dropped on its side. The weight of the bike is likely why it’s nowhere near as efficient in terms of battery power/range as other electric bikes.

Specs & Components

Motor
Bafang 750W rear hub
Battery
$2,449 option 624 Wh, $2,749 option, 840 Wh
Control system
LCD full color
Power delivery
Throttle/PAS
Gears
7 speed
Brakes
Tektro hydraulic disc
Wheels
26” x 4”
Optional extras
Rack, fender, rear lights, pannier bag

The specs above come from the manufacturer and may vary from what you’ve experienced. Notice something that needs correcting? Let us know.

Ratings

Power
4/5
4

The 750W Bafang rear hub motor will accelerate like a stabbed rat when asked. However, the 4” fat tires present a fair amount of rolling resistance which means much of the power is used up in friction with the road.

Though you’ll have power-assist right up to 28 mph, you’ll be pedaling pretty hard at this pace. It’s more a cruiser than a racer, anyway.

Range
4/5
4

Revi states that the given range of the Cheetah is based on a 120 lb rider on flat roads in relatively warm weather. Not everyone is so lightweight. Payload, terrain, and road surface all impact range, as does the weather. A 200 lb rider on a hilly route in a headwind may get less than half the distance of a lighter rider on a flat route with a tailwind.

The bike is very inefficient for its battery size. This is down to the weight of the e-bike itself, the fat tires, and the size of the motor.

Comfort
4/5
4

In a low-rider trekking riding position with your feet well forward of your rear end, this is a comfortable enough e-bike to ride. The sprung leather saddle makes up for the bike lacking suspension, as do the 4” high-volume tires that’ll absorb many of the bumps in the road.

Durability
4.5/5
4.5

Ridden on throttle only, there will be little wear and tear on the Cheetah. You may only have to replace your tires and brakes every 1,000 or so miles.

If you choose to use pedal assist a lot, then the chain and cassette will wear. These again may need replacing every 1,000 miles or so.

Revi offers a one-year warranty on all components except the battery, which is guaranteed for two years.

Style
5/5
5

Looking like a 1970s-era motorcycle, this e-bike will get lingering looks from guys who may wish for the freedom to own one. Offered in gray or black and tan, the Cheetah gets a 5 for its looks because it dares to be different. Being a love-it/hate-it design, you may have a different opinion!

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robb dorr
Written by Robb Dorr
Co-founder
Robb is a massive cycling enthusiast who has more than 20 years of non-motorized cycling experience. He started eBikes.org to lower the barrier of entry to cycling and reduce the intimidation people can experience when getting into the cycling world.
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