Free shipping to Lower 48 US States
Free shipping to Lower 48 US States
Conquer the steepest hills and turn every day into an epic adventure! On your Discover you will be ready for anything from backwood roads to rough city streets. Powerful, lightweight, and compact 36V, 350 watt motor provides a consistent cruising speed of 20 mph and the pedal assist adds power to every pedal stroke. While the 650b road bike wheels and wide gravel tires provide comfort and control on gravel, hard pack dirt roads, or city streets. All in a sleek, and stylish package. This is the go anywhere, do everything bike, built for those who love to ride.
Microshift Advent 1 x 9 with 11-42 wide ratio cassette, clutch rear derailleur, and narrow wide chainring to prevent dropped chains.
Hilltopper 36 V 350 W brushless rear hub motor with built-in torque sensor for smoother, instant, and reliable power transmission with every pedal stroke.
The 11.4Ah Samsung removable lithium battery is integrated into the down tube for better handling and a sleek design. It has a key lock for security. Battery range of 30-50+ miles depending on power setting and how much you pedal.
650b aluminum rim road wheels with 47c Kenda Flintridge gravel bike tires
Tektro mechanical disc brakes w/ electric cut off
Enjoy a boost every time you pedal. The pedal assist sensor gives you 4 levels of assist, and the twist throttle gives you the power when you need it. The LCD display controls how much power the motor adds to your pedal stroke, while also providing real time data on your speed, battery usage, and miles traveled. Elegant handlebar layout and minimalist components give the Discover a clean, sleek cockpit for touring and long rides while having plenty of power at your finger tips.
Built to fit your body. The small frame is a step through and comfortably fits men and women 4'10 to 5'8. The medium frame fits men and women 5'2 to 5'10, and the large frame comfortably fits men and women 5'8 - 6'5 and over. With an adjustable saddle, and seat post the Discover easily accommodates many body sizes and riding styles.
Download and check out the PDF to see the full assembly guide for our 2021 Discover LE (limited edition) Gravel E-bike.
Download and check out the PDF to see the full assembly guide for our 2020 Discover C9 Gravel E-bike.
Simply said, a gravel bike is a combination of a road bike (happy on smooth pavement) and a mountain bike (happy playing rough and tumble in the mud). Mellow single tracks, farm roads, gravel, crushed cobblestones, rough city streets, tarmac — whatever. A gravel bike is a machine that's capable of performing on various surfaces, while sustaining comfort.
Gravel bikes like the Discover have 650b wheels with wider tires that run at a lower pressure, a slightly more upright posture, and thicker forks that can handle rougher roads. These small changes give a road bike like performance with more comfortable riding on un-paved roads. Gravel bikes like the Discover also have braze-ons (holes for screws) for connecting front and rear racks, and are a popular choice for road cyclist on long rides, bike messengers, urban commuting with bags or kids, bike camping, and long distance touring.
It is important to note that a gravel bike is NOT a mountain bike and does not have shocks and cannot take jumps, or big drops. It is still a road bike and intended for on-road use. The definition of what it means to be "on-road" is just much broader then your typical road bike, giving you the freedom to explore some wild and beautiful places.
Why are Hilltopper Bikes 1/2 the price of other e-bikes on the market? Because we sell direct to you, the customer. Our mission is to create a sustainable future, two wheels at a time and we do that by making e-bikes affordable for you. We intentionally don't sell through dealers, distributors, or retailers because that way of selling means a higher price tag for you. We build our kits and bike wheels with love and care here in Seattle and sell direct to you, so you won't see the large retail markup that would be present if you were buying from a third party. That way you're always getting the best deal on your electric bike.
It depends on how fast you want to go, and how steep the hill.
The 36v, 350 watt kits and bikes can go 20 mph with minimal pedaling. This is the legal limit in most of the US for e-bikes so it's enough power for most bikes. This is a great power for steeper hills, faster commutes & carrying bigger loads. It's like having two Soul Cycle instructors also pedaling for you.
The 36v, 250 watt Sprinter kit can go 16 mph with minimal pedaling on flat ground, but they perform best as a boost to your pedaling with pedaling required on hills. Perfect if you are looking for an added boost to your ride at an affordable price. Cuts your commute time by 25%, flattens out that hill by 50% & puts a smile on your face.
The 48v, 750 watt Summit kit can go 20 mph with minimal pedaling. This is the legal limit in most of the US for e-bikes. The motor could go faster, but it is limited at 20 mph for safety and to remain street legal in the US (unlimited it could go 30+ mph). The 750 watt motor can carry large loads up steep hills and accelerates quickly. Perfect if you are looking to cruise consistently at 20 mph over varied terrain or climb absurdly steep and long hills while hauling groceries. It's more power then you might need. But its a lot of fun and gives you the piece of mind that you can accelerate out of any sticky situation.
All Hilltopper electric bikes and kits have a maximum speed of 20 mph. This keeps them street legal and compliant with state laws and city ordinances in the US.
For choosing a power system, here's what to keep in mind:
The 36v, 350 watt kits (Horizon) can go 20 mph with minimal pedaling. This is great for steeper hills, faster commutes & carrying bigger loads.
The 36v, 250 watt kits (Sprinter) can go 15 mph with minimal pedaling on flat ground, but they perform best as a boost to your pedaling with pedaling required on hills. Perfect if you are looking for an added boost to your ride at an affordable price. Cuts your commute time by 25%, gives a boost up hills & puts a smile on your face.
When you buy a bicycle from Hilltopper we donate a bike in your name to a child in need here in Seattle. Your gift of a bicycle helps young people develop self-reliance, leadership, and life skills at BikeWorks.org, a community driven non-profit here in Seattle. Low-income children at Bike Works receive their donated kids bike at a family bike swap. Teens receive their donated bike as part of the Earn-a-bike program, where they learn how to build and repair bicycles, put their new skills to good use by volunteering to help others fix their bike, and earn a new bike at the end.
Please contact support@HilltopperBikes.com to initiate a return.
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Hilltopper Bikes
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225 S Lucile St.
Seattle, WA 98108
USA
The easiest way to pay is by credit card on our secure website (credit card is processed by STRIPE, an encrypted credit card processor used by millions of business). For your security we do not store your credit card information, so future orders require that you enter your information again. We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB, Diners Club, China UnionPay, credit and debit cards. This is the easiest, and fastest way to pay.
If you wish to pay by check you can place on order over the phone by calling 1 855 743 3279. Once your check is received your order will ship. This method is slower (since we need to wait for the check to arrive before shipping the order).
You can also pay by check, credit card, or cash in person at our e-bike shop here in the Sodo neighborhood of Seattle. 920 S Holgate, #107, Seattle, WA 98134. We'd love to see you, hear your story, and show off our shop!
Why are Hilltopper Bikes 1/2 the price of other e-bikes on the market? Because we sell direct to you, the customer. Our mission is to create a sustainable future, two wheels at a time and we do that by making e-bikes affordable for you. We intentionally don't sell through dealers, distributors, or retailers because that way of selling means a higher price tag for you. We build our kits and bike wheels with love and care here in Seattle and sell direct to you, so you won't see the large retail markup that would be present if you were buying from a third party. That way you're always getting the best deal on your electric bike.
You read that right, free shipping* on all orders!
(*Applies only to orders in the contiguous 48 states.)
If you are unsatisfied for any reason with any of our products you can return it for a refund up to 30 days after purchase.
Please contact support@hilltopperbikes.com to initiate a return.
Return address:
Please be sure to include a note with your items that has your name, email address, phone number, order number, and why you are returning it. Without this information, we are unable to process your return.
Hilltopper Bikes
Technical Support Team Attn: (Order Number)
225 S Lucile St.
Seattle, WA 98108
USA
We stand behind the quality of our products:
Please contact support@HilltopperBikes.com to initiate a return.
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Hilltopper Bikes
Technical Support Team Attn: (Order Number)
225 S Lucile St.
Seattle, WA 98108
USA
When you buy a bicycle from Hilltopper we donate a bike in your name to a child in need here in Seattle. Your gift of a bicycle helps young people develop self-reliance, leadership, and life skills at BikeWorks.org, a community driven non-profit here in Seattle. Low-income children at Bike Works receive their donated kids bike at a family bike swap. Teens receive their donated bike as part of the Earn-a-bike program, where they learn how to build and repair bicycles, put their new skills to good use by volunteering to help others fix their bike, and earn a new bike at the end.
Hilltopper kits are hand built in batches by our team of craftspeople, and each kit is rigorously tested before leaving our shop.
For full kit purchases and any purchases containing a battery, please expect 7 - 14 business days for our team to build, test, and ship your kit.
For smaller items, such as accessories or components, please expect 1 - 3 business days for our team to process and ship your items.
For more detailed information, please check the product page of each kit for the latest updates regarding availability or email us at support@hilltopperbikes.com.
You read that right, free shipping* on all orders!
(*Applies only to orders in the contiguous 48 states.)
If you are unsatisfied for any reason with any of our products you can return it for a refund up to 30 days after purchase.
Please contact support@hilltopperbikes.com to initiate a return.
Return address:
Please be sure to include a note with your items that has your name, email address, phone number, order number, and why you are returning it. Without this information, we are unable to process your return.
Hilltopper Bikes
Technical Support Team Attn: (Order Number)
225 S Lucile St.
Seattle, WA 98108
USA
We stand behind the quality of our products:
Please contact support@HilltopperBikes.com to initiate a return.
Return address:
Please be sure to include a note with your items that has your name, email address, phone number, order number, and why you are returning it. Without this information, we are unable to process your return.
Hilltopper Bikes
Technical Support Team Attn: (Order Number)
225 S Lucile St.
Seattle, WA 98108
USA
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I”ve ridden all my life, but I’m 73 and have sustained a bit of damage along the way. I recently moved to Bushkill in the Pocono mountains and initially thought I would no longer be unable to ride, given this terrain. This morning, on my Hilltopper, I climbed from a crossing of the Saw Creek at 680 ft. to the top of the ridge between the Saw Creek and the Little Bushkill at 1100 ft. Google Earth it. The climb is 1.3 mile. Most of it with assist 3, no throttle. I got a little winded, but did not need to stop. It’s like having bionic legs, or an exoskeleton on wheels, or if a bicycle was a guitar, it would be like riding the amplifier.
I find the shifter to be a bit hessitant downshifting under the torque of a climb, sometimes needing a double click to get the shift. But that could well just be me learning to use it. Shifting pedal assist in sync with shifting gears takes some practice.
I wanted to change the position of one of the brake levers and they are both on so tight that I could not loosen them without clearly risking stripping the the interior of the bolt.
Packaging was good. Suffered a bit of no fault puncture damage. I think the front rack got bent a little, but not important. Assembly was a piece of cake.
The Hilltopper Discover is a solid machine and an awesome ride.