Ridstar H20

What the Ridstar H20 is built for

The Ridstar H20 is an electric mountain bike for trails and off-road riding.

It has a 1,000 W motor and a top speed of 28 mph (45 km/h).

It carries a 720 Wh removable battery.

The Ridstar H20 weighs 63 lb (28.6 kg), carries up to 331 lb (150 kg) including the rider and has front suspension.

In the United States the Ridstar H20 sells for $981, below the median of $1,299 across 22 electric mountain bikes with a US price, among the more affordable models. That is $1 per watt-hour of battery.

Where the Ridstar H20 may be ridden

In the European Union and the United Kingdom an e-bike counts as a bicycle only within the pedelec limits; as specified, its 1,000 W motor is above the 250 W limit and its 28 mph (45 km/h) top speed is above the 25 km/h at which assistance must stop. A model above those limits is treated as a moped there, with type approval, registration and insurance, unless the brand sells a version set to the European limits.

Ridstar H20 safety certification

The brand's listing for the Ridstar H20 does not state a UL 2849 or EN 15194 certification. New York City allows only e-bikes certified to UL 2849 to be sold or rented there, and California requires certified batteries from 2026; ask the seller for the certificate before buying.