After much research, I purchased the Aventure.2 e-bike. I am very pleased with the entire experience. Here's an overview:
1) Communication. The company emailed me as soon as my order was complete. Then a second email included an assembly video and a user manual. Another email announced when it shipped, with a tracking number. Overall, I have received 8-10 email from Aventon, with useful and timely info.
2) Build Quality. This bike seems very solid. Even the box it came in is solid! (my only complaint about the box it shipped in would be that everything was wrapped and protected except the front tire, which was resting against the main tube and scuffed the paint a little during transport.) The assembly video was complete and easy to follow. Everything went together easily and everything seems solid.
3) Performance. The bike is so much fun to ride! it has plenty of power and rides nicely. My first ride was a 12 mile ride in just over 30 minutes, averaging 21.5mph. But, if i keep the assist low enough, it is still a great cardio workout. It extends my riding time, which is what I was after. There is a dirt trail by my house that I ride with my traditional mountain bike, and that bike struggled through the ruts and washouts, but not this bike. With the **** tires, it takes on ruts, washouts, sand - it is the most surefooted bike I have ever ridden
4) The turn signals, racks, and fender are all well designed and solid.
5) Things to know: (A) This bike is not quiet! with the **** tires and the hub motor, I won't be sneaking up on anyone. (B) The brakes are brand name and good quality, but the bike is heavy and doesn't stop on a dime (C) The extra battery has already come and will extend the riding (D) The range on the bike is between 40-80 miles, depending on the level of assist that I am using. I'm very satisfied with the range (E) the pedal clearance is rally low. I've already hit my pedal on the ground when riding ruts or across steep grades. I am trying to learn to rest my pedals at 3-9 instead of 12-6. None of these are deal breakers, but worth mentioning.
Final analysis - I am incredibly happy with this bike! It is a great ride, lots of fun, and so far has met or exceeded every expectation.

Ed K
Bismarck, ND

The bike is amazing super sturdy, great features and a good looking bike.

Just purchased a step-through Aventure 2 for my wife. We are having a blast riding our bikes on pavement or trails. Get outta the way here we come.

Aventure.2 Ebike

This is the best bike I have ever owned, and I've owned a lot of bikes. So far I have put about 130 miles on it in just a couple of weeks. The Adventure2 bike is very comfortable to ride with an ideal balance of not too far leaning forward yet not too upright, allowing for excellent control at all speeds. I live near a lake area with a mix of gravel, dirt paths, hills and paved routes. Anything from easy cruising to riding on dirt trails, loose sand, gravel and hills this bike handles so well on all terrain I've tested it on with the perfect amount of assistance(the toque sensor technology is amazing. I'll never buy an e-bike with a cadence sensor). Assembly was easy of you are even the least bit handy. Don't wait to pull the trigger on purchasing this bike, you will not regret it!