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You'll feel like you have quads of steel as you flatten hills, get a rush from rush hour and even roll down dirt roads to camp if you like, on the fast, nimble Co-op Cycles CTY e2.2 electric bike.

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Features

  • An upgrade from the CTY e2.1 with a more powerful motor for improved acceleration and hill climbing, better battery to support the motor and increase range and fenders
  • Low stand-over height design makes the bike easy to get on and off and easy to stabilize while standing at a stop
  • Upright riding position gives you great visibility; adjustable stem lets you fine-tune the cockpit to fit you
  • Shimano e6100 motor is the strong, silent type, with more torque than that of the CTY e2.1, offering 3 pedal-assist modes plus a walk mode
  • Shimano E8010 504Wh battery extends your range and is equipped with an ABUS lock so you can feel confident parking it around town
  • Suntour front suspension fork smooths out the ride with 75mm of travel
  • 27.5 in. wheels with multisurface tread profile let you roll fast on hard pack, grip on gravel or dirt roads
  • Shimano hydraulic disc brakes deliver reliable, nuanced stopping power
  • Integrated rear rack facilitates grocery runs, commuting or adding a kid carrier; pannier compatible with a weight limit of 59 lbs
  • Included front and rear lights run on the battery so you don't need to think about keeping them charged
  • Included front and rear fenders for riding in less-than-ideal weather
  • Center kickstand is easy to use and super stable
  • Battery charger included
  • Bicycle weight limit is 300 lbs. total, including rider + all gear carried on the bike and on the rider's body
  • NOTE: Specs and images are subject to change based on component availability

Imported.

This e-bike comes with Coast to Coast Support, which includes:
  • 1 year of free adjustments (see more below)
  • In-store bike assembly
  • Pickup in store or curbside
  • Bike experts available at 170+ bike shops
REI Co-op Members get more:
  • An additional year of free adjustments on e-bikes
  • 20% off shop services
  • Free tubes with purchase of flat tire repair (Co-op Cycles brand tubes only; tube must be installed at time of purchase)
More about our free adjustments:
New bikes go through a normal break-in period, after which they should be readjusted. All electric bicycles sold at REI include free adjustments for the defined period (one year after purchase date for non-members, or two years for REI Co-op Members)—as many times as you need. Included: derailleur and brake adjustments, lateral wheel truing, hub and headset bearing adjustments, tire inflation, chain lubrication and e-bike firmware updates. Not included: replacement or installation of new components or accessories, any other services. Call your local REI Co-op Bike Shop for more information.

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Technical Specs

Best Use

Urban Cycling

E-Bike Classification

Class 1: pedal assist up to 20 mph

Motor

Shimano E6100 250W with Shimano E8010 36V/504Wh battery (max torque output 60Nm)

Motor Type

Mid-Drive

Motor Torque (Nm)

60 Newton meters

Battery Type

Lithium Ion

Battery Capacity (Wh)

504 watt hours

Battery Removable

Yes

Charge Time (hrs)

4 hours

Pedal Assist Range

50 miles

Frame

6061 Aluminum

Step-Through

No

Bike Suspension

Front Suspension

Fork

Suntour MOBIE-A32

Fork Travel

75 millimeters

Crankset

Shimano FC-E6100

Bottom Bracket

Shimano FSA

Shifters

Shimano Acera, Rapidfire plus, 9-speed

Rear Derailleur

Shimano Alivio RD-M3100, 9-speed

Rear Cogs

Shimano HG200; 11-34, 9-speed

Number of Gears

9 gear(s)

Brake Type

Hydraulic Disc Brake

Brakes

Shimano Altus

Brake Levers

Shimano

Rims

Co-op Cycles double-wall, 36h

Front Hub

Shimano Alivio

Rear Hub

Shimano Alivio

Wheel Size

27.5 inches

Tires

Schwalbe Big Ben 27.5 x 1.95 in.

Tire Width

1.95 inches

Handlebar Shape

Riser Bar

Handlebar

Co-op Cycles 6061 aluminum

Stem

Promax HQ adjustable

Seat Post

Co-op aluminum

Saddle

Co-op Comfort Plus with memory foam

Pedals

FPD alloy

Chain

Shimano for e-bike

Weight

51.9 pounds

Bike Weight

Bike weight is based on median size, as sold, or the average of two median sizes.

Gender

Unisex

Sustainability

From a Climate Label Certified brand

Size Chart

Co-op Cycles Bikes (172495, 172496, 198781)
SML
Height Range5'0"-5'6"5'6"-5'9"5'6"-6'3"
Reach370380390
Stack612621649
Effective Top Tube558577602
Seat Tube Center-Top375425475
Standover Height676755790
Head Tube Length135145175
Head Tube Angle (degrees)707070
Seat Tube Angle (degrees)7372.572
Fork Offset444444

Sizing Notes

Measurements are stated in millimeters unless otherwise indicated.

How we measure bikes

  1. Standover Height Standover Height is a measurement from the ground to the top of the top tube, measured at the midpoint of the top tube.
  2. Reach Reach is the horizontal distance from the center of the cranks to the center of the head tube, measured at head tube level.
  3. Stack Stack is the vertical distance from the center of the cranks to the center of the head tube, measured to the top of the head tube.
  4. Effective Top Tube Effective top tube is the distance from the center of the head tube to the center of the seat tube/seat post, measured parallel to the ground.
  5. Seat Tube Center to Top Seat Tube length is the measurement of the seat tube, from the center of the cranks to the top of the seat tube.
  6. Head Tube Length Head Tube Length is measured from the bottom to the top of the head tube.
  7. Head Tube Angle Head Tube Angle is the acute angle between the head tube and the ground (measured towards the rear of the bike)
  8. Seat Tube Angle Seat Tube Angle is the acute angle between the seat tube and the ground (measured towards the rear of the bike).
  9. Bottom Bracket Height Bottom Bracket Height is a measurement taken vertically from the ground up to the center of the cranks.
  10. Wheelbase Wheelbase is the measurement from the center of the front axle to the center of the rear axle.
  11. Chainstay Length Chainstay Length is the measurement from the center of the cranks to the center of the rear axle.
  12. Fork Offset Fork Offset, or rake, is the distance from the front axle to a line drawn parallel to the center of the head tube or steering axis.
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Reviews
118 reviews with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars

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61 out of 73 (84%) reviewers recommend this product

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Most Helpful Favorable Review

5 reviews with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars
Pleasantly Surprised
BLeVan
2 years ago
I've over 3,800 miles on another e-bike with a class 3 500W rear wheel motor and five pedal assist options. I much perfer this 250W mid motor. After 350 miles, I realize that it's a much more natural ride with the torgue sesnor vs. cadence sensor. I thought I would miss the extra watts and the throttle option of the class 3 e-bike. However, I really don't. Yes, the bike makes me work a tiny bit harder, but I was getting lazy and using the throttle on the previous e-bike too much. That said, I have 250 additional watts to whatever watts I'm putting out. This is more than adequate for me. I'm impressed with how quiet the bike is, how stable the handling is, and the overall quality of the bike. The built-in rear rack suits me fine. I didn't think I'd like the smaller display screen, but found it to actually be less distracting than a large one. The rear wheel on my previous bike kept breaking spokes, likey because of the stress of a rear wheel motor and torque. This is not a problem with the CTY e2.2. I also like that the rear wheel is a quick release system, making removal and reinstallation a breeze compared to the challenging wheel removal of a bike with rear wheel motor. In terms of stated distance, I've had one 45 mile ride on the bike with plenty of battery to spare. So, it suits my mileage needs well. I was not a fan of the seat, and switched it out. I found it to be too soft. I also switched out handlebars, but only because of a spinal condition requiring a more upright riding position. Overall, I'm enjoying this bike a great deal. I realize that the kind of biking one does will determine what they need. For me, someone who rides 3000 miles a year for recreation, averages 13 to 15mph, and needs to transport things at times, this fits the bill.
BLeVan
94 people found this review helpful

Most Helpful Critical Review

5 reviews with an average rating of 2.0 out of 5 stars
Bones are good, motor fell short
Whitebirdie
4 years ago
Test rode before ordering, loved it. A couple of weeks later my bike came in to the store. On my first ride and at the first hill, I dropped my gears prior to going into the hill (and every hill after) and attempted to get assistance at every power level to no avail. I could tell the motor was on and it would assist me going down the hill when it was not needed. A frustrating hour ride and I headed back home thinking I’ll read the manual, I must be missing something. Read the manual cover to cover nothing discovered that I didn’t learn from the brief introductory at the REI store. Attempted the following weekend. Same result, so I rode it to my local REI store, they put it on their computer, no error message but they did perform software updates. I left riding my bike with the same result, first hill no assist whatsoever. I immediately turned around took it back to the store, their response was to check it again, again no issues could found on the computer. But they did make the simple suggestion of when it happens to immediately stop, turn the system off for 30 seconds or a minute and then turn it back on and try again - like rebooting a computer. I left the store, same thing first hill no response from the motor. I stopped mid-hill, performed the reboot and it worked, great! I did a long ride and never had another issue on that ride. Next weekend, headed out for my ride, at the first hill same issue, but this time I had the solution and it worked again 15 miles later I’m back home pleased with my ride. Following weekend, again at the first hill same issue with same result only this time I had enough. At $2,500 no one should have to reboot their system at every first hill, I returned it to REI and will search for a new e-bike.
Whitebirdie
Atlanta, GA
76 people found this review helpful

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Jpcoregon
Portland, OR
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Enjoyable bike.

2 years ago

First electric assist bike purchased. Quite enjoyable so far. Good value at REI. I have a Thule bike rack that accommodates two bicycles, the type where there are two areas for each of the bike’s tires to fit into and then a bar that secures the front tires. The fenders on this bike make that bike rack difficult/pain to use. REI suggested, putting a piece of foam in between the tire and the fender when I used it so as not to bend or damage the fender itself. Since we don’t ride really very often in the rain, I just removed the fenders entirely and things seem to be just fine. It looks now less of a cruiser and more of an off-toadfish bike, but it’s a bike…not too concerned about the looks. I added dual panniers to increase utility and replaced the Schwalbe Big Ben tires for the highest caliber of tire Schwalbe makes, which is significantly more puncture resistant…and rolls terrifically. We just didn’t want to be miles and miles out on a trail and get a flat and take the time to change/repair a flat on an electric bike. Seems quite a bit more time consuming and to reduce the chances of getting a flat, we went with specific E bike tires by Schwalbe. They actually were shipped from the UK and REI was kind enough to put them on for free. Overall, the bike is a 5/5 so far. I came upon a man with a much higher caliber bike at my gym the other day. He paid more than double ($4,400)than the cost of the REI bike and, indeed, it’s much more advanced with more features and is quite a bit better built, and as he mentioned, in humor, his white and black bike with black accents is a heck of a lot better looking and it’s hard to argue that point but all in all, both bikes would get me exactly to where I would want to go just fine. I did like the idea of when his electric bike is off, the back wheel automatically locks so if someone were to steal it, they couldn’t get the back wheel rolling anyway. There was also a built-in locking mechanism in addition to that. Cool stuff, but cool stuff costs quite a bit more money on e-bikes. I just bought this to take occasional trips on local trails plus to ride it to the gym on a hilly 8 mile route. Again, the value of this bike so far, has been quite impressive. No complaints. Anything changes, I will update accordingly. 5/5.

Age:45–54
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Inseam:34"
Height:6'0"
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Multiple times per week
Yes , I recommend this product
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ZippyRider
Madison, Wisconsin
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Love my bike - one piece of feedback.

3 years ago

I love my bike - riding it 4 or 5 days each week. Live in Madison Wisconsin where the trails are fabulous. Zippy (my bike) is great and I have felt confident on it and it is quite comfortable. One flaw in the design of the SMALL bike is that the location on the bolts for a water bottle holder make it impossible to put a water bottle in with the battery right there. I took the bike to the Madison REI store and the bike guy looked at it and acknowledged the problem. He said it would work there for the Medium and large bikes because of the different placement of the tubes. Please take a look at it! Thanks for a great bike otherwise.

Age:55–64
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Inseam:30"
Height:5'4"
Experience Level:Casual
Riding Frequency:Multiple times per week
Yes , I recommend this product
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Dizzy
Gainesville, FL
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

An absolute joy & unironically the best investment

4 years ago

Got mine in Oct 2021, last one in stock before they sold out the rest of the year. I had been researching and looking to trade up to an e-bike for the better part of two years. I learned that REI sold bikes and e-bikes and thought I'd go see what my local store had in stock. I went to the store, and after coming across this bike, I took it for a test ride and was hooked and bought it that day after two years of indecision. Now after 4-5 months, I've ridden over one thousand miles on this bike with zero performance or hardware issues, and all of the benefits of making it my main way to get around. The best part was that the purchase of the bike covered the costs of getting locks and other accessories thanks to the membership dividend and a gift card I received for purchasing the bike. All of the components are practical and high quality, the upright riding position, handgrips and saddle are extremely comfortable, and the brakes... chef's kiss. Pros: ~Is an absolute steal for the price ~Super efficient drivetrain: 120+ miles at an avg. speed of 16mph on Eco, 80+ miles at an avg. speed of 20mph on Normal, 60+ miles at an avg. speed of 20mph on High. ~Easy to pedal without power ~Solid acceleration even in eco (I weigh 176lbs) ~Comfortable(I often ride 30-60 miles at a time with zero soreness) ~Stable at high speeds ~Fully integrated lights ~Heavy duty integrated rear rack ~Fast charge time, about 2hr from 20% to full, but only 30-45min when following best battery care practices (i.e. charging up to 80ish% from no lower than 40ish% which is about 50+ miles on this bike, storing the battery, and ideally the bike with it, in a space safe from the elements.) ~Bipod kickstand is very solid if a little different getting use to. ~The fenders are nice, but rattle ever so slightly going over harsh bumps, but is bolted on tight. Could use a mud guard or slight extension for the front fender ~The interface is very simple and straight forward ~Looks clean and is a downright neck-snappingly sexy bike Cons: ~Accessing the menus, particularly to turn on/off the lights are unintuitive and inconvenient. Would be nice if future versions could feature a button mapped to allow you to turn on/off the lights without having to stop to access a menu. ~Wish the rear light had brake light functionality with the lights on or off similar to Rad Power Bikes' models. ~The front fender could use a mud flap or be extended an extra inch to better deflect heavy debris/water. (Its still like 98% effective as is) ~Would be nice if REI offered the same bike but with upgradeable drivetrain options such as the Enviolo CVT hub to severely eliminate the inevitable wear and tear that will befall the (notably excellent) chaindrive. All things considered, its a solid bike(literally its built like a tank) and aside from my brief complaints and suggestions, I couldn't imagine ever trading up to a better bike because it sincerely doesn't exist(but would ;) if they implement these few suggestions).

Age:18–24
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Inseam:Less than 28"
Height:5'9"
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Daily
Yes , I recommend this product

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AllieB
Knoxville, TN
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

LOVE this bike!!

2 years ago

I am 5 feet tall and I purchased the small. It fits me perfectly! I spent a lot of time shopping around online and after reading many reviews and going into REI to talk to a salesperson I decided on this bike. I am so glad I did. The store staff was incredibly helpful and knowledgable. I have not bought a bike in 30 years and was hesitant because of the cost of ebikes. But I know that this bike is going to bring me back to bike riding after a long hiatus. There are many perks to buying this nike form REI. It has the best components for an ebike in this price range. You get 2 years of service for free. And the return policy cannot be beaten.

Age:45–54
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'0"
Experience Level:Casual
Riding Frequency:A few times per month
Yes , I recommend this product

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NiceInBoylston
Boylston, MA
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Life or Marriage Changing?

3 years ago

I've avoided riding for a few years since my knees became arthritic. (am 58 y/o female). Hubby would go for these long glorious rides and I'd sit at home! This bike allows me to get back to riding again with him! Tech is very intuitive. I upgraded from the 2.1 to this 2.2 and the extra cost is worth it. Things I will change are: seat and pedals. Will also remove the rattling fenders since I don't need them. Also water bottle cage locations are not ideal. But these issues are minor considering this bike is excellent! Also shout out to REI in Framingham and Reading (both stores involved) for amazing service. Get this bike!

Age:55–64
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Inseam:30"
Height:5'6"
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Once per week
Yes , I recommend this product

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peatfeat
silverton or
Rated 2.0 out of 5 stars

Some things are nice, some things not so nice ....

2 years ago

Purchased two bikes - a small and a large. Loved the rack, the smooth gear changes. Had a problem with both of them with the motor not engaging. Took them to REI and was told the fix was to stop the bike, turn off the battery and then turn it back on. Yes that works. But in all 3 times we have ridden, we have to stop multiple times and "reset" or "reengage" the motor. Shimano has a diagnostic app that we ran and found that everytime we rode, there were errors. They said if you keep getting these errors the fix is to return the bike. I think it meant return for repair but we are just going to return them. Ruins the outing having to stop while climbing a hill to reset your bike.

Age:65–74
Weight:200–225 lbs.
Inseam:32"
Height:5'10"
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Once per week
No, I do not recommend this product

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max_r
new hope, pa
Rated 4.0 out of 5 stars

excellent but heavy bike

3 years ago

the bike is very comfortable and easy to ride, in eco mode the charge lasts for 70+ miles easily. Unfortunately, after riding it for about 100 miles I decided to return it. Being so heavy and large in general, even in size medium, it is very challenging to put it inside my car. Even without front wheel and a battery it is still very heavy. Putting it on a roof rack was also very challenging. My car has a hitch, but I didn't want to buy extra hitch rack just for this bike, besides it wouldn't work well with 1-1/4 inch class I hitch. So if you are buying this type of bicycle you need to keep in mind that you will have to ride it from your home and taking it with you anywhere by car is difficult. I didn't realize that. I am no longer considering bikes that weigh 50+ lbs because I don't want to limit myself riding to my neighborhood.

Age:35–44
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:6'0"
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Once per week
Yes , I recommend this product

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Anonymous
Las Vegas
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Nice ride

4 years ago

I’m biased cause I work for REI, however this is a solid bike. I bought thee CTY e2.2. I just took it for a 20 mile ride, and it only used 1/5 of battery power. Over half of my ride was going up steep hills. I only had to use ECO or Normal mode to get up that hill. I weigh 250 pounds, but the bike felt stable and balanced. The Shimano e6100 motor felt smooth and quiet. I thought about buying Trek Verve 2, but this bike cost less and comes with better motor cranking out 60 Nm. If has an impressive list of standard components. I’m happy about buying this bike. I look forward to my commute to work.

Age:55–64
Weight:225–250 lbs.
Inseam:32"
Height:5'11"
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Daily
Yes , I recommend this product

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Bike Commuter
Colorado
Rated 3.0 out of 5 stars

Nice bike but too big and heavy

3 years ago

I wanted to love this bike but wound up returning it. It is well built, has solid features, rides smoothly, and looks great. But, it's definitely heavy and much too large for me even though the website shows that the small geometry will work for people 5'0" to 5'6". I am 5'2" and didn't feel comfortable on it. Oddly, there's a sticker on the bike that says it's good for 5'3" to 5'6" so the website should be updated to match.

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BLeVan
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Pleasantly Surprised

2 years ago

I've over 3,800 miles on another e-bike with a class 3 500W rear wheel motor and five pedal assist options. I much perfer this 250W mid motor. After 350 miles, I realize that it's a much more natural ride with the torgue sesnor vs. cadence sensor. I thought I would miss the extra watts and the throttle option of the class 3 e-bike. However, I really don't. Yes, the bike makes me work a tiny bit harder, but I was getting lazy and using the throttle on the previous e-bike too much. That said, I have 250 additional watts to whatever watts I'm putting out. This is more than adequate for me. I'm impressed with how quiet the bike is, how stable the handling is, and the overall quality of the bike. The built-in rear rack suits me fine. I didn't think I'd like the smaller display screen, but found it to actually be less distracting than a large one. The rear wheel on my previous bike kept breaking spokes, likey because of the stress of a rear wheel motor and torque. This is not a problem with the CTY e2.2. I also like that the rear wheel is a quick release system, making removal and reinstallation a breeze compared to the challenging wheel removal of a bike with rear wheel motor. In terms of stated distance, I've had one 45 mile ride on the bike with plenty of battery to spare. So, it suits my mileage needs well. I was not a fan of the seat, and switched it out. I found it to be too soft. I also switched out handlebars, but only because of a spinal condition requiring a more upright riding position. Overall, I'm enjoying this bike a great deal. I realize that the kind of biking one does will determine what they need. For me, someone who rides 3000 miles a year for recreation, averages 13 to 15mph, and needs to transport things at times, this fits the bill.

Age:65–74
Weight:200–225 lbs.
Inseam:30"
Height:5'10"
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Multiple times per week
Yes , I recommend this product

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