Aventon Sinch: A Folding Fat Tire Electric Bike for Trail and Town

We could all use something to make life a little easier. Something as fun as it is practical—as convenient during the workweek as during an adventurous weekend. That something? An electric bike, and more specifically, the Aventon Sinch.

The Aventon Sinch is a folding fat tire electric bike that excels as both an in-town commuter bike and an exciting trail tourer. The electric pedal assist makes it easy to cruise for miles at a good clip and pedal uphill without breaking a sweat, both on and off the pavement.

Meet the Aventon Sinch Step-Through Foldable Electric Bike!

What’s more, the Aventon Sinch is a folding ebike—a key part of why it’s so cool. That means it’s super portable and packable. You can fit it in the trunk of your car, under your office desk, or in a closet. Read on to learn more about the Aventon Sinch Step-Through Foldable Electric Bike.

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Aventon Sinch Step-Through Specifications

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Unique Features of the Aventon Sinch Step-Through Foldable Electric Bike

The Sinch is a highly-refined, extremely versatile folding electric bike. It can go with you, and take you, anywhere.

On trail or on pavement, the Aventon Sinch excels.

A Versatile Folding Electric Bike

Perhaps the most unique feature of the Aventon Sinch is its foldability. The aluminum alloy frame features a step-through design that makes it so you don’t have to swing your leg over anything to get on or off the seat. As such, the frame appears to be one solid beam, but in fact, it folds in a hinge at its lowest point near where the pedals connect.

The frame, hinge, and locking latch are incredibly robust, and the electric connections have been reinforced. Additionally, there’s a rigid stand that props up the entire ebike when you do fold it in half. It’s all very well thought out.

A compact package.

Along with the frame, the pedals fold in, and the handlebars fold down. This creates a compact package that can easily be stowed in a small vehicle’s trunk or an RV’s exterior storage space. And the best part? It takes less than a minute to fold down or unpack.

Easily fits inside this Volkswagen. No mounts needed!

Conveniently Powerful Electric Pedal Assist and Throttle

Though the Aventon Sinch does have seven easy-to-shift mechanical gears utilizing trigger shifters and a high-quality Shimano Acera derailleur, you can ride full-electric throttle if you so choose. The 672Wh battery can keep you cruising for 30 miles without a single rotation of the pedals after launch, and it’ll keep you moving for over 50 miles when using pedal assist.

Smooth gearing.

Speaking of which, there are five levels of pedal assist. You can utilize the various levels to achieve higher top speeds of up to 20 MPH (top speed is limited by default, but you can make it higher in the settings menu of the backlit color display). Alternatively, you can use the different levels of pedal assist to dial in just the right amount of torque to help you power up hills or navigate uneven terrain while biking off-trail.

The electric power passes through a 500w brushless hub motor. The battery can be charged while in the ebike’s frame for convenience, or it can be unlocked with a key and taken indoors separately as well. The Aventon Sinch is rated IPX4 water-resistant, which means all electrical components are safe from rain and minor splashes, but it’d be best to avoid submerging your ebike.

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A Remarkable Attention to Detail

We’ve already touched on the Aventon Sinch’s practicality and versatility, and a big part of that is because this is a fat tire electric bike. The 20-inch by 4-inch gum sidewall fat tires have a supple feel that absorbs potholes, roots, and rocks, and the fairly aggressive tread offers plenty of grip even when the streets or trails are slick with rain and mud.

Plus, the RST Guide suspension fork adds to the ride comfort, and the mechanical disc brakes provide supreme stopping power even in wet-weather conditions.

Electric pedal assist and soft suspension make off-trail exploring a joy.

And the backlit display mounted on the handlebars provides all of the relevant information you need to know about your bike and your trip. It contains a speedometer, odometer, battery level, power output, and more. The settings can be adjusted on the fly, and you can connect your Aventon Sinch to the Aventon mobile smartphone app for even more features and insights.

Aventon Sinch Step-Through Electric Bike Use Cases

There are countless reasons to get and ways to use an electric bike—even moreso with the foldable Aventon Sinch.  Here are a few of the ways in which we have used and would use this ebike.

Choose any path you wish to take.

• In-town commuter: Biking to and from work couldn’t be any easier. The Aventon Sinch has plenty of electric power for long commutes, and its packability means you can take it indoors and store it under your office desk if need be.
• Sightseeing: It’s often more fun to see the world by bike, rather than by car. Drive to your local wilderness area, park your car, unpack the Sinch, and go on a tour of the backroads. A fat tire electric bike is excellent for dirt road driving and beach biking.
• Car camping / Overlanding: You don’t need a large SUV or a vehicle bike-mounting setup to take the Aventon Sinch out for a fun weekend in the mountains. Just fold it down and place it in your trunk or backseat, and away you go! Having a fat tire electric bike will enable you to explore even further. You could use your ebike to make snack runs from camp to a nearby convenience store, cruise around a campground or park, or traverse bike-friendly trails.
• Bikepacking: Have you ever considered a long bikepacking trip? The Aventon Sinch can serve as a great touring ebike. Travel the paved and dirt roads from campground to campground, or other accommodations. You could traverse dozens of miles in a day and charge up the battery overnight.

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Is it easy to get around? It’s a Sinch!

Aventon’s Electric Bike Lineup

Aventon roots are deeply entrenched in the world of high-performance cycling, and that spirit has been carried over to the brand’s line of electric bikes. Alongside the Sinch, Aventon has a wide range of electric bike models to accommodate a variety of riding styles and needs.

The Aventon Sinch is a great all-around ebike.

Aventon Aventure

The Aventon Aventure is the most powerful and versatile ebike in the Aventon lineup. It ships as a Class II ebike, but it can easily be configured into a Class III ebike thanks to its high-capacity battery and powerful motor. If you want the top-of-the-line, you should see the Aventure.

Aventon Soltera

The Aventon Soltera sticks close to those performance-cycling roots. This sleek and slim ebike is available in either single-speed or seven-speed, and its minimalist design keeps it light in weight. It’s built for aggressive cycling and superb handling. Check out the Aventon Soltera if you’re in need of a dynamic city ebike.

Aventon Pace

The Aventon Pace is a cruiser ebike like no other. The upright frame and cushy saddle set you up for hours of comfort as you cruise about your day. The Pace is available in a high-powered 500 model and a more accessible 350 model. The choice is yours. Explore the Aventon Pace if you’re looking to ride in comfort.

Aventon Level

The Aventon level is the ultimate combination of form and function. This smooth rider makes for an excellent commuter ebike. It comes with a preinstalled rack so that you can carry everything you need for the office or the classroom. Take a look at the Aventon Level if you desire loads of utility from your ebike.

Aventon Sinch

And, of course, there is the Aventon Sinch. This is the most portable and packable electric bike that Aventon offers. You can use it to travel from your apartment to your office during the workweek, then place it in your trunk for an adventurous weekend out on the trails.

Having a good time riding the Sinch!

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At camp or on the commute, the Aventon Sinch will change your travels for the better.

To learn more about electric bikes, see our introductory guide to ebikes.

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Arthur McMahon

Arthur loves to walk. It's as simple as that. He believes walking is the best way to experience the world. Thru-hiking the Pacific Crest Trail was his first backpacking foray, and he hasn't stopped since. Follow his adventures and stories on Instagram.