Juiced RipRacer Review, 2024

In our Range Test (explained in the graphic above), our goal in this Juiced RipRacer review was to find out how far the Juiced RipRacer could travel on a single charge of its 52V, 811 watt-hour (Wh) battery. We achieved distances of 27.4 miles and 49.7 miles when we tested the bike with its maximum and minimum level of pedal assistance; most riders should fall somewhere between these figures when adapting their level of pedal assistance to their environment.

Juiced Bikes advertises a range of 55+ miles for the bike, and we consider our results to be close enough for validation purposes. Our test rider traveled for roughly 3.5 hours in the Eco mode test and also accumulated about 1700 feet of elevation gain throughout the test, so with that in mind, I feel comfortable stating that the bike could likely travel at least 55 miles on flatter terrain.

It’s worth mentioning that even the range of 27.4 miles in Sport mode is a solid result considering how much power the 750W rear-hub motor can eat through – and how quickly it can do it! But we learned that there wasn’t much of a sacrifice even in Eco mode; our test rider managed an average speed of about 16 miles per hour while performing this test.

As explained in our guide to e-bike batteries, there is a unique and important relationship between battery watt-hours and a motor’s nominal watt output. Going by the numbers, we expected our test in Sport Mode to be over in roughly an hour, but we achieved about 20% more time than expected and pedaled for an hour and 20 minutes. That may not seem like much of a difference, but it shows that the motor was using less energy than expected, allowing us to get more distance out of the battery’s charge.

Keep in mind that riding off-road will be more demanding than traveling on paved surfaces, and will thus deplete the battery faster – but the roughly 27-50 mile range we established leaves plenty of room for having fun in a variety of environments.

With its powerful motor and Fat Tire influence, we expected good results from the Juiced RipRacer in our Hill Test (explained in the graphic above). Even with high expectations, we were floored by the bike’s performance!

With just its throttle, the RipRacer gave a solid effort and made the climb in 1 minute and 19 seconds. Its average speed on the sprint was 13.7 miles per hour. This specific result wasn’t groundbreaking, but when compared to similar bikes we’ve tested (leaning heavily into the Fat Tire category, since we haven’t reviewed many BMX-influenced e-bikes), the RipRacer kept pace with other heavyweights of that style.

Its results with maximum pedal assistance were spectacular! We measured a time of just 61 seconds, and we maintained an average speed of 17.8 miles per hour up the trail. This result is one of the shortest/fastest we’ve ever measured at Hell Hole, and while it didn’t dethrone the fastest e-bike we’ve tested, that specific model came equipped with the advantage of dual motors.

The goal of our Brake Test in this Juiced RipRacer review was to evaluate and judge whether the Juiced RipRacer’s brake system had safe and effective stopping power in relation to its size and speed. We measured the performance of its brakes using the process described above.

The RipRacer is equipped with Logan E500 hydraulic disc brakes with 2-piston calipers and 180mm rotors. Our previous experiences with Logan brake systems have been entirely positive, so we anticipated a similar result and were not disappointed. The average stopping distance we calculated with three sets of data was an impressive 20’-7”.

For comparison purposes, I included data from the Fat Tire, Moped, and Utility e-bike categories, the combined current average of which was 19’-5”. While the RipRacer’s result was 14” beyond the average for these combined categories, it was an excellent performance in the larger picture. It’s not uncommon for the results in our Brake Test to approach 23 feet or beyond, so we are more than satisfied with the result we measured.

Good performance is naturally expected from hydraulic disc brakes; they are responsive and able to disperse heat effectively, especially when paired with 180mm (or larger) rotors. It may seem strange to include the results of Moped or Utility e-bikes in the comparison data, but these are often much closer in weight to the RipRacer’s 66.2 lbs. Weight is likely a factor in the bike’s excellent performance in this test; brake systems have less momentum to overcome with smaller/lighter bikes.

In my testing outside of the official Brake Test, the RipRacer’s brakes felt just as effective as they were by the numbers. With the short wheelbase, I noticed that it had a tendency to fishtail, but not to an unsafe degree. Otherwise, the bike’s 4”-wide tires kept it feeling stable and upright, and the brakes themselves had a significant amount of bite.

As we’ve established, the Juiced RipRacer is a relatively unique e-bike with its blend of Fat Tire and BMX features. This means that it does things a little differently in terms of fit and ride feel – but it works!

The RipRacer has just a single frame size, yet Juiced advertises that the bike can fit riders from 5’-0” to 6’-3”. With its tiny frame, we had no doubt about its ability to accommodate short riders, but we couldn’t help but find the high-end claims a smidge dubious. Some of our test riders are in the neighborhood of 6’-5” and – to our great surprise – they felt comfortable!

Getting “proper” leg extension is typically less of a concern on BMX bikes where riders often stand, and this will likely hold true with tall riders on the RipRacer, but even at my 5’-11”, the bike felt quite comfortable to ride seated. The saddle, handlebars, and ergonomic rubber grips provided a surprisingly excellent blend of comfort and control throughout my testing.

I was able to maintain a relatively upright riding position with the saddle set at its max height, but taller riders may experience a more forward-leaning position to reach the characteristically low handlebars. A benefit of the BMX-style riser bars is their adjustability; while the rest of the fit is mostly non-adjustable, the handlebars can be rotated to adapt the bike’s reach to a relatively large degree.

I tend to like the oddballs, the outliers, and the underdogs more than most because they dare to be different. In these cases, minor flaws are easy to overlook because of the bold leaps made in an attempt to stand out. With the Juiced Bikes RipRacer – a playful, uncommon, and unexpected style of e-bike – I think it’s clear why Juiced has established themselves as giants in the industry.

The RipRacer is clearly meant for a younger audience with a penchant for adrenaline. It’s all about riding fast and hard, having fun, and living life to the fullest. It had spectacular performance across the board in our testing, and ultimately, there’s not much to critique!

My wish list for the bike boils down to a single item: I’d prefer the bike’s cadence sensors to be a hair more responsive to make getting started easier without the throttle. Otherwise, I think it’s important to reiterate that the RipRacer fits, rides, and feels differently than a full-size Fat Tire e-bike – but in no way do I think that should be a deterrent.

The RipRacer is a seriously impressive bike with a lighthearted flair, and aside from its different feel and fit, it does not require any compromises. It’s powerful, it’s portable, it’s affordable – and it’s sure to turn heads when you’re riding!

Happy Riding! Make sure to let us know if you have any questions down in our comments section or if you think we left anything out in this review of the Juiced Bikes RipRacer.