# Torque-Sensing Urbane E-Bikes The 'Soltera 2' Offers a Responsive and Natural Riding Experience By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2023-08-29 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urbane-ebike References: [electrek.co](https://electrek.co/2023/08/08/aventon-soltera-2-review-affordable-commuter-e-bike/) & [aventon](https://www.aventon.com/products/soltera-2-ebike)  California-based [Aventon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aventon-level-3) caused a significant splash when it introduced the Soltera, an urbane e-bike that was well and truly designed for zipping around city streets, but the company is choosing to not rest on its laurels and has already gone about introducing a new and improved successor in the form of the 'Soltera 2,' which offers a range of upgraded features. The new 'Soltera 2' is an urbane e-bike that features the inclusion of a new torque sensor that is designed to ensure that the ebike's 350-watt motor does a batter job adapting to riders' pedaling power, which ultimately results in a ride that is more smooth and authentic. Meanwhile, the torque sensor also serves to extend range. Available in mid-step and step-over variants, each of which weigh in at 21 kg, the 'Soltera 2' is priced in at $1,399. Image Credit: Aventon ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 17% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Transportation](https://www.trendhunter.com/transportation) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Responsive Urban E-bikes:** The inclusion of a torque sensor in the Soltera 2 e-bike offers a more smooth and authentic riding experience, while also extending the range. - **Upgraded E-bike Features:** Aventon's Soltera 2 introduces a range of upgraded features, including a torque sensor, to enhance the performance and user experience of urban e-bikes. - **Improved E-bike Design:** The Soltera 2 e-bike from Aventon features a new and improved design that prioritizes responsive riding and a natural feel for city commuters. ### Who This Affects Most - **E-bike Manufacturing:** The inclusion of torque sensors in e-bikes presents opportunities for manufacturers to create more responsive and authentic riding experiences, attracting urban commuters. - **Urban Mobility Solutions:** The upgraded features and improved design of the Soltera 2 e-bike cater to the growing demand for efficient and sustainable urban mobility solutions. - **Sports and Recreation Equipment:** The Soltera 2 e-bike's advanced features, such as the torque sensor, offer innovation opportunities for the sports and recreation equipment industry to create enhanced biking experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Torque-Sensing Folding E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/torquesensing-folding-ebike.md) - [Torque-Sensing Cruiser E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cruiser-ebike.md) - [Torque-Sensing Commuter E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/torquesensing-commuter-ebikes.md) - [Torque-Sensing E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lmt-d-v2.md) - [Featherweight Smart E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/featherweight-smart-ebike.md) - [Commuter Cruiser eBike Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aventon-level2.md) - [Versatile Urban E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versatile-urban-ebike.md) - [Professional Torque-Sensing Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ocelot-pro-2.md) - [Energy-Efficient E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aventon-soltera.md)