VTUVIA Zeal XT8 750W Step-Through Commuter Electric Bike
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VTUVIA Zeal XT8 750W Step-Through Commuter Electric Bike
The only air-sprung fork in the range, on the bike VTUVIA built for hills.
The VTUVIA Zeal XT8 is a 750 W step-through commuter with an air suspension fork, a 720 Wh LG pack and up to 80 miles of assist. It makes 85 N·m, carries 350 lb and runs TEKTRO hydraulic discs on 27.5 × 2.6-inch tires. $1,799 in Glacier White, shipped free to the lower 48.
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- 750 WMotor
- 720 WhBattery
- Class 2Class
- 80 miRange
- 350 lbMax load
What you get with the Zeal XT8
An air fork with a lockout, which nothing else here has
Every other VTUVIA runs a coil suspension fork. The XT8 gets an air spring with a lock, so it can be set to your weight rather than the factory's guess at it, and locked out rigid when the road turns smooth and you want the effort going into the wheel.
80 miles, from the biggest pack on a Zeal
48 V 15 Ah of LG cells — 720 Wh, against the LT7's 624 Wh. VTUVIA rates it to 80 miles on assist and 50 on the throttle, and it charges in about 6.5 hours, the quickest in the range.
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85 N·m against the LT7's 65
A 750 W hub rated to a 1,200 W peak, on the same V-Adapt torque sensor. That is the same torque figure as the fat-tire Reindeer and SN100, on a lighter 65 lb city frame.
TEKTRO hydraulics
TEKTRO discs rather than the LOGAN units most of the range carries, on the 27.5 × 2.6-inch city tires the LT7 shares.
Why buy the Zeal XT8 from Redtail
Free shipping to the lower 48
Free shipping on every electric bike within the contiguous United States (lower 48). Orders are prepared and dispatched within 1–3 business days of confirmation, and most e-bikes arrive within 5–10 business days after dispatch, depending on location. It ships by UPS, FedEx or freight, and your tracking number is emailed the moment it leaves.
Pay over time
With Shop Pay, a $1,799 purchase could be split into 12 monthly payments of $162.37 at 15% APR.
Rates from 0-36% APR. Payment options through Shop Pay Installments are subject to an eligibility check and are provided by these lending partners: affirm.com/lenders. Options depend on your purchase amount, and a down payment may be required. State notices to consumers: affirm.com/licenses.
Warranty and damage claims
VTUVIA writes its warranty for bikes bought from its own website and sends a retailer purchase back to the retailer for after-sales service — that retailer is us. Power, charging and component faults are covered under the manufacturer warranty where it applies, and our US support desk coordinates the repair or replacement remotely, so you are not the one writing to a factory.
If it arrives damaged, note it with the carrier and send us photos within 48 hours: we file the claim with the carrier and arrange a replacement or repair.
US support, before and after
Call (213) 444-4020 or email us and a person in the United States answers, before you order and after it arrives.
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Who the Zeal XT8 750W step-through ebike is for
Get the Zeal XT8 if your commute has real climbing in it, or runs long enough that 80 miles of rated assist is the difference between charging nightly and charging twice a week.
Two things to check before you order
- Your height. 5'3" to 6'2" in VTUVIA's sizing — the same window as the LT7.
- Color. VTUVIA sells the XT8 in Glacier White only. If color choice matters more than the air fork, the Zeal LT7 comes in two.
How the Zeal XT8 compares with what else we sell
The XT8 is the LT7 with the hill hardware: $500 more buys 750 W over 500 W, 85 N·m over 65, 80 miles over 70, and the air fork. Against our wider shelf the Himiway A7 Pro is $800 more for a mid-drive, and the Eunorau META275 2.0 is $100 less on narrower tires.
| Bike | Price | Motor | Range | Max load | Stands out for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VTUVIA Zeal XT8 | $1,799 | 750 W | 80 mi | 350 lb | air suspension fork with lockout, 80-mile rating |
| VTUVIA Zeal LT7 | $1,299 | 500 W | 70 mi | 350 lb | 62 lb, a torque sensor and the lowest price in the range |
| Eunorau META275 2.0 | $1,699 | 500 W | 100 mi | 286 lb | torque sensor |
| Himiway A7 Pro | $2,599 | 500 W | 50 mi | 300 lb | mid-drive, torque sensor, UL certified |
| Eahora Juliet | $1,499 | 1000 W | 120 mi | UL certified |
Range and load are each maker's own published rating, read September 19, 2026. Makers measure range differently, so the column compares claims rather than a single test.
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Zeal XT8 specifications
Every row is VTUVIA's own published figure, read from its specification for this model on September 19, 2026.
| Motor | 750 W rear hub |
|---|---|
| Motor (peak) | 1,200 W |
| Torque | 85 N·m |
| System voltage | 48 V |
| Battery | 720 Wh |
| Battery (V × Ah) | 48 V, 15 Ah |
| Battery cells | LG lithium-ion |
| Class | Class 2 |
| Range (pedal assist) | up to 80 mi |
| Range (throttle only) | up to 50 mi |
| Sensor | V-Adapt™ torque |
| Controller | 48 V, 25 A |
| Charger | 54.6 V, 2 A |
| Charging time | about 6.5 hours |
| Brakes | dual TEKTRO hydraulic disc brakes |
| Brake rotors | 180 mm martensitic stainless steel |
| Tires | 27.5 × 2.6 in |
| Frame | 6061 aluminum alloy |
| Frame style | step-through |
| Folds | no |
| Fork | front air |
| Suspension | air suspension fork with lock |
| Display | 3.5-inch full color, high brightness, adjustable angle |
| Throttle | thumb throttle |
| Pedal assist | 3 modes × 5 levels |
| Shift lever | Shimano m315 8 speed |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano m310 8 speed |
| Cassette | Shimano hg2008 8 speed 12-32t |
| Pedals | aluminum alloy pedals |
| Stem | aluminum alloy adjustable |
| Seatpost | aluminum alloy |
| Headlight | 10 W LED, 120 lux |
| Rear light | 48 V rear light and turn signals |
| Fenders | plastic standard fenders, included |
| Rear rack | included |
| Kickstand | included |
| Rider height | 5'3" to 6'2" |
| Recommended inseam | 28 to 34 in |
| Total capacity | 350 lb, rider and cargo together |
| Weight | 65 lb, with rack and fenders |
| Ideal use | city commuting |
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Riding the Zeal XT8 legally
Federal law defines a low-speed electric bicycle at 15 U.S.C. § 2085(b): a "low-speed electric bicycle" is a two- or three-wheeled vehicle with fully operable pedals, a motor of less than 750 watts, and a maximum motor-powered speed on a paved level surface of less than 20 miles per hour when ridden by an operator weighing 170 pounds.
The Zeal XT8's published figures are 750 W and a Class 2, 20 mph cap.
States then set their own rules on top of that, and most use a three-class system that decides where you can ride, whether a helmet is required and whether there is a minimum age. Our state-by-state guide sets out what each one says.
Frequently asked questions
What motor does the Zeal XT8 have?
A 48 V, 750 W rear brushless hub rated to a 1,200 W peak, making 85 N·m.
How far can the Zeal XT8 go on one charge?
VTUVIA rates it to 80 miles on pedal assist and 50 on the throttle, from 48 V 15 Ah of LG cells — 720 Wh.
Can the Zeal XT8 handle steep hills?
85 N·m and 750 W, on an air fork that can be set to your weight. Within VTUVIA only the CMB 8-Speed beats it for gradient, at 175 N·m through a mid-drive.
What makes the Zeal XT8 better than the LT7?
Motor, torque, range, fork and brakes. The XT8 is 750 W, 85 N·m, 80 miles, air-sprung and TEKTRO-braked; the Zeal LT7 is 500 W, 65 N·m, 70 miles, coil-sprung and $500 less.
Is the Zeal XT8 suitable for heavy and tall riders?
350 lb of total capacity and a 5'3"–6'2" rider window, in VTUVIA's sizing.
Does the Zeal XT8 have both pedal assist and a throttle?
Both. A thumb throttle, plus three pedal-assist modes across five levels.
How long does the Zeal XT8 take to charge?
About 6.5 hours — the shortest charge time VTUVIA publishes for any of these bikes.
Is the Zeal XT8 suitable for seniors?
A step-through frame, hydraulic brakes and 65 lb. The air fork also lets a lighter rider soften the front end rather than living with a spring set for someone heavier.
Do I need a license to ride the Zeal XT8?
750 W with a Class 2, 20 mph cap in VTUVIA's rating.
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What’s next after you order
Orders are prepared and dispatched within 1–3 business days of confirmation, and most e-bikes arrive within 5–10 business days after dispatch, depending on location. It arrives part-assembled in a freight box: the front wheel, handlebars, pedals and saddle are the usual steps, and the tools come with it.
Inspect your shipment at delivery. Damage, defects or an incorrect item must be reported with photos within 48 hours. Damaged in transit, reported within 48 hours with photos: Redtail files the carrier claim and arranges a replacement or repair. If we shipped the wrong product or made an error, we correct it in full and cover all shipping.
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Further reading
our commuter e-bike guide · our step-through e-bike guide · our 750 W e-bike guide · our long-range e-bike guide
How we verified this page. We checked every specification on it against VTUVIA's own published specification for this model (vtuviaebike.com/products/zeal-xt8-high-power-step-through-ebike-for-hilly-commutes-and-long-distance-riding), read on September 19, 2026, and recomputed every figure that is arithmetic. Prices and stock were read the same day.
Verified by Milad Ghobadibeygvand, BScN (Western University, 2014). Found something that does not match VTUVIA's current page? Email support@redtailebikes.com and we will correct it.
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