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0;font-size:.92rem;line-height:1.5;color:var(--rt-sub);}\n.rt-flow .rt-cta__alt{margin:.5rem 0 0;font-size:.9rem;line-height:1.5;color:var(--rt-sub);}\n.rt-flow .rt-cta__alt a{white-space:nowrap;}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"rt-flow\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rt-hook\"\u003eThe only air-sprung fork in the range, on the bike VTUVIA built for hills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"rt-cover\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/8847\/1835\/files\/vtuvia-zeal-xt8-inline-00-cover.webp?v=1789872705\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/8847\/1835\/files\/vtuvia-zeal-xt8-inline-00-cover.webp?v=1789872705\u0026amp;width=600 600w, https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/8847\/1835\/files\/vtuvia-zeal-xt8-inline-00-cover.webp?v=1789872705\u0026amp;width=900 900w, https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/8847\/1835\/files\/vtuvia-zeal-xt8-inline-00-cover.webp?v=1789872705 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 92vw, 900px\" alt=\"A rider standing over a white VTUVIA Zeal XT8 step-through commuter in front of a painted mural, headlined “The bike VTUVIA built for hills”, 85 N·m\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"rt-answer\" id=\"quick-answer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"rt-q\"\u003eQuick answer\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"redtail-cta-inline rt-cta\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/cart\/add?id=53992214266139\u0026amp;quantity=1\" class=\"redtail-cta-btn rt-btn\"\u003eAdd the Zeal XT8 — $1,799\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp class=\"rt-cta__sub\"\u003eGlacier White · free shipping to the lower 48 · US support\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rt-stats\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e750 W\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMotor\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e720 Wh\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBattery\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eClass 2\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClass\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e80 mi\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRange\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e350 lb\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMax load\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"what-you-get\"\u003eWhat you get with the Zeal XT8\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rt-feat\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rt-feat__media\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/8847\/1835\/files\/zeal-XT8-commuter-ebike-torque-sensor.png?v=1789838595\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/8847\/1835\/files\/zeal-XT8-commuter-ebike-torque-sensor.png?v=1789838595\u0026amp;width=600 600w, https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/8847\/1835\/files\/zeal-XT8-commuter-ebike-torque-sensor.png?v=1789838595\u0026amp;width=900 900w, https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/8847\/1835\/files\/zeal-XT8-commuter-ebike-torque-sensor.png?v=1789838595 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 92vw, 55vw\" alt=\"White VTUVIA Zeal XT8 from the front, showing the air suspension fork and brown grips\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rt-feat__txt\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"rt-feat__kicker\"\u003eAir fork\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAn air fork with a lockout, which nothing else here has\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rt-feat rt-feat--flip\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rt-feat__media\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/8847\/1835\/files\/zeal-bike-trailer.webp?v=1789838595\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/8847\/1835\/files\/zeal-bike-trailer.webp?v=1789838595\u0026amp;width=600 600w, https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/8847\/1835\/files\/zeal-bike-trailer.webp?v=1789838595\u0026amp;width=900 900w, https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/8847\/1835\/files\/zeal-bike-trailer.webp?v=1789838595 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 92vw, 55vw\" alt=\"Two riders on VTUVIA Zeal bikes, the white XT8 towing a trailer of groceries\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rt-feat__txt\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"rt-feat__kicker\"\u003e80 miles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ch3\u003e80 miles, from the biggest pack on a Zeal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e48 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"redtail-cta-inline rt-cta\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/cart\/add?id=53992214266139\u0026amp;quantity=1\" class=\"redtail-cta-btn rt-btn\"\u003eAdd the Zeal XT8 to cart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp class=\"rt-cta__sub\"\u003eGlacier White · dispatched in 1–3 business days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rt-feat\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rt-feat__media\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/8847\/1835\/files\/zeal-xt8-torque-sensor-step-through-electric-bike_ab04aa49-077b-4f7b-a632-94c0f510508a.webp?v=1789838595\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/8847\/1835\/files\/zeal-xt8-torque-sensor-step-through-electric-bike_ab04aa49-077b-4f7b-a632-94c0f510508a.webp?v=1789838595\u0026amp;width=600 600w, https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/8847\/1835\/files\/zeal-xt8-torque-sensor-step-through-electric-bike_ab04aa49-077b-4f7b-a632-94c0f510508a.webp?v=1789838595\u0026amp;width=900 900w, https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/8847\/1835\/files\/zeal-xt8-torque-sensor-step-through-electric-bike_ab04aa49-077b-4f7b-a632-94c0f510508a.webp?v=1789838595 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 92vw, 55vw\" alt=\"Rider on a white VTUVIA Zeal XT8 accelerating along a palm-lined street\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rt-feat__txt\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"rt-feat__kicker\"\u003e85 N·m\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ch3\u003e85 N·m against the LT7's 65\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rt-feat rt-feat--flip\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rt-feat__media\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/8847\/1835\/files\/zeal-XT8-commuter-ebikes-torque.png?v=1789838596\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/8847\/1835\/files\/zeal-XT8-commuter-ebikes-torque.png?v=1789838596\u0026amp;width=600 600w, https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/8847\/1835\/files\/zeal-XT8-commuter-ebikes-torque.png?v=1789838596\u0026amp;width=900 900w, https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/8847\/1835\/files\/zeal-XT8-commuter-ebikes-torque.png?v=1789838596 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 92vw, 55vw\" alt=\"White VTUVIA Zeal XT8 from the rear, rack, fenders and brown saddle in view\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rt-feat__txt\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"rt-feat__kicker\"\u003eTEKTRO brakes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTEKTRO hydraulics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTEKTRO discs rather than the LOGAN units most of the range carries, on the 27.5 × 2.6-inch city tires the LT7 shares.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"why-redtail\"\u003eWhy buy the Zeal XT8 from Redtail\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rt-cards\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFree shipping to the lower 48\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePay over time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith Shop Pay, a $1,799 purchase could be split into 12 monthly payments of $162.37 at 15% APR.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rt-fine\"\u003eRates 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and damage claims\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVTUVIA 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUS support, before and after\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCall \u003ca class=\"rt-tel\" href=\"tel:+12134444020\"\u003e(213) 444-4020\u003c\/a\u003e or email us and a person in the United States answers, before you order and after it arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"redtail-cta-inline rt-cta\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/cart\/53992214266139:1\" class=\"redtail-cta-btn rt-btn\"\u003eBuy the Zeal XT8 now\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp class=\"rt-cta__sub\"\u003eGlacier White · opens checkout\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"who-for\"\u003eWho the Zeal XT8 750W step-through ebike is for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTwo things to check before you order\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col class=\"rt-check\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eYour height.\u003c\/b\u003e 5'3\" to 6'2\" in VTUVIA's sizing — the same window as the LT7.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eColor.\u003c\/b\u003e VTUVIA sells the XT8 in Glacier White only. If color choice matters more than the air fork, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/vtuvia-zeal-lt7\"\u003eZeal LT7\u003c\/a\u003e comes in two.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"rt-figure\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/8847\/1835\/files\/zeal-xt8-torque-sensor-step-through-electric-bikes_a327e6b5-71db-4106-81c5-f4f2ff4b4e31.webp?v=1789838595\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/8847\/1835\/files\/zeal-xt8-torque-sensor-step-through-electric-bikes_a327e6b5-71db-4106-81c5-f4f2ff4b4e31.webp?v=1789838595\u0026amp;width=600 600w, https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/8847\/1835\/files\/zeal-xt8-torque-sensor-step-through-electric-bikes_a327e6b5-71db-4106-81c5-f4f2ff4b4e31.webp?v=1789838595\u0026amp;width=900 900w, https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/8847\/1835\/files\/zeal-xt8-torque-sensor-step-through-electric-bikes_a327e6b5-71db-4106-81c5-f4f2ff4b4e31.webp?v=1789838595 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 92vw, 640px\" alt=\"Rider standing over a white VTUVIA Zeal XT8 in front of a painted mural\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"compare\"\u003eHow the Zeal XT8 compares with what else we sell\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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 \u003ca href=\"\/products\/himiway-a7-pro-commuter-ebike\"\u003eHimiway A7 Pro\u003c\/a\u003e is $800 more for a mid-drive, and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/eunorau-meta275-2\"\u003eEunorau META275 2.0\u003c\/a\u003e is $100 less on narrower tires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rt-tablewrap rt-tablewrap--compare\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"rt-compare\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBike\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrice\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMotor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRange\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMax load\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStands out for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Bike\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVTUVIA Zeal XT8\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Price\"\u003e$1,799\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Motor\"\u003e750 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Range\"\u003e80 mi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Max load\"\u003e350 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Stands out for\"\u003eair suspension fork with lockout, 80-mile rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Bike\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/vtuvia-zeal-lt7\"\u003eVTUVIA Zeal LT7\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Price\"\u003e$1,299\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Motor\"\u003e500 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Range\"\u003e70 mi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Max load\"\u003e350 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Stands out for\"\u003e62 lb, a torque sensor and the lowest price in the range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Bike\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/eunorau-meta275-2\"\u003eEunorau META275 2.0\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Price\"\u003e$1,699\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Motor\"\u003e500 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Range\"\u003e100 mi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Max load\"\u003e286 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Stands out for\"\u003etorque sensor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Bike\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/himiway-a7-pro-commuter-ebike\"\u003eHimiway A7 Pro\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Price\"\u003e$2,599\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Motor\"\u003e500 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Range\"\u003e50 mi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Max load\"\u003e300 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Stands out for\"\u003emid-drive, torque sensor, UL certified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Bike\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/eahora-juliet-long-range-2025\"\u003eEahora Juliet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Price\"\u003e$1,499\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Motor\"\u003e1000 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Range\"\u003e120 mi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Max load\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Stands out for\"\u003eUL certified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rt-note\"\u003eRange 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"redtail-cta-inline rt-cta\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/cart\/53992214266139:1\" class=\"redtail-cta-btn rt-btn\"\u003eBuy the Zeal XT8 — $1,799\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp class=\"rt-cta__sub\"\u003eGlacier White · straight to checkout\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"specs\"\u003eZeal XT8 specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery row is VTUVIA's own published figure, read from its specification for this model on September 19, 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rt-tablewrap\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"rt-spec\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMotor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 W rear hub\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMotor (peak)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,200 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTorque\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e85 N·m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSystem voltage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBattery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e720 Wh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBattery (V × Ah)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48 V, 15 Ah\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBattery cells\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLG lithium-ion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClass\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClass 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRange (pedal assist)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eup to 80 mi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRange (throttle only)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eup to 50 mi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSensor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eV-Adapt™ torque\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eController\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48 V, 25 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCharger\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e54.6 V, 2 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCharging time\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eabout 6.5 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBrakes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003edual TEKTRO hydraulic disc brakes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBrake rotors\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e180 mm martensitic stainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTires\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e27.5 × 2.6 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFrame\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6061 aluminum alloy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFrame style\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003estep-through\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFolds\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eno\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFork\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003efront air\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSuspension\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eair suspension fork with lock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDisplay\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.5-inch full color, high brightness, adjustable angle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eThrottle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ethumb throttle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePedal assist\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 modes × 5 levels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eShift lever\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShimano m315 8 speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRear derailleur\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShimano m310 8 speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCassette\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShimano hg2008 8 speed 12-32t\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePedals\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ealuminum alloy pedals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eStem\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ealuminum alloy adjustable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSeatpost\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ealuminum alloy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHeadlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 W LED, 120 lux\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRear light\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48 V rear light and turn signals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFenders\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eplastic standard fenders, included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRear rack\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eincluded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eKickstand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eincluded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRider height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5'3\" to 6'2\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRecommended inseam\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e28 to 34 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTotal capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e350 lb, rider and cargo together\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e65 lb, with rack and fenders\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eIdeal use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ecity commuting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"redtail-cta-inline rt-cta\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/cart\/add?id=53992214266139\u0026amp;quantity=1\" class=\"redtail-cta-btn rt-btn\"\u003eAdd the Zeal XT8 to cart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp class=\"rt-cta__sub\"\u003eGlacier White · $1,799 · free shipping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"legal\"\u003eRiding the Zeal XT8 legally\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFederal 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Zeal XT8's published figures are 750 W and a Class 2, 20 mph cap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStates 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. \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/journal\/electric-bike-laws\"\u003eOur state-by-state guide\u003c\/a\u003e sets out what each one says.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"faq\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat motor does the Zeal XT8 have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 48 V, 750 W rear brushless hub rated to a 1,200 W peak, making 85 N·m.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far can the Zeal XT8 go on one charge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVTUVIA rates it to 80 miles on pedal assist and 50 on the throttle, from 48 V 15 Ah of LG cells — 720 Wh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the Zeal XT8 handle steep hills?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e85 N·m and 750 W, on an air fork that can be set to your weight. Within VTUVIA only the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/vtuvia-cmb-8-speed\"\u003eCMB 8-Speed\u003c\/a\u003e beats it for gradient, at 175 N·m through a mid-drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes the Zeal XT8 better than the LT7?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMotor, torque, range, fork and brakes. The XT8 is 750 W, 85 N·m, 80 miles, air-sprung and TEKTRO-braked; the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/vtuvia-zeal-lt7\"\u003eZeal LT7\u003c\/a\u003e is 500 W, 65 N·m, 70 miles, coil-sprung and $500 less.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Zeal XT8 suitable for heavy and tall riders?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e350 lb of total capacity and a 5'3\"–6'2\" rider window, in VTUVIA's sizing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Zeal XT8 have both pedal assist and a throttle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth. A thumb throttle, plus three pedal-assist modes across five levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does the Zeal XT8 take to charge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 6.5 hours — the shortest charge time VTUVIA publishes for any of these bikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Zeal XT8 suitable for seniors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a license to ride the Zeal XT8?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e750 W with a Class 2, 20 mph cap in VTUVIA's rating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"redtail-cta-inline rt-cta\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/cart\/add?id=53992214266139\u0026amp;quantity=1\" class=\"redtail-cta-btn rt-btn\"\u003eAdd the Zeal XT8 — $1,799\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp class=\"rt-cta__sub\"\u003eGlacier White · US support · free shipping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"after\"\u003eWhat’s next after you order\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrders 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspect 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"redtail-cta-inline rt-cta\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/cart\/53992214266139:1\" class=\"redtail-cta-btn rt-btn\"\u003eBuy the Zeal XT8 now\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp class=\"rt-cta__sub\"\u003eGlacier White · $1,799 · opens checkout\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"reading\"\u003eFurther reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/journal\/best-commuter-electric-bikes\"\u003eour commuter e-bike guide\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/journal\/step-thru-ebikes-usa-2026\"\u003eour step-through e-bike guide\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/journal\/750w-ebikes\"\u003eour 750 W e-bike guide\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/journal\/best-long-range-electric-bikes\"\u003eour long-range e-bike guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rt-note rt-verify\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow we verified this page.\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVerified by \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/milad-ghobadibeygvand\"\u003eMilad Ghobadibeygvand, BScN (Western University, 2014)\u003c\/a\u003e. Found something that does not match VTUVIA's current page? Email support@redtailebikes.com and we will correct it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Vtuvia","offers":[{"title":"Glacier White","offer_id":53992214266139,"sku":"ZEAL-White-XT8","price":1799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/8847\/1835\/files\/zeal-XT8-commuter-ebike-torque.png?v=1789838595","url":"https:\/\/redtailebikes.com\/products\/vtuvia-zeal-xt8","provider":"Redtail Ebikes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}