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24.8" 5TH WHEEL AB17 500W 13Ah Electric Bike (up to 23mph / 25 miles)

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$247

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Update: This popular deal is still available and is now ~$37.50 lower w/ new promo codes.

5TH WHEEL US Store via AliExpress has 24.8" 5TH WHEEL AB17 500W 13Ah Electric Bike w/ Front Suspension on sale for $320.04 > Now $319.96 > Now $303.39 - $35 > Now $56 with promo code RDC56C or RDT56C during checkout = $285.04 > Now $284.96 > Now $247.39. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member c2nah777 for sharing this deal.
  • Note: Price may fluctuate slightly with currency exchange rates. You must be signed into your AliExpress account and have your address added to add items to your cart and place an order. You may have to manually type in the promo code to apply it at checkout. This item ships from a USA warehouse.
About this Item:
  • Powerful Motor & Performance:
    • 500W motor, top speed: 23 mph
    • 7-speed gear system for smooth city or off-road riding
  • Durable & Lightweight Frame:
    • Weight: 53.8 lbs
    • High carbon steel frame, supports up to 264.6 lbs
    • Ergonomic design for stability and comfort
  • Long-Lasting Battery:
    • 468Wh lithium-ion, removable battery
    • Range: 24.9 miles (electric mode), 44.7 miles (pedal-assist mode)
  • Safety & Comfort:
    • Adjustable front suspension for shock absorption
    • Bright headlight and reflective flasher for night visibility
  • Smart Display & Modes:
    • Color LCD shows speed, battery, and mode
    • Three riding modes for commuting, exercise, or adventure

Editor's Notes

Written by Nate650 | Staff
  • This price is ~$49 Lower than our recent +15 Popular Deal.
  • At the time of this posting, our research indicates that this is $152.60 lower than the next best comparable online prices starting from $399.99.
  • Offer valid for a limited time only / while supplies last.

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Update: This popular deal is still available and is now ~$37.50 lower w/ new promo codes.

5TH WHEEL US Store via AliExpress has 24.8" 5TH WHEEL AB17 500W 13Ah Electric Bike w/ Front Suspension on sale for $320.04 > Now $319.96 > Now $303.39 - $35 > Now $56 with promo code RDC56C or RDT56C during checkout = $285.04 > Now $284.96 > Now $247.39. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member c2nah777 for sharing this deal.
  • Note: Price may fluctuate slightly with currency exchange rates. You must be signed into your AliExpress account and have your address added to add items to your cart and place an order. You may have to manually type in the promo code to apply it at checkout. This item ships from a USA warehouse.
About this Item:
  • Powerful Motor & Performance:
    • 500W motor, top speed: 23 mph
    • 7-speed gear system for smooth city or off-road riding
  • Durable & Lightweight Frame:
    • Weight: 53.8 lbs
    • High carbon steel frame, supports up to 264.6 lbs
    • Ergonomic design for stability and comfort
  • Long-Lasting Battery:
    • 468Wh lithium-ion, removable battery
    • Range: 24.9 miles (electric mode), 44.7 miles (pedal-assist mode)
  • Safety & Comfort:
    • Adjustable front suspension for shock absorption
    • Bright headlight and reflective flasher for night visibility
  • Smart Display & Modes:
    • Color LCD shows speed, battery, and mode
    • Three riding modes for commuting, exercise, or adventure

Editor's Notes

Written by Nate650 | Staff
  • This price is ~$49 Lower than our recent +15 Popular Deal.
  • At the time of this posting, our research indicates that this is $152.60 lower than the next best comparable online prices starting from $399.99.
  • Offer valid for a limited time only / while supplies last.

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Written by c2nah777

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Mr.doom
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Long time bike mechanic here.

I work on these things all day long. It can be a real pain in the arse to fix a flat on any e-bike with a rear wheel motor. I often have to adjust the brakes and replace toasted brake pads when they come in for a "simple flat fix". The shop I wrench for charges $40 for labor and $10 for a tube for a rear flat fix on this bike.

If the battery lasts more than a year it might be a "slick deal" but everything on the bike entry level and I have seen some real cr@p come into the shop that I would not consider safe. No drive-side pictures of the rear derailleur so you may want to repalce that with a $20 Shimano Tourney if a Shemenig or other knockoff is on there.
DonV1962
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Most bike riders do not need olympic class equipment. I always heard the same BS thing with regular bikes and it is just not true. I bought some $69 China made ten speeds and they lasted me decades under intermittent but at times extreme abuse like riding through rivers and on rough trails with no suspension.

I now have three China very cheap ebikes and they are all fine going on three years in. You seem unaware that the market on high end is what is collapsing and as most of them have many more proprietary parts is is the people that may have paid $5000 for an ebike that will be stranded. These cheap China ebikes most always have generic off the shelf parts that are cheap and readily available.

The day of the ebike being only for the rich or bike snot are over and Walmart and direct from Amazon or Ali is where the market is expanding. High end makers are closing up shop as the 1% are no longer the market. I'm sure you designer guys will keep something going so you can keep some semblance of class distinction between you and the average joe but it is a silly game to play on SD and best kept it in some bike forum where it belongs.

I will say how did men pick up this habit that is more kindergarten or catty school girl/prom queen behavior as to I have the bestest of the bestest. I knew kids like that and assumed most would grow out of it.
edrock200
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Mines been fine over a year. I emailed 5th wheel asking if they sell a spare battery, they just sent me a second one for free.

For the price, I think they are a great deal. That said, if something goes wrong, you either have to know how to fix it or be at the mercy of whether your local bike shop is willing to work on it.

I learned the ins and outs pretty quickly. Needed to add a few specific tools to my set like a crank arm puller, (nothing was wrong with them but I wanted to change them for slightly longer arms) but nothing crazy.

The good news is, at least from what I've seen, most of the parts are commoditized and available online. There's nothing really proprietary. Like with mine even the battery was a standard 5 pin halong type.

So if you are the type that will rely on a bike shop for issues, get one from your local bike shop. If your willing to roll up your sleeves and work on it when needed, they are a good value. Just understand what you are getting. Its not a premium ebike but it's a functional one and still fun imo. Its not going to have premium parts.

The only thing I changed on mine other than the crank arms were the brake pads. They were fine but the pads were squeaky as hell. I got a premium set of pads and installed and no more squeeking. I did also add a torque arm. The frame seems reinforced at the rear drop outs so I don't think its needed but I figured it cant hurt.

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Oct 04, 2025 03:46 PM
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ash78Oct 04, 2025 03:46 PM
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In before "with just $1500 in mods this could be a decent bike!" crowd
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Oct 04, 2025 03:49 PM
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ElLobo11
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Oct 04, 2025 03:49 PM
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looks like 36V 13AH for comparison
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Oct 04, 2025 04:00 PM
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WayneZ2354Oct 04, 2025 04:00 PM
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4x in mods. ready for nascar. what kind of mods. seriously
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LeakyAneurismOct 04, 2025 06:10 PM
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Everything about this screams too good to be true. What am I missing? I'm being serious.
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c2nah777
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Oct 04, 2025 06:44 PM
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Quote from LeakyAneurism :
Everything about this screams too good to be true. What am I missing? I'm being serious.
With AliExpress, they change coupons and prices more than Amazon.
90-day free returns if you hate it.
My wife preferred a ladped lpmax scooter though. So that's what she got from AliExpress. But I posted this bike last time while I was shopping around. No fat tires is nice, iny opinion.
Tomorrow it may go back up but I doubt it can get much cheaper.
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babykillerOct 04, 2025 08:11 PM
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approximate 25 inches tire. Please watch out
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Quote from babykiller :
approximate 25 inches tire. Please watch out
Uhm, watch out for what, exactly? Is there a problem with that size? Cryptic phrasing.
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Xli199Oct 04, 2025 08:20 PM
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Quote from c2nah777 :
Uhm, watch out for what, exactly? Is there a problem with that size? Cryptic phrasing.

Non standard tire and tube?
Oct 04, 2025 09:01 PM
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babykillerOct 04, 2025 09:01 PM
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Quote from Xli199 :
Non standard tire and tube?

Someone needs 26inches
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handyguyOct 04, 2025 11:30 PM
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Quote from LeakyAneurism :
Everything about this screams too good to be true. What am I missing? I'm being serious.
Look at Actbest Core. I bought it with cash back. Its got class. These generic ones don't care so you're on your own. But parts are cheap on AliExpress
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rsgOct 04, 2025 11:36 PM
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Am I missing something? Coming out to $342 with tariffs after the coupon. I'd rather get a $350 e-bike from Walmart that I can return in store.

Edit: went back to checkout and the price dropped.
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xmongerOct 04, 2025 11:55 PM
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Just say no to slow 36v bikes.
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Tarkov
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Oct 04, 2025 11:58 PM
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Is 24.8 the rim diameter or what? Most bikes are 20, 26 or 29 I've never heard of an oddball 24.8

If it's the rim size these are 27" tires (ISO 630) which is still an oddball but very close to the standard 700c you find on 29ers
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edrock200
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Oct 05, 2025 12:21 AM
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I got a 27.5" 48v 5th wheel off temu for $300 and pretty happy with it. Not sure if this one is the same but in the controller programming settings, I think it was option 2, changing from 0 to 1 unlocks it from 20mph to 28mph.

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Oct 05, 2025 12:46 AM
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Quote from Tarkov :
Is 24.8 the rim diameter or what? Most bikes are 20, 26 or 29 I've never heard of an oddball 24.8

If it's the rim size these are 27" tires (ISO 630) which is still an oddball but very close to the standard 700c you find on 29ers
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I have a Centurion Ironman Terry with 24" front wheel and 700C rear.

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