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Centauri II pairs a powerful mid-drive motor with an auto-shifting transmission. It's smoother, faster and easier than ever!
Our simple front suspension, powerful brakes and ultra-low maintenance drivetrain make for a great ride every time with minimal maintenance.
NOTE: Centauri II includes fenders, but not the pictured Vvolt rear rack!
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Usually ready in 5+ days
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Free shipping within the continental US
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Free returns within 14 days
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Industry-leading 3 year warranty
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Complementary pre-delivery tune up ($160 value)
Everyday ease for any ride
An actual automatic transmission
Autoshift3
No shifter required! Centauri II knows when to change gear. The internal rear hub transmission changes gears from 1-3 as you speed up and slow down. It’s entirely mechanical and the hub is designed to run for thousands of miles without service. A sealed internal oil bath provides continuous lubrication and is serviceable by bike shops.
Optimized suspension system
Monoshock System
Smoothing out the ride without adding weight, complexity and maintenance is a tall order. Centauri II ditches the complexity of mountain bike suspension forks for a single friction-damped coil spring arrangement. With 30mm of travel it’s enough to smooth things out and help riders maintain control when hitting unavoidable obstacles (hello potholed streets.) Without complex seals and dampers to maintain, it’ll run for years with nothing but an occasional re-greasing of moving parts under the dust boot.
Go farther, go faster.
The Centauri is equipped with a new highly-capable, powerful mid-drive motor that offers the right amount of pep when you need it. Combined with the long range battery, it is the perfect recipe for a do-it-all city commuter.
Ananda Mid-Drive
Powerful, silent, and reliable, the Centauri II's motor is ready to go at a moment's notice, delivering up to 120Nm of torque and 650W peak power.
Removable Long-range battery
The removable 490Wh battery delivers up to 60 miles of real-world range on pedal assist and is UL2849 compliant for peace of mind.
Easy to love , however you ride.
From frame to belt, battery to motor, we select high-quality components to keep the overall weight down, making an ebike that rides like a regular bike.
Gates CDX Belt Drive
Virtually zero maintenance involved and it lasts 4x longer than traditional chains. It's not a Vvolt if it is not belt driven.
Shimano Brake System
180mm rotors boost stopping power while hydraulic mineral oil delivers extended service life.
Smooth & Durable tires
2.4" size rolls fast, smooths out bumps, and dampens vibration to keep your rides comfortable.
Three sizes, for all.
Three easy-to-fit sizes to accommodate most riders. The mid-step design offers precise handling while lowering stepover height; each size serves riders of many heights and shapes.
Find the full geometry table here
- JCJohn C.Verified BuyerRated 3 out of 5 stars4 hours agoPut together with bailing wire and bolts
Mostly a good experience, outside the irregular response of the boost button to maybe save your life at a busy intersection. Why not spend the extra five cents and get a button that works most of the time rather than once in ten attempts to activate the big powerful motor so as to cause the ebike VVolt to move, propell it self, go rather than sit and die in traffic?
It would be a mercy. Also, what is the secret code for attaching the front fender? Is there a place to find two screws to attach the nich front fender to the bicycle? Or should I go to the Hardware store and ask them to find some way to attach the fender. In Denver we often appreciate the action of a fender to keep the water and ice off the person of the bike rider.
- LLoganVerified BuyerRated 4 out of 5 stars4 days agoVery Comfortable Bike with Minimal Cons
I've been riding the Centauri II for the past month for my daily commute of 12 miles (one way) and I've put a total of 500 miles on the bike. I need to charge the battery at home and at work if I want to keep the bike in sport mode. The winter chill also reduces the battery range, though I can still make it to and from work on a full charge.
Pros:
- Safety, this bike seams to keep rider/battery safety more in mind than other companies
- Removable battery, I carry my bike up and down to the basement every day, and the bike is much lighter without the battery.
- Battery placement on underside of bike, when leaving the bike out in acclimate weather, it's good to know that water/snow isn't going to get into the battery cave
- Upright sitting position is very comfortable for longer rides
- Automatic gear hub is very nice since you don't have to fiddle around with shifters, especially during winter while wearing mittens and pogies
- Integrated lighting, bright enough for city night riding
- Belt drive, holds up to salt better
- Service center responds within 1 working day on my questions
Cons:
- I wish there was a throttle, the boost button 4 seconds is not long enough to go up hills, and the 4 seconds is too long when you need to do an unexpected stop (under 4 seconds).
- The paint, it has chipped in several spots where it leans up against bike rakes
- Belt drive, it's more difficult to take off the rear wheel
- The wheel size limits your…
- RFRandall F.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars2 weeks agoGreat ride and great value
I am a long-time avid cyclist but my legs don't work quite the way they used to. I did a lot of soul-searching and on-line research and found that this model has everything I might want in an eBike. So I bought two! My partner and I are casual riders but love an occasional long run. The torque-sensing mid-drive assist with automatic shifting is smooth and flawless. Hill climbing is fun again! Standard fenders and rack are perfect for us. Thank you Vvolt.
- JJesseVerified ReviewerRated 5 out of 5 stars1 month agoSo good!
I have been in the market for an E bike for sometime. I’ve done a lot of review. I also purchased the first generation Centauri for my son as a commuter bike to PSU.Just purchased the Centauri II and couldn’t be happier. It is a very well designed bike. Zippy. Good quality components. Excellent customer service. The automatic shifting is intuitive and very frankly I’m glad to have shifting components not exposed to the weather.Run, don’t walk to buy one of these.
- GDGregg D.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars1 month agoSerious Research
I spent about 6 months evaluating all kinds of e bikes and rode on several. This is my first e bike purchase, so I am new to the technology. For understanding on what I as looking for in an e bike, it is related to my wife and I's long term goal of living close to the ocean and on a flat island. This means we didn't need powerful motors nor throttles. This bike came available and met all of my checklist of wants. we have had them out for several days now and logged about 100 miles. 1st - Putting together. Super easy and straight forward. 2nd - Ride and feel. Some minor tweaking of seat height, handle bar tilt and good to go. Ride is nice and pretty neutral. The feel of the auto shifting takes a little getting used, but once you have it down, it is nice (although, I may tweak mine a little to a higher shift point). 3rd - The small stuff. The integrated light is nice and super bright headlight. Interesting note on the display, if you wear polarized sunglasses, you can't see the display really. Everything seems to function well, will update after we have logged more miles and covered some different terrain.
Components & Specs
Find the full specification sheet here.
Autoshift3 Transmission
Automatic three-speed rear hub transmission. Shifts at approx 12/20mph. Servicable and adjustable.
Class 3 Enabled
Pedal-assist to 28mph, Centauri II is a Class 3 ebike.
BOOST Button
The right-hand BOOST button activates 4 seconds of max motor assist when pedaling between 5 and 20mph.
490wh Removable Battery - UL2271 tested
Our 490Wh / 13.6ah battery delivers up to 60 miles of real-world range on pedal assist. All of our batteries are removable and can be charged on or off the bike.
Powerful Motor
The Centauri II is equipped with a smooth 350w nominal motor which peaks at 650w with 120Nm of torque.
Full Color Ananda Display
The Ananda D16 provides rich colors and easy to read information, with a convenient left-thumb remote so your hands stay on the bars and in control.
Integrated 360º Lighting
Our Multivision lights do more! the front light has an outer diffuse light ring to visibility surrounding a high-power LED with vertical cutoff to maximize road view for the rider, plus a USB-C power outlet. Integrated lighting and reflective graphics deliver 360º visibility all the time.
Accessory-ready!
You'll find accessory mounting points galore. Front "3-pack" mounts fit water bottles, racks and more. An under-top-tube mount fits water bottles, or bolt-on bags while the front of seat tube mount is perfect for folding locks.
Shimano Brake System
The Centauri II features powerful twin-piston Shimano hydraulic disc brakes with oversized 180mm rotors.
Gates Belt Drive
Carbon reinforced belts from Gates® last longer than chains, operate quietly, and don't require greasing. No more unintentional chainring tattoos! Centauri II features the premium CDX system.
Cushy Tires
Puncture-resistant 27.5x2.25” tires w/ reflective sidewalls provides an efficient tire profile for comfortable cruising on pavement and gravel.
Front suspension
A little is all you need to smooth out city streets! 30mm of firm travel combines with our cushy tires to make a smooth ride, with less weight and maintenance than traditional mountain-bike shock forks.
