Rivian's Electric Bike Spinoff Reveals Affordable but Compromised Option
In a bid to make its electric bike entry point more accessible to the masses, Rivian's spinoff brand "Also" has announced that its first e-bike, dubbed the TM-B, will start at a relatively affordable $3,500. While this price tag is significantly lower than the $4,500 starting price of its high-end Launch and Performance models, it comes with several notable compromises.
The base model TM-B boasts a modest range of 60 miles on a single charge, a weaker 5x power assist, coil fork suspension, and limited ride mode options. In contrast, the more expensive Launch and Performance models offer up to a 100-mile range, a 10x power assist, air fork suspension, and the choice between sport and standard ride modes.
Despite these compromises, the TM-B still offers a premium look with its all-gray color scheme, albeit without the transparent shell that highlights the virtual drivetrain called DreamRide. The base model is now available for preorder with a $50 refundable deposit, and shipping is slated to begin in late 2026.
While the starting price of the TM-B is certainly more appealing than initially thought, it's essential to weigh these gains against the trade-offs made by this more affordable option.
In a bid to make its electric bike entry point more accessible to the masses, Rivian's spinoff brand "Also" has announced that its first e-bike, dubbed the TM-B, will start at a relatively affordable $3,500. While this price tag is significantly lower than the $4,500 starting price of its high-end Launch and Performance models, it comes with several notable compromises.
The base model TM-B boasts a modest range of 60 miles on a single charge, a weaker 5x power assist, coil fork suspension, and limited ride mode options. In contrast, the more expensive Launch and Performance models offer up to a 100-mile range, a 10x power assist, air fork suspension, and the choice between sport and standard ride modes.
Despite these compromises, the TM-B still offers a premium look with its all-gray color scheme, albeit without the transparent shell that highlights the virtual drivetrain called DreamRide. The base model is now available for preorder with a $50 refundable deposit, and shipping is slated to begin in late 2026.
While the starting price of the TM-B is certainly more appealing than initially thought, it's essential to weigh these gains against the trade-offs made by this more affordable option.
but also kinda compromises on performance 
. Like, 60 miles range is decent but it feels like they're sacrificing power assist for a lower price tag 
...but at least it still looks premium and comes with the iconic Rivian design 
. The question is, are you willing to sacrifice some of that luxury for a lower starting price of $3,500? 
My advice: weigh your options carefully before pre-ordering! 
i mean what even is that? anyway back to rivian's e-bike thing... i feel like $3,500 is kinda steep for an "affordable" option. like i get it they gotta make some compromises but can't they just find that sweet spot where it's not gonna break the bank? and btw has anyone tried these new e-bikes? 
. While it's essential to acknowledge these gains, we must also consider the potential drawbacks of this more affordable option. Will the reduced specs be worth the $1,000 price difference? Only time will tell 
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. Still, I guess it's a step in the right direction, and if they deliver on those promises (or at least make some compromises that aren't too noticeable), then maybe we'll be looking at an Actually Good Affordable E-bike 
like 60 miles of range vs 100? that's a big difference. and 5x power assist instead of 10x? not cool. i mean, if you're gonna drop the price to $3,500, can't they at least give you some decent performance on that end 