The KBO Breeze (affiliate link) is a commuter e-bike in bright orange, with a rack, fenders and lights already on it. I rode it for several weeks for my video review (0:16 to 0:24), on the same hilly road where I test every e-bike, and when I wrapped up I called it one of the best e-bikes I’d tested (0:38 to 0:42).
Everything I say about the ride comes from that video, and the time stamps let you jump to the moment yourself. Specs I didn’t measure, like weight, rated range and brake type, come from KBO’s own March 2022 post comparing the Breeze with the Aventon Level, because KBO no longer has a Breeze product page. I checked KBO’s store again on Oct 27, 2026.
Should you buy one?
If you can find one, the Breeze makes a strong case for itself as a commuter. I weigh about 200 pounds, I live where there are a lot of hills, and I never once found myself wanting more power (0:56 to 1:08). The removable battery means you can carry it into the office, charge it at your desk and leave work with a full charge (3:09 to 3:23). And when I ran my max range test on that hilly road, the result was on par with what KBO claims, which surprised me (5:44 to 5:58).
The catch is buying it. As of Oct 27, 2026, KBO’s store sells Breeze parts, including a display, brake levers, a kickstand and inner tubes, but no Breeze bike, and the replacement Breeze Step Thru battery shows as sold out. KBO listed the Breeze at $1,499 in March 2022. I’d treat it as discontinued, so your realistic options are a used bike or one of the commuters I point to further down.
Why I liked it from the first ride
The first things I noticed were the safety touches. The headlight and tail light are built into the bike rather than added on (0:44 to 0:49), and I’m a big fan of that bright orange paint. It makes it so much easier for cars, other vehicles and people on foot to see you coming (0:49 to 0:56). A lot of commuters come in black or gray, and on a busy road, being seen is half the battle.
At the end of the video I came back to that same point. If you want an e-bike with plenty of safety features, that bright orange color and a removable battery you can commute with, I said this might be the one for you (6:12 to 6:26).
Power on hills
Hills are where I judge a commuter, because my test road has a significant amount of climbing (5:51 to 5:58). On the Breeze, pedal assist level 5 is the top setting, and it gives you the most help from the rear hub motor (1:10 to 1:25). In that top level the bike definitely has plenty of power (1:06 to 1:10).
You also get gears, so you can shift as you go up or down a hill (1:25 to 1:31). KBO lists a Shimano 7-speed and a geared hub rated at 500W sustained and 750W peak. That’s the same motor rating KBO gave the Aventon Level in its own comparison post.
If you don’t feel like pedaling, you just turn the bike on and twist the throttle on the right handlebar, and you take off (5:58 to 6:12). As I said in the video, the battery definitely has some power to it.
The battery, and the USB port I hadn’t seen before
The battery is large and removable (3:09 to 3:15). KBO lists it as 48V 16Ah, which is 768Wh. That’s bigger than the batteries on the two Aventon and Velotric commuters I compare it with below.
Being able to pull it off matters if you commute. You don’t need an outlet near the bike rack, because the battery comes inside with you (3:15 to 3:23).
The detail I liked most was a USB port on the battery itself, so you can charge your phone while you ride (5:21 to 5:32). I said in the video that I hadn’t seen that on any other removable battery from the e-bikes I’d tested, and I gave KBO credit for adding it (5:32 to 5:43).
KBO rates the range at 30 to 55 miles, and charging with its 48V 3A charger takes about 5 hours. I didn’t record a mileage number in my test. What I can tell you is that on my hilly test road, the range was on par with KBO’s claim (5:44 to 5:51).
Comfort and ride quality
I found the Breeze really comfortable to ride. The seat was fantastic (1:46 to 1:50), and the front suspension fork made it a lot more comfortable on and off the road (1:50 to 1:57). KBO lists that fork at 80mm with a lockout, on 27.5 by 2.4 inch puncture resistant tires.
KBO also used a lot of premium parts, and you can tell when you ride it. I pointed to the shifters, the pedals and the leather hand grips. This isn’t a baseline e-bike like some I’ve tested. I called it a mid to high range e-bike (2:46 to 3:09).
The display, and a hidden headlight trick
The display was one of the things I really liked. It’s easy to see while you ride and easy to use (1:31 to 1:38). It has a few hidden features, though. To turn on the headlights, for example, you hold up on the plus button (1:38 to 1:45). It’s simple once you know it, but you probably won’t find it without the manual or this review.
Rack and fenders in the box
KBO made the rear rack and fenders standard (2:24 to 2:29). The rack makes it easy to strap something down and take it to work, or deliver a package (2:29 to 2:39). The fenders mean you don’t have to worry about getting dirty when it’s a little rainy, and dirt won’t kick up on you (2:39 to 2:46). On a lot of bikes, those are extras you buy later.
What I didn’t like
My one real complaint was the handlebar position. I’m about six feet tall, and the bars sat about three inches too far forward for me, so I found myself leaning forward to grab them (1:58 to 2:13). There is some adjustment, but I would have liked a slightly different design (2:13 to 2:21). I also said it isn’t a huge deal breaker if you’re considering this bike (2:21 to 2:24).
If you’re shorter, that reach may suit you fine. KBO lists a rider range of 5’4” to 6’4”.
Two other things to know come from KBO’s specs, not my video. The brakes are 180mm mechanical discs, not hydraulic, and the pedal assist uses a cadence sensor. KBO lists the weight at 62 lb and the max load at 300 lb.
What I didn’t test
I ran a range test but didn’t record a mileage figure; I only said it matched KBO’s claim (5:44 to 5:51). I didn’t run a top-speed or braking test, and I didn’t weigh the bike. The 62 lb weight, 300 lb load and charging time are KBO’s numbers.
How it compares with commuters I’ve filmed
On paper, the Breeze stacks up well against three commuters I filmed. Its 768Wh battery is the biggest of the group: the Aventon Level.2 lists 672Wh, the Velotric Discover 1 692Wh and the Velotric Discover 2 706Wh. The Breeze and the Level.2 share the same 500W motor with a 750W peak and the same 62 lb weight, while the Discover 1 lists 500W with a 900W peak at about 63.5 lb, and the Discover 2 lists 750W and 75 Nm at 63 lb. Where the Breeze gives ground is brakes and sensing. It has mechanical discs and a cadence sensor, while the Level.2 has a torque sensor, the Discover 1 has hydraulic brakes and a 440 lb load limit against the Breeze’s 300 lb, and the Discover 2 has 180mm Tektro hydraulics plus a torque sensor you can switch to a cadence feel in the app. Those rival specs come from the brands, as listed on my review pages for each bike.
Price is where they really split. KBO listed the Breeze at $1,499 in March 2022 and doesn’t sell it now (Oct 27, 2026). Aventon showed the discontinued Level.2 at a $999 sale price on Oct 22, 2026. The Discover 1 was about $1,300 when I reviewed it and has been replaced by the Discover 1 Plus, and the Discover 2 was $1,499 at Velotric on Oct 23, 2026.
Of the four, only the Discover 2 is still sold new. After several weeks on the Discover 2, I called it a comfortable, well-built commuter with hydraulic brakes, turn signals, a brake light and a rack and fenders in the box. If you want the Breeze’s commuter setup in a bike that’s in stock, that’s where I’d look first. The Aventon Level.3 is another commuter I filmed, but it was sold out on Aventon’s site when I checked on Oct 22, 2026.
Who it’s for
The Breeze suits a commuter who wants to take the battery inside and charge it at work (3:09 to 3:23), and who likes being easy to spot in traffic (0:44 to 0:56). It suits riders who carry things on a rack (2:24 to 2:39) and anyone who lives somewhere hilly (0:58 to 1:08). If you want a more upright riding position, or you need a new bike with a warranty, look elsewhere.
FAQ
Is the KBO Breeze still sold?
Not as a bike. As of Oct 27, 2026, KBO’s store lists Breeze parts but no Breeze, so I’d treat it as discontinued unless KBO lists it again.
Can you charge your phone from it?
Yes. The removable battery has a USB port (5:21 to 5:32).
How do you turn the headlight on?
Hold up on the plus button on the display (1:38 to 1:45).
Does it have a throttle?
Yes, a twist throttle on the right handlebar (5:58 to 6:09).
Pros and cons
Pros: plenty of power on hills at about 200 lb; integrated headlight and tail light; bright orange paint that’s easy to see; rack and fenders standard; a big removable battery with a USB port; range that matched KBO’s claim in my test; a comfortable seat, front fork and premium touches like leather grips; an easy-to-read display.
Cons: the handlebars sit too far forward for me at about six feet; the headlight is a hidden button press; mechanical brakes and a cadence sensor (KBO); not sold new as of Oct 27, 2026.
Price
KBO listed the Breeze at $1,499 in March 2022. As of Oct 27, 2026, it isn’t sold on kbobike.com, though Breeze parts are. For a commuter you can buy today, see my Velotric Discover 2 review ($1,499 at Velotric as of Oct 23, 2026) or my best commuter e-bike guide.
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