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Ride1Up Vorsa, Vorsa Lite and Vorsa FT: parts and specs

Replacement parts and specs for the Ride1Up Vorsa, Vorsa Lite and Vorsa FT: tires by variant, Star Union hydraulic brakes with 180 and 203 mm rotors, KMC E8 chain, AKM hub motor, MIVICE controller and 15Ah battery, with Ride1Up's part pages.

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This page lists the common replacement parts for the Ride1Up Vorsa and its two variants, the Vorsa Lite and the Vorsa FT fat tire version, all sold from 2025. Specs are for the stock bike as sold, read Nov 9, 2026; check your own bike before you buy. Full specs are on Ride1Up's Vorsa product page and in its tire and tube sizing article. The three share the motor, display, torque sensor, drivetrain and brakes, but the tires, lights and controller differ, so pick your variant when you order.

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Electrical parts on this list must match this exact model, and they are fitted at the external plugs or by a pro. Never open the battery, controller, motor or display. For battery and charger trouble, start with battery won't charge and e-bike battery care.

Parts list

Tire: Vorsa, Schwalbe Smart Sam 27.5" x 2.6" (65-584), on Schwalbe's Smart Sam page; a Continental Ruban may be fitted instead depending on frame style. Vorsa Lite, 27.5" x 2.2". Vorsa FT, 4" Kenda Krusade, on Kenda's Krusade page. Run 35 to 45 psi on the Vorsa and Vorsa Lite.
Inner tube: Schrader valve. Match the tube to the tire size on your sidewall.
Brake rotor: 180 mm front, 203 mm rear.
Disc brake caliper: Star Union hydraulic disc brakes with an electric motor cutoff. Front and rear brakes are sold on the Vorsa replacement parts page, priced when you pick the option, read Nov 9, 2026.
Chain: KMC E8, 8-speed.
Cassette: Shimano Acera 11 to 32T, with a Shimano Acera 8-speed derailleur and a 48T chainring. The Vorsa replacement parts page also sells a chainring and a derailleur hanger.
Hub motor: 750 W AKM rear hub, 95 Nm. Ride1Up's rear wheel and motor page has separate Vorsa, Vorsa FT and Vorsa Lite options, as a full rear wheel or the stator only, from $150, read Nov 9, 2026.
E-bike controller: 48V, 25A MIVICE controller, resin potted. The Vorsa replacement parts page sells three controllers: standard, Vorsa Lite and Vorsa FT, priced when you pick the option, read Nov 9, 2026.
E-bike display: Ride1Up color display with Find My tracking and USB-C charging. Sold on the Vorsa replacement parts page, priced when you pick the option, read Nov 9, 2026.
Throttle: left-side thumb throttle. Sold on the Vorsa replacement parts page, priced when you pick the option, read Nov 9, 2026.
Pedal assist sensor: Intui-Drive torque sensor with an R1CBC cadence sensor. The torque sensor is sold on the Vorsa replacement parts page, priced when you pick the option, read Nov 9, 2026.
Brake cutoff sensor: a brake sensor is sold on the Vorsa replacement parts page, priced when you pick the option, read Nov 9, 2026.
E-bike charger: Ride1Up's charger page has a "Vorsa & Portola 02" option at $70, read Nov 9, 2026.
E-bike battery: 15Ah pack with Samsung 21700 cells, UL 2271, IPX6. The Vorsa Battery is a 48V, 15Ah pack at $475, marked in stock but also as a pre-order, read Nov 9, 2026. It fits Vorsa bikes only and doesn't name the Lite or FT, so confirm with Ride1Up for those.
E-bike connectors: the main harness cable and the taillight cable are sold on the Vorsa replacement parts page, priced when you pick the option, read Nov 9, 2026.
E-bike lights: 100 lux stem headlight and a fender brake light on the Vorsa and FT. The Lite has no integrated lights. The headlight and taillight are sold on the Vorsa replacement parts page, priced when you pick the option, read Nov 9, 2026.
Grips: VELO ergonomic silicone grips.

Tools for common jobs

Tire levers: taking the tire off the rim to fix a flat.
Floor pump with gauge: filling the Schrader valve to 35 to 45 psi on the Vorsa and Lite.
Tire pressure gauge: checking that pressure before rides.
Axle nut wrench: removing the rear hub motor wheel for a flat or a new tire.
Hex keys: stem, seat clamp, brake caliper and fender bolts.
Torque wrench: tightening axle, stem and rotor bolts to the values in your manual.
Chain checker: measuring wear on the KMC E8 chain.
Chain tool: fitting a new 8-speed chain.
Chain lube: keeping the chain quiet and slowing wear.
Brake pad spreader: keeping the hydraulic pads apart while a wheel is out.
Brake bleed kit: bleeding the Star Union hydraulic brakes. The fluid isn't published, so ask Ride1Up which one before you buy.
Bike repair stand: holding the bike for wheel and drivetrain work.

Where to buy

Ride1Up's Vorsa replacement parts page. Prices show when you pick an option, from $20, read Nov 9, 2026. Pick the controller that matches your variant, and contact Ride1Up if unsure.
Ride1Up's rear wheel and motor page, Vorsa Battery and charger page.
Independent sellers: parts suppliers.
A shop can order and fit parts: find a shop.

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