The Priority Skyline has fenders, lights with brake activation, and a cargo rack rated to carry 48.5lb.
Reviewers appreciate the smooth ride, thanks to the 2" tires and 80mm suspension fork.
Testers relish the automatic shifting, which makes this bike even smoother and more comfortable.
The Pinion gearbox and Gates carbon belt drive are quiet, clean, and low-maintenance.
Experts enjoy the Skyline’s sporty, responsive feel.
The wide handlebar and 50mm tires provide precise, agile handling, according to an expert.
The "aggressive" riding position is a good match for the nimble handling and natural pedal feel, say testers.
The Skyline comes in three frame sizes to fit riders from 5'4” to 6'3”. A 5'11” rider finds the size large an excellent fit.
In testing, this bike outperforms the stated max battery range with a 180lb rider aboard.
Testers praise the Skyline’s hill-climbing ability.
Reviewers find the Tektro hydraulic brakes responsive and powerful.

3 reasons not to buy

This bike is limited to 232lb of rider and cargo.
A tester laments the slight delay in power delivery when first pulling away on the throttle.
One expert dislikes that PAS levels 1-4 don't provide assistance past 23mph when in Class 3 mode.

Bottom line

Priority’s Skyline isn’t exactly cheap, but given the build quality and performance, some think it’s a steal. Only Lectric’s ONE offers a Pinion Smart.Shift gearbox for less money, but that has 6 fewer gears than the Priority’s 12. The Skyline proves a fine sporty commuter, with great range and performance, and a high-tech drivetrain that is both smooth and easy to live with. The Skyline’s only real drawback is its relatively low weight capacity. Given that most competitors with the same gearbox cost a lot more, Priority’s Skyline is a bargain.

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