Cyrusher Scout vs Mokwheel Basalt ST
Two off-road e-bikes at a similar price, compared on the same normalized specs. Both scored by us, both reviewed in full.
The verdict
These two are close enough (89 vs 90 Genius, $201 apart) that the real choice comes down to what you value: raw battery and a lower price on the Scout, or less weight, more torque, and more payload on the Basalt ST.
Buy the Cyrusher Scout
Buy the Scout if price and sheer battery capacity matter most: it's $201 cheaper and carries 1139 Wh more, plus a bigger continuous motor rating. Just don't assume that battery bulk means more range — the Basalt ST claims 24 more miles despite the much smaller pack.
Buy the Mokwheel Basalt ST
Buy the Basalt ST if you want to actually climb with more authority (10 Nm more torque), carry more weight (450 lb vs 350 lb payload), or lift and store the bike without a fight — it's 26 lb lighter. It also edges the Scout on claimed range and Genius score.
The differences that matter
- Cyrusher Scout costs $201 less.
- Mokwheel Basalt ST pulls harder from a stop and on hills, by 10 Nm of torque.
- Cyrusher Scout carries 1139 Wh more battery, which is the main thing that sets how far you get.
- Cyrusher Scout runs a 250W bigger motor on continuous power.
- Mokwheel Basalt ST is 26 lb lighter, which you notice lifting it or carrying it up steps.
- Mokwheel Basalt ST claims 24 more miles of range, though both figures are the manufacturer's optimistic "up to" number.
Who each one is for
Cyrusher Scout
Riders who want an affordable, go-anywhere fat-tire bike for gravel, sand, and light trails, and don't need to move it around much off the bike.
Mokwheel Basalt ST
Budget-minded riders who want an easy, go-anywhere ticket to gravel, sand, and dirt-road adventures without spending big or fussing over pedaling.
Spec by spec
| Spec | Cyrusher Scout | Mokwheel Basalt ST |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,299 | $1,500 |
| Motor (nominal) | 1,000W | 750W |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Battery | 2,080 Wh | 940.8 Wh |
| Claimed range | 56 mi | 80 mi |
| Weight | 105.8 lb | 80 lb |
| Max payload | 350 lb | 450 lb |
| Motor type | hub | hub |
| E-bike class | Class 3 | Class 3 |
| Brakes | Tektro Hydraulic disc brake HD-E725 /180mm | TEKTRO TKD171 Hydraulic Disc Brakes |
| Drivetrain | Shimano TX50 7-speed | Shimano 7-Speed |
| Tire size | 20" x 4.0" | 26" × 4.0" |
Highlighted values are the better of the two where both brands publish the number. Where a spec isn't published we leave it blank rather than guess.
The short version on each
Cyrusher Scout
What's good
- At $1,299 it's one of the cheaper ways onto real off-road terrain, fat tires and all.
- The dual-battery setup totals a big 2,080Wh, so range is a genuine strong point instead of something you have to nurse.
- A throttle lets you pull away from a stop or power up a loose climb without pedaling.
What to know
- At 105.8 pounds, the Scout is heavy even for a fat-tire bike, which is the trade-off for carrying two full-size batteries.
Mokwheel Basalt ST
What's good
- 90 Nm of torque and 4-inch fat tires dig into loose stuff like sand and gravel where skinnier tires wash out.
- A 940Wh battery and up to 80 miles of claimed range give you room to wander well past the trailhead.
- A thumb throttle gets you moving from a stop or over a short rise without turning a pedal.
What to know
- Mokwheel doesn't publish any suspension details, so how well it soaks up rocky, root-covered ground is an open question.
- It ships as a Class 3 bike with a 28 mph assisted top speed, which is faster than some bike paths and trails allow, so confirm the rules where you ride before counting on that speed.
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