Velotric GoMad vs Biktrix Juggernaut Hub Duo Step-Over 2
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
Both score the same 65 on Genius, so this comes down to fit, not quality: pick GoMad for cargo capacity and price, pick Juggernaut for tire size and battery headroom.
Buy the Velotric GoMad
Buy the Velotric GoMad if you want to spend $300 less, need to haul more (500 lb payload vs 330 lb), or want Class 1/2/3 flexibility for trail and path access the Juggernaut doesn't have.
Buy the Biktrix Juggernaut Hub Duo Step-Over 2
Buy the Biktrix Juggernaut if you want the bigger 26x4 tires for rougher terrain, don't need to carry more than 330 lb, and don't mind paying $300 more for 108 Wh of extra battery.
The differences that matter
- Velotric GoMad costs $300 less.
- Biktrix Juggernaut Hub Duo Step-Over 2 carries 108 Wh more battery, which is the main thing that sets how far you get.
Who each one is for
Velotric GoMad
Riders who want one capable fat-tire bike for mixed terrain, with the option to cruise on throttle alone and to switch to a path-legal mode when the rules call for it.
Biktrix Juggernaut Hub Duo Step-Over 2
Riders who want one bike that handles snow, sand, gravel, and trails, and care more about range and durability than raw climbing punch.
Spec by spec
| Spec | Velotric GoMad | Biktrix Juggernaut Hub Duo Step-Over 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,999 | $2,299 |
| Motor (nominal) | 750W | 750W |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Battery | 801.6 Wh | 910 Wh |
| Claimed range | 75 mi | 70 mi |
| Weight | 88.5 lb | 85.8 lb |
| Max payload | 500 lb | 330 lb |
| Motor type | hub | hub |
| E-bike class | Class 1/2/3 | Class 2 |
| Brakes | Tektro Hydraulic Disc Brake | Hydraulic disc, Star union dual piston w/180mm rotors |
| Drivetrain | SHIMANO 8-speed | Shimano CUES 9-speed |
| Tire size | 20" x 4.0" | 26x4 |
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
Velotric GoMad
What's good
- 85 Nm of torque from the 750W hub motor gives strong pull on hills and loose ground.
- The 801.6Wh battery is genuinely large for a fat-tire bike, and you can add a second one to roughly double the distance.
- A throttle lets you ride without pedaling, and the switchable class lets you make it legal on more paths.
What to know
- The 20-inch wheels keep it low and planted but roll over big roots and rocks less smoothly than a 26-inch bike would.
- Value is fair rather than a standout — a few rivals match its power and range for a little less money.
Biktrix Juggernaut Hub Duo Step-Over 2
What's good
- The 910Wh battery is genuinely big for a fat bike, so the claimed 70 miles gives you a real buffer for long backcountry loops.
- 80 Nm of torque pulls a loaded bike away from a dead stop and up moderate grades without a fight.
- The parts punch above the price: Star Union dual-piston hydraulic disc brakes on 180mm rotors and a 9-speed Shimano CUES drivetrain are a step up from what usually shows up here.
What to know
- Power is the soft spot for its class. This hub motor pulls well from low down but lacks the top-end bite of stronger rivals, and Biktrix doesn't publish a peak wattage, so it can feel taxed on the longest, steepest climbs.
- Value is only okay for the class. A few rivals deliver similar all-terrain range for a little less money.
Full Velotric GoMad review → Full Biktrix Juggernaut Hub Duo Step-Over 2 review →