Mokwheel Asphalt ST Review: Gravel and Dirt You Can Lift for $1,500
The Mokwheel Asphalt ST is a budget way onto easy off-road terrain, with a throttle, hydraulic brakes, and a frame light enough to load solo.
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What the stars are rated against
The stars compare this bike with other off-road e-bikes we have scored — 38 of them. They are a ranking inside that group, not an absolute grade: four stars means it beats most of that set on the measure, not that it hits some fixed standard.
Peers are drawn from a tight price band around this bike, so a $1,000 commuter is judged against other $1,000 commuters rather than against machines costing three times as much. Change the group and the stars would change with it.
The headline Genius Score is not decided by that group alone. It blends the category ranking above with a market-wide view across every bike we publish, so a bike cannot climb simply by sitting in a weak category. How we score.
If you've wanted to get off the pavement without spending a fortune, the Mokwheel Asphalt ST is one of the easier ways in. At $1,499.99 it's aimed at gravel roads, dirt paths, and the kind of light trail riding where you're covering ground rather than picking through boulders. And unlike a lot of off-road e-bikes, it won't fight you every time you need to move it: 63 pounds is genuinely manageable for one person.
It's a bike with a , so you can pull away and cruise without pedaling up to 20 mph, then let carry you on to 28 mph when you want to move. That mix, a strong build, and a fair price earn it a Genius Score of 79 out of 100. It's a solid budget adventure bike as long as you match it to the right terrain.
Pros & cons
What we like
- Real value for the money. You get , a big battery, and a proper throttle for well under what a lot of off-road bikes charge.
- At 63 pounds it's light for an off-road e-bike, so handling it on your own isn't a struggle.
- 70 Nm of gives it steady pulling power for getting rolling on loose surfaces and climbing moderate grades.
- A generous 705Wh leaves room to wander between charges.
- A means you can cruise up to 20 mph without pedaling, which helps when you're starting on a hill or loose ground.
Worth weighing
- The 500W motor is modest for a go-anywhere bike, so long, steep, fully loaded climbs will have it working hard.
- The 27.5" x 2.4" tires handle packed dirt and gravel well, but they don't have the width or float for deep sand or rocky, technical trails.
Key specs
The motor & power
Power comes from a 500W . With , it has enough grunt to get you moving on gravel and pull up moderate hills without drama.
The catch is that 500 watts is on the modest side for a bike sold on adventure, so long, steep, loaded climbs will have it laboring. Mokwheel lists an , but that's a short burst you'll feel on a quick kick of acceleration, not steady climbing power. On its 500 , it's a capable everyday off-road motor for rolling terrain.
Mokwheel's materials float a couple of different motor figures, including a 750W/1300W number that actually belongs to a different model. For the Asphalt ST, the spec sheet is clear: 500 watts continuous, 860 watts peak. That's what we go by.
Range & battery
The 705Wh is a decent size for the price, and Mokwheel puts at up to 60 miles.
Like every manufacturer's number, that 60-mile figure assumes flat ground, light pedaling, and easy conditions. On dirt and gravel, over a few climbs, or leaning on the , you'll cover less, so build your rides around a more cautious number than the headline one. If you tend to ride far from an outlet, that's worth planning for.
Ride & components
The Asphalt ST rolls on 27.5" x 2.4" tires, a middle-ground setup. They're grippier and more forgiving than road tires, so hardpack, gravel, and dirt paths feel comfortable, but they aren't the wide, floaty tires you'd want for soft sand or loose, rocky trails.
Stopping comes from (TEKTRO TKD171), which hold up better than cable brakes on long or loose descents where you're braking a lot. Shifting is a basic Shimano 7-speed, simple and enough for this style of riding.
At 63 pounds it sits on the lighter end for an off-road e-bike, and that pays off when you're hoisting it onto a hitch rack or steering it through a crowded shed. It'll also carry a rider plus gear up to a total.
Price & value
At $1,499.99, the Asphalt ST is one of the more affordable ways to get a properly equipped off-road e-bike. Hydraulic brakes, a large battery, and a genuine throttle are all here at a price where rivals often cut corners, which is why value is one of its strongest points.
You are trading something for that price, mainly a modest motor and real-world range that lands below the advertised number. But if your riding is gravel roads and easy trails rather than steep, technical terrain, the balance tips in your favor.
Who it's for
The weekend gravel explorer
If your weekends are gravel roads, dirt roads, and mellow trails, and you don't want to spend a premium to get out there, this is an easy call. The traction and torque handle loose surfaces, and it's cheap enough to justify as a fun second bike.
The cruise-without-pedaling rider
If you like the option to stop pedaling and coast on power, the rolls you up to 20 mph on its own. That's genuinely useful for pulling away on a loose or uphill start when you don't want to fight for momentum.
The sand-and-singletrack crowd
If off-road to you means churning through soft beach sand or dropping into rocky singletrack, the 2.4-inch tires just don't give you enough cushion or grip. A fat-tire bike with real suspension will treat you better on that kind of ground.
The all-day backcountry rider
If you're planning long rides far from anywhere to plug in, count on real range landing below the 60-mile claim once terrain and throttle enter the mix. Pack a charger or keep your loops shorter to stay safe.
Frequently asked
Does the Mokwheel Asphalt ST have a throttle?
Yes. It has a thumb that lets you ride without pedaling up to 20 mph.
Can you ride the Mokwheel Asphalt ST without pedaling?
You can. The throttle powers you up to 20 mph on its own, and if you pedal along, assist carries you to 28 mph.
How far can the Mokwheel Asphalt ST go on a charge?
Mokwheel claims up to 60 miles from the 705Wh battery. Expect less in practice, since dirt, climbs, and throttle use all pull that number down.
How fast does the Mokwheel Asphalt ST go?
Up to 20 mph on the throttle alone, and up to 28 mph using pedal assist.
What class is the Mokwheel Asphalt ST?
It's a Class 3 e-bike, based on its 20 mph throttle limit and 28 mph pedal-assist top speed. Check your local rules, since some trails and paths restrict Class 3 bikes.
How much does the Mokwheel Asphalt ST weigh?
It weighs 63 pounds, which is on the lighter side for an off-road e-bike and easy enough for one person to handle.
How it compares to its siblings
The Asphalt ST is a hair lighter than the standard Asphalt (63 lb vs. 64 lb) but carries a lower payload capacity, rated for 300 lb versus 350 lb. Everything else that matters for performance and cost is identical: same price, same motor, torque, battery, range, brakes, drivetrain, and tires, so the two land at the same Genius score of 79. If you're near or over 300 lb riding weight with gear, that payload gap is the one number that should push you to the standard Asphalt instead.
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Guides worth reading
- E-bike classes explained: Class 1, 2 and 3Three classes, two questions: does it have a throttle, and how fast does the motor keep helping.
- Nominal vs peak watts on an e-bikeThe wattage in the headline is usually the peak figure, which can be roughly double the number the motor actually sustains.
- E-bike range explainedEvery range figure on every spec sheet is a best case. Here is how to translate it into what you'll really see.
How we score: the Genius Score blends a bike's capability against same-price peers with its value for the money, weighted for what this off-road buyer prioritises. Specs are pulled from the manufacturer's live page and normalised (nominal vs peak watts, true weight with battery). Ratings are our estimate from specs, not a lab test.