Mokwheel Basalt 2.0 Review: Long Range and a Big Payload for $1,700
For $1,699, Mokwheel gives you a fat-tire off-roader with the battery and muscle for long, loaded days on mixed terrain, as long as you don't need spelled-out suspension specs.
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What the stars are rated against
The stars compare this bike with other off-road e-bikes we have scored — 36 of them, priced $850–$2,550. 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.
The Mokwheel Basalt 2.0 is built to cover ground on mixed terrain, from gravel roads and fire trails to sandy paths and the paved stretch that gets you there. A big 940Wh and Mokwheel's up-to-80-mile are the headline, and with coming from the 750W , it has the grunt to keep climbing when the trail tilts up. That range of capability is why it lands at 84 out of 100 in our scoring.
It's a bike with a , so you can pull away and cruise without pedaling up to 20 mph, and pedaling with the assist takes you all the way to 28. The throttle is a real help on a heavy fat-tire bike, whether you're starting from a dead stop on soft ground or nursing a loose climb. The catch is that leaning on it will pull your real range down from that 80-mile number.
Pros & cons
What we like
- A 940Wh you rarely have to worry about, with an up-to-80-mile claim that supports full-day rides.
- and a 750W motor (1,100W peak) that keep a loaded bike moving up loose climbs instead of stalling.
- A lets you skip pedaling and cruise to 20 mph, which is handy pulling away on sand or gravel.
- A 450-pound leaves real headroom for a passenger, panniers, or a hunting and camping load.
- Strong everyday hardware, including and puncture-resistant fat tires, earns it our top build marks.
Worth weighing
- Mokwheel doesn't publish details, so if you're eyeing rocky descents, confirm what fork it ships with first.
Key specs
The motor & power
The 750W gives you steady, even power rather than a hard punch off the line. It's rated at 750W continuous with an 1,100W for short bursts, and the figure that matters day to day is that 750 steady number.
For off-road riding, the is the part that really counts. That's enough to keep a loaded fat-tire bike grinding up a steep, loose climb where a lighter commuter would bog down and give up.
Because it pairs a with pedal-assist that reaches 28 mph, it counts as a bike. The throttle on its own gets you to 20 mph with no pedaling at all, so getting rolling from a stop on sand or gravel is easy.
Mokwheel's spec sheet lists both 750W and 1,100W as "peak" in different spots, which is confusing. The consistent reading is 750W continuous with 1,100W peak, so judge the motor on that 750 steady figure and treat the 1,100 as short bursts.
Range & battery
The 940Wh is genuinely large for this price, and it's what makes the up-to-80-mile claim possible in the first place.
That 80-mile figure assumes the easy stuff: flat, firm ground, a light load, and mostly pedaling. Your real number comes down lower on steep trails, with a heavy load, or when you spend a lot of time on the throttle. What you get in return is a bike sized for long outings rather than one that has you watching the battery gauge.
Ride & components
The 26" x 4.0" fat tires are the heart of how this bike rides, floating over sand, gravel, snow, and roots that would stop a skinnier tire cold. They're puncture-resistant too, which counts for a lot when you're miles from the trailhead.
Stopping comes from TEKTRO TKD171 , so you get strong, low-effort braking that you'll be glad to have on a heavy bike pointed downhill. Shifting is a Shimano 8-speed setup, which is basic but dependable and gives you enough gears to settle into a comfortable rhythm on most terrain.
At 80 pounds it's a substantial machine, which is normal for a fat-tire build with a battery this big. The 450-pound is the real standout here, giving you the freedom to load gear or bring a passenger without pushing the bike's limits.
One thing worth checking before you buy: Mokwheel doesn't spell out the in its specs, so if you plan on genuinely rough, rocky trails, ask what fork it ships with.
Price & value
At $1,699.99, the Basalt 2.0 stacks up a lot of hardware for the money. A 940Wh battery, real , and quality all land under two grand.
That's why value comes out as a real strength in our scoring. You're getting off-road capability that costs noticeably more from plenty of rivals, and for a mid-priced fat-tire bike there's very little you have to give up to get it.
Who it's for
The all-terrain explorer
If your rides jump between gravel roads, fire trails, sand, and the paved miles that connect them, this bike is a natural fit. The fat tires handle loose ground and the huge battery means you aren't turning back early just to save charge.
The gear hauler
If you load a bike heavy for hunting, fishing, camping, or errands with a passenger along, the 450-pound payload gives you room most e-bikes can't match. With 90 Nm of grunt, it still pulls that weight up a climb.
The pavement-only rider
If you only ever ride smooth city streets, the 4-inch fat tires add drag you don't need and the bike weighs more than a dedicated street commuter. You'd be paying for off-road ability that never gets used.
The no-pedal speed chaser
If you were hoping to hold top speed on the alone, know that it caps at 20 mph, and the full 28 mph only arrives when you pedal with the assist on. It's great for relaxed cruising, less so if you pictured effortless 28-mph runs.
Frequently asked
Does the Mokwheel Basalt 2.0 have a throttle?
Yes. It has a thumb that moves the bike up to 20 mph without pedaling, which makes starts on loose ground and slow climbs a lot easier.
Can you ride the Mokwheel Basalt 2.0 without pedaling?
Yes. Using the throttle, you can ride up to 20 mph with no pedaling. To reach its 28 mph top speed, you have to pedal with the assist turned on.
How far does the Mokwheel Basalt 2.0 go on a charge?
Mokwheel claims up to 80 miles from the 940Wh battery. Expect fewer if you ride hilly trails, carry a heavy load, or use the throttle often, since 80 miles is a best-case number.
How fast does the Mokwheel Basalt 2.0 go?
It tops out at 28 mph when you pedal with the assist, and 20 mph on the throttle alone.
What class is the Mokwheel Basalt 2.0?
It's a Class 3 e-bike: throttle to 20 mph and pedal-assist to 28 mph. Some bike paths restrict Class 3 bikes, so check your local rules on where you can ride.
How much can the Mokwheel Basalt 2.0 carry?
Its payload capacity is 450 pounds, which easily covers a rider plus gear or a passenger with room to spare.
How it compares to its siblings
Step up to the Basalt 2.0 and you pay $200 more than the Basalt or Basalt ST ($1,699.99 vs $1,499.99) for one real change: an 8-speed drivetrain instead of 7-speed. Everything else is the same, same motor, torque, battery capacity, weight, and brakes. That extra gear comes with a lower Genius score, 84 versus 90 for the cheaper siblings, so this is only worth it if the added gear range matters more to you than the score gap. The Basalt ST 2.0 shares the same drivetrain upgrade but costs another $100 and scores even lower.
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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.