Mokwheel Scoria 2.0 Review: 940Wh Battery for All-Day Trails for $1,800
With 90 Nm of torque, a throttle, and up to 80 miles of claimed range, this fat-tire bike handles loose backroads and gravel days for a mid-range $1,799.99.
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What the stars are rated against
The stars compare this bike with other off-road e-bikes we have scored — 35 of them, priced $1,080–$2,520. 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 want a fat-tire bike that can actually string together a long day on mixed ground, the Mokwheel Scoria 2.0 is built around that idea. It pairs strong pull with a large 940Wh , so you can link up gravel roads, dirt trails, and the paved stretch home without watching the battery meter the whole time.
It's a bike, so the moves you up to 20 mph with no pedaling and carries you to 28. That flexibility matters on varied terrain, where you might thumb the throttle out of a technical spot and lean on the assist and torque for the long climbs.
Pros & cons
What we like
- The 940Wh is large for a fat-tire bike at this price, so a full day of mixed riding won't leave you hunting for an outlet.
- 90 Nm of paired with a 750W motor gives it real pull on steep, loose climbs where lighter bikes start to bog down.
- The lets you pull away from a stop or grind up a rough section without pedaling, up to 20 mph.
- A 350 lb leaves plenty of room for a passenger, loaded panniers, or a weekend of camping gear.
- give you strong, controlled stopping even when the bike is loaded and pointed downhill.
Worth weighing
- On rocky, rutted terrain the short 20-inch wheels pass more of the trail into the bike than a larger wheel would, so the roughest singletrack is where it feels out of its element.
- Mokwheel doesn't publish details, so it's hard to know upfront how much rough-trail chatter the bike smooths out.
Key specs
The motor & power
The Scoria 2.0 runs a 750W rated at 90 Nm of , and that pairing is what makes it feel at home on the terrain a fat-tire bike is built for. On loose gravel or a steep dirt pitch, that pull keeps you climbing steadily instead of stalling out, which is exactly where a weaker motor would leave you pedaling hard.
Mokwheel also lists 1,100 watts of . What you'll actually feel on a climb is the 750W continuous rating, which is enough to haul a loaded bike up a loose grade at a steady pace.
Because it's a setup, the gets you rolling up to 20 mph with no pedaling, and takes you the rest of the way to 28. The throttle earns its keep on technical starts and short steep sections, though leaning on it does pull the battery down faster, and it's the reason the bike lands where it does on class and where you're allowed to ride it.
Mokwheel's own materials don't agree on peak power. One spot lists 1,100W peak with 90 Nm, another shows 1,300W peak with 210 Nm. We go with the more conservative 1,100W and 90 Nm, since that's what the primary spec sheet states. Either way, the number that matters day to day is the steady 750W.
Range & battery
The battery here is a 48V, 19.6Ah pack that works out to 940Wh, a lot of stored energy for a bike in this bracket. In practice that lets you chain together a full loop of trails and gravel and still have charge left for the paved ride home.
Mokwheel , and that figure comes from easy, ideal riding. On real terrain with climbs, a heavy load, and some throttle use, you'll land well short of it, though even a cautious estimate still covers most full-day rides comfortably. Cold weather and soft ground will pull it down further, so charge the night before a big day out.
Ride & components
Floating over sand and loose dirt is where the 20" x 4.0" fat tires earn their place, since the extra width and low pressure soak up bumps an off-road bike hits all day. The smaller 20-inch diameter is the trade-off: a short wheel drops into ruts and knocks against rocks that a taller tire would roll right over, so chunky, rooty singletrack is where you'll notice the ceiling.
The Tektro TKD171 hydraulic disc brakes matter more than they sound on a bike this heavy. Fully loaded and pointed downhill, you want the extra stopping power that hydraulics give you over cable brakes. Gears come from a Shimano 8-speed, which has enough range for climbs and flat cruising.
At 82 lb it's a substantial bike, which is normal for a fat-tire off-roader with a battery this size. That weight buys you a rock-solid 350 lb payload, so you can add a rear passenger, cargo bags, or gear and still ride confidently.
One thing to note: Mokwheel doesn't spell out the suspension setup, so if plush comfort over rough ground is your priority, that's a detail worth confirming before you buy.
Price & value
At $1,799.99, the Scoria 2.0 earns a Genius Score of 78 out of 100, which reflects a lot of capability for the money. The big battery and strong motor are the parts doing the heavy lifting there.
The 940Wh pack and 90 Nm motor are the parts you'd normally pay more to get, and here they show up on a bike under $1,800. Rivals with bigger wheels do handle rough ground better, but few of them give you this much range and pull for the price.
Who it's for
The all-day trail explorer
If your idea of fun is stitching together gravel roads, dirt trails, and the ride home into one long outing, this is an easy pick. The 940Wh battery and 90 Nm of pull are built for exactly that kind of distance and terrain.
The rider who'd rather not pedal
If you like the option to sit back and cruise, the does the work up to 20 mph, which is a relief for tired legs late in a ride or when you're getting rolling on a loose start. Just know that steady throttle riding trims the range you'll get.
The technical singletrack chaser
If you spend most of your time on rooty, rocky trails where the ground never smooths out, take a closer look first. The short wheels and an unpublished suspension spec mean you can't count on this bike to soak up the worst of it, so confirm those details before committing.
The pure pavement commuter
If you only ride smooth streets to work and back, this is more bike than you need. The 4-inch fat tires add drag on pavement, and you'd likely be happier on a lighter, road-focused commuter.
Frequently asked
Does the Mokwheel Scoria 2.0 have a throttle?
Yes. It has a thumb that powers the bike up to 20 mph without pedaling.
Can you ride the Mokwheel Scoria 2.0 without pedaling?
Yes. Using the throttle you can ride up to 20 mph without pedaling at all. If you want to go faster, pedal-assist takes you up to 28 mph.
How fast does the Mokwheel Scoria 2.0 go?
It reaches 20 mph on the throttle alone and 28 mph with .
How far does the Mokwheel Scoria 2.0 go on a charge?
Mokwheel claims up to 80 miles from its 940Wh battery. That's a best-case figure, so expect meaningfully less on hilly trails with a load or heavy throttle use, though it still covers most full-day rides.
What class is the Mokwheel Scoria 2.0?
It's a e-bike, meaning the throttle works up to 20 mph and pedal-assist tops out at 28 mph.
How much does the Mokwheel Scoria 2.0 weigh and how much can it carry?
The bike weighs 82 lb, which is normal for a fat-tire off-roader with a battery this large, and it has a 350 lb payload capacity for a rider plus cargo or a passenger.
How much does the Mokwheel Scoria 2.0 cost?
It's priced at $1,799.99, which is competitive for a fat-tire off-road bike with this much battery and motor power.
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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.