Leoguar Trailblazer Review | Is The Motor Magic?

The Motinova motor doesn’t come with a companion app, but it does feature one of the cleaner displays we’ve seen integrated into the top tube. It’s bright and features color-coded PAS levels, allowing you to quickly identify the current mode you’re riding in. The screen is compact but covers the essentials like battery level, speed, and odometer.

There’s also a four-pin password option to unlock the motor, adding a bit of extra security. If you prefer not to use it, you can disable it in the settings. The settings menu itself is fairly basic, offering limited customization beyond setting your top speed, plus a few general bike information points.

On the speed front, the highest programmable option is 24.9 mph — but it’s not a hard limit. I was able to hit just under 28 mph, and even with the cap set at 20 mph, I still reached around 23 mph. Given the higher cadence required to fully tap into the motor’s power, it’s unlikely riders will accidentally overshoot those speeds, but it’s worth noting and could be refined with future programming updates.

Overall, the display is sharp and unobtrusive; the added security is a nice bonus. While programming options are limited, it is still nice to see an eMTB that is willing to ride at Class 3 speeds. There’s room for more user tailoring, but nothing here holds the bike back.

For our eMTB range tests, we ride exclusively in the highest assist mode on our local trails, mixing easy, moderate, and challenging singletrack. While every rider’s power needs will vary, this method gives us a baseline for mileage expectations if you choose to ride in the highest power.

The Trailblazer delivered an impressive result, covering 36.5 miles and climbing 2,649 feet before the battery tapped out. That’s one of the longest ranges we’ve recorded for an eMTB — though with a few caveats.

As mentioned earlier, the Magic T1 motor performs best at higher cadences, which I could maintain more easily on smoother, flatter sections. On bumpier or steeper terrain, I often fell back into my normal rhythm, which meant slightly more rider input and a bit less motor output. In other words, these miles were harder-earned and came a bit slower compared to some other eMTBs with similar power levels, but still notably strong.

Don’t get me wrong, I was still passing every rider on non-electric bikes, and they were working harder and going slower than me, so the e-bike advantage was alive and well.

If you stick to flatter, flowy XC trails, you’ll get the most out of the motor’s capabilities and enjoy excellent mileage. On rougher, more technical trails, the range remains solid and will still support plenty of climbing and long rides.

On our standardized climb, The Devil’s Backbone, the Trailblazer reached the top in 2:22, averaging 12.8 mph. That’s a bit slower than the current eMTB average of 2:05, but still a respectable result for a half-mile climb at an 8% grade.

At our secondary location, the Water Tower Climb — an unpaved hill more suited to this style of bike — it clocked 3:53 for a 13.4 mph average, compared to our current average of 3:32.

While these times are slower than average, slower doesn’t mean bad. For first-time eMTB riders, the Trailblazer will still feel powerful and capable; it just won’t match the pace of some of its peers.

During my personal testing at a local hill near the office, the motor’s higher cadence preference really clicked. By shifting one or two gears easier than I normally would and spinning faster, my climbing speed increased by about 10%. Once you adapt to that cadence, the bike opens up more speed and climbing ability.

It’s on the steeper stuff where the power really shows. Even on long, steep trails in my local singletrack network, the Trailblazer muscled its way to the top without issue.

I’d still welcome slightly lower cadence requirements and quicker motor engagement, but overall, the programming feels safe and manageable — it just rewards riders who are willing to spin a little faster.

At $3,999, the Leoguar Trailblazer offers a well-rounded spec sheet with reliable, entry-level components and a few notable features sprinkled in. It’s a strong value for newer eMTB riders who fall on the smaller to average side in height and build.

There’s only one frame size, but you do get two color options — white/black or yellow/black — both with a sharp paint job. The frame feels well-constructed and stiff, delivering confident handling if it fits you. I’d say it’s best suited for riders up to about 5’11”.

The suspension is solid for the price: a 140mm RockShox Psylo air fork with 35mm stanchions up front, and a RockShox Deluxe rear shock with 45mm stroke and four-bar linkage. It’s enough cushion to handle moderate trails with confidence, though the 35mm stanchions won’t inspire the same level of stiffness for bigger riders, reinforcing that this bike is better suited for smaller to average builds.

The dropper post is handy for quickly adjusting saddle height on climbs and descents. Travel is 125mm, and felt like you’d want a 31” or shorter inseam o get adequate leg extension out of it.

Braking comes from the Shimano MT420 4-piston system with 203/180mm rotors, which provides progressive modulation and plenty of stopping power when you need it.

The 27.5” x 2.6” Maxxis Rekon tires are another eMTB staple, offering solid traction and sufficient width for improved float over loose terrain, albeit at the expense of a touch of agility. Contact points like the grips and saddle felt solid, but I’d suggest upgrading to more robust pedals.

Handling was nimble and responsive. Even though the bike was undersized for me (at 6’1” and 235 lbs), the shorter wheelbase made it feel snappy and maneuverable on the trail.

For improving overall quality, I’d love to see more frame sizing options, additional motor customization beyond top speed, and eventually a second build with more mid-tier components. Still, for the asking price, the Trailblazer offers solid value as a capable starting point so long as it fits you.

Leoguar may be new to the scene, but the Trailblazer is a strong first step into the affordable eMTB category. As an entry-level option, it gets most things right, and with a few motor refinements, it could be even better.

The frame and handling stood out as highlights. It feels confident, looks clean and polished, and offers enough maneuverability to have fun carving through corners and enjoying flowy trail sections.

The motor took some figuring out, but once I dialed in its preferred cadence, I didn’t find a hill it couldn’t climb. It also lived up to its name by letting me “blaze” along at higher speeds — though I’d still welcome a few programming tweaks to make that process more intuitive.

Overall, the Trailblazer should appeal to smaller and average-sized riders who are newer to eMTB riding and want solid capability without paying legacy-brand prices for their so-called “entry-level” models. It also has some hybrid potential for riders who want a full-suspension, trail-capable bike that can double as a more aggressive-looking commuter.

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