Magnum Peak 2.0 Review | For The Active SUV Life

A 720 Wh battery is a pretty generous size, and more than enough for the needs of a 500W motor. Combos like this can yield great range, and that’s exactly what we saw with the Peak 2.0.

On our minimum assistance test in Eco mode, the bike stretched for 69.2 miles. Not bad at all, especially since Magnum estimates 50 miles, so it blew right past that figure.

The max power (class 2 settings, so Turbo mode) also did nicely going 34.2 miles.

In terms of efficiency, this is pretty must dead on the average for 500W hub motors in our database. It used up 10.4 Wh/mile and 21 in the min and max test respectively. That’s maybe a little better than I would have thought given the wide knobby tires it uses when most other setups in the database or more narrow and roadtread friendly.

In terms of useable range, that’s plenty. One wishlist item would be to see a faster charger than the included two amp one. That’ll place charging around 7-8 hours from fully drained, but it’s not a hug problem as it’s got good range to work with.

Our hill test is designed to find out what motors are made of and if the throttle and pedal capabilities can handle extremes.

Using just the Peak 2.0’s throttle, the bike made it to the top in 2:35 with a 11.7 mph average. With help from Justin’s legs, it was able to shave off some time coming in at 2:23 and a 12.7 mph average.

The good news is it made it up both tests. That’s never a guarantee with a throttle on a 500W motor. These times were a bit slower than the category average as other 500W hubs finished at 2:14 and 2:12 respectively, but I think this bike’s purposed is one meant to help you be active and not do everything for you, and in that regard, it does great.

Tektro hydraulic disc brakes are an industry staple for good reason, and their inclusion hear on the Peak 2.0 lead to some really good brake test results.

I was able to stop in 19’8”. That’s nearly two feet better than the average stopping result. The bike had the advantage of a wide tire for a bit better contact patch, and Magnum kept the weight manageable to at 63 lbs. Along with some nice frame design, it lead to a good brake result.

Taillights are optional, but I’d consider throwing on a seat tube mounted one or get the rear rack attachment that includes a light for better visibility when using this as a commuter as we’re fans of increasing visibility especiallyas it ties into braking. But as for the capabilities of the brakes themselves, this bike did a great job.

The Peak 2.0 has great handling characteristics. I think the frame design fit me wonderfully, which is rare as it’s built to be a one-size-fits all which is often code for Medium-sized frame. But I like the higher head tube location and the cockpit has just the right amount of reach for me to be comfortable, yet still slightly forward leaning to lean into the active pedal nature of the ride.

Magnum has three color options which is nice for finding your personality with the blue, blue grey, or black of the Graphite model we tested.

I really love the display. It’s rare to find frame integrated units in the sub $2k price, and it makes the experience feel and look more premium. The display itself works well and is easy to see. It has a little different access to menus as you hae to time it with holding down the menu button within a few seconds of starting up the bike. Took me a while to realize what I was doing wrong there with the settings not pulling up, but once you know the trick you’re fine.

I like the tires alot. CST Patrols are a great size at 27.5 x 2.8”. Easy to balance on, enough read to grip into loose earth, and overall they handled well.

The SU Suntour fork works grat on road, it’s got enough adjustability and plenty of travel at 140mm to make any paved experience nice. It’s offroad capabilities are more entry level. It’ll be better than many other options, but limited. The sticker on the back sums it up wll as “intended for leisurely cross country” and no downhill, jumping, etc. Again, this isn’t a true blood MTB, so I won’t hold that against it, jsust keep it in line with use at camping sites, fire roads and the like.

The frame and desig are all pretty clean. I think the bike has nice lines, including the downtube that makes a peak at the top. I hope that was intentional with the name Peak. The battery can stealthy come out from the underside of the downtube which is convenient for charging or easier loading into a truck or on a bike rack.

Another win for the frame is the angle of the top tube. Magnum says it is 2” lower vs previousmodels which does help in accommodating a larger amount of the population, and with the seat height I had no issues getting a full pedal stroke with my 32” inseam.

One minor gripe, but the kickstand placement is one of those that clashes with the pedal location. It’s a minor annoyance, but depending what you do when parking your bike you can run into it.

I like that the shorter fenders give it a cool look and do keep some debris off you. There are longer fenders you can order if you choose, and you can show for front or rear racks oo as the bike has mounting locations for those, and a water bottle cage.

Industry trends rise and fall, but I’d say we’re n a prolonged phase of seeing more do-it-all SUV style rides come along with different angles of trying to standout. Magnum’s Peak 2.0 executes wonderfully as a more active feeling option where you can get some genuine exercise in while still feeling your riding a fun and powerful bike that’s leveling up your capabilities.

The bike has great range, nice brakes, and a pretty solid look to it without screaming for attention. Nice touches like lowering the top tube to make the standover height a bit easier, or including a nice frame integrated display enhance the overall appeal.

For any rider looking for an active e-bike that’ll comfortably navigate dirt roads and feel good on the local bike path too, the Peak 2.0 is worth checking out at a magnum-based dealer near you.

Happy Riding! Make sure to let us know if you have any questions or if you think we left anything out in this review of the Magnum Peak 2.0 down in our comments section.