Mokwheel Scoria Review

We’ve seen a few range claims that didn’t live up to the hype, but that’s not the case with the Scoria!

The Scoria definitely satisfied our expectations when we did the range test. We do two range tests to see how far this bike can go using minimum motor power and using maximum motor power.

Riding this bike and using minimum power, riding in PAS 1 the whole time, this bike went 65 miles, and an average speed of 12.4 mph. We were stoked to see that result because it was within the range Mokwheel said this bike is supposed to go on a single battery charge.

Riding and using maximum motor power, in PAS 5 the whole time, this battery had enough juice to take me 31.6 miles, at an average speed of 20.9 mph – wow! That’s one of the faster average speeds we’ve seen with moped-style e-bikes like the Scoria.

This bike’s 750-watt power plant motor cranks out up to 90 Newton meters (Nm) of torque, making this bike an enviable candidate for testing on our gargantuan test hill.

We use Southwest Utah’s infamous “Hell Hole Trail” for this test. As the name implies, this hill climb is one of the toughest you’ll encounter on a bike. Some really good e-bikes have had a hard time on this test. So we were curious to see how the Scoria, which Mokwheel hails as an “all-terrain” e-bike, would fare on this test. The short answer: the bike’s performance was pretty good!

Having a hub motor benefited the Scoria on the throttle-only test because hub motors don’t need to rely on rider pedaling like mid-drive motors do. Reaching the top of Hell Hole in 1:25, at an average speed of 12.8 mph put this bike in the middle compared to other fat tire e-bikes.

Tackling this hill in the second test, using PAS 5 and doing average pedal effort, this bike bodied to the top with an impressive time of 1:11. The Scoria’s time and average speed of 15.3 mph was one of the faster results among the fat tire e-bikes we’ve tested here at EBR.

Safety starts with having brakes that stop you when you need them to. On the one hand, the brake test result numbers for the Scoria didn’t grab us and make us say “wow.” But on the other hand, this bike’s braking ability in all of our rides still felt good. The brake test average stopping distance was 23’11”, which is a little above average for this category of e-bike. But each of the test riders, myself included, determined that the braking on this bike was still acceptable by our standards.The Scoria comes equipped with Tektro HD-E350 hydraulic disc brakes, 180mm rotors & 2-piston calipers. These brakes are pretty common on many of the new e-bikes being sold, and they consistently perform well for us, no matter what e-bike they’re on. Right before I sat down to write this section, I took the Scoria out for another 30-minute test ride, and gave the brakes a good workout. I was completely satisfied with the brake’s performance today, just like the previous times I rode.

I mention this because everyone here at EBR values safety and having good brakes. When I reflected on the test results and compared that with my overall riding experience on this bike, I had to do another test ride and really take a closer look at how these brakes worked. If I had to take this bike out – as is – on an enduring long distance endurance ride, I would be content riding it the way it is. Sometimes brake test results can be a little off from how the bike really performs. That’s why I took the extra time to look a little deeper and make sure these brakes are good to go.

Looking back at the features we covered in this review, the Mokwheel Scoria step through has some great features for riders looking for a Class 3, fat tire e-bike with a torque sensor to improve motor engagement and helps the battery give you a range up to nearly 70 miles.Complementing the torque sensor was fitting the 19.4 Ah Samsung battery. Getting a 77 lb e-bike to travel that kind of mileage on a single battery charge is not common, so we really appreciate what Mokwheel accomplished adding the torque sensor to help make this possible.

Along with this bike’s power, range, and improved motor engagement with our pedaling, we also appreciated the quality ride this bike offered. The step-through frame was easy to hop on and handle. The 4-inch wide fat tires really gave us good control of the bike, wherever we rode it, and we are sure new riders and riders returning from long layoffs are going to feel more confident when they ride this bike.

The variety of components Mokwheel paired with the Scoria really complemented our overall riding experience and gave us a sense that you’re getting good value for your money with this bike. As you have already noticed by now, we had just a few minor gripes that can either be overlooked or remedied with a little extra work. An expanded range for pedaling at faster speeds, and a little bit more tuning on PAS levels would be nice.

The big picture with the Scoria is that you get an e-bike that’s easy for almost anyone to hop on and have fun. This bike has some great components to further that, like the 750w motor that can get you to the top of some challenging hills; a 19.4 Ah battery that holds enough juice to take you at least 60 miles; fat tires that give you great control of the bike; nice suspension for absorbing the bumps; and a rear rack that enable you to carry lots of goodies to wherever you want to take this bike.

We also like how this bike is designed to use the optional 1000w inverter, which comes with its own neat carrying case attached to the seat post tube. This inverter takes power from your battery and can charge a wide array of electronic devices, like your smartphone, laptop computer, and even fun camping stuff like a coffee maker and blender. You can also get a portable solar charging panel to recharge your battery, meaning you could ride this on a camping trip and still have some modern comforts. That’s pretty cool!

More importantly, if you’ve been away from bikes for a while, or if you’re new to riding, this bike is user-friendly, which means you can be more confident when you ride, as well as comfortable.

If you want to learn more about how you can get your hands on one of these bikes, click the pricing link above. Mokwheel ships directly to consumers at no additional cost to buyers in the contiguous 48 US states and to Canada. They ship via FedEx or UPS, and you can usually get your new e-bike in 2 – 7 days. Mokwheel e-bikes come with a limited 2-year warranty, and returns can be made within the first 15 days (subject to a restocking fee).

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