Mokwheel · Commuter & cruiser
Mokwheel Asphalt: real range, hills and charging
A 180 lb rider on the Mokwheel Asphalt at 16 mph with relaxed pedaling over rolling hills (±2%) on pavement can expect about 46 miles per charge (37–55 mi), using 13.9 Wh per mile. The brand claims up to 60 miles. That is about 76% of the claim. On throttle only over hills it drops to about 30 miles.
$1,800
706
Wh battery
500
W motor
28
mph max
Price checked 2026-10-20. We may earn a commission.
How far does the Mokwheel Asphalt go for your weight?
Miles per full charge on a new battery at 70°F on pavement, no wind. Each number is the middle of a ±20% band. Mokwheel claims 50–60 miles (no conditions stated).
| Rider weight | Easy 12 mph | Everyday 16 mph | Fast 20 mph | Throttle, hills |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 150 lb | 81 mi (65–97) | 50 mi (40–59) | 34 mi (27–40) | 33 mi (26–39) |
| 200 lb | 72 mi (58–86) | 43 mi (35–52) | 32 mi (26–38) | 28 mi (22–34) |
| 250 lb | 65 mi (52–77) | 39 mi (31–46) | 30 mi (24–37) | 25 mi (20–30) |
| 300 lb | 59 mi (47–70) | 35 mi (28–42) | 29 mi (23–35) | 22 mi (18–26) |
- Easy 12 mph: 12 mph, relaxed pedaling, flat
- Everyday 16 mph: 16 mph, relaxed pedaling, rolling hills
- Fast 20 mph: 20 mph, relaxed pedaling, rolling hills
- Throttle, hills: 15 mph, no pedaling, hilly
Can the Mokwheel Asphalt climb hills?
Highest steady speed on each grade, motor at its 860 W peak, limited by its 70 Nm of torque. A 10% grade is a steep city street; 15% is a hard hill.
| Rider | 5% grade | 10% grade | 15% grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 180 lb, throttle | 18 mph | 10 mph | 7 mph |
| 180 lb, pedaling | 19 mph | 12 mph | 8 mph |
| 250 lb, throttle | 15 mph | 8 mph | stalls |
| 250 lb, pedaling | 17 mph | 9 mph | 7 mph |
Steepest grade at 8 mph (180 lb): 14% on throttle, 16% with moderate pedaling. Peak power lasts for short hills; on long climbs motors fall back toward their 500 W nominal rating.
Charging time and cost
Empty to full (3 A)
4 h 40 min
With a 5 A charger
3 h 12 min
Cost per full charge
$0.15
Cost per mile
0.30¢
US average residential electricity, 18.31¢/kWh (EIA, July 2026), 85% charger efficiency. Charge time: constant current to ~85%, then about an hour of top-off.
Range in cold weather
70°F
46
mi · 100% cap.
50°F
42
mi · 94% cap.
32°F
38
mi · 85% cap.
20°F
33
mi · 75% cap.
Everyday scenario, 180 lb rider. Capacity loss is temporary; store and charge the battery indoors and never charge it below freezing.
Simulate your own ride on the Asphalt
Mokwheel Asphalt specs
From the Mokwheel product page, checked 2026-10-20. est. marks values Mokwheel doesn't confirm.
- Price
- $1,500 (list $1,800)
- Class
- Class 3, throttle est.
Source note
20 mph throttle / 28 mph PAS; class not named
- Top assisted speed
- 28 mph
Source note
PAS; throttle 20 mph
- Battery
- 706 Wh (48 V × 14.7 Ah), removable
Source note
Computed from 48V 14.7Ah (705.6Wh)
- Motor
- 500 W nominal, 860 W peak, rear hub
- Torque
- 70 Nm
Source note
Mokwheel says '70Nm+'
- Pedal sensor
- Torque and cadence
- Claimed range
- 50–60 mi (No conditions stated)
Source note
A page banner also says 60-80 mi and 750W (appears copied from another model)
- Weight
- 64 lb with battery
- Max load
- 350 lb rider + cargo
- Wheels & tires
- 27.5" × 2.4"
- Frame
- 6061 aluminum step-over commuter for taller riders (173-200 cm), 100mm fork
- Charger
- 3 A
- Safety certification
- UL 2849 ('in accordance with')
Common questions
What is the weight limit of the Mokwheel Asphalt?
Mokwheel rates the Asphalt for 350 lb total (rider plus cargo). At 300 lb it still goes about 35 miles in everyday riding.
Can the Mokwheel Asphalt climb steep hills?
On throttle alone, with a 180 lb rider, it can hold 8 mph up a grade of about 14% (our estimate from its 860 W peak power and 70 Nm). With moderate pedaling, about 16%. On a 10% hill it holds about 10 mph on throttle.
How long does the Mokwheel Asphalt take to charge?
About 4 h 40 min from empty with the 3 A charger, or about 3 h 12 min with a 5 A fast charger. A full charge costs about $0.15 at the US average of 18.31¢/kWh, or 0.30¢ per mile.
Is the Mokwheel Asphalt a Class 2 or Class 3 e-bike?
Mokwheel lists it as Class 3, with a top assisted speed of 28 mph and a throttle. Class 3 speeds (up to 28 mph) are limited to pedal assist; on throttle, Class 2 rules cap it at 20 mph.
Which hitch racks fit the Asphalt?
At 64 lb with battery (about 56 lb without it) and 2.4" tires, 21 of 23 hitch racks we track can carry it (some only with the battery removed).
| Kuat Piston ION 2-bike | 100 lb/bike | Fits |
| 1UP USA Super Duty Double | 100 lb/bike | Fits |
| Saris MHS 2 Bike Package | 100 lb/bike | Fits |
| Aventon Hitch Rack Pro | 85 lb/bike | Fits |
| Yakima OnRamp LX | 80 lb/bike | Fits |
| Hollywood Racks Sport Rider for Electric Bikes | 80 lb/bike | Fits |
| Hollywood Racks RV Rider E-Bike Rack | 80 lb/bike | Fits |
| Aventon Hitch Rack | 77 lb/bike | Fits |
| Thule Epos 2-bike | 75 lb/bike | Fits |
| Yakima StageTwo | 70 lb/bike | Fits |
| Hollywood Racks Destination E | 70 lb/bike | Fits |
| Allen Sports High Capacity Locking Premier for Electric Bikes | 70 lb/bike | Fits |
| Kuat Piston Pro X 2-bike | 67 lb/bike | Fits |
| Yakima OnRamp | 66 lb/bike | Fits |
| Thule EasyFold XT 2 | 65 lb/bike | Fits |
| 1UP USA Heavy Duty Double | 65 lb/bike | Fits |
| Thule T2 Pro XTR 2-bike | 60 lb/bike | Fits with battery removed |
| Kuat NV 2.0 2-bike | 60 lb/bike | Fits with battery removed |
| Kuat NV Base 2.0 2-bike | 60 lb/bike | Fits with battery removed |
| Saris Door County 2-Bike Motorized | 60 lb/bike | Fits with battery removed |
| Saris SuperClamp G4 2-Bike | 60 lb/bike | Fits with battery removed |
Doesn't fit: Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE2 (too heavy), Saris Freedom G2 2-Bike (too heavy).
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