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Aventon Aventure.3 vs Troxus Explorer Plus iQ

Two fat tire & moto e-bikes at $1,999–$2,099, every published spec lined up. Nothing here is estimated: a figure the manufacturer does not publish is shown as “—”.

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Where they differ

  • The Explorer Plus iQ claims 25 more miles of range.
  • The Explorer Plus iQ carries 227 Wh more battery.
  • The Aventure.3 is 7.8 lb lighter.
  • The Explorer Plus iQ makes 6 Nm more torque.
  • The Aventure.3 costs $100 less.
  • The Aventure.3 uses a torque sensor; the Explorer Plus iQ uses a torque + cadence sensor.

Every spec, side by side

Aventure.3Explorer Plus iQ
Headline
Price$1,999$2,099
CategoryFat tire & motoFat tire & moto
Price per Wh$2.73 per Wh$2.19 per Wh
Model year20262026
Motor
Torque80 Nm86 Nm
Motor power750 W750 W
Peak power1440 W
DriveRear hubRear hub
Motor makeAventonBafang
Drive systemBafang
SensorTorqueTorque + cadence
Battery & range
Battery733 Wh960 Wh
Voltage36V48V
Capacity20 Ah20 Ah
CellsLG 21700Samsung
Removable batteryYesYes
Range (claim)65 mi90 mi
Range as statedUp to 65 milesUp to 90 miles per charge
Est. real range29 mi38 mi
Estimate assumes25 Wh per mile25 Wh per mile
Weight & capacity
Weight76 lb83.8 lb
Max load400 lb400 lb
Rack capacity100 lb
Class & speed
Ships asClass 2: throttle, assist to 20 mphClass 2: throttle, assist to 20 mph
Unlocks toClass 3Class 3
ClassClass 2–3Class 2–3
ThrottleYesYes
Top assisted speed28 mph28 mph
Build
Gears8-speed8-speed
DrivetrainShimano AltusShimano, KMC chain
BrakesHydraulic discHydraulic disc
Front rotor180 mm203 mm
Rear rotor180 mm203 mm
SuspensionHardtail (front only)Hardtail (front only)
Fork travel80 mm90 mm
Rear travelNoneNone
Front suspensionYesYes
Suspension seatpost50 mm
Tires26 x 4.026 x 4.0
DisplayAventon BC280Colour, Bluetooth, turn signals, remote
Frame6061 aluminum6061-T6 aluminum
SizesR (440mm), L (500mm)Small 16.5", Medium 18", Large 20"
Step-through optionYesYes
Included
LightsYesYes
FendersYesYes
RackYesYes
KickstandYesYes
SafetyUL 2849UL 2849*
Safety certificationUL 2849: full systemUL 2849: most models, confirm this one
As the maker states itUL and TUV Safety Certified - UL 2849 / UL 2271"UL-2849 certified" on the Lynx Cargo; the Explorer Plus iQ states the battery is "UL-2271 Certified"
Warranty2 yr5 yr
Warranty termsTwo-Year Limited Warranty on frames and framesets

Specs transcribed from www.aventon.com on 09/19/2026 and www.troxusmobility.com on 09/21/2026. Manufacturers revise specs without notice: confirm before buying.

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