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Heybike Titan vs Troxus Explorer Plus iQ

Two fat tire & moto e-bikes at $1,399–$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 50 more miles of range.
  • The Titan costs $700 less.
  • The Explorer Plus iQ carries 240 Wh more battery.
  • The Explorer Plus iQ carries 100 lb more total load.
  • The Explorer Plus iQ makes 21 Nm more torque.
  • The Titan uses a cadence sensor; the Explorer Plus iQ uses a torque + cadence sensor.
  • The Titan is full suspension; the Explorer Plus iQ is hardtail (front only).

Every spec, side by side

TitanExplorer Plus iQ
Headline
Price$1,399$2,099
CategoryFat tire & motoFat tire & moto
Price per Wh$1.94 per Wh$2.19 per Wh
Model year20262026
Motor
Torque65 Nm86 Nm
Motor power750 W750 W
Peak power1500 W—
DriveRear hubRear hub
Motor makeHeybikeBafang
Drive system—Bafang
SensorCadenceTorque + cadence
Battery & range
Battery720 Wh960 Wh
Voltage48V48V
Capacity15 Ah20 Ah
Cells—Samsung
Removable battery—Yes
Range (claim)40 mi90 mi
Range as statedUp to 40 miles (single battery)Up to 90 miles per charge
Est. real range29 mi38 mi
Estimate assumes25 Wh per mile25 Wh per mile
Weight & capacity
Weight85 lb83.8 lb
Max load300 lb400 lb
Rack capacity—100 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
Gears—8-speed
Drivetrain—Shimano, KMC chain
BrakesHydraulic discHydraulic disc
Front rotor—203 mm
Rear rotor—203 mm
SuspensionFull suspensionHardtail (front only)
Fork travel80 mm90 mm
Rear travel55 mmNone
Front suspensionYesYes
Tires20 x 4.026 x 4.0
Display—Colour, Bluetooth, turn signals, remote
Frame—6061-T6 aluminum
Sizes—Small 16.5", Medium 18", Large 20"
Step-through option—Yes
Included
Lights—Yes
Fenders—Yes
Rack—Yes
Kickstand—Yes
SafetyUL 2849*UL 2849*
Safety certificationUL 2849: most models, confirm this oneUL 2849: most models, confirm this one
As the maker states it"UL 2849 Safety Standards" on some models and "In accordance with UL 2849" on others, which is not the same claim"UL-2849 certified" on the Lynx Cargo; the Explorer Plus iQ states the battery is "UL-2271 Certified"
Warranty—5 yr

Specs transcribed from www.heybike.com on 09/30/2026 and www.troxusmobility.com on 09/21/2026. Manufacturers revise specs without notice: confirm before buying.

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