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Himiway D5 2.0 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 carries 240 Wh more battery.
  • The Explorer Plus iQ is 8.2 lb lighter.
  • The D5 2.0 costs $100 less.
  • The D5 2.0 is full suspension; the Explorer Plus iQ is hardtail (front only).

Every spec, side by side

D5 2.0Explorer Plus iQ
Headline
Price$1,999$2,099
CategoryFat tire & motoFat tire & moto
Price per Wh$2.78 per Wh$2.19 per Wh
Model year20262026
Motor
Torque90 Nm86 Nm
Motor power750 W750 W
Peak power1300 W
DriveRear hubRear hub
Motor makeHimiway geared hubBafang
Drive systemBafang
SensorTorque + cadenceTorque + cadence
Battery & range
Battery720 Wh960 Wh
Voltage48V48V
Capacity15 Ah20 Ah
CellsSamsung
Removable batteryYesYes
Range (claim)90 mi
Range as statedUp to 90 miles per charge
Est. real range29 mi38 mi
Estimate assumes25 Wh per mile25 Wh per mile
Weight & capacity
Weight92 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
DrivetrainShimanoShimano, KMC chain
BrakesHydraulic discHydraulic disc
Front rotor203 mm203 mm
Rear rotor180 mm203 mm
SuspensionFull suspensionHardtail (front only)
Fork travel100 mm90 mm
Rear travel130 mmNone
Front suspensionYesYes
Suspension seatpostNo
Tires26 x 4.0 Maxxis26 x 4.0
DisplayColour, Bluetooth, turn signals, remote
Frame6061-T6 aluminum
SizesRegular, LargeSmall 16.5", Medium 18", Large 20"
Step-through optionYesYes
Included
LightsYesYes
FendersYes
RackYes
KickstandYes
SafetyUL 2271UL 2849*
Safety certificationUL 2271: battery onlyUL 2849: most models, confirm this one
As the maker states itUL2271 stated on the A7 product page; no UL 2849 system claim found"UL-2849 certified" on the Lynx Cargo; the Explorer Plus iQ states the battery is "UL-2271 Certified"
Warranty2 yr5 yr
Warranty terms2-year all-inclusive manufacturer's warranty (brand policy)

Specs transcribed from himiwaybike.com on 09/20/2026 and www.troxusmobility.com on 09/21/2026. Manufacturers revise specs without notice: confirm before buying.

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