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Himiway D5 Pro (Zebra) vs Velotric Nomad 2

Two fat tire & moto e-bikes at $1,899–$1,999, 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 D5 Pro (Zebra) makes 40 Nm more torque.
  • The Nomad 2 assists 8 mph faster.
  • The D5 Pro (Zebra) carries 254 Wh more battery.
  • The Nomad 2 carries 105 lb more total load.
  • The D5 Pro (Zebra) claims 15 more miles of range.
  • The D5 Pro (Zebra) costs $100 less.
  • The D5 Pro (Zebra) is 3 lb lighter.
  • The D5 Pro (Zebra) uses a torque sensor; the Nomad 2 uses a torque + cadence sensor.
  • The D5 Pro (Zebra) is mid-drive; the Nomad 2 is rear hub.

Every spec, side by side

D5 Pro (Zebra)Nomad 2
Headline
Price$1,899$1,999
CategoryFat tire & motoFat tire & moto
Price per Wh$1.98 per Wh$2.83 per Wh
Model year20262025
Motor
Torque130 Nm90 Nm
Motor power500 W750 W
Peak power1300 W1300 W
DriveMid-driveRear hub
Motor make—Velotric
SensorTorqueTorque + cadence
Battery & range
Battery960 Wh706 Wh
Voltage48V48V
Capacity20 Ah14.7 Ah
CellsSamsung/LG—
Removable battery—Yes
Range (claim)80 mi65 mi
Range as stated60-80 milesUp to 65 miles
Est. real range38 mi28 mi
Estimate assumes25 Wh per mile25 Wh per mile
Weight & capacity
Weight79 lb82 lb
Max load400 lb505 lb
Rack capacity—66 lb
Class & speed
Ships as—Class 3: pedal assist to 28 mph
Unlocks to—Class 3
Class—Class 3
ThrottleYes—
Top assisted speed20 mph28 mph
Build
Gears9-speed8-speed
DrivetrainShimano (CS-HG201-9 freewheel)Shimano
BrakesHydraulic discHydraulic disc
Front rotor180 mm203 mm
Rear rotor180 mm180 mm
SuspensionHardtail (front only)Hardtail (front only)
Fork travel100 mm100 mm
Rear travelNoneNone
Front suspensionYesYes
Tires26 x 4.0 Kenda26 x 4.0
DisplayKD718-P LCD3.5" color LCD
Frame6061 aluminumAluminum alloy
Sizes—Regular, Large
Step-through option—Yes
Included
LightsYesYes
Fenders—Yes
Rack—Yes
Kickstand—Yes
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 foundMost Velotric e-bikes are UL 2271 Recognized and UL 2849 Certified
Warranty2 yr2 yr
Warranty terms2-year all-inclusive manufacturer's warranty (brand policy)2 Year Warranty

Specs transcribed from himiwaybike.com on 09/30/2026 and electricbikereview.com on 09/19/2026. Manufacturers revise specs without notice: confirm before buying.

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