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Magician Atlas vs Velotric Summit 1

Two emtb & road e-bikes at $1,699–$2,399, 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 Atlas makes 70 Nm more torque.
  • The Atlas carries 334 Wh more battery.
  • The Summit 1 is 26 lb lighter.
  • The Summit 1 costs $700 less.
  • The Atlas peaks 200 W higher.
  • The Atlas uses a torque sensor; the Summit 1 uses a torque + cadence sensor.
  • The Atlas is mid-drive; the Summit 1 is rear hub.
  • The Atlas is full suspension; the Summit 1 is hardtail (front only).
  • The Atlas ships as out of class; the Summit 1 ships as class 3.

Every spec, side by side

AtlasSummit 1
Headline
Price$2,399$1,699
CategoryeMTBeMTB
Price per Wh$2.31 per Wh$2.41 per Wh
Model year20262024
Motor
Torque160 Nm90 Nm
Motor power1000 W750 W
Peak power1500 W1300 W
DriveMid-driveRear hub
Motor makeBafang G510Velotric
SensorTorqueTorque + cadence
Battery & range
Battery1040 Wh706 Wh
Voltage52V48V
Capacity20 Ah14.7 Ah
CellsSamsung
Removable batteryYesYes
Range (claim)70 mi
Range as statedUp to 70 miles
Est. real range42 mi35 mi
Estimate assumes25 Wh per mile20 Wh per mile
Weight & capacity
Weight88 lb62 lb
Max load440 lb
Class & speed
Ships asClass 3: pedal assist to 28 mph
Unlocks toClass 3
ClassOut of classClass 3
Beyond the class systemBeyond the 3-class system (over 750W)
ThrottleYes
Top assisted speed28 mph
Build
Gears9-speed8-speed
DrivetrainSRAM 11-40TShimano Altus
BrakesHydraulic discHydraulic disc
Front rotor180 mm
Rear rotor180 mm
SuspensionFull suspensionHardtail (front only)
Fork travel140 mm120 mm
Rear travelNone
Front suspensionYesYes
Suspension seatpostNoNo
Tires27.5 x 2.6
DisplayBafang C010 LCD2.8" color, IPX6, USB charging
Frame6061 aluminiumTriple-butted aluminum alloy
SizesRegular, Large
Step-through optionNoNo
Included
LightsYes
FendersNo
RackNo
SafetyUL 2271UL 2849*
Safety certificationUL 2271: battery onlyUL 2849: most models, confirm this one
As the maker states itUL2271 certified battery packMost Velotric e-bikes are UL 2271 Recognized and UL 2849 Certified
Warranty1 yr2 yr
Warranty termsOne year against manufacturing defects; frames 3 years (brand policy)2 Year Warranty

Specs transcribed from magicianebikes.com on 2026-09-20 and www.velotricbike.com on 2026-09-20. Manufacturers revise specs without notice: confirm before buying.

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