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Mokwheel Basalt 2.0 vs Monarc Marker

Two fat tire & moto e-bikes at $1,699.99–$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 Marker carries 500 Wh more battery.
  • The Marker claims 40 more miles of range.
  • The Marker peaks 538 W higher.
  • The Basalt 2.0 costs $299 less.
  • The Basalt 2.0 is 7 lb lighter.
  • The Basalt 2.0 carries 30 lb more total load.
  • The Basalt 2.0 makes 5 Nm more torque.
  • The Basalt 2.0 uses a torque + cadence sensor; the Marker uses a torque sensor.

Every spec, side by side

Basalt 2.0Marker
Headline
Price$1,699.99$1,999
CategoryFat tire & motoFat tire & moto
Price per Wh$1.81 per Wh$1.39 per Wh
Model year20262026
Motor
Torque90 Nm85 Nm
Motor power750 W750 W
Peak power1100 W1638 W
DriveRear hubRear hub
Motor makeMokwheelBafang B750
Drive systemBafang
SensorTorque + cadenceTorque
Battery & range
Battery940 Wh1440 Wh
Voltage48V48V
Capacity19.6 Ah30 Ah
CellsLG
Removable batteryYesYes
Range (claim)80 mi120 mi
Range as stated60 to 80 milesUp to 60 miles per battery, 120 miles on both
Est. real range38 mi58 mi
Estimate assumes25 Wh per mile25 Wh per mile
Weight & capacity
Weight80 lb87 lb
Max load450 lb420 lb
Rack capacity66 lb
Class & speed
Ships asClass 2: throttle, assist to 20 mph
Unlocks toClass 3
ClassClass 2–3
ThrottleYesYes
Top assisted speed28 mph28 mph
Build
Gears8-speed9-speed
DrivetrainShimanoShimano Cues
BrakesHydraulic discHydraulic disc
Front rotor203 mm
Rear rotor180 mm
SuspensionHardtail (front only)Hardtail (front only)
Fork travel110 mm80 mm
Rear travelNoneNone
Front suspensionYesYes
Suspension seatpostNo
Tires26 x 4.026 x 4.0
DisplayDetachable colour, 5 assist levels3.5" touchscreen
Frame6061 aluminum6061 hydroformed aluminum
SizesHigh-step, step-through
Step-through optionYesYes
Included
LightsYes
FendersYesYes
RackYesYes
KickstandYesYes
SafetyUL 2849*UL 2271
Safety certificationUL 2849: most models, confirm this oneUL 2271: battery only
As the maker states it"UL 2849" stated on individual product pagesBattery Certification UL2271
Warranty2 yr5 yr

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

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