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Mokwheel Basalt 2.0 vs Troxus Explorer Plus iQ

Two fat tire & moto e-bikes at $1,699.99–$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 Basalt 2.0 costs $399 less.
  • The Explorer Plus iQ claims 10 more miles of range.
  • The Basalt 2.0 carries 50 lb more total load.
  • The Basalt 2.0 is 3.8 lb lighter.

Every spec, side by side

Basalt 2.0Explorer Plus iQ
Headline
Price$1,699.99$2,099
CategoryFat tire & motoFat tire & moto
Price per Wh$1.81 per Wh$2.19 per Wh
Model year20262026
Motor
Torque90 Nm86 Nm
Motor power750 W750 W
Peak power1100 W
DriveRear hubRear hub
Motor makeMokwheelBafang
Drive systemBafang
SensorTorque + cadenceTorque + cadence
Battery & range
Battery940 Wh960 Wh
Voltage48V48V
Capacity19.6 Ah20 Ah
CellsSamsung
Removable batteryYesYes
Range (claim)80 mi90 mi
Range as stated60 to 80 milesUp to 90 miles per charge
Est. real range38 mi38 mi
Estimate assumes25 Wh per mile25 Wh per mile
Weight & capacity
Weight80 lb83.8 lb
Max load450 lb400 lb
Rack capacity100 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-speed8-speed
DrivetrainShimanoShimano, KMC chain
BrakesHydraulic discHydraulic disc
Front rotor203 mm
Rear rotor203 mm
SuspensionHardtail (front only)Hardtail (front only)
Fork travel110 mm90 mm
Rear travelNoneNone
Front suspensionYesYes
Tires26 x 4.026 x 4.0
DisplayDetachable colour, 5 assist levelsColour, Bluetooth, turn signals, remote
Frame6061 aluminum6061-T6 aluminum
SizesSmall 16.5", Medium 18", Large 20"
Step-through optionYesYes
Included
LightsYes
FendersYesYes
RackYesYes
KickstandYesYes
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" stated on individual product pages"UL-2849 certified" on the Lynx Cargo; the Explorer Plus iQ states the battery is "UL-2271 Certified"
Warranty2 yr5 yr

Specs transcribed from www.mokwheel.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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