Engwe M20
A Super73-style moped e-bike with a 750W hub, two 48V 13Ah batteries, full suspension and 20 x 4 inch tires. Ben’s read: nimble, smooth and easy to control for under $1,500, with a stiff rear shock and a slow-to-start pedal assist. The original is sold out, and Engwe now sells the M20 2.0 and 3.0.
Every colour and battery option of the original M20 showed as unavailable on Engwe’s US store on October 13, 2026. Engwe still sells the M20 2.0 from $999 and the M20 3.0 from $1,399. Ben’s numbers below are for the original, which has a 750W motor and two 13Ah batteries. Our closest reviewed alternative is the Heybike Titan.
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Full Video Review
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Short on time? Ben also filmed an M20 ASMR close look.
From the Review
Out on the Road
Frames from Ben's video
Up Close
Detail Gallery
Shot in Ben's studio and on the road
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Colours The M20 Came In
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The Engineering
What Makes The Engwe M20 Tick
Motor & Batteries
48V 750W hub, two 48V 13Ah packs
750W hub, 55 Nm
Engwe lists 750W and 55 Nm. Ben guesses the peak is about 1,000W, and says it has “a decent amount of power” but is not a mountain goat on hills.
Two batteries, switchable
“You can just turn one off, only run one battery.” When the first is empty you switch to the second and ride home, so you are not stranded.
One mile per amp hour
Ben’s rule of thumb unlocked at full power is about a mile per amp hour, so the two 13Ah packs should do 25 to 26 miles.
Frame & Suspension
Dual suspension, short wheelbase
Triple-clamp fork
A fork with a compression dial that has 12 clicks of adjustment. It has a decent amount of travel, Ben says.
Stiff, unadjustable rear shock
“The rear shock could be a little bit better, it’s fairly stiff and it has zero adjustment.” He says swapping one is easy: find the right length and order it.
Nimble and tight
“Nimble, short wheelbase, good little bike to get around.” The turning radius is very tight, which suits traffic and small spaces.
Brakes, Tires & Cockpit
160 mm mechanical discs, 20 x 4 tires
Mechanical brakes
160 mm discs front and rear, cable actuated. From 25 mph on a wet road Ben stopped in about 30 feet, which he called not bad.
Tires
Chaoyang knobbies on mag wheels with no spokes. They are smooth on the road and decent on gravel, and handled a sand trap.
Full-twist throttle
“I actually like the throttle, it’s a full grip throttle, it feels great.” He would swap the pedals first, since they have no pins.
If You Want An M20 Today
The M20 Line And A Reviewed Alternative
Prices checked October 13, 2026
Engwe M20 2.0
Engwe calls it the upgraded M20: a 750W wheel motor (1,200W peak), 52V 15.6Ah in one or two batteries, 180 mm hydraulic discs and a claimed 28 mph.
From $999 Shop the M20 2.0 ↗
Engwe M20 3.0
A 3,300W peak hub with 120 Nm, a 60V 20Ah battery (two on the dual version), four-piston 203 mm brakes and a claimed 40 mph in off-road mode.
From $1,399 Shop the M20 3.0 ↗
Heybike Titan
The closest moped-style bike Ben has reviewed in full at the same money. Read his numbers and verdict before you pick.
From $1,399 Read the Titan review →Find Your Fit
Size & Fittings
Ben, 5'9", on the M20 from the review
Will It Fit You?
- Weight76.7 lb with one battery (Engwe)
- Max load264.5 lb
- Wheelbase45.3 in (Engwe)
- Seat height33 in minimum (Engwe)
- Standover30 in (Engwe)
- Rider height5'3" to 6'3" (160 to 190 cm, Engwe)
- Wheels20 x 4.0 in
Ben is 5'9" and says it fits him perfectly. The seat position leans forward a little, which puts weight on the front wheel and makes it very responsive in turns. If he were very tall he would slide the seat back. He rated the seat about a 7 out of 10 and found it a bit stiff on a cold day.
Plan Your Ride
Your Range, Not Mine
Brand range figures come from a light rider on flat ground in perfect weather. Set it up the way you actually ride and you get the window to plan a trip inside.
The Numbers
Full Specifications
Source: us.engwe.com→⚡ E-System
🚦 Performance
🔧 Chassis & Brakes
✨ In The Box
The Bike Cave Verdict
Ben’s Take
Suspension, really smooth ride. For under 1,500 bucks you really can’t be mad at this. Nice smooth acceleration, nothing too torquey, nothing too abrupt. Nice and safe bike.
This bike would be perfect for someone that just doesn’t want to pedal much, wants to sit down, use a really comfortable throttle and get a bike that’s just not going to be too jarring, too hard to control.
It’s not that fast, it’s not that quick when it comes to acceleration. It’s just comfortable.
Ben did not give this bike a Cave Score in the review, so there is no number here.
What I liked
- Smooth, comfortable full-suspension ride
- A short wheelbase and tight turning radius that suit traffic and small spaces
- A full-twist throttle Ben likes, with smooth, progressive power
- Two batteries you can switch off separately, so you are never stranded
- A speedometer that matched his phone GPS
- Clean wire management out of the box
What to know
- Stiff rear shock with no adjustment
- Cadence-sensor assist takes 2 to 3 seconds to kick in
- Bench seat is not ideal for pedalling. He gave it about 7 out of 10
- Pedals have no pins, so his feet slid around
- Bogged down to 10 mph on the second hill climb at two bars of battery
- Mechanical brakes. He stopped in about 30 ft from 25 mph on a wet road
Frequently asked questions
Is the Engwe M20 still for sale?
Not the original. Every colour and battery option showed as unavailable on Engwe’s US store on October 13, 2026. Engwe sells the M20 2.0 from $999 and the M20 3.0 from $1,399.
How fast is the Engwe M20?
Ben saw 26 mph on his phone GPS at about 190 lb with camera gear, in 5°C weather, against 28 mph claimed. He notes the cold hurts battery performance.
How far does the Engwe M20 go on a charge?
Ben rode 19.5 miles with two bars left and reckoned about 25 miles, using a rule of a mile per amp hour on the two 13Ah batteries. Engwe claims 44 miles throttle-only and up to 150 in pedal-assist level 1.
Is the Engwe M20 any good?
Ben’s verdict: smooth, comfortable and safe for under $1,500, but not fast or quick, with a stiff rear shock and a slow cadence-sensor assist. He says it suits someone who doesn’t want to pedal much.
What replaced the Engwe M20?
The M20 2.0, from $999, is the direct upgrade, and the M20 3.0, from $1,399, is Engwe’s newest M20. Ben’s numbers on this page are for the original.
Is there a discount code for Engwe?
Yes. Use code THEBIKECAVE at checkout through our Engwe link.