Mokwheel Scoria review

Should you buy one?

The Mokwheel Scoria I tested is a comfortable step-through fat tire e-bike with a big rear rack, a front fork, and a headlight and tail light. I rode it for several weeks on dirt roads and gravel paths (0:08, 2:47), and I think it fits commuting and getting around town best (3:58).

The original Scoria is no longer sold new. Mokwheel’s Scoria link now opens the Scoria 2.0, at $1,699.99 as of Oct 24, 2026. I haven’t ridden the 2.0. If you want the bike I tested, you’re shopping used. If you want new, the 2.0 is Mokwheel’s current version, with different listed specs (below).

On the original, the stand sits low. Even folded up, it sometimes hit the ground when I leaned into turns, and it tapped over bigger bumps (0:32 to 1:03). The 2.0 page lists only an “aluminum alloy” kickstand, so I can’t tell you whether Mokwheel changed this.

Check the Scoria 2.0 at Mokwheel (affiliate link)

Who it’s for

• Riders who want an easy step-through. You don’t swing a leg over the seat, which helps on errands with a loaded rack.
• People who carry stuff. The rear rack is built for groceries, backpacks and gear.
• Commuters and town riders.
• Riders on dirt and gravel. The fat tires handled the dirt roads and gravel paths I rode.

Who should look elsewhere

• Riders who lean hard into corners. The stand can touch the ground.
• Anyone who wants a new original Scoria. It’s been replaced by the 2.0.
• Riders who need a light bike. Mokwheel listed the original at 79 lbs and lists the 2.0 at 82 lbs.

The spec mismatch

Some numbers I gave in my video don’t match Mokwheel’s own archived Scoria page from September 2023, two months after my review. Here are all three sources side by side.

I can’t tell from the sources whether Mokwheel changed the battery and motor between my review and September 2023, or whether my numbers were wrong. Go by Mokwheel’s current page for the bike you’d buy today.

What the specs mean on the road

Fat 4 inch tires. A wide tire runs at lower pressure and puts more rubber on the ground. That’s where the stability and cushion I felt on dirt and gravel come from. The trade-off is weight and more rolling effort with the motor off. Neither Mokwheel page lists a tire pressure, so use the range printed on the tire sidewall.

Front suspension. The fork takes the edge off bumps. Mokwheel’s archived page listed it as a 110mm adjustable fork.

Torque sensor (per Mokwheel’s archived page). A torque sensor adds power in proportion to how hard you push. I didn’t comment on the sensor in my video.

79 lbs. That matters most when you lift it onto a car rack or a wall rack, or carry it up steps.

Ride quality

Here’s what my video covers from riding it:

• Speed. The motor felt powerful, and I reached up to 20 mph without any problems (2:42 to 2:47).
• Dirt and gravel. I rode it on a few dirt roads and gravel paths, and it handled everything I rode (2:47 to 2:56).
• Cushion. The fat tires gave stability and an extra layer of cushioning on every surface I rode (2:32 to 2:42).
• Cornering. The stand touched down in some turns, covered below.

What my video doesn’t cover: hill climbs, throttle-only riding, brake feel, and a measured range test. I can’t give you results for those. For the brakes, Mokwheel’s archived page lists Tektro HD-E350 hydraulic discs, and the archived page lists a thumb throttle.

Comfort

The saddle is well padded, and it stayed comfortable on longer rides (1:54 to 2:01). The front fork took out bumps and vibration (2:04 to 2:11). Mokwheel’s archived page lists the original for riders 5’0” to 6’2”, in one size. My video doesn’t give my own height.

The rear rack and payload

The rear rack is one of the main reasons to look at this bike. You can carry groceries, backpacks or gear (2:13 to 2:24). Mokwheel’s archived page called it a solid wood rear shelf, and neither Mokwheel page lists a weight rating for the rack itself. Mokwheel’s current page does say the Scoria 2.0 has “an integrated rear platform” with a solid wood deck. It doesn’t give that rack a rating either.

Payload is 350 lbs for both the original and the 2.0, per Mokwheel. I didn’t load it for a camping trip during my test.

Charging and battery

The battery took about 5-6 hours to fully charge (3:18).

What I measured on camera: 20 mph with no trouble (video, 2:44).

Lights and fenders

The Scoria comes with a built-in headlight and tail light (3:31 to 3:40). It also comes with front and rear fenders (4:12). Mokwheel’s archived FAQ said the front full fender ships in the box with the rear rack, for you to install. I left the front fender off because I hang my bikes on a wall rack (4:14 to 4:17).

The stand problem

In my video I called it the rear kickstand. The footage shows a two-legged center stand mounted just behind the cranks (0:33 to 1:02). With a light lean, it’s only about half an inch to an inch off the ground (0:57 to 1:03). Sometimes it hit the ground in turns even when fully up, and over larger bumps it tapped and dragged a little (0:38 to 0:57).

One July 2023 customer review on Mokwheel’s archived page also took off a star because of the center stand.

What comes in the box

Mokwheel’s September 2023 FAQ said the bike ships with a wrench, a bicycle pump, a full front fender and the rear rack. The same page listed a 48V 3.0A charger, Chaoyang 20x4.0 puncture-resistant fat tires, a Shimano 7-speed drivetrain, a KMC stainless chain and a leather comfort saddle.

What’s different on the Scoria 2.0

I haven’t ridden the 2.0. This is what Mokwheel’s current page lists as of Oct 24, 2026:

• 750W motor with a 1,100W peak and 90Nm of torque
• 20 mph on throttle and 28 mph in pedal assist, with Class 2 and Class 3 modes
• 8-speed gearing, up from 7
• Tektro TKD171 hydraulic brakes, up from the HD-E350 listed on the original
• A 100mm fork
• 82 lbs, 60-80 miles of range and a 350 lb payload
• Rider heights of 5’0” to 6’2”

If you’re deciding between Class 2 and Class 3, my Class 2 vs Class 3 guide explains the difference, and my state law pages cover where each class can ride.

Pros and cons

Pros

• Comfortable fat tire ride on dirt and gravel
• Easy step-through frame
• Rear rack for cargo
• Headlight, tail light and fenders included
• Reached 20 mph with no problems
• About 5-6 hours to charge

Cons

• Stand can hit the ground in turns
• Heavy: 79 lbs (original, per Mokwheel)
• My video’s specs conflict with Mokwheel’s archived page
• The original is replaced by the Scoria 2.0
• No rack weight rating listed

Scoria 2.0 spec sheet

This table is Mokwheel’s listing for the current Scoria 2.0, not the bike I tested. I haven’t ridden the 2.0, so none of these numbers are my results.

Source: mokwheel.com/products/scoria, accessed Oct 24, 2026. Lower on that page, Mokwheel shows a second spec block with 26 x 4 in tires and a 1,300W motor. That doesn’t match the rest of the Scoria 2.0 listing and looks like another model’s specs, so I left it out.

Geometry

A 16 inch standover is low. That fits the step-through shape and the 5’0” bottom of Mokwheel’s height range. The 46 inch wheelbase and 68 inch overall length matter if you’re hanging it on a wall rack or fitting it on a hitch carrier, so measure before you buy.

What the 2.0 changes mean

These are my reads of Mokwheel’s listed specs, not ride results.

Peak power and torque. The original I tested was listed at 750W with 90Nm. The 2.0 keeps the 750W rating and lists 1,100W peak. Peak power helps most when you pull away from a stop or climb with a loaded rack.

Torque plus cadence sensing. Mokwheel’s archived page listed a torque sensor on the original. The 2.0 page lists torque and cadence sensing together. Cadence sensing adds power once the cranks turn, and torque sensing scales it with how hard you push.

The 28 mph assist limit. That makes the 2.0 a Class 3 bike in pedal assist, with a 20 mph throttle. Class 3 bikes are restricted on some bike paths and trails. Check your local rules in my Class 2 vs Class 3 guide.

Water ratings. IPX6 on the bike means protection against strong water jets, and IPX7 on the battery means it’s rated for brief immersion. That’s Mokwheel’s claim. I didn’t test either, and I wouldn’t pressure wash any e-bike.

Weight. At 82 lbs listed, the 2.0 is 3 lbs heavier than the 79 lbs listed for the original. Either one is heavy to lift onto a car rack.

The detachable display. Mokwheel says pulling the display powers the bike off. It’s a small theft deterrent, not a lock.

Assembly

Mokwheel says the Scoria 2.0 ships with the front wheel, handlebars and pedals left for you to install. That’s typical for a fat tire bike in a box. If you aren’t comfortable setting brake rotor alignment or handlebar torque, a local shop can do it.

Used-buyer checklist for the original Scoria

The original isn’t sold new, so this is what I’d check on a used one, based on what I saw in my test and what Mokwheel published.

• Battery serial. Compare it with the range in Mokwheel’s June 2025 battery recall notice (recall section below). If it falls in that range, contact Mokwheel before you pay.
• Battery key and charger. Mokwheel listed a 48V 3.0A charger. Make sure that charger comes with the bike.
• The center stand. Lean the bike a little with the stand up. Mine sat only about half an inch to an inch off the ground (0:57 to 1:03). Look for scrape marks on the stand feet, which tell you it’s been touching down in turns.
• Front fender. It shipped loose with the rack. If the seller never installed it, ask for it, along with the wrench and pump Mokwheel listed in the box.
• Wood rack deck. Check the wood for cracks or water damage, since it sits right over the rear wheel.
• Fork. Push down on the bars. The 110mm fork should compress and rebound without clunking.
• Brakes. The original listed Tektro HD-E350 hydraulic discs. A soft or spongy lever can mean the system needs a bleed.
• Warranty. Mokwheel’s archived page listed two years. Neither page says whether it transfers to a second owner, so ask Mokwheel and get the original receipt.
• Price. The 2.0 is $1,699.99 new as of Oct 24, 2026, with a two-year warranty, so a used original should cost well under that.

Original vs 2.0: which one to get

• Get a used original if the price is low, the battery checks out, and you ride mostly at 20 mph or under. That’s the speed I rode it at (2:44), and it was comfortable doing it.
• Get the 2.0 new if you want a warranty, the 28 mph Class 3 mode, 8 gears or the Tektro TKD171 brakes Mokwheel lists. The 2.0 page lists a “kickstand” without detail, so look at the stand height in Mokwheel’s photos or ask before you buy if you lean into turns.

How it compares with an Aventon fat tire option

The Scoria 2.0’s 20 inch wheels keep the bike low and short with a big wood deck on the back. The Aventure 3’s 26 inch wheels and lower weight suit longer gravel rides. I’ve ridden the original Scoria and the Aventure 3, but not the Scoria 2.0. The Aventure 3 figures come from Aventon’s page and my Aventure 3 review.

Recall check

As of Oct 24, 2026, I found no CPSC recall for any Mokwheel bike. Mokwheel did post its own battery recall in June 2025. It covers Scoria bikes bought in April 2024 with battery serial numbers in the range YXA1B0590A010150200 to YXA1B0590A010150399 (bike serials BBWS4B0401 to BBWS4B0600). Mokwheel says those batteries were built before UL certification was finalized, that no safety issues had been reported, and that it’s replacing them free.

Mokwheel’s notice doesn’t say whether those April 2024 bikes were the original Scoria or the 2.0. I reviewed mine in July 2023, before that window. If you’re buying a used Scoria from that period, check the battery serial number before you pay.

Sources: mokwheel.com/pages/recall and Mokwheel’s June 3, 2025 PR Newswire release, both accessed Oct 24, 2026. The recall page prints the first serial number with a stray space in it; the press release shows it as YXA1B0590A010150200.

Warranty and returns

My video said Mokwheel gave a one-year warranty when I reviewed the Scoria (3:42). Mokwheel’s archived Sep 2023 page and its current Scoria 2.0 page both list two years, plus 15-day returns (as of Oct 24, 2026). The current page also offers a refund of the difference if the price drops within 30 days of purchase.

FAQ

Is the Mokwheel Scoria still sold?

Not the original. Mokwheel’s Scoria link opens the Scoria 2.0, which I haven’t tested.

How fast is the Mokwheel Scoria?

I reached 20 mph. Mokwheel’s archived page listed up to 25 mph in PAS 5. The 2.0 page lists 20 mph on throttle and 28 mph in PAS, which makes it Class 3 in pedal assist.

What’s the Scoria’s weight limit?

350 lbs, per Mokwheel, for both the original and the 2.0.

Is it good for commuting?

Yes. That’s the use I think it fits best, and the lights and rack help there.

Is there a discount code?

My 2023 video description had code WILL100 for $100 off. From my video; may have expired.

Was the Scoria recalled?

Not through the CPSC, as of Oct 24, 2026. See the recall section for Mokwheel’s own battery replacement.

Is the Scoria waterproof?

Mokwheel lists the 2.0 at IPX6 for the bike and IPX7 for the battery. I didn’t ride mine in heavy rain.

Does the Scoria 2.0 come fully assembled?

No. Mokwheel says you install the front wheel, handlebars and pedals.

Price

The Scoria 2.0 is $1,699.99 at Mokwheel as of Oct 24, 2026, in stock. For history, the original sold for $1,899 on sale (regular $2,299) in September 2023.

See the Scoria 2.0 at Mokwheel (affiliate link)

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