I rode the Mokwheel Asphalt for several weeks, and at about 6’1” and 200 lb it fit me perfectly. It’s a full-size commuter with a torque sensor, hydraulic brakes, a thumb throttle and a front fork. The Mokwheel Tarmac is the newer bike in that same commuter space, and Mokwheel now calls it its flagship commuter. It has bigger 29 in wheels, a more powerful motor and a lighter listed weight. I haven’t ridden it. Everything below comes from Mokwheel’s official Tarmac page, checked on Oct 28, 2026 and linked at the bottom.
A commuter that leaves the pavement
Mokwheel pitches the Tarmac as a hybrid that handles the terrain fat tire riders like, without the bulk of fat tires. The wheels are 29 x 2.35 in, and the front fork is an 80mm air fork, which Mokwheel says is made from an aluminum-magnesium alloy. It’s still a commuter at heart: there’s an integrated rear rack, a headlight built into the frame, and a taillight with brake lights and turn signals.
Motor and controls
The rear hub is rated at 750W continuous, with a 920W peak and 75 Nm of torque. Pedal assist uses a torque and cadence sensor. The Tarmac is listed as Class 2/3, with a thumb throttle up to 20 mph and pedal assist up to 28 mph. Check your local rules in our e-bike laws hub.
Gearing is a Shimano 8-speed with a 46T chainring, and the brakes are Tektro TKD171 hydraulic discs with levers that cut motor power. The 2.8 in display detaches, and Mokwheel says the bike powers off when you take it with you, which it pitches as a security feature for parking. The stem adjusts for height and angle.
Battery and range
The battery is a 48V 15Ah pack, which works out to 720Wh. Mokwheel says it meets UL standards and is rated IPX7, and it rates the whole bike IPX6. Range is listed at 50 to 60 miles, and the charger is a 48V 3A unit.
Fit and sizes
Mokwheel’s size chart lists two frames: Large for riders 5’7” to 6’7” and Standard for 5’5” to 6’5”. On Oct 28, 2026, the step-over Tarmac was offered only in Large, in three colors. There’s also a step-through Tarmac ST at the same $1,699.99. The bike weighs 58 lb, and payload is listed at 350 lb.
How it fits with the Mokwheels I’ve reviewed
Compared with the Asphalt I rode, the Tarmac moves up from a 500W motor with 70 Nm to a 750W motor with 75 Nm, and its 720Wh battery is a bit larger than the Asphalt’s 706Wh. Mokwheel lists it at 58 lb, 6 lb lighter than the Asphalt. The Asphalt has a 100mm fork; the Tarmac’s is 80mm. On Oct 28, 2026, the Asphalt was $1,499.99 and the Tarmac was $1,699.99, so the extra $200 gets you the bigger motor and battery and 29 in wheels in place of the Asphalt’s 27.5 in. If you want something lighter for paved rides, the Mokwheel Flint is listed at 36 lb. For more options, see my best commuter e-bike guide.
FAQ
Have I ridden the Mokwheel Tarmac?
No. I haven’t ridden it. I rode and filmed the Mokwheel Asphalt, and this page compares the Tarmac with it using Mokwheel’s published specs.
Does the Tarmac have a throttle?
Yes. It has a thumb throttle up to 20 mph, and pedal assist goes to 28 mph.
What size Tarmac do I need?
Mokwheel lists Large for riders 5’7” to 6’7” and Standard for 5’5” to 6’5”. On Oct 28, 2026, only the Large was offered for the step-over Tarmac.
Does it have turn signals?
Yes. Mokwheel lists an integrated taillight with brake lights and turn signals.
What’s the weight limit?
Mokwheel lists a 350 lb payload.
Pros and cons (from the specs and sources)
Pros: 750W motor with 75 Nm; torque and cadence sensor; thumb throttle; 720Wh battery; hydraulic brakes; 80mm air fork; turn signals and brake light; detachable display; integrated rack; 58 lb, lighter than the Asphalt; step-through Tarmac ST at the same price.
Cons: only the Large frame was offered on Oct 28, 2026; costs $200 more than the Asphalt; less fork travel than the Asphalt; 58 lb is still heavy to carry.
Who it’s for
On paper, the Tarmac fits taller commuters who want a throttle, Class 3 pedal assist, turn signals and a rack, and want a bike Mokwheel pitches for more than pavement. If you’re shorter than 5’7”, check that the Standard frame is available before you order. If you want the lightest Mokwheel for paved rides, the Flint is the one to compare.
Price
As of Oct 28, 2026, the Mokwheel Tarmac was $1,699.99, down from a listed $1,899.99, in Large in Pine Green, Phantom Black and Marine Blue, all in stock. The step-through Tarmac ST was also $1,699.99.
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