ALL Electric Fat tire · Not tested by Will
Hovsco HovAlpha: specs and how it compares
Not tested. Will hasn't ridden this bike. Specs come from Hovsco's own site, written in our words, and each one is linked below. For bikes he has tested, see the reviews.
Class: Hovsco lists a 28 mph maximum after unlocking and doesn't print a class. Check local rules. E-bike laws by state
$1,499$1,899
Price as of Oct 26, 2026 on Hovsco's site. Three of four frame and color options available on 2026-10-26.
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Our take
The HovAlpha is a fat-tire all-rounder with a large 960 Wh battery, a torque sensor, hydraulic brakes and a 450 lb payload, for $1,499. It weighs nearly 73 lb, and the 28 mph mode has to be unlocked.
Closest bike Will has tested
Hovsco Sync Max
Will reviewed it: another Hovsco bike, a folding fat-tire model.
Read Will's reviewSpecs
| E-bike class | not listed (28 mph top speed once unlocked) |
|---|---|
| Motor | 750W rear hub (1,300W peak), 90 Nm |
| Battery | 960 Wh (48V 20Ah), removable |
| Claimed range | 60 to 80 mi average (maker's figure) |
| Weight | 72.8 lb with battery |
| Max payload | 450 lb |
| Brakes | Hydraulic discs, 180 mm rotors |
| Suspension | 80 mm suspension fork with lockout; rigid rear |
| Tires | 26 x 4 in |
| Gears | Shimano 7-speed, 14-28T |
| Pedal sensor | Torque sensor |
| Rider height | 5'3" to 6'7" |
Hovsco lists a 28 mph maximum after unlocking and doesn't print a class. Check local rules. Check e-bike laws in your state.
Versions
- HovAlpha Step-Over:
- HovAlpha Step-Thru:
Compared with similar bikes
| Hovsco HovAlphanot tested | Hovsco Sync Max | Aventon Aventure 3 | Mokwheel Obsidian | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,499 | $849 | $1,999 | $1,799 |
| Motor | 750 W | 450 W | 750 W | 750 W |
| Torque | 90 Nm | — | 80 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Battery | 960 Wh | 281 Wh | — | 941 Wh |
| Weight | 72.8 lb | 42.3 lb | 76 lb | 77 lb |
| Payload | 450 lb | 260 lb | — | 560 lb |
| AEB Score | 8.0 (provisional) | 6.3 | 6.3 | 7.7 |
Specs for the other bikes come from their pages on this site; ones marked spec profile haven't been ridden by Will. Prices change, so check the review page for the latest.
What owners say
Hovsco's page shows 162 reviews: 151 five-star and 11 four-star. Owners mention stability on gravel and dirt, plenty of power for hills, responsive hydraulic brakes and comfort on rough roads. One 6'3", 300 lb rider said it fits big and tall riders well.
Caveat: These reviews sit on the maker's own store, which may filter them. They aren't independent.
- Hovsco HovAlpha product page reviews (162 reviews), read Oct 26, 2026
Sources
- hovsco.com, specs checked Oct 26, 2026
Page updated Oct 26, 2026.