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In the full review (10 sections)
Should you buy one?
Buy it if you’re a heavier rider who wants a step-through that climbs steep hills on throttle alone. With both motors on, it got me up a steep gravel peak without pedaling. It dropped from 10 to 5 mph near the top, but it made it (12:39 to 13:28).
Skip it if you want a light bike or a simple one. Engwe lists it at 85.9 lb (Engwe), and it starts in rear-motor-only mode every time you power it on (2:41 to 2:55).
The deciding factor: that second motor. On the steep section, the rear motor alone stalled at full throttle (8:52 to 9:41). In dual mode it pulled me up from a standstill (9:45 to 9:58). I’m about 200 lb, and I wouldn’t buy this bike in rear-only form (0:47 to 1:15).
See the Engwe E26 3.0 Dual Motor ($1,799 as of Oct 23, 2026)
Quick specs
| Spec | Engwe E26 3.0 Dual Motor |
|---|---|
| Motors | Front and rear hubs (0:47 to 1:15); 2,000W peak combined, 160 Nm (Engwe) |
| Battery | 48V 20Ah, 960Wh, key-removable (5:13 to 5:23; Engwe) |
| Top speed | 28 mph throttle, 31 mph pedal assist (Engwe) |
| Range, brand claim | Dual motor 37 to 46 mi; single motor 50 to 76 mi (Engwe) |
| Pedal assist | 5 levels (2:18 to 2:24) |
| Gears | 8-speed trigger shifter (2:02 to 2:13) |
| Brakes | Hydraulic disc front and rear (1:34 to 1:37, 1:56 to 1:58); 203mm (Engwe) |
| Suspension | Front fork (4:30 to 4:48) and rear shock (5:28 to 5:34); 120mm fork, 80mm air shock (Engwe) |
| Tires | 4 in fat tires (4:30 to 4:48) |
| Lights | Dual LED headlight, integrated tail light, turn signals, horn (3:09 to 3:59) |
| Extras | Rear rack and fenders (3:59 to 4:07, 6:07 to 6:11) |
| Weight | 85.9 lb (Engwe) |
| Max load | 400 lb (Engwe) |
| Rider height | 5’4” to 6’4” (Engwe) |
| Water rating | IPX5 (Engwe) |
| Charge time | About 6 hours, 3A charger (Engwe) |
Source note: times in parentheses are from my review video. Items marked (Engwe) are from Engwe’s US product page as of Oct 23, 2026. In the video I call it a class 2 bike (0:44 to 0:47), but Engwe’s listed 28 and 31 mph speeds are beyond the class 2 and class 3 limits, so check your local rules and the bike’s settings.
What I didn’t test
I didn’t run a range test or a top-speed test, and I didn’t weigh the bike. The rack came with the bike, but I hadn’t installed it yet when I filmed (3:59 to 4:07). Engwe calls the throttle a thumb throttle. On my bike it sat on the left side, next to the front brake (1:33 to 1:40).
Who it’s for
- Riders around 200 lb or more who climb steep hills (0:47 to 1:15)
- Anyone who wants a step-through with full suspension (5:13 to 5:34)
- Gravel and trail riders; despite the weight, it felt like a nimble mountain bike (10:29 to 10:52)
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone who has to lift the bike; Engwe lists it at 85.9 lb (Engwe)
- Riders who want dual-motor power the moment they turn it on. You have to hold both turn-signal buttons every ride to switch modes, and the display then shows P3 (2:41 to 3:27)
- Riders who want the throttle to work with pedal assist off; it only works when you’re in a pedal-assist level (2:24 to 2:36)
How it compares
| Engwe E26 3.0 Dual Motor | Engwe E26 | Mokwheel Scoria | Bee Cool Adventurer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Motors | Dual, 2,000W peak | Single, 1,000W peak | Single, 750W | Single, 750W |
| Battery | 48V 20Ah | 48V 16Ah | 48V 19.6Ah | 48V 21Ah |
| Weight | 85.9 lb | 73.8 to 76 lb | 79 lb | 78 lb |
| Max load | 400 lb | 330 lb | 350 lb | 350 lb |
| Price | $1,799 (Oct 23, 2026) | $1,699, sold out (Oct 22, 2026) | Scoria 2.0, $1,799.99 (Oct 22, 2026) | $1,099 (Oct 22, 2026) |
Rival specs are from the brands, as listed on my review pages for those bikes.
The older E26 is a different bike. It has one motor, a smaller battery and no rear shock. The 3.0 costs $100 more and adds the second motor, the bigger battery and rear suspension. If you’re lighter and your rides are mostly flat, the Bee Cool Adventurer costs much less.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Climbed a steep gravel peak on throttle only (12:39 to 13:28)
- Pulled up from a standstill on a steep incline in dual mode (9:45 to 9:58)
- Full suspension and hydraulic brakes (1:34 to 1:58, 5:28 to 5:34)
- Turn signals, horn, dual headlight, and a rack and fenders included (3:09 to 4:07, 6:07 to 6:11)
- Adjustable handlebars and comfortable palm-rest grips (1:24 to 1:33, 6:27 to 6:49)
Cons
- Starts in rear-only mode every time (2:41 to 2:55)
- The rear motor alone stalled on the steep climb (8:52 to 9:41)
- Throttle doesn’t work at pedal-assist level 0 (2:24 to 2:36)
- Heavy, at 85.9 lb (Engwe)
- The crank cover looks like a mid-drive, but it’s a hub-motor bike (5:36 to 5:46)
FAQ
Is this the same bike as the Engwe E26?
No. The E26 I reviewed earlier has a single motor, and this one has two. See my Engwe E26 review.
How do you turn on both motors?
Hold both turn-signal buttons. The display flashes P3 and dual mode comes on. You have to do it each time you power on the bike (2:41 to 3:27).
How does it climb?
With both motors, it held about 9 mph on a steep paved section. It bogged down but didn’t stop (7:19 to 8:22). On a sloped section it did 13 to 14 mph (8:31 to 8:37). I don’t think a single-motor bike like the Aventon Aventure could have made the gravel peak (13:30 to 13:41).
How far does it go?
Engwe rates it at 37 to 46 mi in dual mode and 50 to 76 mi on the rear motor alone. Engwe got those numbers on flat concrete with a 165 lb rider (Engwe). I didn’t test range.
Price
As of Oct 23, 2026, Engwe lists the E26 3.0 Dual Motor at $1,799, down from $2,399, and both Army Green and Graphite Grey are in stock (Engwe). I have no affiliate link for this bike.
See the Engwe E26 3.0 Dual Motor
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