I didn’t expect an e bike to change the way I ride as much as this one did, but the Mokwheel Onyx absolutely surprised me. After spending real time on it across pavement, broken back roads, gravel, and dirt, it quickly stopped feeling like a novelty and started feeling like a tool I genuinely want to ride. This isn’t a casual cruiser pretending to be rugged. It feels built for people who actually want to go places.

Power

The first thing you notice is the power. The mid drive motor delivers torque in a way that feels natural but forceful. When the trail points uphill, the bike doesn’t hesitate or bog down. It just keeps pulling. Steep climbs that would normally have me grinding or walking are suddenly manageable and even fun. The torque sensor plays a big role here because the assist feels proportional to your effort instead of on or off. It feels like riding with very strong legs rather than being shoved forward by a motor.

Range

Range has been another pleasant surprise. Riding in moderate assist levels, I’ve been able to string together long rides without watching the battery percentage every few minutes. I stop thinking about whether I can make it home and start thinking about where else I want to go. That freedom matters more than raw numbers on a spec sheet, and the Onyx delivers it.

Comfort

Comfort is a big part of why I keep reaching for this bike. The full suspension and fat tires smooth out terrain that would normally be fatiguing. Rough pavement, gravel washboard, and dirt trails all feel controlled instead of harsh. I can ride longer without feeling beat up, which makes the bike feel less like exercise equipment and more like transportation and exploration rolled into one.

The bike feels solid in a way that inspires confidence. Nothing about it feels flimsy or disposable. The frame feels stiff, the suspension works the way it should, and the hydraulic brakes have strong, predictable bite. When you’re carrying speed downhill or riding in traffic, that kind of braking confidence matters.

There are smart details here too. The torque sensor makes the assist feel intuitive. The overall setup feels thought through rather than slapped together. It feels like a bike that was designed to be ridden hard instead of just photographed for marketing.

That said, it’s not perfect. The weight is impossible to ignore. This is a heavy bike, and you feel it if the battery runs low or if you need to maneuver it by hand. It’s not something I’d want to carry up stairs on a regular basis. The weight is part of what makes it feel so planted on the trail, but it’s still a tradeoff.

It’s also more bike than some people need. If your riding is mostly flat bike paths and short commutes, this will feel like overkill. The Onyx really comes alive when the terrain gets interesting. That’s where it earns its keep.

I’ve also noticed a few small noises when riding hard over rough terrain. Nothing alarming and nothing that stopped me riding, but it’s there. This feels like a machine meant to be used, not babied, and occasionally it reminds you of that.

The price puts it firmly in the premium category. This isn’t an impulse buy e bike. But after riding it, the cost makes sense to me. You’re paying for capability, range, and ride quality, not just a motor and a battery.

At the end of the day, the Mokwheel Onyx feels like an e bike for people who actually want to ride, explore, and push a little further than usual. It’s powerful, comfortable, and confidence inspiring, with a few tradeoffs that come with that capability. I don’t ride it because it’s electric. I ride it because it’s genuinely fun, and that’s the part that matters most.

Disclosure: This bike was sent to me by Mokwheel to review, although no money changed hands. However, you can use coupon code DPMW50 for a discount.