Lectric has built a rep for delivering solid, wallet-friendly electric bikes that don’t skimp on utility. Their Xpeak 1.0, launched just one year ago, was a bold stab at the offroad eMTB-style market, but it landed with the thud of mixed reviews from its owners. Design misses like motor noise, a jumpy cadence sensor and a bit too much felt flex in the step-through frame.
Rather than deflecting or even worse, doubling-down, Lectrice got to work.
The Results? The XPeak 2.0, a bike that doesn’t just patch up the shortcomings, it overhauls them. With upgraded components, improved specs and a new torque sensor that genuinely reacts to your intended pedaling effort. Somehow in all of this. Lectric kept the price to $1499, just a $100 bump from the 1.0 pricing despite new tariffs nudging production costs upwards.
By all accounts so far, it feels like Lectric took the feedback, went back to the drawing board and re-emerged with a bike aiming to win over the skeptics without breaking the bank. So, how does all of that improvement translate to felt results in real world riding? Lets see in this full breakdown with our Lectric Xpeak 2.0 review.
My Experience Riding The Lectric Xpeak 2.0 E-Bike
First impressions? We should start by talking about this new frame, it’s a marked improvement. Not only does it accommodate the larger battery options like the 20Ah veriosn, but it’s stiffer and more stable overall. Where the original felt a bit flexy—especially on the step-through frame —the 2.0’s reinforced frame holds steady, even when I hit 30 mph on a slight downhill. It stayed planted with none of the wobble or vibration fat-tire bikes often get at speed. The updated, softer frame lines and new gunmetal finish give it a polished, modern look.
The geometry gives a hybrid riding position with a slight forward lean into an MTB-style handlebar and fixed stem, keeping things comfortable for long rides but still maneuverable for light trail use. And with full ISO 4210-10, UL 2849 and UL 2271 certifications, the Xpeak 2.0 meets solid safety and durability standards, which adds a reassuring layer at this price point.
On paved roads, the Xpeak 2.0 feels smooth and powerful. That 750W motor is impressively quiet—quiet enough that the tire noise actually stands out more. Lectric’s new PWR+ programming works well, blending the benefits of both cadence and torque sensing. At an easy pace, the torque sensor keeps pedal assist at a low, steady level, but when you start pushing, the power boost feels natural and adaptive. Other brands should take note—it’s a smart setup that makes for a seamless ride.
Off pavement, the Xpeak 2.0 holds its own. The 4-inch tires offer solid traction on loose gravel, and the motor’s 1310-watt peak with 85Nm of torque made climbing steep inclines manageable, despite the bike’s heft. The RST Renegade fork, while the same as on the original, felt a touch more plush on this model. The only downside? Chain slap is a bit loud on rough trails, so a clutched derailleur would be a welcome upgrade. But for light trail and moderate off-road use, the Xpeak 2.0 handles well.
In short, the Xpeak 2.0 brings a well-rounded, versatile ride that addresses some of the original’s weak spots. It’s powerful, stable, and built for a mix of urban and light trail riding—all with the added confidence of UL-certified safety.
Range
Estimated Range (from Lectric):
- Up to 60 miles
Real World Range Test Results:
- MAX Range Test: 44 mi
- MIN Range Test: 62 mi
Lectric markets the new Xpeak 2.0 as getting ‘Up to 60 miles’ in a single charge. While that number is attractive at first glance, I have found it’s best to put that to my own test as there are so many variables that impact the final result.
For context, I weigh about 180lbs (at least that’s what I told the DMV), and the course was on a dedicated fitness path in my local area with a relatively flat course and little stopping.
I opted to run this range test in two flavors, the first on the maximum pedal assistance setting (PAS 5) and the second on the minimum pedal assist setting (PAS 1) to gauge the extremes of both ends.
I set out on the first run using PAS 5 and I was able to cover about 44 miles before the battery called it quits. On the second run using PAS 5, I went for another run, this time reaching an impressive 62 miles before the battery finally tapped out.
While your mileage may vary based on rider weight, course elevation, how many stop/starts, etc. But, in good conditions, I was pleased to see the Xpeak 2.0 range numbers not only hit, but exceed the advertised distances.
Covering over 60 miles in a single charge from this beefy 750W motor with heavy rolling 4 inch wide fat tires proved to me the brawn of the Xpeak isn’t just surface level, it has the gusto to get quite s bit done before needing to top off the battery, whether that be a few commute days or one long ride, the Xpeak 2.0 can stretch its legs when it needs to.
Power (Motor & Battery)
The Lectric Xpeak 2.0 comes armed with a 750W rear hub motor hitting a stout 1310 peaking watts and pumping 85 Nm of torque. This gives the Xpeak the muscle to chomp through rocky offroad climbs and confident acceleration from a stop. Activating that motor is the new Lectric dual-sided torque sensor. In the previous Xpeak, it was a cadence sensor that Lectric opted to ditch and kit the bike with a torque sensor.
Now, with this upgraded torque sensor, Lectric topped it off with the in-house “PWR+” programming. The result? A very quiet, natural and accurate delivery of power based on my pedaling effort, all real-time and what feels like a massive upgrade from the previous version.
Powering the Xpeak’s motor is the 48V, 15Ah battery giving a total of 720Wh’s of juice for my rides. As a bonus, Lectric invested in 3rd party battery safety testing and the Xpeak 2.0’s battery is UL 2271 certified.
All in all, this setup is a reliable workhorse with a powertrain designed to perform wherever you take the Xpeak 2.0, whether that be across town, or on some backcountry adventure.
Components
The component package on the Xpeak 2.0 builds on the already sufficient setup that was on the original version, focusing on weak spots while improving the overall ride quality.
Starting with the frame, which swaps the 6061 Alloy frame for a stiffer hydroformed aluminum that not only has cleaner lines with less weld marks, but it also gives the bike a more responsive and confident ride feel.
Lectric kept the ISO 4210-10 durability certification giving it true eMTB toughness despite its more reserved offroad intended use.
In the drivetrain, we saw a bump in gearing and quality from a 7-Spedd Shimano Tourney with the unpopular over-the-bar shifters, to a 8-Speed Shimano Altus setup with new under the bar trigger shifters. These new trigger shifters were a very solid move with a more precise and crisp shift that the Altus derailleur snaps into gear with each satisfying click. A very welcomed change from the mushy and awkwardly placed over-the-bar shifters we previously had.
Also new in gearing is the move from a 11-28T cassette to a 11-32t cassette with a 46T cranket. I found this wider range of gearing to be a solid pick for the Xpeak 2.0 giving me a bit more room to work with more gears for varied terrain.
Braking is another area where we saw a nice bump in performance over the Xpeak 1.0. Now, we have a 203mm larger rotor up front to give a big increase in stopping ability. While this is common in mountain bikes, it’s not so common on fat tire e-bikes, but it certainly added to the overall braking ability. In the rear we still have the 180mm rotor and both wheels have 2-piston calipers.
In terms of comfort we have quite a few nice perks like the custom Lectric saddle that does a good balancing act with size and padding, its not so big it look awkward, but not so small and narrow that it looks like it should be on a race bike, a its a good balance of looks and comfort I found to be just right for me on my rides. Adding to that comfort, is the front suspension fork, a RST Renegade air cool fork with a preload and lockout feature with a total of 80mm of travel to soak up bumps along your route.
Adding to that, the Xpeak 2.0 keeps the 26” wheelset with alloy materials and an offset spoke pattern to help with better weight distribution of the wheel and spokes. Wrapping those wheels are the 26”x4” Chao Yang tires that have a nice knobby tread pattern and as a bonus come pre-loaded with Slime to help deal with any potential tire punctures along your ride.
Screen / User Interface / App
The Lectric Xpeak 2;0’s display also received a facelift. Gone is the duo-tone display of the past and now features a full color LCD display giving brighter colors and better visibility outdoors in direct sunlight.
The new display has a water resistance rating of IP65, enough protection from dust and rain found in the elements. As a bonus, Lectric added USB Type-C charging ports to keep your devices up and running should you want the power on tap while riding.
All the basic riding data you would want is right there on the home screen. Data like remaining battery level in a 10-bar meter, speed, odometer, PAS level and other metrics like average speed, time, trip meters and current levels.
Lectric has always opted to not use an e-bike phone app and I’ve always considered that a smart move. Less production costs and a more simplified riding experience, like a bike ride should be. Overall while the display may keep things simple, it does an excellent job of giving you everything you need without cluttering it with things you don’t.
Lectric XPeak 2.0 Model Options
A few key options need to be made at purchase, fortunately they are important and fairly easy to make the call. First up is the frame style as the Lectric comes in two configurations, a high-step and a step-though frame. The high-step keeps the top tube that requires throwing your leg over to get on and off, while the ST has a low step-through height of just 19.5 inches compared to the HS versions taller 29 inches.
Whichever frame style you pick with unilaterally pick your color choice. The High-Step frame comes only in the Tempest Grey colorway, a dark metallic grey with brand color accents, and the ST comes only in the Stratus White colorway, a gloss white with branded accent colors.
Aside from the frame choices and accompanying colors, the next option is the battery packs. The Xpeak 2./0 comes standard with a 15Ah battery giving 720Wh’s and promising 60 miles of range. If you want more, you can opt for the 20Ah upgraded battery giving 960Wh’s of power and what Lectric says will be roughly 30% more range.
Finally, the accessories for the Xpeak 2.0 are a nice mix as well. Included with purchase, the 2.0 comes with composite black fenders for both front and rear tires, plus a rear rack rated for 60 lbs. So, you’re in good shape right from the start with the basics. Should you want more, Lectric offers a good lineup of peak-specific accessories available as optional purchases consisting of Tannus Armour tire inserts to further reduce flat tire potential, a ‘Winter Package” that includes studded snow tires and wheels, frame bags and a weather cover. Plus more other common accessories like rear rack bags and portable electric air pumps which I have genuinely come to love.
Is The Lectric XPeak 2.0 Worth Buying?
On paper, the Lectric Xpeak 2.0 sticks to Lectric’s formula: pack in better specs while keeping the price steady. By standardizing parts across models, placing big orders, and keeping margins tight, they’ve managed to offer more with each release without bumping up the price. It’s a smart approach, and the Xpeak 2.0 feels like a solid result of that strategy.
For anyone after a capable fat-tire e-bike that won’t drain the bank account, the Xpeak 2.0 is a strong option. The upgrades—a torque sensor, better display, improved brakes, and two battery choices—show that Lectric is responding to rider feedback. The new frame feels stiffer and more stable, a clear improvement over the original, and the gunmetal color adds a bit of style to the mostly black-and-white lineup.
That said, some riders might want more custom sizing or app connectivity, which Lectric still doesn’t offer here. The one-size frame approach will work for most, but it may not be ideal for those on the taller or shorter ends of the spectrum.
Pros
- Redesigned frame offers better curb appeal, improved stiffness, and more responsive handling
- Increased battery capacity from Xpeak 1.0, now featuring a 720Wh standard battery with optional upgrade to 960Wh
- Upgraded to modern under-the-bar trigger shifter, replacing the older over-the-bar index shifters
- A new color display with IP65 water and dust resistance along with USB port charging
- Retains the reliable RST Renegade front suspension fork for smooth riding
- Enhanced drivetrain with 8-speed Shimano system and 11-32t cassette
Cons
- Both High-Step and Step-Through versions available in only one frame size and one color
All in all, the Xpeak 2.0 is a versatile, budget-friendly e-bike that builds on the strengths of its predecessor, perfect for riders looking for a fun, reliable option for trails, commutes, and weekend adventures. If an affordable fat-tire e-bike with solid specs is what you’re after, the Xpeak 2.0 is worth a look.
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