It was a tough moment for the industry when Juiced Bikes filed for bankruptcy back in 2024 , but the iconic brand is officially back and operating under the ownership of the founders of Lectric.
While Juiced remains its own distinct entity, it is now fully benefiting from Lectric’s immense volume purchasing power and established supply chain. This backing allows them to come out swinging with aggressive direct-to-consumer pricing that will undoubtedly shake up the market.
By offering both the Scrambler Full-Suspension (FS) at $1,999 and the Hardtail (HT) model at $1,699, Juiced is delivering an impressive spec sheet for under $2,000. When you compare these prices and components to a leading competitor like Super73, buyers are looking at a savings of roughly $900 to $1,100.
My Experience Riding The Juiced Scrambler
Fun. Peppy. Exciting.
This would be my answer if I were asked to give 3 words to describe my riding experience on the Scrambler FS and HT.
However, the next word I would add to that list is ‘controlled’.
When evaluating moto-style e-bikes I want to see a bike that has enough power to make it fun, still be street legal, and not overpowered to the point I’d be nervous allowing my 15 year old to ride it.
The Scrambler checks all those boxes.
When testing the Scrambler, I took the bikes everywhere I think people would want to ride it: up steep hills, off-road on bumpy dirt roads, and cruising around town. I am the official hill tester for Electric Bike Report, and have tested hundreds of bikes over the last 4+ years. I can say with confidence that the motor on the Juiced Scrambler will get you up the hill (read below for the motor details and analysis).
On dirt roads, I loved the full suspension of both models. Both models come with a KKE 140mm inverted front fork that feels both stable and cushioned. At first, I’d say the fork was a bit too soft. However, after adjusting the compression settings I was able to get the fork just how I like it. Basically, the tires stuck to the ground and my wrists and butt were incredibly comfortable. I even took the Scrambler off some little jumps (I’m not a pro-moto rider, so I kept it pretty tame), and the suspension did great there as well – especially the FS model thanks to the rear KKE shock.
How Juiced (i.e. Lectric) was able to get quality KKE suspension at this price is very impressive. I’d say I hope the industry follows suit, but I’m not sure other brands have the negotiation power that Juiced has.
Cruising around town was where I came up with the word ‘fun’. While the cyclist in me wants to hate this style of e-bike, the kid in me overpowers that snooty part of me. It’s just fun to cruise around, sitting upright, leaning into turns, and feeling like I’m on a motorcycle. I guess you could call it a mid-life crisis moment for me where I ride a moto-style e-bike instead of a Harley.
For teens who want this kind of bike, they are going to love it.
My complaints while riding were limited. The first issue, the large turn radius, isn’t even something that Juiced could fix. If you want a bike with a dual crown, then you’re going to have to deal with a large turn radius. However, this bike should never go on tight turning single-track, so this really doesn’t matter (seriously, please keep these kinds of bikes off mountain bike trails and other trails where they aren’t allowed).
My other complaint is actually a compliment to Juiced. I don’t like pedaling moto-style e-bikes. You don’t have any leg extension, and it doesn’t take long for my hip flexors to hate me. However, Juiced’s saddle extends in a way that I naturally sat towards the back, which gave me better than expected leg extension – enough to where I was actually OK pedaling the bike.
Range
Estimated Range 40 (throttle) | 50-60 (pedaling):
Real World Range Test Results: 43 miles (throttle)
With a 998 Wh battery, I thought we would be in for a long ride with the range test. However, I also thought that the 750 Watt motor that peaks at 1764 watts would drain the battery quickly and possibly counter-balance the larger-than-average battery.
In our range test, the Scrambler went just over 43 miles on MAX power assist and throttle. In other words – the large battery won out vs the powerful motor.
Part of that winning formula is thanks to the high-quality LG cells that Juiced was able to use in their battery. The other part is an efficient motor from Sutto, which is a sub brand of Bafang.
Power (Motor & Battery)
One of the standout specs on the Scrambler is the electrical system. 52V / 19.2Ah battery, 30A controller, and a 90Nm, 750W (1764W max) motor = lots of power, and lots of fun.
Of course, anyone can make a motor powerful. It takes a bit more engineering skill to make a powerful motor also smooth, controlled, and predictable. This is where I think Juiced did a great job in working with Sutto. As a sub-brand of Bafang, Juiced was able to get Bafang experience and likely save a little bit of money.
From a riding standpoint, the motor felt controlled. In torque mode, I could control the speed by adjusting how hard I pushed on the pedals. I didn’t get any out-of-control lurching as soon as I touched the pedals, and there was very little motor overrun once I stopped pedaling or throttling.
The battery is obviously impressive capacity-wise. I also liked how it’s removable. Simply unscrew and lift the saddle (there is a little cap to turn on the bottom of the saddle to unlock it), insert and turn the key, and you can pull the battery out. This feature is very nice for those who need to store the bike out in the elements, or if you want to buy a second battery and swap it out when the first battery needs charging.
Charging the battery is very fast, thanks to the 5A speed charger. Doing the maths, a 19.2Ah battery will take approximately 3 hrs 50 minutes to go from empty to 100% full. Compare that with a 3A charger, and you are charging about 1.5 hrs faster.
Another nice touch on the Scrambler is that the controller and battery are easily accessible under the saddle. This will make your local bike mechanic (and your wallet) much happier if you take it in to get a new controller installed.
Components
You see the value of being a sister brand to Lectric in almost every component on the Scrambler FS and HT.
Obviously the highlight is the KKE suspension. The inverted front fork has 140mm of travel with 34mm stanchions. Juiced also customized the spring rate of the fork, as the standard spring rate felt a bit soft to the product developers. Given that I felt the fork was very plush, I am glad they went with a higher spring rate. I also love how the fork has both compression and rebound adjustments.
The rear shock on the FS model is also from KKE, and the highlights are the 750lb coil spring, piggy back reservoir, and compression / rebound adjustments.
Again, KKE is a very well-known brand in the performance off-road arena, and I think that Juiced is going to attract quite a few people from that crowd with this suspension.
Next up on the list of better-than-expected components are the brakes. Since Lectric already has such a great relationship with Star Union, Juiced was able to go to Star Union and develop the brake system for the Scramblers. I reached out to Juiced to get more details on the brakes and this was their response:
“I previously worked with Star Union to develop the 602 2-piston brakes, which perform at the top of their class. For this project, I wanted to push braking performance even further, so I partnered with Star Union again and landed on the Talon P4 system. These feature a high-flow master cylinder and a 4-piston design, delivering significantly stronger and more consistent braking performance.”
-Austin, General Manager, Juiced
I felt very comfortable and safe with the brakes, and I personally hope to see all other moped-style bikes move to a 4-piston setup.
The final component I want to highlight is the 6061 aluminum frame. This frame allows the Juiced Scrambler to be lighter than some competitors. The bike is still pretty heavy at 83-85 lbs, so I’d love to see if someone can find a way to make these bikes even lighter given how many 110 lb 16 year olds ride these around town. I think the lightest we’ve tested, at least recently, is the Retrospec Valen Rev 3, which came in at 78 lbs without rear suspension.
One suggestion would be for Juiced to spec the bike with a twist throttle vs thumb throttle. I understand their reasoning behind going with a thumb throttle (to limit accidental ‘whiskey throttling’ and improve safety), however, a twist throttle also gives the rider more control over the throttle speed. An ideal situation would be a twist throttle that is programmed to ramp up power slowly to prevent whiskey throttle situations while still giving the rider control over speed.
Note: Juiced pointed out that you can order a twist throttle as an aftermarket upgrade to those who want it. I’ll try to get one from them and update the review with my thoughts afterwards.
Screen / User Interface / App
Juiced is the first moto-style e-bike brand that I’ve seen offer an integrated TFT display in the top tube. At first glance, I thought they got the display from Specialized, as it reminds me of the display in the Gen 3 Turbo Levo.
For me, I really like how clean the bike’s cockpit is since you don’t have a display attached to the handlebars. The drawback is that you will have to look down while riding to see your speed, battery %, odometer, etc. That’s not challenging for me, but it might be for some.
Juiced Scrambler Model Options
Currently, Juiced offers two models: the FS (full suspension) version, and the HT (hard tail) version. Both models are incredibly similar, with only a few differences between the two.
Juiced Scrambler FS vs HS (Spec differences)
As you can see, the main difference between the Juiced Scrambler FS and HT is the suspension. As such, we recommend the full suspension model for riders who want to ride more aggressively off-road, or who want a super-plush ride.
We recommend the HT model for those looking to save a few hundred dollars, who ride around mostly on paved roads and paths, or who wants to be able to attach a spare battery for longer range.
Is The Juiced Scrambler Worth Buying?
If you are someone who wants a comfortable, powerful moped / moto-style e-bike that is street legal, then the Scrambler is going to be a top pick. At just $1,999 for the FS model and $1,699 for the HT model, it’s A LOT less expensive than a comparative Super 73, and you get significantly more value than other sub-$2,000 competitors.
Essentially, Juiced is leveraging their buying power from Lectric and offering a quality cafe cruiser style e-bike with higher quality components at a lower price than you would expect. While it will be interesting to see a Lectric associated brand move up into the $2,000’ish price point, I am going to predict that the Juiced brand is going to be back as a household name in the e-bike space with the launch of the Scramblers.
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