When you hop on the GoTrax Mustang electric bike, a sudden rush of adrenaline may course through your veins as it transforms into an electrifying experience that feels more akin to a high-octane dirt bike than your typical ebike. Standing tall and proud outside my garage like the iconic Wheeler from 'Stranger Things,' this 750-watt motor beast is ready for action.
As soon as you fire up the kickstand, its robust frame comes into view - sporting aggressive styling reminiscent of old-school BMX bikes. Rest assured however that beneath that rugged appearance lies a surprisingly agile and easy-to-handle ride. Its short wheelbase proves to be an ace card in terms of maneuverability.
Upon kicking off the bike's stand and getting underway, you'd almost forget this isn't actually an ebike built like its contemporaries - save for one crucial difference: instead of traditional pedals, it employs electric assistance to power its incredible 90 Newton meters of torque.
Torque is a critical component to consider when evaluating the capabilities of any motorized vehicle. With that in mind, rest assured that at 6'4" and 255 pounds, I can confidently assert that the GoTrax Mustang delivers well beyond my expectations - effortlessly navigating hilly terrain that would have been an arduous challenge for many ebikes.
At its heart lies a powerful 48-volt LG battery capable of delivering up to 86 miles per charge. That being said, actual results could vary based on the rider's mode selections and personal pace - I managed around 28 miles, thanks largely to constant switching between power modes plus throttle-assisted cruising.
An interesting aspect worth noting is that the bike does come with a unique setting intended for walking the vehicle when parked - an apt feature considering its generous width at 4 inches. As well, the front LED light serves as both functional illumination and stylish flair during those long winter nights when daylight hours are limited.
A major letdown however is the Mustang's frame size limitations: featuring only one adjustable seat design option which proves ill-suited to my tall stature. GoTrax could have at least offered a more diverse range of sizes for riders with different needs, unfortunately, this bike isn't really tailored towards accommodating people beyond the 5'9" and 5'10" mark.
Ultimately though, it does make for an affordable ebike.
As soon as you fire up the kickstand, its robust frame comes into view - sporting aggressive styling reminiscent of old-school BMX bikes. Rest assured however that beneath that rugged appearance lies a surprisingly agile and easy-to-handle ride. Its short wheelbase proves to be an ace card in terms of maneuverability.
Upon kicking off the bike's stand and getting underway, you'd almost forget this isn't actually an ebike built like its contemporaries - save for one crucial difference: instead of traditional pedals, it employs electric assistance to power its incredible 90 Newton meters of torque.
Torque is a critical component to consider when evaluating the capabilities of any motorized vehicle. With that in mind, rest assured that at 6'4" and 255 pounds, I can confidently assert that the GoTrax Mustang delivers well beyond my expectations - effortlessly navigating hilly terrain that would have been an arduous challenge for many ebikes.
At its heart lies a powerful 48-volt LG battery capable of delivering up to 86 miles per charge. That being said, actual results could vary based on the rider's mode selections and personal pace - I managed around 28 miles, thanks largely to constant switching between power modes plus throttle-assisted cruising.
An interesting aspect worth noting is that the bike does come with a unique setting intended for walking the vehicle when parked - an apt feature considering its generous width at 4 inches. As well, the front LED light serves as both functional illumination and stylish flair during those long winter nights when daylight hours are limited.
A major letdown however is the Mustang's frame size limitations: featuring only one adjustable seat design option which proves ill-suited to my tall stature. GoTrax could have at least offered a more diverse range of sizes for riders with different needs, unfortunately, this bike isn't really tailored towards accommodating people beyond the 5'9" and 5'10" mark.
Ultimately though, it does make for an affordable ebike.