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Over the last couple of years, electric bikes have come a long way from something that was considered a novelty to a full range of capable products designed for specific purposes. And among the ranks of city cruisers and agile mountain units, we also saw the rise of hunting bikes.
If you think about it for a second, this was a match made in heaven. Whether you are following a trail, checking your traps, or scouting, you need something to help you to quickly traverse rough terrains.
And what do you get when you put this neat feature into an affordable, powerful and durable body of a modified mountain bike? We’ll tell you – an offer no serious hunter can say no to.
Unfortunately, good ideas don't always translate to good products and, as you would expect, the electric hunting bikes market is filled with half-baked units which should be avoided.
That is why we are going to round up six choices that are currently generating the most heat and try to see which one of them is the best hunting electric bike worth your money.
Heavy Rider Pick
Rambo R1000XP
If you are on the heavy side, look no further!
The Best Hunting E-Bikes On The Market - Reviews
1. BackCountry Mule - The Best Hunting E-Bike of 2024
This bike may be called Mule, but believe us is just as agile and fast as some of the wild animals you may be pursuing while riding on top of it.
Boasting an alluring aluminum body, BackCountry's electric bike takes the classic "Beauty and Beast" trope to a whole new level.
Unsurprisingly, it sits at the top of our list as the standout e-bike due to its rugged construction and high-end specs.
Build
The frame is cast out from aluminum alloy that's both durable and light enough to keep the bike weight manageable. The tires are high-quality and offer very good traction improving overall stability. Even the pedals saw the improvement over the previous iteration of the product and now feature the size that can comfortably accommodate boots.
All these parts are resistant to water and won’t pick up any rust no matter what kind of torture you subject them to. So, the foundations of Mule's greatness are more than solid.
Power
When it comes to sheer power, Mule comes in two varieties – 750W and 1000W.
Both these options are ultra mid-drive Bafang motors that easily climb steep terrains and produce some sweet core specs.
Namely, the bike can breeze at speeds up to pretty impressive 28 mph or 45 km/h (with the 1000W motor option) and cover the range of 40 miles (64 kilometers) on a single charge. Of course, these two numbers are mutually excluded but they still put on one pretty impressive performance. The load capacity scores rock-solid 136 kilograms.
This strength is easily tamed with a left throttle that allows a great level of control over the bike, and a capable hydraulic brake system makes sure you will be brought to a halt without flying off the seat.
Even if you run the battery dry, the capable Shimano Alivio 9-speed gearing will make sure you are able to traverse different terrains. We would like to see the inclusion of chrome in the cog-set, but this is a minor gripe.
As we can see, all these things make the Backcountry Mule one incredibly capable hunt bike. The fact this vehicle is stacked with interesting features only helps it to cement its place at the top of this list.
Walk-Assist Mode
For instance, if you need to take a walk, you can put the bike into the “walk-assist” mode and allow your vehicle to run at pedestrian speed. Also, you get the air fork suspension, shock-absorbing seat post, beautiful full-color LCD that gives you essential information about the vehicle’s status, and many other things that makes riding all the more pleasant.
There are other things we would like to mention but we are running dangerously out of space. You get the idea, though. This Mule is more than worth your attention.
2. Rambo R1000XP G3 Hunting Electric Bike
The fact that Rambo R1000XP G3 somehow managed not to end on top of this roundup is a small miracle. This bike is so good.
If it weren't for Mule's stellar performance it could've easily taken the number one spot. What ultimately brought it down was lack of consistency.
You see, when it’s good, R1000XP easily leaves Mule behind. However, it also features some drawbacks that seriously bring it down.
What you’re left in the end is the hunting electric bike that’s still excellent on average. We still prefer more rounded specs, though.
Rambo R1000XP G3 Electric Bike - A Serious Top Contentder
So, Rambo R1000XP is powered by incredibly robust and snappy 1000W ultra mid-drive motor that easily deals with any type of terrain you might throw under the bike’s wheels. The speed you can achieve clocks at around 45 kilometers per hour and you are also able to mount up to 136 kilograms of weight. All these numbers are pretty good.
Range
Unfortunately, the range is all but great. Namely, R1000XP can pass only 20 miles (32 kilometers) in one run. Of course, if you don’t push the vehicle to its limits. These numbers are not bad, but they belong more in the entry-level market segment.
Fortunately, the good people from Rambo made sure to compensate for this noticeable drawback with some pretty impressive treats.
Frame
So, let's cover the bike's aluminum alloy frame – it's both capable to withstand all kinds of elements it can find in the open and environment and features one of the best looks in the market. Seriously, we haven't laid our eyes on something so beautiful in who knows how many years.
The braking system is excellent. This time, we have a dual disk brake setup (203 mm hydraulic disk rotor on the front and 180 mm on the back) that makes braking so hassle-free you'll have a hard time reverting back to other units.
Tires
As you would expect from the manufacturer with such a strong reputation, the tires (this time we are treated with Maxxis Minion) are durable, produce excellent traction, and perform a healthy dose of the heavy lifting when it comes to shock absorption.
Suspension
But, that’s only half the story. RST Renegade front fork suspension system covers the other half and makes sure that no bumps on the road will decrease your control over the vehicle.
Additional features
Unfortunately, R1000XP is surprisingly barren when it comes to special features. You get your standard full-color LCD display and a couple of options for mounting backpacks and trailers but that’s pretty much it.
So, what we are left with in the end is an excellent ebike for hunters with one major flaw – enough to lose the top spot. Still, if you are a hunter that requires powerful performance but uses the throttle only in short bursts, this might be the bike for you.
If you're considering this bike, but need a bit more info before buying, check out our in-depth Rambo R1000XP Review.
The RadRover fat tire e-bike is an excellent, budget-friendly choice for hunters. It comes from a relatively up-up-and-coming manufacturer, RadPower, which can be discouraging for some people who like to trust a brand before making a serious investment.
If you're not one of these people, though, this hunting ebike will be more than sufficient for your needs - it brings so much to the table, for a fraction of the cost of other bikes on this list.
Is it worth considering - let's take a closer look to find out.
RadRover 6 - The Top Budget Pick
The overall design of the bike is created with comfort in mind. The wide and stable handlebar with ergonomic grips adds comfort and allows for a firm and confident riding. The cushioned Velo Plush saddle is pretty wide but not too wide to chafe your inner thighs during pedaling.
Metal pedals are a welcomed feature on a bike for hunters, especially when you consider that most bikes in this cost category have far less stable plastic pedals. You’ll also appreciate the wide fenders on both front and rear tires that come in handy in wet conditions. There’s also the heavy-duty kickstand with a plastic foot wide enough to support the bike’s weight, wherever you park it.
One flaw of this wallet-friendly bike is that it’s not as lightweight as you might want it to be. Weighing at 69lbs, this bike will be tiring to pedal if your battery dies mid-trail.
Overall, with RadRover 6 you get an affordable ebike for hunters without compromising experience or quality.
Frame
The RadRover has a frame constructed out of 6061-aluminum alloy designed to tackle any off-road challenges that may come its way, whether during hunts or mountain biking activities. Even though the frame is robust, it still lightweight enough for agile handling. The RST fork offers good suspension and, in combination with high-quality fat tires, provides a comfortable ride on any kind of terrain.
Motor & Battery
Although the 750W rear hub motor is a powerful one, it’s not without flaws. We didn’t appreciate that the motor power cuts off immediately once you reach the speed limit, instead of easing off gradually. If we overlook that, the motor is actually quite nice. It’s powerful enough to ensure you reach a top speed of 20mph and the 80Nm of torque will provide a strong start and smooth and steady acceleration. On smaller hills, this bike is a winner. However, when it comes to steeper climbs, it might be a bit challenging to move it, but not impossible.
The 672Wh Rad battery pack is possibly the most impressive component of this bike. The lithium-ion battery uses Samsung 35E 18650 battery cells, which are generally the best choice if capacity is more relevant than strength. With a single charge, you can ride for 45 miles before you have to charge it again. It does take 6 hours for the battery to recharge fully, which is something to keep in mind if you plan to go on long trips.
The RadRover utilizes a set of 180mm Tektro mechanical disc brakes. The brakes perform well and provide you with strong stopping power, no matter the terrain and conditions.
4. QuietKat Ranger 750 Hunting E-Bike
It doesn’t make more than the fact that this bike features hub motor instead of mid-drive to see why QuietKat’s Ranger can’t seriously compete with the previous two contenders.
If you are living in a hilly area, good luck climbing the more serious inclines.
But, it’s also hard not to notice this neat vehicle costs a couple of grand less than the two bikes we just reviewed. If this sounds interesting it’s because it actually is.
QuietKat Ranger 750 Electric Hunting Bike - A Great Beginner Model
Motor
Let’s get straight about that hub motor we used to disqualify Ranger from the race for the top spot – it actually works great. It’s silent, well-encased, runs the bike at speeds of up to 20 mph (30km/h) and mount the weights up to 132 kilograms. Its only drawback is the lack of produced torque which makes it unsuitable for climbing.
The motor is also reasonably power-efficient so you won’t have a problem squeezing about 20 miles (30 kilometers) out of it – not great but still on par with much more expensive Rambo R1000XP.
Mechanics
Unfortunately, that is not the only compromise the bike makes to lower the cost. This time we have the mechanical brakes instead of hydraulic and the number of different gears is dialed down to seven. Still, this is not the bike for hilly terrains – you’ll get enough variety out of it.
The Ranger's chain was particularly interesting; it was of the best in the entire roundup.
Pair that with an amazing water-resistant frame and decent tires and you get what is Ranger all about.
Additional Features
Now, as you would expect from a budget entry, all semblance of advanced features is all but present. That’s not something we’re particularly thrilled about, but also not something much pricier bikes are guilty of. Still, would it be too much to ask for a carrier and a pair of decent mudguards?
In the end, all that is left to be said is that Ranger is undoubtedly a budget option, but a budget option that easily outperforms anything we’ve seen in this category. The more demanding hunters will probably move on to some more capable piece of hardware.
But, if you don’t plan to carry too much weight or climb the sharp inclines, you’ll find a lot to enjoy here.
You can read more about the Ranger, as well as other QuietKat bikes on offer in this review.
If Ranger was QuietKat’s attempt to establish itself as the king of affordable hunting electric bikes, Apex has to be its effort to challenge the heavyweights like Mule and R1000XP.
At least that's the impression we got looking at its price. Well, it looks like QuietKat feels much more comfortable in lower segments. That doesn’t mean Apex is a bad bike. On the contrary, it has all the building blocks of a great vehicle.
The thing is, the competition is just too harsh and QuietKat did nothing to set their product apart from the rest of the similar products.
To illustrate this we don’t have to go much further than the core specs.
QuetKat 2018 Apex 1000 - Decent if others aren't available
Motor
The bike is powered by a Bafang 1000W motor (this time mid-drive, not ultra mid-drive) that pushes the vehicle to speeds up to 25 mph (40 km/h) while allowing you to pass the range of 20 miles or 32 kilometers in a single charge – not bad, but far from stellar.
Gearing
Once you run the battery dry and switch to pedaling you will get to choose between nine different gear settings. That’s on par with BackCountry’s Mule but still behind R1000XP’s 11-speed settings.
Frame & Specs
This impression casts its shadow over the rest of the bike as well. The sturdy aluminum alloy frame, the tires that do their job more than well, the hydraulic brake system (this time we don’t get the dual disk system) are all above the average, but neither one of them is worth talking about in more detail.
Ok, by now you’ve probably got the impression we are unfairly beating this poor bike into submission. That’s not the case – we actually loved this vehicle and loved it a lot. We are just struggling to find one reason to recommend it to you instead of some other contenders.
But, if you are rooting for QuietKat and don't mind spending a couple of thousands of dollars on a bike that doesn't truly excel at anything, you won't find anything particularly bad about this entry.
6. Rambo R750 C26 E-Bike
The fact that Rambo R1000XP lost its top spot to another bike (be it as capable as Mule) is weird. On the other hand, the fact that Rambo R750 C26 ended up as the obvious loser of this short roundup is positively shocking. But, for all of you in favor of this brand, don’t worry – we’ve ranked only the five best hunting bikes. And there is nothing bad at being fifth.
Either way, R750 C26 is Rambo’s attempt to use the brand name to find its audience in the lower segments. As such, it offers solid specs and competent performance.
Rambo R750 C26 Electric Hunting Bike - Ideal For Heavyweights
Namely, the bike is (as the name suggests) powered by a 750W mid drive motor, which is pretty impressive at this price point.
The said motor produces the speed of 20 mph (30km/h), the range of 20 miles (30 kilometers) and a weight capacity of 132 kilograms. Oh yeah, and the ability to climb smaller inclines, that's always good to have.
So we have at least one obvious advantage compared to QuietKat’s Ranger. The area where the latter product beats R750 to a punch is the overall refinement. The hub drive we’ve seen in Ranger may be, at least on the paper, weaker but it produces much smoother and snappier performance. In comparison, R750 feels somewhat loud and jerky.
The frame & weight capacity of this bike towers all - even though others list the specs sheet with similar capacities, none of the contenders perform under load like Rambo C26.
Too bad because this affordable electric hunting bike retains some of the great things we’ve seen installed in its far more expensive cousins. That includes a powerful aluminum alloy frame, great tires, and even a dual disk braking system. With all the things said, the decision to limit gearing to only three speeds seems very curious to say the least.
Be that as it may, Rambo R750 is a compelling little bike that does a lot of things right. Its main problems fall in the same compartment as the ones we've seen when we talked about its expensive sibling. The good things are great – dual disk braking and mid-drive motors are definitely amongst the honorable mentions.
These efforts, however, are undermined by the lackluster performance that brings the whole package down.
The things you should consider before buying an electric hunting bike
Of course, before we proceed to actual reviews, we need to talk about some features that set these products apart. Essentially, electric hunting bikes should feature all the building blocks that make good electric fat bikes, but also throw into the equation a couple of features that come in handy once you girdle the rifle and wander off into the wild.
Let’s take a look at some of the most important mentions from both these feature categories.
The type of motor
The motor is a hearth of an electric bike. Its power and placement will largely determine how your ebike will perform on different terrains. When it comes to electric hunting bikes, their motors can roughly be divided into three categories.
- Rear hub motors – As the name suggests rear hub motors are placed inside the back wheel. Because they are easy to maintain, produce a lot of raw energy and they are also very cheap to make, a lot of manufacturers use this type of throttle as their go-to choice. However, they produce low torque which means they are not that great climbers.
- Mid-drive motors – Mid-drive motors are installed into a protective case located between the pedals. They don’t run the wheel directly but rather through the crank. This setup produces much stronger throttle and allows the bikes to easily climb the mountain terrain. On the downside, they are a bit more expensive and harder to maintain.
- Ultra mid-drive motors – An upgraded version of mid-drive motors. What sets them apart is improved performance and a greater level of control over the vehicle.
Range
The range is a feature that describes the power and efficiency of the ebike's battery. Rather than telling you the battery's capacity (the number that means very little in real-life conditions), it tells you the distance your bike can pass in a single charge. The mountain terrain will be a significant factor here.
Needless to say, you’d want to buy a unit that allows you to pass as much distance between forcing you to resort to pedals (not the most pleasant experience taking into account the weight of the hunter's equipment).
Usually, higher quality units feature the range that sits between 30 to 50 kilometers.
Weight limit
As we just mentioned, hunting equipment tends to be quite heavy. And we haven’t even touched the issue of prey. If you are a big game hunter all these things can produce quite a heavy load. That is why you should aim for hunting bikes with a weight limit of at least 120 kilograms.
Keep in mind though, that loading heavier weights will take its toll on the bike’s range.
Speed
Although in the world of hunting bikes speed is not an absolute imperative (you’ll often ride the bike on rough off-road terrains that won’t allow you to safely reach the higher speed), it’s always good to have enough energy to quickly close the distance between you and your prey.
So, even though you don’t need to be too excessive, you shouldn’t go below the usual 25 – 30kmh speed range.
Durability
This is an absolute must. Durability covers all the physical aspects of your bike – from the quality of its parts to the way they are put together.
As you are perfectly aware hunting often implies rough terrains and difficult terrains. If your bike is poorly made it will quickly be beaten into submission and no warranty in the world will be able to help you.
Keeping that in mind, you should aim for the units that feature at least a 12-month warranty that will allow you to properly test the vehicle and see does it have some hidden factory errors. Also, do your homework and read the fine print. Knowing what the warranty actually covers can save you a lot of money.
Furthermore, although electric bikes are almost never completely waterproof, you should make sure that your bike is at least water-resistant and can deal with puddles and light rain.
Weight
Even if you never run your battery completely dry, there will come a point when you'll wish your bike is lighter. Like when you stumble upon the block that can't be avoided. Or you need to get the bike over the fence. And don't get us to start about hauling the vehicle into the truck.
You get the point – the lighter model you get, the better.
The level of noise
Although they are not the loudest vehicles in the world, e-bikes produce a certain level of noise that can scare off smaller prey. Your goal is to become as stealthy as possible and find the unit that produces the least level of noise possible. Being quiet on your bike is the key!
Special Features & Accessories
Special features are all the small things that aren’t necessary but make life so much easier. In the context of electric hunting bikes, the usual suspects cover the likes of detailed LCD feedback, extensive speed settings, hydraulic shock damper, and other useful additions.
After 41 hours of research, we recommend:
Our Top Pick
BackCountry Mule E-Bike
When considering all the features & specs a great hunt ebike should have, the Mule simply blows everything out of the water. Its overall quality, usefulness, and value are simply amazing. If you want an ebike that you can rely on, this is the one!
Our Budget Pick
RadRover 6 Electric Bike
If you want a fat tire e-bike for hunts without breaking the bank, RadRover 6 is your best choice. It delivers the performance on every important aspect for a hunter and it doesn't cost an arm and a leg.
Final thoughts
We are finally at the end of the roundup, and as you’ve already concluded from our enthusiastic review BackCountry’s Mule takes the victory. Not by a landslide, but its achievements can't be ignored. We are talking about the hunting electric bike that checks all the important requirements and has no obvious flaws. What else could you wish for?
Well, maybe for a bit stronger performance and exciting design? If that’s the case, Rambo R1000XP might just be an option for you. As long as you stay within its somewhat limited range, you'll get a blast of this bike.
Last but not least, we have to mention RadRover 6. We always like to see manufacturers knowing what features need to be sacrificed for their products to be cheaper. The truth is that Rover 5 sacrifices very little and puts on a performance that's far out of its price range.
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Most distance we cover is maybe a mile out and a mile in – mostly farm land. Most of the time it's less. In Michigan where it's pretty flat. Looking for something to get me out to the deer blind and to pull a sled to take a few things out and hopefully a deer in. Doesn't have to be fancy. Looking a low end Quietcat or wondering about the Radrover. Suggestions?