The line between electric mountain bikes and lightweight electric motorcycles is becoming more and more blurred, and few machines demonstrate this higher than the Bonnell 775 MX. With downhill-bike geometry, long-travel suspension, a full-twist throttle, and significantly more energy than a standard e-MTB, it targets riders who need serious off-road performance without the bulk of a traditional dirt bike.

In this Bonnell 775 MX review, we examine its power, battery, handling, parts, limitations, and overall value to determine whether or not it deserves to be called the ultimate off-road electric bike.

Excessive Power and Performance

The headline function is the CYC X1 Pro Gen four motor, which produces as much as 6,000 watts of peak power and 280 Nm of torque on the crank. Riders can use pedal help at lower power levels or access stronger acceleration through the throttle, giving the 775 MX a particular mixture of bicycle-style handling …