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$2,999.00
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$3,199.00
Full suspension. Full send. The Velowave Forest XM blends a 1000W rear-hub motor (peaks 1200W, 160 Nm) with a long-range 48V 20Ah (960Wh) LG-cell battery and a responsive torque sensor for smooth, natural assist. With an air fork (140 mm), a RockShox rear shock, Tektro hydraulic brakes, and grippy 27.5×2.8" tires, Forest XM turns rough terrain into pure fun—up to 37 mph on PAS (20 mph throttle where legal). Max payload: 385 lb.
Why you’ll love it
- Serious power, silky control: 1000W hub (1200W peak, 160 Nm) + torque sensor for intuitive, efficient assist.
- All-day range: Up to 85 miles on PAS or 60 miles by throttle (conditions dependent).
- True full-suspension comfort: Air fork (140 mm, lockout) + RockShox RS-MNR-R-C4 rear shock (184×44 mm) with rebound adjust.
- Confident stopping: Tektro hydraulic discs with 180 mm rotors and power cut-off levers.
- Trail traction: Kenda 27.5×2.8" tires on 27.5" 36H alloy rims.
- At-a-glance control: Color TFT display, 6 PAS levels, throttle-on-demand from a stop, front 48V headlight (~80 LUX) & rear blinking light.
Quick specs
| Motor | Rear-hub, 1000W rated / 1200W peak, 160 Nm torque |
| Battery | 48V 20Ah (960Wh) removable, LG cells |
| Charger | 48V 3A, approx. 7 hrs to full |
| Assist / Sensors | 6 PAS levels • Torque sensor • Throttle on demand (from a stop) |
| Top Speed | Up to 37 mph PAS; 20 mph throttle (where legal) |
| Range | Up to 85 mi PAS • 60 mi throttle (usage dependent) |
| Fork | Air suspension, 140 mm travel, lockout |
| Rear Shock | RockShox RS-MNR-R-C4 184×44 mm, 44 mm travel, external rebound |
| Brakes | Tektro hydraulic discs, 180 mm rotors (F/R), power cut-off |
| Drivetrain | Shimano Deore 10-speed • 11–42T cassette • 40T ring • 170 mm crank • KMC 10-sp chain |
| Wheels & Tires | 27.5" 36H alloy rims • Kenda 27.5×2.8" tires |
| Display & Lights | Color TFT display • 48V headlight (~80 LUX) • Rear blinking light |
| Weight / Payload | ~76 lb net (incl. battery) • Max 385 lb load |
| Frame | 6061 aluminum alloy • Internal battery & routing • Frame travel 133 mm |
Specs per Velowave’s Forest XM product page (Overview & Specifications). :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Geometry & fit
- Sizes: 17" or 19"
- 17": Total length 2033 mm • Wheelbase 1303 mm • Standover 754 mm • Seat height 866–1021 mm • Reach 468 mm
- 19": Total length 2043 mm • Wheelbase 1313 mm • Standover 798 mm • Seat height 910–1065 mm • Reach 478 mm
See “Specs & Size” on the product page for the full chart. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
What’s included
- Forest XM full-suspension e-bike
- 48V 20Ah removable battery
- 48V 3A charger
- Integrated front headlight & rear blinking light
- Owner’s manual
Range notes: Real-world range varies with rider weight, assist level, terrain, temperature, and tire pressure.