AKEZ Bafang M600 Mid-Drive Electric Mountain Bike - Recreational Off-Road Use Only

The AKEZ M600 is the one bike in this group that is not built around a hub motor. It uses a Bafang M600 48V 500W mid-drive unit with a torque sensor, mounted at the bottom bracket so power goes through the chain and the bike's gears rather than directly into the rear wheel. The difference is felt rather than read off a spec sheet: a torque-sensing mid-drive meters assistance to how hard you are actually pedaling, so the bike feels like a stronger version of you instead of a motor pushing from behind. Peak output is 750W, and because the motor drives through the drivetrain it can use the full 9-speed gear range to multiply torque on a steep climb.

That makes this the trail-climbing bike of the lineup. The frame is a custom 6061 aluminum four-link full-suspension design built around 27.5-inch wheels, with an air-controlled front fork and SR SUNTOUR pneumatic suspension handling the rear. Keeping the motor low and central also improves weight distribution compared with a rear-hub layout, which helps on technical ground where balance matters more than raw output. KENDA 27.5 x 2.8-inch tires on double-layer alloy rims give a wide contact patch without the rolling resistance of a 4-inch fat tire.

Components are picked for trail duty. Shifting runs a SHIMANO M2021 9-speed trigger shifter with an M390 rear derailleur and a KMC chain, braking is handled by NUTT hydraulic discs front and rear, and the rider interface is Bafang's own full-color backlit central display, rated IP67 for water resistance. Jiuyu sealed-bearing hubs, TUBRO handlebars and WELLGO pedals round out the build.

Power comes from a removable 48V 13Ah pack that lifts out for charging off the bike. AKEZ's published range figures for this model vary across their own materials, so treat range as an estimate that depends heavily on terrain, assist level and rider weight: a mid-drive used mostly at low assist on rolling ground will go considerably further than one worked hard up long climbs. Rated payload is 200 lb, which is lower than the fat-tire models in this range, so check it against your own loaded weight. The bike arrives about 85 percent pre-assembled.

What's in the Box

• 1 x AKEZ M600 27.5-inch Bafang mid-drive electric bike, approx. 85% pre-assembled
• 1 x 48V 13Ah removable battery
• 1 x charger
• 1 x installation tool kit
• 1 x user manual

⚠️ OFF-ROAD USE ONLY — NOT STREET LEGAL

This vehicle is designed exclusively for recreational off-road riding and is not street legal. It is intended for use on private property, dirt trails, motocross tracks, and designated off-road riding areas only. This product is NOT classified as a transportation vehicle and may not be operated on public roads, highways, sidewalks, bike lanes, or any public-access roadway. This product does not include a VIN, title, or registration and is sold strictly as recreational off-road sporting equipment. Always wear a DOT-approved helmet and appropriate protective gear. Off-road vehicle laws vary by state — riders are responsible for reviewing and complying with all applicable local regulations.