If you have ever tried to ride a regular ebike in fast city traffic, you know the feeling. Cars buzz past at 40 mph while you are stuck at 20, hugging the white line and hoping nobody drifts too close. That is where 40 mph e bikes start to make a lot of sense.
This guide walks through 10 of the best high‑speed electric bikes you can buy right now for 2025 and 2026, plus a bonus pick at the end. Every bike here has been ridden, pushed hard, and judged on real‑world speed, comfort, range, and value. You will see the pros and cons, who each bike fits best, and where they are a good deal or not.
All the bikes are listed from most expensive to best overall value, not from favorite to least. Some of the best buys are actually near the bottom of the list.
Why Go for a 40 MPH E-Bike?
A 40 mph capable bike is not just about going as fast as possible. For many riders, it is about safety and practicality.
On a lot of roads, there is no bike lane and sometimes not even a decent shoulder. If traffic is flowing at 35 to 45 mph and you are limited to 20 mph, you become a slow moving obstacle. That can get sketchy fast.
Key advantages of faster e bikes:
- Safer road riding when you can match the speed of traffic instead of being passed constantly.
- Easier visibility for drivers, since you stay in the flow instead of being a rolling chicane.
- Lower risk of cars clipping you while they blast past at double your speed.
- The pure fun factor, from catching bugs with your face to yelling like a kid when you twist the throttle.
Of course, great power comes great responsibility. Every bike here ships in a legal low‑power mode. It is up to the rider to unlock extra speed only where it is safe and allowed, and to ride with some common sense.
If you want more background on riding fast safely, guides like these electric bike safety tips for high speeds and 9 e‑bike safety tips are well worth a read.
With that said, let us look at the bikes.
Top 10 Fastest E-Bikes Ranked
These 10 e bikes are all capable of roughly 40 mph or more in their unlocked modes. They cover a mix of moped style, BMX style, mini‑moto, and full dirt‑bike style builds, so there is something for almost every type of rider.
1. Lyric Graffiti X: Premium Moped-Style Beast
Overview
The Lyric Graffiti X is a 60V monster with a true motorcycle style frame. Most riders would call it a moped‑style ebike, but it is built much closer to a light electric motorcycle.
You get a long, thick bench seat that comfortably fits two riders, rear pegs for a passenger, and a frame that is heavily overbuilt to survive potholes at 40 to 50 mph.
Power and Speed
The Graffiti X uses a 3000W nominal direct drive motor that peaks at about 7200W. It is ultra quiet and delivers smooth, linear power. At around 190 lb, the bike has been pushed just past 50 mph, which is serious speed for something with pedals.
It has a hidden handlebar button that flips between legal ebike mode and off‑road mode.
- Ebike mode: Locked at roughly 500 to 750W and 20 to 28 mph, depending on local rules.
- Off‑road mode: Full power unlocked for max acceleration and top speed.
Battery and Range
A 60V 40Ah battery powers the Graffiti X. In real‑world use:
- About 60 to 70 miles in ebike mode.
- About 35 to 40 miles unleashed in off‑road mode.
Ride Features
This bike runs 20 inch by 4 inch dual sport motorcycle tires, not bicycle tires. They are stiff, grippy, and designed for speeds up to 40 or 50 mph, with a lot of rubber between you and the road.
Suspension is a big highlight:
- 160 mm inverted front fork.
- 90 mm rear travel with dual hydraulic shocks.
- Fully adjustable preload, compression, and rebound.
Braking comes from strong 4‑piston hydraulic disc brakes and the bike also has regen braking. Light lever pressure triggers the motor to slow the bike and feed energy back into the battery.
Drivetrain and Extras
Instead of a chain, the Lyric uses a carbon belt drive. It is silent, waterproof, rustproof, and does not need lube. At 40 mph, there is no chain noise at all.
Extras include:
- 600 lumen LED headlight with DRL, low beam, high beam.
- Integrated turn signals front and rear.
- Bluetooth controller so you can update firmware from your phone.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Extremely comfortable full suspension setup.
- Very quiet direct drive motor and belt drive.
- Real 40 to 50 mph capability with motorcycle grade components.
- Future‑proof electronics with Bluetooth updates.
Cons
- High price, around $4,100, the most expensive bike on this list.
- Heavy at about 125 lb with the battery, tough to carry upstairs or lift into a car.
Available in Painted Black, Green River, and Otus Blue, and currently in stock.
2. Aniioki A8 Pro Max: Dual Motor Range King
Overview
The Aniioki A8 Pro Max Dual 60V is all about range and power. Its frame has a unique shape to fit a giant battery pack inside, and that big block of capacity is the heart of the bike.
The star of the show is the dual direct drive hub motors that peak at 5000W each. They are smooth, quiet, and pull hard.
Power and Speed
Each wheel has its own motor, fed by dual 35A controllers. With the 60V system, the bike reaches mid 40 mph speeds with ease.
You can order it with either:
- 70Ah battery
- 80Ah battery (about $300 more, for 10 to 20 extra miles)
Battery and Range
Aniioki is known for long‑range setups. Real‑world rule of thumb is roughly 1 to 1.5 miles per amp hour on throttle only at decent speed.
That means:
- 80Ah battery gives about 80 to 90 miles throttle only at full speed.
- With lower power and some pedaling, you could reach 150 to 200 miles.
It ships with an 8A fast charger, so that huge 80Ah pack fully charges in about 10 hours. With a regular 2 or 3A charger, it would take multiple days.
Ride Features
The A8 Pro Max runs 20 by 4 inch fat dual sport tires that stay smooth and quiet on pavement but still dig in on sand and gravel. The wheels use motorcycle spokes for strength and the frame is rated for a 500 lb payload, far above most e bikes.
Suspension:
- Front air fork with lockout, tunable with a shock pump.
- Dual adjustable coil shocks in the rear.
Brakes are wild on this bike:
- Dual 300 mm rotors with custom 4‑piston calipers up front.
- 300 mm rotor with a caliper that looks 6‑piston but actually has dual pistons in back. Still very strong.
Drivetrain and Extras
You get a basic 7‑speed Shimano drivetrain with a large 52T chainring. The complete bike weighs about 168 lb with the big battery.
The display is a large color touchscreen that pairs with your phone by Bluetooth so you can:
- Use the Aniioki app.
- Control music.
- Charge your phone via USB.
- Record rides with a built‑in front facing camera that acts like a dash cam.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Massive battery capacity and range.
- Comfortable ride with real full suspension.
- Quiet, powerful dual motor setup.
Cons
- Very heavy and large.
- Looks are polarizing, you either love or hate the frame style.
Available in matte black, matte gray, and army green. The 70Ah version is around $3,399 and the 80Ah around $3,699, in stock with discount codes from the creator.
3. Goat Power Bikes Mini Goat: Low Standover Speedster
Overview
The Goat Power Bikes Mini Goat is built for riders who want serious speed but struggle with tall frames. It has a standover that is about 4 inches lower than typical moped style bikes, so shorter riders can put both feet flat at a stop.
The frame has an industrial, almost garage‑built look, but the welds and structure are high quality and very solid.
Power and Speed
The Mini Goat uses a 72V hub motor rated at 5300W peak. It is a direct drive setup, so it runs almost silent with no gear whine.
Goat Power claims 55 to 60 mph with a lighter rider and 30Ah battery. At roughly 190 lb, the bike still clears 50 mph thanks to a 60A controller and a claimed 175 Nm of torque.
Battery and Range
In‑frame battery options:
- 72V 30Ah, about 30 miles throttle only.
- 72V 40Ah, about 40 miles throttle only.
- 72V 50Ah, about 50 miles throttle only.
You can also add a second 20Ah battery on top of the frame for up to 70Ah total on a 72V system. That is a serious amount of energy for a compact bike.
Ride Features
The Mini Goat rolls on 16 inch Innova motocross tires, 4 inch wide in the rear and 3.5 inch in the front. They are stiff, thick, and very grippy on pavement yet still workable on gravel.
The wheels are one piece aluminum mags, so there are no spokes to loosen or break.
Suspension:
- Trauma inverted motorcycle front fork.
- Fast Ace rear coil shock with a 350 lb spring, with plenty of adjustments.
Braking is handled by 4‑piston hydraulic brakes with 203 mm rotors.
Drivetrain and Extras
The drivetrain is a simple single speed sprocket with a chain tensioner and short crank arms. On a bike like this, the pedals are basically there to keep it legal.
Extras:
- Large LED headlight.
- Turn signals and rear brake light.
- Huge choice of accessories from Goat Power, like racks, seats, and extra batteries.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Low standover that fits shorter riders without sacrificing speed.
- Very smooth, quiet, and fast ride.
- Tons of battery and accessory options.
- Strong price to performance ratio.
Cons
- No real standout flaw mentioned, other than pedals being mostly cosmetic.
You can order it in all black, or black with gold forks. Price ranges from about $2,900 to $3,600 depending on battery size. Goat Power Bikes is US based and known for strong customer support, and there is a discount code (TOPTOBOTTOMMTB) in the video description.
4. Wired Scout & Warrior: Reliable Dual-Battery Performers
Overview
The Wired Scout and Warrior are classic high‑performance wired bikes with a new 72V system. The Scout is a step‑through frame, the Warrior is a step‑over. The only real difference is that top tube.
Wired is known for bikes that feel like full suspension 26 inch BMX builds with a lot of power. The new frame is hydroformed, hides the main battery inside, and includes a rear rack that can hold cargo or a second battery.
Power and Speed
Both bikes run a Hentac hub motor with steel reinforced gears that is designed for durability. The 72V system puts out over 5,000W peak and about 180 Nm of torque, enough to push well past 40 mph and even close to 50 mph.
Battery and Range
The 72V system uses:
- 20Ah battery in the downtube.
- 15Ah battery on the rear rack.
You can ride with just the main in‑frame pack or both. With about 35Ah total, you can expect:
- Roughly 35 to 40 miles throttle only at high speed.
- Close to double that if you lower assist and pedal.
Ride Features
Both bikes use 26 inch tires from Anova that are speed rated for this kind of power. Brakes are 4‑piston Gemma hydraulic calipers on 203 mm rotors.
Suspension:
- DNM rear air shock adjustable with a pump, suitable for a wide range of rider weights.
- Beefy RST front fork with 75 mm travel and a through axle for stiffness.
Drivetrain and Extras
You get a 7‑speed Shimano drivetrain with an 11 to 34T freewheel and a big 56T dual sided chainring. That large ring means you can actually pedal at higher speeds without ghost pedaling.
Other details:
- Integrated front and rear lights.
- Configurable class modes, from Class 1 to Class 3, or fully unrestricted for off‑road.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Proven Hentac motor built for long life.
- Strong support and service reputation from Wired and owner Steven.
- Configurable ride modes and solid pedal feel.
Cons
- A physically large bike, better suited to taller riders who like an upright position.
- Motor is relatively loud because of the steel gears.
Available in Wicked Red, White, Graphite, Blue, and Camo. Price is about $2,799, with freight shipping that tends to protect the bike better than standard parcel carriers.
5. Ghostcat F4X: Lightweight Dirt Bike Vibes
Overview
The Ghostcat F4X is one of the closest things to an electric dirt bike while still having pedals. It uses thin tubing that keeps weight down and a standout suspension setup that eats bumps.
Power and Speed
The F4X uses the same 60V Hentac motor as the Wired bikes, with metal reinforced gears. It peaks at about 3,300W and delivers over 160 Nm of torque.
Top speed is around 40 mph. At about 195 lb, the tester did not quite reach that, but lighter riders should.
The updated 55A controller has a "beast mode" setting that can lift the front wheel and wheelie in high power levels.
Battery and Range
A 60V 25Ah battery feeds the system:
- About 25 to 30 miles of throttle only range.
- You can stretch that with pedaling and lower assist.
Ride Features
The F4X uses 20 by 4 inch Maxxis off‑road tires with chunky tread that wraps down the sidewalls. They are excellent on dirt and surprisingly solid on pavement.
Suspension is a major highlight:
- Premium KK front fork with 120 mm travel.
- Adjustable rear coil shock with plenty of squish and control.
Brakes are 4‑piston hydraulic calipers on 203 mm rotors.
Drivetrain and Extras
The drivetrain is a simple single gear plus chain tensioner with small crank arms. Pedals give you a legal bike, but in practice, they mainly act as footrests.
Ghostcat offers a long list of accessories:
- Custom seats.
- Decal kits.
- Different fenders and bars.
You can tune both the look and feel of the bike.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- One of the most fun bikes to ride this year, on and off‑road.
- Super plush suspension with tons of traction.
- Light and playful for a 40 mph machine.
Cons
- Noisy motor because of the Hentac gear design.
Available in Blackout, Army Green, White, Dark Purple, Neon Green, and Red. On sale for about $2,799 with a discount code.
6. Goat Power Bikes Motor Goat V3: Popular Moped Option
Overview
The Goat Power Bikes Motor Goat V3 is one of the most popular moped style e bikes on the market. It looks like a small electric motorcycle, with a long cushy seat, quiet motor, and soft suspension.
Power and Speed
The Motor Goat V3 uses a custom 2000W rated brushless gearless direct drive motor. It peaks over 3,000W and can generate about 170 Nm of torque.
With a 50A controller, a rider around 190 lb can reach mid 40 mph speeds, and lighter riders may push closer to 50 mph.
Battery and Range
The base bike includes:
- 60V 25Ah battery built with high quality Samsung cells.
Real‑world range:
- About 25 to 30 miles on throttle only at speed.
- Roughly double that with pedaling and lower power.
You can add:
- A second 20Ah battery.
- Or upgrade to a 50Ah frame battery, for a total of 75Ah.
Ride Features
The bike uses alloy mag wheels with no spokes, which stay true for the life of the bike. Tires are Anova units, 20 inch in diameter, with a 4.5 inch rear and 4 inch front width.
Suspension:
- Trauma front fork.
- Fast Ace rear shock, both adjustable for comfort.
Brakes are 4‑piston hydraulic units with 203 mm rotors.
Drivetrain and Extras
The Motor Goat ships with a full Shimano 7‑speed drivetrain but Goat Power also offers a pegs‑only version with no pedals or cranks.
Other features:
- Bluetooth for software updates.
- Complete lighting suite, including headlight, brake light, and turn signals.
- Large catalog of racks, seats, and bags.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Very popular design with clean moped styling.
- Quiet direct drive motor.
- Lots of battery and accessory choices.
Cons
- No major flaws highlighted in testing.
Available in all black or a gradient version with gold forks and a tan seat. Retail is about $2,749, with a 5% discount code from Goat Power and the creator.
7. Eahora Romeo Ultra: Big Range Cruiser
Overview
The Eahora Romeo Ultra looks like a battery roll cage on wheels. The frame wraps around a massive pack, with front and rear suspension and a long bench seat.
Power and Speed
It runs a 3000W geared hub motor that peaks around 3,800W, producing about 120 Nm of torque. Top speed ranges from about 37 to 42 mph, depending on rider weight and conditions.
Battery and Range
The headline number here is the 60V 70Ah battery. Using the same real‑world rule of thumb, you are looking at:
- About 70 to 80 miles of throttle only range at speed.
- Much more if you use pedal assist and lower the power mode.
Ride Features
The Romeo Ultra rolls on 26 by 4 inch fat tires. Both front and rear suspension are adjustable to help dial in the ride.
Braking is strong, with hydraulic calipers biting on large 240 mm rotors.
Drivetrain and Extras
You get a standard 7‑speed Shimano drivetrain and a full set of integrated lights.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Huge range and a very large battery for its price.
- Big, comfortable platform for larger riders.
Cons
- Tall standover height that can be tough for shorter riders.
The Romeo Ultra sells for around $2,799 on sale, and there is a discount code (Eahoracave) shared in the video description.
8. Magician Alpha: Smooth Value Champ
Overview
The Magician Alpha is one of the best value 72V bikes on this list. You can get it in either a step‑through or step‑over frame and the frame quality is impressive, with welds that look like they were done by a robot.
What sets this bike apart is the full Bafang electronic ecosystem. Motor, battery, controller, harness, display, and controls all come from Bafang and are designed to work together.
Power and Speed
The new 72V Bafang motor uses composite gears that are quieter than steel and claimed to be stronger and more heat resistant. It peaks at about 5,000W and over 200 Nm of torque in climbing mode.
The bike has been pushed past 50 mph with a typical adult rider and it stays almost completely silent while doing it.
Battery and Range
You get two batteries:
- 72V 20Ah integrated into the frame.
- 72V 10Ah in the rear rack.
Together, that is 30Ah of 72V power fed by a 58A controller.
Ride Features
The Alpha rolls on 26 by 4 inch custom tires built for high speeds. It has through axles front and rear for better stiffness and safety.
Suspension:
- 38 mm stanchion front fork with a smooth hydraulic damper.
- DNM rear air shock with compression, rebound, and air pressure adjustments.
Brakes are Star Union quad piston hydraulic calipers with 203 mm rotors.
Drivetrain and Extras
The drivetrain is a Shimano system with a 7‑speed derailleur and an 11 to 34T cassette. Up front is a big 56T chainring, so you can still pedal properly at higher speeds without spinning out.
The Bafang app lets you:
- Tune each riding mode (top speed, start strength, power levels).
- Update firmware over the air.
- Track rides with GPS.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Very refined frame and suspension feel for the price.
- Silent, powerful Bafang system.
- Tons of value at around $2,399 with an extra $100 discount code.
Cons
- No built in turn signals.
- Magician is a newer brand, so long‑term support history is limited, though early support has been solid.
You can choose step‑through or step‑over frames and five colors: gloss lime green, matte gray, electric blue, gloss red, and gloss white. Some colors ship now, others are incoming.
9. Happyrun G300 Pro: Silent Dirt Bike Lookalike
Overview
The Happyrun G300 Pro is essentially a Sur‑Ron style chassis with pedals. It uses a full motocross frame, single rear swingarm, long travel suspension, and big dirt tires, yet remains legal because it has a pedal system.
Power and Speed
This bike uses a 72V 6,500W direct drive motor. It is powerful, fast, and very quiet.
Top speed is around 50 mph and the power delivery is smooth rather than jerky.
Battery and Range
A 72V 30Ah battery gives:
- About 30 to 40 miles of throttle only range.
- More if you actually pedal, even though pedaling this bike looks a bit silly.
Ride Features
Wheels are 19 inch in the front and 17 inch in the rear, fitted with aggressive dirt bike tires. They are surprisingly smooth and quiet on pavement, which is not always the case with motocross rubber.
Suspension:
- 120 mm inverted front fork with full adjustment.
- Huge rear coil shock with preload, compression, and rebound tuning.
Brakes use 4‑piston calipers with a 203 mm rotor in the rear and a 180 mm rotor up front. Upgrading the front rotor to a larger size would be easy if you want more bite.
Drivetrain and Extras
There is no multi‑speed drivetrain, just a simple single speed chain from rear cog to front ring. There is no clanking or chain slap and the setup runs quietly.
Extras:
- Full fenders to keep mud off.
- 2,000 lumen headlight and rear tail light.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Feels like a dirt bike but silent and legal.
- Very smooth suspension at 50 mph.
- Strong value for the hardware.
Cons
- No turn signals or mirrors out of the box if you want full street legality.
- Direct drive motor does not have brutal off‑the‑line torque for easy wheelies.
Available in orange, blue, black, and camo, with a big discount from about $3,499 down to roughly $2,299, plus an extra code.
10. Tuttio ICT: Budget Fun Machine
Overview
The Tuttio ICT is a long travel, dirt‑bike‑style ebike that keeps pedals and ships fully legal. It is one of the best bang‑for‑the‑buck high speed bikes right now.
Power and Speed
The ICT uses a 60V, 4,000W brushless hub motor that produces about 170 Nm of torque. Advertised top speed is up to 49 mph, but with a rider around 190 lb, it was closer to 40 mph.
Battery and Range
The bike comes with a 60V 25Ah battery and a 3A charger. The brand claims 75 to 100 miles of range, but realistic numbers are:
- About 30 miles on throttle only.
- Maybe double that with a light rider, lots of pedaling, and flat roads.
Ride Features
The ICT uses 20 by 4 inch dual sport fat tires that feel good on both street and dirt.
Suspension is very cushy out of the box:
- Long travel front fork.
- Rear shock with enough basic adjustment to dial in the ride without fuss.
Brakes are 4‑piston hydraulic units with 203 mm rotors.
Drivetrain and Extras
There is a full 7‑speed Shimano drivetrain, but the seat is not adjustable and pedaling is not great at higher speed. A single speed setup would probably make more sense for most riders.
Extras include:
- Full fenders.
- Front headlight and rear tail light.
- Integrated horn.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Tons of power, torque, and suspension for about $1,599.
- Great value for riders who want to have fun without spending big money.
Cons
- Fixed seat height and awkward pedaling position.
- Full multi‑gear drivetrain is unnecessary complexity.
- No turn signals or mirrors from the factory.
At the time of recording, the bike was sold out, but more stock is expected and preorders open around November.
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Bonus Bike Teaser and Final Thoughts
There is one more bike that did not fit into the main 10 but deserves a mention. If you want to see what was described as the funnest ride of the year, check out the Ariel Rider X‑Class 60V, which the creator covers in detail via the link to the Ariel Rider X‑Class 60V page and in its own video review. Discount codes are available there as well.
Looking across these 10 bikes, you can see how wide the 40 mph category has become. There are moped style e bikes like the Lyric and Motor Goat, fat tire cruisers like the Romeo Ultra, compact mini bikes like the Mini Goat, BMX style builds like the Wired and Magician, and full motocross style machines like the Happyrun G300 Pro and Tuttio ICT.
Congrats on making it to the end. The next step is to match the bike to your roads, your height, and your budget. Think about whether you need massive range, silent motors, low standover, dirt performance, or just pure value. Then, if you already own one of these, share your long‑term experience in the comments on the original video so other riders can benefit from real ownership stories.
Fast e bikes can be an amazing way to replace car trips, explore further, and feel like a kid again, as long as you ride with respect for everyone else on the road.
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