The powerful motor and expansive battery will take you anywhere, while the fat tires and dual suspension provide and safe and smooth ride.
I've thoroughly enjoyed my time with the Bezior XF200, and discovered a whole new world of mountain bike trails to conquer. The 1000W motor feels like a sweet spot—powerful enough to drag me up even the steepest of hills. Paired with the enormous battery, the XF200 can last longer than I can.
The grip offered by the fat tires and the dual shock absorbers make for a smooth and safe ride, no matter the surface.
It handles any type of terrain from deep gravel paths to trail riding and of course city use, with ease. This is definitely one to consider if you want a powerful fat tire eBike, and I can guarantee you will enjoy riding this immensely.
Looking for a powerful, comfortable, stylish, and affordable fat tire off-road eBike? The Bezior XF200 ticks all the required boxes—and it's ridiculously good fun. At under $1500 from Gogobest, it's also excellent value for money.
Buy the XF200 at Gogobest, and for a short time, if you use the code BFHQG6 you'll get an extra10% off! You can also save $100 when you purchase in a bundle consisting of the Bezior XF200, spare battery, and pannier rack.
To be clear, I am not a cyclist, so I don't come at eBike reviews from the perspective of a MAMIL (middle-aged man in lycra). In order to tempt me onto a bicycle, it really has to be something special. But, since the XF200 arrived on my doorstep, I seem to be justifying an awful lot of "work trips" to thoroughly test this on various off-road trails that I never knew existed before. It turns out there's a whole world of them out there!
The Bezior XF200 is ideal for both absolute beginners and experienced riders alike, who are perhaps looking for something a bit more fun than your average mountain bike. It has enough raw power that beginners won't find themselves stuck going up a hill, and enough battery that you won't get range anxiety. And if you are a more experienced rider, you can minimize the pedal assist to still get a great workout.
The XF200 is also a great general-purpose bike for city use, but unless you want everyone to stop and chat to you about how amazing your bike looks, it's probably best kept for offroading at the weekends.
There is a little construction required for the XF200, but nothing complex. The hardest part is pulling it out of the box, as it all comes securely cable-tied together in a roughly 30KG package.
Once you've removed the padding and cut the ties, you’ll need to fold up and bolt on the handlebars, as well as fit the front tire. Then there are a few other accessories, like the front light and mudguard. Our package came with a generous full set of tools as well as a pump and even a bike lock. You'll only need one of the hex tools for the initial construction, though.
Before heading out for your first ride, it's important to leave the battery to fully charge overnight (even if you think it's full), and make sure those fat tires are pumped up to 20PSI.
The Bezior XF200 comes in plain black, or red, yellow or blue accents. We opted for the yellow, which has a sublime Bumblebee-style Transformer aesthetic to it. It has a distinctive v-shaped frame that has more in common with motocross bikes than traditional bicycles.
On the topic of included extras, out of the box you dont have a pannier rack, however, you can purchase a matching one for $80. You can also buy a replacement battery for around $420; it's great to know there are spares available.
Power is provided by a generous 15Ah 48V battery—the largest I've come across on an eBike yet. While it is technically removable, you will need to unfold the main body of the bike in order to get at it, so it's not quite as easy as parking up, unlocking the battery, and taking it with you. The lock is situated underneath the main body, and the key is required to activate the power, so don't lose it (though a spare is provided).
That enormous battery feeds into a 1000W single rear hub drive brushless motor, which Bezior claims can provide enough torque to carry you up a 35-degree incline. The battery should also provide a maximum range of 130km (80 miles) with pedal assist, or 50km (30 miles) on just the motor alone. It takes just under five seconds to get up to the full speed of 25km/h on the highest level of pedal assist. If you're riding faster than the maximum speed, the pedal assist doesn't add in any power.
The distinctive "fat tires" are Chao Yang brand, measuring 20 inches diameter (60cm), by 4 inches (10cm) wide, with deep off-road treads. These should provide excellent grip on any challenging surface.
Both the main body and the tire rims are made of lightweight aluminum alloy. That said, the massive battery adds a good chunk of weight, as do those incredible, so overall, I wouldn't call the bike lightweight. It's definitely not comparable to a carbon-fibre street bike that you can practically throw around with one hand. Still, it's easy enough to fold up the XF200 and lift it into the back of your car. I could comfortably fit two into the back of my Outlander.
Bezior claims a maximum load of 200KG (including any luggage) for riders from 165cm to 190cm. For reference im 105kg, and 185cm tall
For an off-road bike, comfort and safety are paramount. You'll be riding over a variety of sand or gravel surfaces, soft soil or hard rocks, and your choice of eBike will need to adjust to suit all surfaces.
In terms of safety, the Bezior XF200 features to two hydraulic s-disc brakes (DYISLAND branded), which I found to be very responsive out of the box. There's a rear brake light to alert others, though this is more useful when cycling on roads.
For ride comfort, there are two dual oil spring suspensions, in the form of an adjustable front fork which you can lock on or off, as well as a rear shock absorber on the frame of the bike. Combined, these give a superb, smooth riding experience, to which my rear end will attest.
To help tackle those hills, there's a standard Shimano Tourney 7-speed gear system, and a basic ride computer for setting Pedal Assist System (PAS) levels. It'll be immediately familiar to anyone who's ridden another eBike, and has only three buttons. There are five levels of assistance offered, which felt like plenty of granularity, plus a level zero.
If I had one complaint, it would be that the accelerator only works when PAS is set to level zero; so you can't easily switch over to cruising on the motor if you've been using PAS. It's not a deal breaker, and if anything it encouraged me to pedal more, so it's probably a good thing.
To really put this through its paces, I found some local mountain bike trails of various difficulties. These are designed to test both the rider and the bike, and with zero experience of actual mountain biking, this felt like it would be a good trial-by-fire type of test. I was either going to thoroughly enjoy myself, or die in the process. I can happily report the former.
The suspension really smoothed out any bumps and rough surfaces, while the massive tires gave incredible grip. I feel like the XF200 would have happily taken the turns faster and tighter, but my lack of experience meant I was quite conservative. Flying through the "whoops" sections felt great. However, it can be quite a heavy, lumbering beast at times, so if you're more used to a traditional, nimble mountain bike, it's likely to be quite a different experience.
Bezior claims it can handle up to a 35-degree incline with ease, and while it did require a low gear and the highest level of PAS, the claim certainly held up. Climbing hills felt like cheating. The first moderate difficulty track I rode should have taken an estimated 15-30 minutes depending on rider experience, and I suspect that heavily emphasized the final climb to slow you down. But the XF200 just didn't care, and I blazed around the entire course in 11 minutes. That's not a boast; I had very little skill input! It was simply the XF200 powering through the hard parts.
I'm quite used to burning through batteries on other eBikes and eScooters I've tested. A quick ride out and about and I'll have already gone through half. It's anxiety-inducing; always unsure if I can push further and still make it home. That's not been my experience at all with the Bezior XF200. The 48V 15Ah battery has provided ample range for a day out, with plenty left to spare. That's using a combination of pure electric, and PAS levels all the way up to maximum.
Bezior official states 130km range using pedal assist, and 50km on pure electric. While I don't think my weight would allow me to get quite to 130km, it wouldn't be far off. I haven't managed to deplete the battery yet, though if you're a seasoned rider, you'll know your own requirements and whether 130km is enough. It's worth bearing in mind that all manufacturers state the range given a best-case scenario, with an "average" 65KG rider on flat ground. As long as they're consistent, comparisons are possible—but won't necessarily apply to your individual circumstances.
The battery in the XF200 feels like a generational shift, then. Perhaps the 1000w motor is making more efficient use of the power, ideally matched with my weight. Either way, range anxiety is not a thing I've experienced with the XF200. I'm confident the battery will last longer than my legs.
I've thoroughly enjoyed my time with the Bezior XF200, and discovered a whole new world of mountain bike trails to conquer. The 1000W motor feels like a sweet spot—powerful enough to drag me up even the steepest of hills. Paired with the enormous battery, the XF200 can last longer than I can.
The grip offered by the fat tires and the dual shock absorbers make for a smooth and safe ride, no matter the surface.
It handles any type of terrain from deep gravel paths to trail riding and of course city use, with ease. This is definitely one to consider if you want a powerful fat tire eBike, and I can guarantee you will enjoy riding this immensely.
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James has a BSc in Artificial Intelligence and is CompTIA A+ and Network+ certified. When he's not busy as Hardware Reviews Editor, he enjoys LEGO, VR, and board games. Before joining MakeUseOf, he was a lighting technician, English teacher, and data center engineer.
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