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There are all kinds of reasons people bike and different places or environments people bike in. The good news these days is that there are all kinds of electric bikes (e-bikes) to help people bike in those different places for those different purposes. If you’re looking for an e-bike that is powerful, has long range, and is great for all-terrain riding, we do have another option you can add to your list.
The Burchda* Y3 AWD is an excellent choice for riders looking for a powerful, long-range, all-terrain electric bike. Here are some key features and specs to back that up:
- Has a 5000W peak dual-motor AWD system.
- Includes a 52V 30Ah removable battery with up to 100 miles of range.
- Includes full suspension and hydraulic disc brakes.
- Has 26″ × 4.0″ fat tires that are great for riding on trails, on sand, in snow, and along rough terrain.
Overall, this is quite high performance for an e-bike, and it comes at a competitive price. The cost is just $1,199 at the moment.
With these capabilities and specs coming at an affordable price, Burchda is making powerful off-road riding accessible to more people.
“The Burchda Y3 AWD doesn’t ask permission — it takes the trail. A savage 5000W peak dual-motor AWD system, a 40 MPH top speed, and true full suspension make this the all-terrain fat tire electric bike for riders who refuse to slow down. Hunt deeper, ride farther, climb steeper — in comfort, all day,” the company writes on the product webpage. “Front and rear motors (1500W rated each) drive both wheels to a 5000W peak with a massive 210 Nm of combined torque (105 Nm front and rear) — hooking up on sand, snow, and mud, hitting 40 MPH, and powering up 35° climbs where single-motor bikes stall.”
Frankly, this is a lot of power and a lot of off-road capability. For almost any purpose you would be biking off the beaten track, the Y3 can take you there and help you in doing what you want to do for hours on end. Whatever hits or happens weather wise, the e-bike can help you get out and back home or to camp as well.
With 100 miles of pedal-assist range, that’s a ton of biking. Note that the average American drives about 31–37 miles a day. So, heck, the bike could cover more than two days worth of driving before needing to recharge. You can also pop the battery out of this bike in order to easily take it inside to charge.
“A front single-shoulder fork plus rear multi-link spring suspension and huge 26″ × 4.0″ fat tires swallow ruts, roots, and washboard, so long rides stay smooth, planted, and confident,” Burchda adds. As someone who now has an e-bike with fat-ish tires and whose wife has an e-bike with quite fat tires, I can say that we have fallen in love with the smooth ride these provide and how easy it is to ride over big bumps and grooves without feeling it in the bum or having the bike slide around. We have no desire to change back to thin road-bike tires.
Adding on to the ruggedness and durability of the e-bike, the Y3 can support up to 400 lb, and you can add on rear racks, panniers, or supplies for long-distance adventures without worrying about being bogged down or damaging the bike.
In addition, the bike comes with a huge 800-lumen LED headlight and big, handy mirrors on the handlebars.
The Burchda Y3 currently comes with a two-year warranty and free shipping in the United States.
Overall, it looks like a great bike with impressive performance and capability for the price it’s being offered at. With its powerful AWD system, long-range battery, and off-road-focused design, the Y3 AWD would certainly be on my list of top choices for rugged adventures and long-distance e-bike riding.
* Note that this article was supported by Burchda.
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