One of the nice things about ebikes is that you can opt for larger tire sizes since you have the benefit of an electric motor to get you moving. That makes things like tire efficiency not really important. Instead, you can opt for additional comfort by going with a larger fat tire, helping smooth the road out and giving you more traction while you’re riding.
My latest fat tire ebike I’ve been using is the Leoguar Fathawk ST Ebike (formerly called the Strider ST). This is a step-through ebike with a lot of interesting features and benefits. And at the outset, I really enjoy this bike. Indeed, it’s probably one of my favorite fat tire ebikes I own.
In this Leoguar Fathawk ST Ebike review (formerly called the Strider ST), we’ll look at the features of the Leoguar Fathawk ST Fat Tire Ebike and discuss what my experience with the bike has been like.
For a full video review of the Leoguar Fathawk ST Ebike (formerly called the Strider ST), check out my video below on my YouTube channel:
Leoguar Fathawk ST Ebike (formerly called the Strider ST) Review
To start, here are the general specs of the Leoguar Fathawk ST Ebike (formerly called the Strider ST):
- Battery: 720wh removable battery.
- Range: Up to 60 miles of range.
- Motor: 750-watt rear hub motor.
- Speed: 5 levels of pedal assist. Top speed of 28mph.
- Tires: 26″x 4″ fat tires.
- Gears: 8-speed Shimano shifter.
- Suspension: Front-fork suspension.
Appearance
Looking at the Leoguar Fathawk ST Ebike (formerly called the Strider ST), you can tell this is a nice-looking bike. I got the bike in the Baby Blue color, but it also comes in Orange or Khaki. I like the Baby Blue color because it’s a different color from most other bikes I see.
The bike is a step-through bike, which makes it easy to get on and off. With ebikes, I prefer step-through designs since I’m typically commuting or doing food deliveries with DoorDash or Uber Eats, and as a result, I want to be able to hop off the bike quickly.
One nice thing about the Leoguar Fathawk ST Ebike (formerly called the Strider ST) is that it has a double tube design (i.e. if you look at the bike, you’ll see one large downtube, then a second smaller downtube. This is in contrast to most step-through bikes which only have a single large downtube.
The nice thing about having this double downtube design is it does two things: (1) it gives you a spot to hold the bike if you need to carry it, and (2) it gives you a way to lock your bike through your frame, especially when using a smaller lock such as a U-Lock. Leoguar had some good thinking when they made the bike like this.
Battery And Range
The Leoguar Fathawk ST Ebike (formerly called the Strider ST) uses a removable 720wh battery. The battery is integrated into the frame, which gives it a sleek look. Removing the battery is easy – it slides into the battery slot underneath the downtube.
An interesting thing about the battery on the Leoguar Fathawk ST Ebike (formerly called the Strider ST) is the patented dual lock design. The way this works is to unlock the battery, you turn the key once to unlock it, then turn it again to have the battery drop out of the frame. The benefit of this design is that it prevents you from accidentally dropping the battery on the ground when you are unlocking it. I will say that it took me a little bit of practice to figure out how the dual lock design works, but once I got the hang of it, it was easy.
In terms of range, the Leoguar Fathawk ST Ebike (formerly called the Strider ST) advertises up to 60 miles of range. Like most ebikes, the advertised range is based on flat ground at the lowest level of pedal assist and minimal throttle use. In a real-world setting, you won’t hit 60 miles, but getting 35-40 miles of range with normal usage shouldn’t be an issue. I’ve spent many hours riding around and doing food deliveries and have never had any issues with the range or battery life.
Speed
One thing to know about the Leoguar Fathawk ST Ebike (formerly called the Strider ST) is that this is a fast bike – with a caveat, that is. Out of the box, the bike has a max speed of 20 mph. The pedal assist level you are on will dictate your max speed, with pedal assist 4 or 5 typically allowing you to get to around 20mph and lower levels of pedal assist topping you out at a lower speed. The throttle will also allow you to hit 20mph without having to pedal.
For many people, 20mph will be fast enough, but if you’re like me, you might want a bit more speed. If you want more speed, you can unlock the Leoguar Fathawk ST Ebike (formerly called the Strider ST), which will then allow you to hit a max speed of 28mph. The Fathawk ST is classified as a Class 2 ebike, so to comply with regulations, Leoguar requires you to sign a document that says you understand what you are doing. Once you sign the waiver, Leoguar will send you a 4-digit PIN that will allow you to unlock the bike. You’ll enter this PIN in the menu options on your Leoguar display.
Unlocking the bike makes a massive difference in how this bike feels. At 20mph, it felt pretty slow to me, but with a max speed of 28mph, the bike feels completely different. If you’re comfortable with it, I do recommend emailing Leoguar so you can unlock the bike. However, if you aren’t comfortable, this isn’t a necessity, but I do think unlocking it makes a big difference in how this bike feels and performs.
Tires
The tires are also worth mentioning because Leoguar, in my opinion, uses better tires than other similarly priced fat-tire ebikes.
Specifically, the Leoguar Fathawk ST Ebike (formerly called the Strider ST) sports 26×4 fat tires from Vee Tire Company. These tires are well-made and provide plenty of tread while riding. The tires are also tough and I think they’ll hold well for the style of riding I do (mainly city riding on bumpy roads).
Leoguar is kind of interesting because some of their other bikes use Schwalbe tires, which are another high-end bike tire brand. One easy way to improve the riding experience on an ebike is to use good quality tires, so the fact that Leoguar opted for good tires is good thinking on their part.
Other Items of Note
Here are a few other items worth noting when it comes to the Leoguar Fathawk ST Ebike (formerly called the Strider ST).
Acceleration Can Feel Abrupt. One thing I noticed when riding the Leoguar Fathawk ST Ebike (formerly called the Strider ST) was that the acceleration felt a little bit abrupt, especially when using the throttle. For an experienced rider like myself, it’s not really an issue and I quickly got used to it. However, if you’re a newer rider, it can make the bike a bit difficult to handle.
The plus side is that the fast acceleration means you can get moving quickly, which can be helpful, especially when you’re in traffic and need to accelerate quickly from a stopped position.
Does Not Include Fenders or a Rear Rack. The Leoguar Fathawk ST Ebike (formerly called the Strider ST) does not include fenders or a rear rack. I’ve found this to be fairly typical with many fat-tire ebikes, so the fact that Leoguar did not include fenders or a rear rack isn’t an issue. That being said, if you want to use this bike as a commuting or delivery bike, it may make sense to add fenders and figure out a way to add some cargo capacity.
For fenders, I use the Portland Design Works Mud Shovel Fat Fenders. They sell a rear fender that attaches to your seat post and a front fender that attaches to the fork. Both fenders work well and this is my go-to setup for any fat tire ebike that doesn’t include fenders.
I don’t have any recommendations for a cargo rack, but the bike itself does have mounting holes for a rear rack, so I believe you should be able to get a rear rack and attach it yourself. Another good option is to use a bike trailer to give yourself additional cargo space. I have a Burley Travoy Trailer that I typically use with my Leoguar and it works out well for me.
No Rear Tail Light. For commuters, this is another thing that you’ll need to address. The Leoguar does not include rear tail lights, which is an issue if you’re riding at night. Adding a taillight, however, is not difficult to do. I’ve enjoyed using these magnetic lights from Thousand. Radpower also sells this removable taillight that I think is pretty good for the price. There are a myriad of other options that you can buy at your local bike shop or on Amazon. My main thing is to get a light that’s easily attached and can be easily removed when needed.
My Experience With The Leoguar Fathawk ST Ebike (formerly called the Strider ST)
So far, my experience with the Leoguar Fathawk ST Ebike (formerly called the Strider ST) has been excellent. As a commuting bike, this bike works out well, especially once you add fenders and some cargo capacity.
As a food delivery bike, the bike is great. The high top speed is particularly good because it means I can complete deliveries quickly. The large tires and front fork suspension also help smooth out bumps, helping me get around comfortably. To carry food while using this bike, I typically carry a bag or use a delivery backpack.
I also like how Leoguar put a lot of thought into the design of this bike. Having a step-through bike with a second downtube, for example, is good thinking, as it makes it easy for me to lift the bike and gives me an easy place to lock the bike when using a U-Lock. For food delivery, this is invaluable since I sometimes need to lock my bike quickly when picking up or dropping off orders.
If I had any criticisms of the bike, it’d probably be the abrupt acceleration. This is something I have gotten used to, but I find I often prefer bikes with slower acceleration since I’m sometimes biking in busy areas and need to be able to throttle along slowly. This isn’t a dealbreaker by any means, but it is something I noticed that makes it different from some of my other bikes.
Final Thoughts
Overall, the Leoguar Fathawk ST Ebike (formerly called the Strider ST) is an excellent ebike, offering a lot of good features at a solid price point. The speed and power of this bike can compete with just about any other fat-tire ebike, especially once it’s unlocked. There are cheaper fat-tire ebikes out there, but I think this is a good option for many people if you can get it under $2,000.
If you are interested in getting this bike, you can get it here.
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