My latest video, titled “72 Volt Escape Ranger First Impressions,” offers an initial look at a new high-speed ebike with 20×4 fat tires.
Key Product Details and Purchase Rationale
The subject of the video is the 72-volt Escape Ranger. The ebike is available for sale today (pre-order) for about $2,800 or so, and viewers can use code Chris100 to save $100. The company that sells them is based out of Tennessee and brings the bikes over in small batches.
I bought the Escape Ranger primarily because I wanted something quicker than my previous fast ebike, which maxed out around 34 to 35 mph. I specifically wanted to be able to go at least 40 mph with traffic. To achieve this speed, I needed to move up to a 72-volt system, which this ebike utilizes.
Another key factor in the purchase was the need for a smaller footprint. I wanted a good, fast 20×4 fat tire ebike to use as my main speed bike and store in their garage, which has limited space.
Technical Specifications and Quality
The Escape Ranger is a 3000-watt ebike that can potentially be tuned to speeds of up to 60 mph. It runs on a 72-volt system and is a relatively heavy bike, weighing 135 lbs.
Unique design elements include the battery configuration: the bike holds two batteries (15 amp hour and 20 amp hour) located right in the middle of the ebike. This central placement provides a low center of gravity, which should help with cornering and overall stability on the road.
The bike features a complete Bafang system, meaning the motor, controller, and display are all from Bafang. Bafang is well known for its motors and long history in the business. The bike also comes equipped with Tektro brakes and has a cadence or torque sensor. The speaker noted the overall quality, fit, and finish are top-notch for a bike in this price range ($2,800).
Customization and Performance Tuning
The ebike boasts a ton of torque, estimated to be close to 200 Newton meters (around 190 Nm). Because of this immense power, the speaker emphasizes the need to “tame” the bike.
The rider can tune the bike by specifying percentages for each of the pedal-assist (PS) levels for the following settings: pedal speed limit, pedal current limit, throttle speed limit, and throttle current limit. The speaker has tuned the settings down (e.g., PS1 throttle speed and current limit set to 35%) to make the ebike more manageable, noting that hitting the throttle unprepared on a fast ebike like this can cause a rider to fall back on the seat.
The ebike can be paired with the Bafang Go app to access some settings, including temperature and turn directions.
Legality and Initial Riding Impressions
In Connecticut, where I live, this 3000-watt ebike is legal and falls under the classification of a ‘motor-driven cycle‘. To operate it, the rider only needs a driver’s license. If the bike were over 3,700 watts (5 horsepower), it would be classified as a motorcycle requiring registration and insurance.
During the initial test ride, the bike felt super smooth and was much quieter than the Hentac motor the speaker had on a previous ebike. The high stability and weight underneath the rider made the experience feel more like riding a motorcycle than a regular ebike.
Testing out the speed levels, I hit 40 mph in Sport Plus mode. The maximum mode, “Boost,” was described as “danger mode” because the front wheel moved slightly.
Full review coming soon!
The way the Escape Ranger centralizes its power—the two large batteries—gives it a stability often missing in dual-battery systems. It’s almost like balancing a high-speed top with a weighted core; the concentrated mass ensures stability even when the torque sends the speed soaring.