The Results Are In: The Trailblazer Is Still the Highest-Performing Enduro E-Bike
The votes have been counted across the country this week, so we ran a count of our own. The results are in: by unanimous decision, the Trailblazer is still the highest-performing enduro e-bike on the market. No runoff, no recount, no waiting on late ballots. Here is the official tally, and why the race was never close.
The official tally
| Category | Trailblazer result |
|---|---|
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Peak torque Measured on the HPC dyno with the V2 2000W motor |
190 Nm ✓ |
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Peak power at the wheel What actually reaches the dirt, not a motor label |
1.83 kW ✓ |
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Top speed 2000W build, off-road use |
38–40 mph ✓ |
|
Max range Upgraded 20.25Ah USA-made battery pack |
52 mi ✓ |
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Suspension Factory-tuned DVO, kinematics developed with DVO |
160 mm ✓ |
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Chassis Hand-assembled to order in Simi Valley, CA |
Full carbon ✓ |
Torque and power are HPC dyno figures for the V2 2000W motor. Travel is 160mm front with 155mm of rear frame travel. Speed and range vary by build, battery, rider and terrain.
Why the vote was not close
Torque you can feel. When we put the Bafang M560-based V2 motor on the dyno, the Trailblazer made 190Nm of peak torque and 1.83kW of peak power measured at the rear wheel. That second number matters. It is the power left after the drivetrain, which is what pushes you up a loose climb.
A chassis built to use it. The full-carbon frame keeps the bike light enough to pedal like a mountain bike. A base 750W Trailblazer with the standard battery comes in at 51 lbs including the battery system, which is remarkably low for this level of power.
Suspension that was tuned, not borrowed. We worked with DVO Suspension during frame development to refine the kinematics, and both the fork and shock run full custom factory tunes. The result is 160mm of plush front travel and 155mm out back that stays composed when the power comes on.
Control on your terms. Torque-sensing pedal assist gives a natural, bike-like feel. An on-demand thumb throttle takes over power delivery when you want it, and 11-50T gearing gets you up steep pitches even on throttle alone.
Pick your candidate
Trailblazer, from $6,800
The 2026 Trailblazer is the bike that started the landslide: full carbon, 160mm of factory-tuned DVO suspension, and power options up to the 2000W V2 motor. It is the performance enduro for riders who want serious capability without overspending on components.
Trailblazer Pro, from $13,000
The 2026 Trailblazer Pro is the no-compromise mandate. It ships with a factory-tuned DVO Onyx 38SL fork and DVO Topaz PRIME shock, with an option to upgrade to an Öhlins RXF38 m.3 fork and TTX2 air shock. Drivetrain choices include SRAM Transmission XX wireless shifting, a Rohloff 14-speed hub, or the Rohloff E-14 with a Gates Carbon belt drive. See one fully loaded in our Öhlins, Rohloff E14 and 2000W Trailblazer Pro build.
Prefer fat tires? The same V2 motor powers the Trailblazer AT Pro fat e-bike. Browse every model in the Trailblazer collection.
Hand-built in the USA
Every Trailblazer is hand-assembled to order in Simi Valley, California. Your bike is built around your weight, your terrain and the way you ride, with suspension tuned to match. Hi Power Cycles has been building high-performance electric bikes in the USA since 2008, and the Trailblazer is the result of all of it.
Ride responsibly
A 2000W Trailblazer goes far beyond the legal definition of an electric bicycle. High-power builds are for off-road use only: private land, closed courses and approved off-road areas. California law and the rules in many other states do not allow them on public roads, bike paths or trails that limit e-bike class. If you ride where e-bike classes apply, ask us which build fits the rules there. Always wear full protective gear and check the rules where you ride.
Make it official
Ready to cast your vote? Configure your Trailblazer or Trailblazer Pro, or email sales@hpcbikes.com and we will help you spec the right build.
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