Velowave Brawny XM

What the Velowave Brawny XM is built for

The Velowave Brawny XM is an electric mountain bike for trails and off-road riding.

It has a 2 kW motor and a top speed of 37 mph (60 km/h).

It carries a 960 Wh battery and a stated range of up to 75 miles (121 km) on a charge. Real-world range is usually lower than the rated figure: it falls with throttle use, hills, cold weather, rider weight and higher assist levels.

The Velowave Brawny XM carries up to 386 lb (175 kg) including the rider, has full suspension and uses a torque sensor, so the motor responds to how hard you pedal.

In the United States the Velowave Brawny XM sells for $3,499, above the median of $1,299 across 22 electric mountain bikes with a US price, among the premium models. That is $4 per watt-hour of battery.

Where the Velowave Brawny XM may be ridden

In the European Union and the United Kingdom an e-bike counts as a bicycle only within the pedelec limits; as specified, its 2 kW motor is above the 250 W limit, its 37 mph (60 km/h) top speed is above the 25 km/h at which assistance must stop and its throttle moves it without pedalling, which the pedelec rules allow only as start-up help at walking pace. A model above those limits is treated as a moped there, with type approval, registration and insurance, unless the brand sells a version set to the European limits.

Velowave Brawny XM safety certification

The brand's listing for the Velowave Brawny XM does not state a UL 2849 or EN 15194 certification. New York City allows only e-bikes certified to UL 2849 to be sold or rented there, and California requires certified batteries from 2026; ask the seller for the certificate before buying.