Name: HOVSCO HovScout
Brand: HOVSCO
Availability: InStock
Rating: 82 (2 reviews)

82/100

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Facts

Gender

Type

Release Year

Brand

Charge Time

5 Hours

Maximum Range

40 Miles

Top Speed

28 mph

Watts

750 W

Torque

90 Nm

Volts and Amp Hours

48V 15Ah

Class

Class 2, Class 3

Drive

Hub-Drive

Wheel Size

26"

Number of Gears

Gearing Type

External Derailleur

Weight

77 lb

Suspension

Full

Brake Type

Disc: Hydraulic

Frame Material

Aluminum

Summary of Reviews

We have read all expert and user reviews on the HOVSCO HovScout. In summary, this is what cyclists think.

8 reasons to buy

Experts praise the HOVSCO HovScout’s comfortable ride.
The 80mm suspension fork has preload adjustment and lockout.
Experts relish the throttle-only power, one overcoming a short 20% ramp and reaching 17mph on a 12% hill.
Reviewers praise the measured power delivery.
Testers compliment the look of the paint job and tidy frame welds.
The hydraulic disc brakes provide good stopping power in testing.
The HovScout has an above-average 450lb payload capacity.
Reviewers say the display is simple and easy to read.

8 reasons not to buy

All reviewers complain about the uncomfortable narrow saddle.
HOVSCO rates the HovScout for 5’3” to 6’2”, but riders at the low end are unlikely to fit.
One tester covers just 14 miles in an off-road range test.
The cheap rear suspension isn’t adjustable, which greatly reduces its performance.
With just 80mm of front travel, the suspension fork isn’t suited to anything but light off-roading.
The supplied rear light is externally powered.
Several users report poor experiences with HOVSCO customer support.
The HovScout’s highest gear (14/42t) is unsuitable for pedaling at speeds over 20mph.

Bottom line

The HOVSCO HovScout is a fat-tire, full-suspension e-bike with a 750W hub motor. Experts praise the stopping power, performance in hill tests using the throttle or pedal assist, and controlled power output from the torque sensor. However, they criticize the uncomfortable saddle, non-adjustable rear suspension, and poor range. Additionally, the drivetrain lacks high gears, and the height range is likely exaggerated. While the HovScout earns decent marks from reviewers, it’s not a great choice for conquering “rough terrain,” like HOVSCO claims, and it’s expensive.