The Velotric GoMad is a cargo e-bike with a 1999 USD price. That price is 33% above the median for its type, which is 1499 USD. It also has a 226.8 kg maximum payload. That payload is the number that most distinguishes it from its class.
You get a 750 W rated motor with 1300 W peak and 85 Nm of torque. The battery is 801.6 Wh, level with the median for cargo e-bikes. The bike weighs 34.9 kg, 3% below the median. It suits you if you need to carry heavy loads and want a throttle.
What the numbers say
| Spec | This bike | Median for its type |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 801.6 Wh | 801.6 Wh |
| Weight | 34.9 kg | 35.8 kg |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Estimated range | 52 km | 52 km |
| Price | 1999 USD | 1499 USD |
What people ask about the GoMad
How much does the Velotric GoMad weigh?
The GoMad weighs 34.9 kg. That is 3% below the median cargo e-bike, which weighs 35.8 kg. It is not a lightweight bike, so plan for careful handling when loaded.
How much torque does it have?
The motor delivers 85 Nm of torque. That is 6% above the median of 80 Nm for cargo e-bikes. The rated power is 750 W and peak power is 1300 W. The motor type is not published.
What speed class is it?
The speed class is not published. The top speed is also not listed. The bike has a throttle, so check local rules before you buy.
How far does it really go?
Velotric claims 121 km of range. The MathBikes estimate is 52 km, with a band of 46 to 58 km. That estimate is 57% below the claim. The estimate uses one reference ride for every bike: Tour assist, rolling terrain, mild weather, brisk pace and an 80 kg rider. It is not a measurement. You can try the range calculator to see how other inputs change the figure.
What does it cost to run?
The battery holds 801.6 Wh, or 16.7 Ah at 48 V. Running costs depend on your electricity price, which is not given here. Use the cost calculator to work out a figure for your situation. The warranty is not published, so ask the seller.
Where it falls short
The biggest shortfall is price. At 1999 USD, the GoMad is 33% above the median cargo e-bike price of 1499 USD. For that premium you get a 226.8 kg payload and a throttle. But the battery, estimated range and torque are only level with or slightly above the class. The estimated range is 52 km, exactly the median. The claimed 121 km is 57% higher than the estimate, so treat the claim with caution.
Who should buy it
Buy the GoMad if you need to carry very heavy loads and want a throttle. The 226.8 kg payload is the standout figure. The bike is also slightly lighter than the median cargo e-bike, at 34.9 kg against 35.8 kg. But you will pay for that capability.
- You regularly carry loads near 226.8 kg and need a sturdy cargo frame.
- You want a throttle for help starting off when fully loaded.
- You prefer a bike that is 3% lighter than the median cargo e-bike.
Look elsewhere if your main concern is range or value. The estimated range is 52 km, level with the class median, and the price is 33% above it. If you do not need the full payload, a cheaper cargo bike will save you money. Also check the speed class and warranty, which are not published.
