The Tesway X5 AWD is a long range, all wheel drive electric bike built around one very large battery and two hub motors. On paper, Tesway lists it with 3600W peak motor rating, a 52V system, and up to 200 miles of range. That range claim sounds very optimistic, so the real test is not just reading the specs. The better question is how the bike feels on the road, on hills, on sand, and after a real ride.
After riding it, the X5 AWD feels more like a high speed long range cruiser than a low speed torque monster. It has strong cruising power, a comfortable step through frame, large brakes, and a huge battery. It is also very heavy, and the power delivery is smoother than the 3600W number might make some riders expect.
Huge 52V 60Ah Battery
The center of this bike is the battery. The X5 AWD uses a 52V 60Ah battery pack with about 3,120Wh of energy. When placed next to a normal ebike battery, this pack looks more than four times larger. The battery alone weighs about 30.6 lb.
It gives the X5 AWD its long range potential and helps support higher speed riding for a longer time. But it also adds a lot of weight. The bike weighs about 90 lb without the battery, and around 120 lb with the battery installed.
This is not a bike most people will want to lift often. It makes more sense for someone who can roll it out of a garage, ride from home, or use it as a daily long range cruiser. The good part is that the battery sits low and in the center of the frame. That weight placement helps the bike feel more balanced once it starts moving.
Frame, Fit, and Riding Position
The low, wide step through frame makes the X5 AWD easy to mount. Even for a taller rider around 6'5", getting on the bike feels simple. With the seat raised to its highest position, the riding position is still fairly upright. The reach is a little short, but comfortable enough for cruising.
The handlebars are not height adjustable. For a taller rider, the bike would feel even better if the bars were about one inch higher. It is not uncomfortable, but that small extra height would make the fit more natural.
The seat can also drop low, giving shorter riders an easier upright position. This makes the bike more flexible for different rider heights. The wide seat, low frame, and 20 inch wheels all help the bike feel easy to sit on despite its weight.
Controls, Display, and Unlocking
The X5 AWD uses an NFC smart chip to unlock the display. Once the key is turned on, the rider presses the power button, taps the NFC chip, and the color display unlocks.
The display shows five pedal assist levels and different motor modes. Pressing the I button lets the rider toggle between rear motor and dual motor. The system seems to send more power to the rear than the front, which helps keep the front wheel from spinning too easily.
One detail that stands out is what the display does not show. It does not show battery voltage, and it does not show real time wattage. For a bike with such a large battery and dual motors, it would be useful to see more exact power and battery data. The battery bar alone does not give enough detail.
The bike also has a headlight button. When the headlight turns on, the rear light turns on too. Pulling the brake lever makes the rear light brighter. There are no front or rear turn signals, but the horn is loud.
Dual Motor Test on a 20 Percent Grade
For the hill test, the bike was set to dual motor by pressing the I button, with pedal assist level 5 selected. The rider weighed around 200 lb. The goal was to get full torque from both motors and test the bike on a 20 percent grade.
From a stop, the X5 AWD did not feel like it was giving full power right away. The power came in smoothly instead of hitting hard off the line. With a little rollout before the climb, the bike pulled up the grade better. It ramps into the power, then starts to climb.
Then came an important detail: the bike needed to be unlocked. Out of the box, it was running in a lower speed mode. Holding the I button switched the bike from the lower 16 max setting to the higher 64 max setting. After unlocking it, there was a little more juice available. Even unlocked, the bike still needed some pedaling help on the 20 percent grade.
Acceleration and High Speed Cruising
For the acceleration run, the bike was again in dual motor mode, pedal assist 5, with a 200 lb rider. Off the line, the start was easy and controlled. It reached 10 mph and 20 mph without drama, then once unlocked, it could push beyond 20 and get into the 30 mph range quickly.
This is where the bike starts to make more sense. It does not feel like 3600W from a stop, but once it is running around 25 mph, the power feels fun and useful. The X5 AWD feels strongest in the mid 20s to low 30s.
With a headwind, the onboard display showed about 37 mph, while GPS showed around 34 mph. With a little tailwind, the display showed about 40 mph while GPS showed 38 mph. In a more aerodynamic position, GPS reached about 40 mph while the display showed around 42 mph.
So yes, this is a fast bike. There is a small difference between the display speed and GPS speed, but the X5 AWD can clearly cruise at high speed.
Cadence Sensor and Pedaling Feel
The X5 AWD uses a cadence sensor. That means the bike does not measure how hard the rider presses on the pedals. It only notices that the pedals are turning, then gives power based on the assist level.
In pedal assist 5, just turning the pedals can bring in strong motor support. The rider does not need to apply much pressure to the chain. This makes the bike easy to ride, but it also feels less natural than a torque sensor system.
When the bike is unlocked, pedal assist 1 can take the bike to about 11 mph. When it is locked back down, assist level 1 tops out around 8 mph, level 2 around 10 mph, level 4 around 14 mph, and level 5 reaches the top speed allowed in that mode. This gives the rider a calmer setup when needed.
The throttle is also tied to the pedal assist level. In pedal assist 1, the throttle holds a lower speed. In pedal assist 2, it moves to the next speed tier. In this way, the throttle almost feels like cruise control based on the selected assist level.
The bike has seven gears, but during most of the ride, gear 7 was enough. Around 30 mph, that is about as fast as the gearing feels comfortable for pedaling. It is still possible to keep up in the mid 30s, but this bike is clearly more throttle and motor focused than pedal focused.
Brakes and Safety Feel
The brakes are one of the best parts of the X5 AWD. It uses four piston hydraulic brakes with large 203mm rotors. The same large rotor and strong braking setup are used at the front and rear.
The brake feel is strong and confidence inspiring. At higher speeds, this matters a lot because the bike is heavy. The stopping power feels like it is limited more by tire grip than by the brakes themselves.
Coming in hot around 35 mph, the bike still feels controlled under braking. For a 120 lb electric bike, that is very important.
Street Comfort, Sand, and Suspension
On the street, the X5 AWD works well as a cruiser. The dual motor system spreads power across two motors, so one motor is not doing all the work. The bike feels stable at speed, and the low center battery placement helps handling.
The suspension is fine for basic road use. The rear dual coil shocks help with light road imperfections, but they are not high end suspension. Off road, the bike feels more harsh. On rough ground, it is better to stand on the pedals instead of staying seated.
The bike uses Kenda 20x4 inch knobby tires. On the street, street tires might have made the bike feel smoother. But on sand, the knobby tread helps more than expected.
In soft sand, the bike slows down heavily and can almost come to a stop. Once the speed drops too low, the motors have to work hard, and that can build heat. But with pedaling help, the X5 AWD can keep moving. On hard packed sand, it performs much better. The tires bite into the surface, and the dual motor setup helps the bike get through light sandy terrain.
It is not a serious soft sand machine, but it does better than expected on beach paths and hard packed sand.
Real Range Result
After the ride, the trip covered just under 17 miles in about 1 hour and 7 minutes. The display still showed five out of five battery bars, which was not very useful. Since the bike does not show voltage, it is hard to know the exact battery use.
Based on the riding style, which included high speed cruising, hill testing, and sand riding, the estimate was that about one third of the battery may have been used. With such a large battery, that still suggests strong real world range.
The claimed 200 mile range is still optimistic. That kind of number would require slow riding, low assist, flat ground, and careful battery use. But for riders who want a bike that can handle long rides without range anxiety, the X5 AWD has a real advantage.
Final Verdict
The Tesway X5 AWD is best described as a heavy duty, long range, high speed cruiser. It is not the most explosive ebike off the line, and it does not feel like a true 3600W monster in real riding. The power delivery is smoother, especially at low speed.
But that smoother setup also makes the bike easier to control. It does not throw too much power into the front wheel, it feels stable at speed, and it has excellent braking power. The huge battery is the main highlight, and the dual motor system gives it strong cruising ability without overworking one motor.
The X5 AWD is a good fit for riders who want range, comfort, high speed riding, and all wheel drive support. It is less ideal for riders who need a lightweight bike, serious off road suspension, or aggressive low speed torque.
For long road rides, beach paths, city cruising, and riders who want a big battery electric bike that can keep going, the Tesway X5 AWD makes sense.
FAQs
Is the Tesway X5 AWD really 3600W?
The motors are rated for 3600W peak, but the real ride feel is smoother and does not feel like full 3600W off the line.
How fast can the Tesway X5 AWD go?
In the test, GPS speed reached about 40 mph with favorable conditions. The onboard display showed slightly higher.
Is the Tesway X5 AWD good for hills?
It can climb steep hills, but on a 20 percent grade it still needs some pedaling help, especially from a low speed start.
Is the Tesway X5 AWD good for long range riding?
Yes. The 52V 60Ah battery is huge, and the bike is best suited for riders who want long range cruising with strong speed support.
