2025 Specialized

Haul LT

Trouble-free in 12 months, requiring only basic maintenance

Delivers rider and goods reliably

Motor power delivery is intuitive with limited ghost pedaling

Much faster and easier on steep hills compared to non-motorized bike

Drivetrain in great shape after thousands of kilometers

Powerful brakes

Versatile cargo capacity with MIK standard racks and accessories

Good value compared to higher-priced cargo bikes

Shifting is mediocre due to long housing

Q-factor is very wide

Paint chips easily

Front light housing cracked

Running board cracked from impact

Motor struggles on steep grades over ~12%, requiring hard effort

Single-speed hub motor lacks torque multiplication

The Globe Haul LT is simply one of the best-performing e-bikes we’ve reviewed, with above-average results in all areas of our testing.

The bike can carry up to 176 lbs on the rack and up to two passengers! It can be loaded down with up to 6 hard-shell panniers, and it has an MIK-compatible cargo rack.

The bike’s feel is highly adaptable. Its sensitive torque sensor and powerful motor can make it feel reserved and natural, punchy and power-hungry, or anything in between.

It fits one of the widest ranges of riders we’ve ever seen, from 4’5” to 6’4”, because of its telescoping stem and seatpost.

It handles predictably and precisely due to its 700mm-wide riser bars and its 20×3.5” Carless Whisper tires.

As a Specialized bike, the Haul LT feels thoughtfully designed and well-built. It’s reliable but backed by a Globe-al (sorry, pun intended) network of trained mechanics.

We found the bike comfortable to ride and pedal with a gel saddle, standard rubber grips, and a crank-forward design

We liked the Globe app’s presentation and ease of use, but we wish it was not required to see the battery charge percentage, turn off lights, etc.

Considering the LT’s price, we hoped to see safety features like brake lights and turn signals.