2025 Specialized

Haul ST

Trouble-free in the past 12 months, requiring only basic maintenance

Motor-controller and some parts replaced under warranty, no additional issues

Hub motor delivers power directly, with cost and efficiency upsides

Power delivery is intuitive, limited ghost pedaling

Drivetrain still in great shape after a few thousand kilometers

Brakes are powerful enough

Bike is faster than non-motorized on steep hills

Running boards and front rack protect rider in crashes

Cargo capacity with MIK standard racks and canniers

Less expensive than competitors like Tern or Riese & Müller

Motor is effectively single-speed, impacts performance on steep grades

On hills over ~12%, need to work hard, especially loaded

Shifting isn't great, possibly due to long housing

Wide q-factor takes getting used to

Paint chips easily

Front light housing cracked around mount

Running board cracked at back corner

Low bottom bracket causes occasional crank wear

Extremely fun and capable motor. It’s ultra-responsive to how you pedal with it, and it can go fast IF you want it to.

Motor point number two: it’s one of the best hill-climbing e-bikes we’ve EVER tested.

It’s a highly adaptable ride. Rider’s 4’5” – 6’4” can ride it thanks to adjustable comfort features and thoughtful design.

Fun handling that’s easy to ride. The 20”x3.5” tires keep a low center of gravity for nice balance.

Extremely good value. You pay a little more than on other utility bikes, but you get your penny’s worth with enhanced componentry (motor, brakes, drivetrain, etc.)

419 lbs payload capacity + pack mounts and MIK rack = a bike with a lot of customization for you to use how you need it too.

Pairs with the Globe app for enhanced ride customization.

The rear rack holds more weight than most (132lbs) but feels shorter than most due to how the angle of the saddle. It may limit it’s use (like with a second rider). Fortunately, there is a long tail Haul option you can look at instead.