2025 Specialized

Haul ST

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

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.