The Tesway X5 AWD is a big battery, dual motor electric bike built for riders who want long range, strong speed, and all wheel drive support. On paper, it comes with serious numbers: 3600W peak motor power, a 52V system, and up to 200 miles of claimed range.
Those specs sound impressive, but real riding matters more than numbers alone. A bike can look powerful on paper and still feel very different on hills, sand, rough roads, or high speed cruising. After riding the Tesway X5 AWD, it feels less like an aggressive low speed torque machine and more like a heavy duty long range cruiser with smooth power delivery.
It is fast, stable, comfortable to mount, and built around a very large battery. At the same time, it is also heavy, and the motor response is smoother than some riders may expect from a 3600W peak dual motor ebike.
Huge 52V 60Ah Battery
The biggest highlight of the Tesway X5 AWD is its battery. This bike uses a 52V 60Ah battery pack, which equals about 3,120Wh of energy. Compared with a normal electric bike battery, this pack is massive.
The battery alone weighs about 30.6 lb. That is one of the main reasons the bike can support long range riding, but it also adds a lot of weight to the whole setup.
The bike weighs about 90 lb without the battery and around 120 lb with the battery installed. This is not a bike most riders will want to lift often. It is better suited for someone who can roll it out of a garage, ride directly from home, or use it as a daily long range cruiser.
The good part is the battery position. It sits low and near the center of the frame. That helps the bike feel more balanced once it is moving. Even though the X5 AWD is heavy, the weight does not feel as awkward on the road as the total number may suggest.
Step Through Frame and Rider Fit
The Tesway X5 AWD uses a low, wide step through frame. This makes it easier to get on and off the bike, especially compared with a tall step over frame.
Even for a taller rider around 6'5", mounting the bike feels simple. With the seat raised to its highest point, the riding position still feels fairly upright. The reach is a little short for a very tall rider, but it is still comfortable enough for cruising.
The handlebars are not height adjustable. For taller riders, the bike would feel better if the bars were about one inch higher. It is not a major problem, but a little extra handlebar height would make the riding position more natural.
The seat can also drop low, which makes the bike easier for shorter riders to use. The wide seat, low frame, and 20 inch wheels help the bike feel approachable, even though it is a large and heavy electric bike.
Controls, Display, and Smart Unlock
The X5 AWD uses an NFC smart chip to unlock the bike. After turning the key, the rider presses the power button and taps the NFC chip to unlock the color display.
The display shows five pedal assist levels and allows the rider to switch between motor modes. By pressing the I button, the rider can change between rear motor mode and dual motor mode.
The system seems to send more power to the rear motor than the front motor. This is useful because it helps reduce front wheel spin and keeps the bike easier to control.
One downside is the display information. The screen does not show battery voltage or real time watt output. For a large battery dual motor bike, those details would be very useful. The battery bar alone does not give enough information, especially during long rides.
The bike also has a headlight button. When the front light turns on, the rear light turns on too. When the brake lever is pulled, the rear light gets brighter. The bike does not have front or rear turn signals, but the horn is loud.
Hill Test on a 20 Percent Grade
To test climbing power, the bike was set in dual motor mode with pedal assist level 5. The rider weighed around 200 lb, and the test hill had a 20 percent grade.
From a dead stop, the X5 AWD did not feel like it was giving full power right away. Instead of a hard launch, the power came in smoothly. With a small rolling start, the bike climbed better. It built power gradually and started pulling up the hill.
One important detail was the speed unlock setting. Out of the box, the bike was running in a lower speed mode. Holding the I button switched it from the lower 16 max setting to the higher 64 max setting. After unlocking, the bike had more power available.
Even after unlocking, the bike still needed some pedaling help on the 20 percent grade. It could climb, but it did not feel like a wild torque machine from a low speed start.
Acceleration and High Speed Riding
The Tesway X5 AWD feels strongest once it is already moving. In dual motor mode and pedal assist level 5, acceleration from a stop is controlled and easy. It reaches 10 mph and 20 mph without feeling harsh.
After unlocking, the bike can push past 20 mph and move into the 30 mph range quickly. Around the mid 20s to low 30s, the bike starts to feel more exciting and useful. This is where the X5 AWD makes the most sense as a fast cruiser.
During the speed test, the display and GPS did not match exactly. With a headwind, the display showed about 37 mph, while GPS showed around 34 mph. With a slight tailwind, the display showed about 40 mph, while GPS showed about 38 mph. In a more aerodynamic riding position, GPS reached about 40 mph, while the display showed around 42 mph.
So the X5 AWD is clearly a fast electric bike. The display may read slightly higher than GPS, but the bike can reach high speeds in real riding conditions.
Cadence Sensor Riding Feel
The Tesway X5 AWD uses a cadence sensor. This means the bike does not measure how hard the rider is pressing on the pedals. It only senses that the pedals are turning, then provides motor power based on the selected assist level.
In pedal assist 5, the rider does not need to push hard on the pedals. Simply turning the cranks can bring in strong motor support. This makes the bike easy to ride, but it does not feel as natural as a torque sensor system.
When unlocked, pedal assist 1 can take the bike to about 11 mph. When 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.
The throttle is also linked 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 range. This makes the throttle feel almost like a speed based cruise control system.
The bike has seven gears, but most of the ride was done in gear 7. Around 30 mph, that gear feels close to the limit for comfortable pedaling. The rider can still spin along in the mid 30s, but the X5 AWD is clearly more motor focused than pedal focused.
Strong Braking Performance
The brakes are one of the best parts of the Tesway X5 AWD. The bike uses four piston hydraulic brakes with large 203mm rotors at both the front and rear.
This braking setup feels strong and secure. That matters a lot on a heavy electric bike that can reach high speed. When a bike weighs around 120 lb with the battery installed, weak brakes would be a major problem.
The X5 AWD does not feel weak under braking. Even when slowing down from around 35 mph, the bike feels controlled. The stopping power feels limited more by tire grip than by the brake system itself.
For a fast, heavy ebike, this is a very important safety advantage.
Street Comfort and Suspension
On paved roads, the X5 AWD works well as a cruiser. The bike feels stable at speed, and the large battery placement helps keep the center of gravity low.
The dual motor system also spreads the work across two motors. This means one motor does not have to carry the full load all the time.
The suspension is fine for basic road riding. The rear dual coil shocks help smooth out lighter bumps and road imperfections. However, this is not a high end off road suspension setup.
On rough ground, the ride can feel harsh. It is better to stand on the pedals when crossing rough patches instead of staying seated the whole time.
The X5 AWD is most comfortable on roads, bike paths, packed surfaces, and light mixed terrain. It is not built like a serious mountain bike.
Sand Riding Test
The bike uses Kenda 20x4 inch knobby tires. On pavement, smoother street tires might make the ride feel quieter and more efficient. But on sand, the knobby tread becomes helpful.
In soft sand, the bike slows down a lot and can almost come to a stop. Once speed drops too low, the motors have to work harder, which can create more heat. With pedaling help, the X5 AWD can keep moving, but it is not a true soft sand machine.
On hard packed sand, the bike performs much better. The tires can bite into the surface, and the dual motor setup helps push the bike forward. For beach paths, firm sand, and light sandy areas, it does better than expected.
Real Range Result
The ride covered just under 17 miles in about 1 hour and 7 minutes. After the test, the display still showed five out of five battery bars.
That sounds impressive, but the battery bar was not very helpful because the bike does not show voltage. Without voltage or wattage data, 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.
The claimed 200 mile range is still very optimistic. To get close to that number, a rider would likely need low speed, low assist, flat ground, light rider weight, and very careful throttle use.
Still, the battery is huge, and the X5 AWD should give riders strong real world range compared with many standard ebikes. For long rides and less range anxiety, this battery is a major advantage.
Final Verdict
The Tesway X5 AWD is best understood as a heavy duty, long range, high speed electric cruiser. It is not the most explosive bike from a stop, and it does not feel like a full 3600W machine at low speed. The power delivery is smoother and more controlled.
That smoother feel is not necessarily a bad thing. It makes the bike easier to manage, especially because it is large, heavy, and fast. It does not send too much power to the front wheel, it stays stable while cruising, and it has excellent braking power.
The huge 52V 60Ah battery is the main selling point. The dual motor system gives the bike strong high speed cruising ability and helps spread the workload between the motors.
The X5 AWD is a good fit for riders who want long range, fast road riding, comfort, step through access, and all wheel drive support. It is less ideal for riders who need a lightweight bike, aggressive off road suspension, or instant low speed torque.
For long road rides, city cruising, beach paths, and riders who want a big battery ebike that can keep going, the Tesway X5 AWD makes a lot of sense.
FAQs
Is the Tesway X5 AWD really a 3600W ebike?
Tesway lists the X5 AWD with 3600W peak motor power. In real riding, the bike feels smoother off the line and stronger once it is already moving at speed.
How fast can the Tesway X5 AWD ride?
In the test, GPS speed reached about 40 mph in favorable conditions. The onboard display showed slightly higher numbers than GPS.
Is the Tesway X5 AWD good for steep hills?
The X5 AWD 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 distance riding?
Yes. The 52V 60Ah battery gives the bike strong long range potential. The 200 mile claim is optimistic, but the battery size makes the X5 AWD well suited for long rides and high speed cruising.
