Tewa Moto M3 PRO GBAtemp review
Hardware
Product Information:
- Official Store: https://www.tewamoto.com/#/M3SERIES
Some Assembly Required*
Set aside some time from your schedule-- the Tewa Moto M3 Pro comes fresh from the factory in an iron crate, and it takes a bit of heavy lifting to get it up onto the front wheel. The handlebars bolted in to place easy enough and the electronics bundles were keyed and only took a second to connect. A pouch of tools contains everything you need except a torque wrench, though the manual has very specific torque ranges for every part!. The bike came with 2 traditional keys and two RFID tags, both of which, along with your phone, can be used to power on your ride.
Buying from a dealer likely skips this step as they would pre-assemble it for you, like any other dirt bike or motorcycle, and with the $5,999 price tag, they better wrap it with a bow! With a chain drive motor for maximum power output, the M3 Pro absolutely cooks off the starting line. Let's look at the specs:
- High-Torque Powertrain: Delivers a peak power of 21kW and a massive 720 N·m of torque, enabling rapid acceleration from 0 to 30 mph in just 2 seconds.
- Battery Size: Equipped with a 74V 50Ah battery
- Durable Chassis: Built on a chromoly steel composite frame designed to balance weight and strength for aggressive off-road use.
- Performance Components: Features FastAce shocks for suspension and specialized motorcycle brakes to maintain control during high-speed maneuvers.
- Full-Size Wheel Configuration: Uses an 18-inch rear and 21-inch front wheel setup, standard for competitive dirt bikes to improve obstacle clearance and traction.
- Smart Connectivity: Includes Bluetooth and NFC unlocking capabilities, along with a dedicated app for managing customizable bike settings.
- Weight: 242 lbs
- Top Speed: Capable of reaching speeds up to 60 mph, suitable for both technical trails and open tracks.
Burning Rubber
The bike itself has 3 speed settings and, just like in Mario Kart (50cc, 100cc, 150cc), there isn't any reason not to put it in anything except the fastest mode. The main screen is a touch screen and can be adjusted for local temperature (C/F) and speed (km/mph), as well as checking error codes and trip meters. It will connect via bluetooth to the app to check even more sensor settings and can be unlocked with your phone via RFID tag, though it's a little tricky to get it lined up to the reader on the handle bar.
Under the seat is a locking compartment that can hold the charger (which comes with a plastic shower cap if you want to ride in the mud) or, to cut down on weight, can hold your wallet, car keys, and off-road license (if your county requires that kind of thing). The foot pegs are spiked for grip and on pinned springs so they don't bend the frame if you take a fall. The brakes are standard fluid hydraulic and have one on each handle bar like a normal bicycle, as opposed to a clutch on the left hand. The kickstand retracts way up and has a thick rubber strap to keep it from knocking down when doing big jumps.
Now, on to what's really important... this thing COOKS. Because of the lighter weight and electric motor, the power delivery (0-30MPH in 2 seconds) has almost as much punch as my 1100cc Rebel. The suspension feels great and the wheels deliver tons of grip even at low angles. The dead zone of the throttle is a bit large, so I have to grip it a bit further up than I would like to, but once the motor is engaged, everything is super responsive. This thing is an absolute blast to ride.
Unfortunately, because of my stature, I have to get on it with a 'running start'. The seat on the M3 Pro sits VERY high and I am not tall. When stopped, I have to tilt the bike pretty far to get a foot on the ground, but since it's not super heavy, I can just pull the throttle to stand it back up and get going.
License (App) to Drive
The customizable app locks the bike registration to your Tewa Moto login so you can change settings and even start the bike with your phone, no key required, which makes it easy to travel light. The main dashboard gives you any arrangement of feedback you could need to monitor and maintain the unit but, aside from digitally locking it, that's about all it does.
With a price sitting around what you would pay for a gasoline 200-250cc bike (but with way more power), the eye watering price tag may seem a tad high at first. But once you factor in fuel costs and the associated maintenance (especially with current prices placing a dampener on Summer activities), it shakes out to a much better deal than its fossil fuel chugging cousins.
You can check out the promo video here! :
Verdict
- FAST AF BOIII
- No Fumes
- 80 Mile Range
- Very Tall Seat
- Large Throttle Dead Zone
