Fucare Taurus Is a Beastly Adventure E-Bike With a Unique Design and Plenty of Power

Nowadays, you can find e-bikes that fit all sorts of needs. Be it daily commuting, hitting the off-road trails, or even moving cargo. Today, I'm taking a look at the Fucare Taurus e-bike, described by its maker as a "mountain cross-country e-bike."

We've previously discussed Fucare products here on autoevolution, such as the moped-style Gemini X Bike, albeit some time ago. This time, I want to check out a more "adventure-style” e-bike. Out of Fucare's lineup, which consists of five e-bikes, the Taurus is the only one meant to go the distance and properly tackle more challenging environments. The only other model that comes close is the Scorpio all-terrain off-road e-bike.

Before we go any further, let's talk about cost, especially since, for most people, it can make or break a deal. You'll be happy to know that Fucare currently offers the Taurus for a competitive price of $1,600 (€1,500). However, this is the discounted price, as the product is normally offered for $2,500 (€2,342).

Fucare says the recommended height for the Taurus' riders is between 5.4 and 6.7 feet (1.64 and 2 meters), while the e-bike load capacity is up to 400 lbs. (181 kg), of which 80 lbs. (36 kg) is the bicycle weight.

When looking at this bad boy for the first time, you'll probably notice its unique 6061 aluminum frame. According to Fucare, it's designed to withstand any challenge and provide a smooth and comfortable ride. Moreover, as a motorcycle enthusiast, the frame's looks remind me of a naked motorcycle.

Even though it's clear this e-bike is designed for off-road riding and light trail duty, it can still tackle city streets easily. That's the thing with lots of today's e-bikes: even though they have one or two primary purposes, they're engineered to be as versatile as possible.

At the core of the Taurus is a massive 48 V, 25 Ah Samsung removable battery, protected by the frame just like the engine of a naked motorbike. Using the included 4.5A charger, Fucare says you can fully juice up the battery in five to seven hours.

It powers a 750 W hub motor with a maximum output of 1200 W. These specs look good on paper, but how do they translate into real-life performance?

According to Fucare, riders will get between 60 to 140 miles (97 to 225 km) of range, although that's quite an ambitious estimate. To be frank, it all depends on how you ride the bike. You can let the motor's pedal assistance do its job, but you can also accelerate via throttle.

Three riding modes (or levels) are available: Pure Power/ Throttle Mode, Pedal Assist Mode, and Pedal Mode. If you're all out of battery or simply want the experience of a conventional bicycle, you can select the Normal Bicycle mode. You'll probably get more than 60 miles if you ride with the first level of assistance. On the other hand, cruising throttle only means you'll have less than 60 miles of range.

One sure way of attracting customers in today's market is speed – after all, this is what will get your adrenaline pumping, not the range or payload capacity. In this regard, the Taurus is pretty good, with a limited top speed of 28 mph (45 kph). Its maximum speed is a bit higher at 32 mph (51 kph).

The Taurus rides on 26-inch off-road fat tires. They're heavy and bulky, so you won't be able to turn on a dime like when using small wheels. Instead, these monstrous wheels will help you get over larger obstacles without throwing you off the bike. Factor in the motor's high speeds, and you'll be flying on trails, although going all-out in unpredictable, off-the-beaten-path environments might not be the best idea.

However, let's imagine you're doing just that – you're hurling down the road at 28 mph, and something crosses your path, or you see an unavoidable hole in the ground. Luckily, Fucare kept safety in mind, and it equipped the Taurus with hydraulic brakes with front and rear 180 mm discs. So, with a bit of situational awareness, you can prevent disaster.

Just like you'd expect from a mountain e-bike, you'll find a hydraulic fork suspension, which, together with the fat tires, will properly absorb bumps and vibrations. Furthermore, Taurus riders can adapt to different road conditions using the Shimano 8-speed rear drivetrain.

A front LED headlight is included, as well as a taillight, which is weirdly into the right side of the rear seat stay. What's more, needless to say, you get 360-degree reflectors on the spokes.

Regarding the e-bike's electronics, you'll get a multi-functional colored display that shows basic ride information, and you'll use a controller on the left side of the handlebar to choose your preferred riding mode.

All in all, the Taurus' colossal battery and powerful motor will offer enough performance to satisfy most riders, be it on or off the road. Taking into account the current discounted price, I'd say this e-bike can be an excellent investment, regardless of whether you ride during the weekends or hit the trails every other day.

Unfortunately, Fucare seems to ship solely in the United States. Besides a discounted price, US buyers will also get a gift set (with a lock and tools). If you're looking to carry some stuff when riding, you can also opt for a rear carrier for an extra $42 (€39). You can find out more information about the Taurus on the manufacturer's website.