Price
Motor (Nominal)
Range
Battery
Technical Architecture
Overview
Price
$1,899
MSRP
Motor
750 W
Nominal Output · 1,638 W peak
Battery
720 Wh
Battery Capacity
Speed
28 mph
Unlocked Top Speed
Payload
420 lbs
Max Load Capacity · bike weighs 73 lbs
Safety Standards
UL 2849 Certified
Electrical System Integrity
UL 2271 Certified
Battery Performance & Safety
Foldable
No
Frame style(s): High-Step, Step-Thru
Score breakdown
84.5 out of 100 — Highly recommended
The arithmetic, in full
Power & Drive14.5 / 16
Battery & Range20 / 21
Safety & Braking12.5 / 14
Ride Quality & Components21 / 32
Utility & Practicality7.5 / 8
Display & Connectivity9 / 9
Performance score84.5 / 100
Value — 84.5 points ÷ $1,89944.5 pts per $1,000
Show every metric and rung — how each subtotal was earned
Every metric below is a ladder. The bike sits on one rung, and that rung’s points are the points it earns. Add the six category subtotals and you get the score at the top of the page. There is no weighting step, no normalisation and nothing rounded away.
Adding a bike never moves another bike’s score. The score is absolute, not a curve. A bike that earned 62 in January earns 62 in December unless its specification changes or we correct a data error — and we log every correction.
Power & Drive
Peak power output8 / 9.5
This bike: 1440 W — 1,350–1,499 W
Under 600 W0 pts600–749 W1.5 pts750–899 W2.5 pts900–1,049 W4 pts1,050–1,199 W5.5 pts1,200–1,349 W7 pts1,350–1,499 W8 ptsThis bike1,500 W or more9.5 pts
System voltage x controller amperage - the one number that decides acceleration and hill climbing. Scored once, not three times.
Pedal-assist sensing3.5 / 3.5
This bike: Torque — Torque sensor
Cadence sensor only0 ptsTorque sensor3.5 ptsThis bike
A torque sensor measures how hard you pedal and matches it. Every bike has at least a cadence sensor, so cadence alone earns nothing.
Throttle1 / 1
This bike: Yes — Throttle included
No throttle0 ptsThrottle included1 ptThis bike
Lets you pull away from a stop without pedalling - useful with a load, on a hill, in traffic, or with joint pain.
Speed class2 / 2
This bike: 28 mph — 28 mph (Class 3)
Below 20 mph0 pts20–27 mph (Class 1/2)0.5 pts28 mph (Class 3)2 ptsThis bike
Class 3 bikes (28 mph) keep pace with city traffic. Class 1 and 2 stop assisting at 20 mph.
Battery & Range
Usable battery capacity12 / 12
This bike: 1440 Wh (2 packs) — 1,300 Wh or more
Under 350 Wh0 pts350–499 Wh2 pts500–649 Wh4 pts650–799 Wh6 pts800–999 Wh8 pts1,000–1,299 Wh10 pts1,300 Wh or more12 ptsThis bike
Total watt-hours you can carry, counting a second battery if one is included. Capacity is scored once whether it arrives in one pack or two.
Charger speed2 / 3
This bike: 240 W charger — 200–249 W
Under 100 W0 pts100–149 W0.5 pts150–199 W1 pt200–249 W2 ptsThis bike250–349 W2.5 pts350 W or more3 pts
The charger's own output in watts. Scored on the charger alone so that a large battery is not penalised, and so a 36 V high-amp charger cannot pass for a 48 V one.
Cell supplier2 / 2
This bike: LG — LG, Samsung or Panasonic
Not LG, Samsung or Panasonic0 ptsLG, Samsung or Panasonic2 ptsThis bike
Cells from LG, Samsung or Panasonic publish cycle-life and thermal data. Anything else earns nothing.
Battery ingress protection4 / 4
This bike: IPX7 — IPX7 / IP67
Not published or IPX40 ptsIPX50.5 ptsIP65 / IPX62 ptsIPX7 / IP674 ptsThis bike
The published IP rating of the battery pack - not the bike. IPX5 is a water-jet test only; IP65 adds a dust-tight claim; IPX7 adds immersion.
Safety & Braking
Braking system6.5 / 6.5
This bike: Hydro 4p — Hydraulic disc, 4-piston
Rim, V-brake, coaster or mechanical disc0 ptsHydraulic disc, 2-piston3 ptsHydraulic disc, 4-piston6.5 ptsThis bike
Mechanical disc is the bare minimum and earns nothing. Hydraulic discs stop harder with less hand effort; a four-piston calliper is more than twice the braking power of a two-piston and over double the price.
Brake hardware1 / 2.5
This bike: Talon — Tier-2 name brand (Tektro, Star Union)
Unbranded or not published0 ptsTier-2 name brand (Tektro, Star Union)1 ptThis bikePremium (Magura, Shimano, SRAM, TRP, Hayes)2.5 pts
Whether pads, rotors and callipers can be bought and serviced anywhere. Tektro and Star Union are both serviceable; Magura is better.
Motor cut-off at the brake lever2 / 2
This bike: Yes — Motor cut-off at the brake lever
Throttle fitted, no cut-off at the lever0 ptsMotor cut-off at the brake lever2 ptsThis bikeNo throttle fitted - the failure mode does not apply2 pts
On a throttle bike, squeezing the brake should cut motor power. It is a backstop for a stuck throttle or a controller fault. A bike with no throttle cannot have that failure, so it scores full marks here.
Brake-activated light1.5 / 1.5
This bike: Yes — Brake-activated rear light
No brake light0 ptsBrake-activated rear light1.5 ptsThis bike
A rear light that brightens under braking is the cheapest way to be seen slowing down.
Turn signals1.5 / 1.5
This bike: Yes — Integrated turn signals
No turn signals0 ptsIntegrated turn signals1.5 ptsThis bike
Signal without taking a hand off the bars.
Ride Quality & Components
Suspension6.5 / 11
This bike: Gniess — Name-brand suspension fork (SR Suntour, RST, KKE)
Rigid steel fork0 ptsRigid aluminium or carbon fork0.5 ptsUnbranded suspension fork2.5 ptsName-brand suspension fork (SR Suntour, RST, KKE)6.5 ptsThis bikePremium suspension fork (Fox, RockShox, Marzocchi)9 ptsPremium fork plus rear suspension11 pts
A rigid steel fork costs about $6 to make; a name-brand suspension fork is $80 or more. The spread reflects that.
Drivetrain7 / 10.5
This bike: 9.0 / Shimano Cues — 9+ speed, quality tier
Single-speed chain0 pts3–7 speed, entry tier2 ptsSingle-speed belt drive4 pts7–8 speed, mid tier4 pts9+ speed, quality tier7 ptsThis bikeInternally-geared hub or gearbox with belt10.5 pts
Gear range, shifting quality and maintenance burden on one ladder. An internally-geared hub with a belt is several levels above a single-speed chain and costs roughly eighty times as much.
Tyres1.5 / 1.5
This bike: Kenda — Premium brand (Maxxis, Schwalbe, Kenda, Continental)
Unbranded or OEM0 ptsValue brand (CST, Chaoyang, Innova)1 ptPremium brand (Maxxis, Schwalbe, Kenda, Continental)1.5 ptsThis bike
The best available proxy for grip, rolling resistance and puncture resistance. Deliberately kept small - a name-brand tyre is only about $5 more.
Frame finish1.5 / 2
This bike: Smooth — Smooth welds
Basic welds0 ptsSmooth welds1.5 ptsThis bikeGravity-cast or hydroformed2 pts
Weld finish is a visible proxy for frame manufacturing control.
Axle standard2 / 2.5
This bike: Yes — Thru-axle
Bolt-on or nutted axle0 ptsQuick-release axle0.5 ptsThru-axle2 ptsThis bikeThreaded thru-axle2.5 pts
A thru-axle holds the wheel more securely than a quick-release; a threaded thru-axle more securely still.
Stem0 / 2
This bike: Rigid — Non-adjustable stem
Non-adjustable stem0 ptsThis bikeTooled adjustable stem1.5 ptsQuick-release adjustable stem2 pts
An adjustable stem lets one bike fit several riders. A quick-release adjustable stem costs roughly triple a tooled one.
Pedals2 / 2
This bike: Aluminum , quick-release — Quick-release aluminium
Plastic0 ptsSteel0.5 ptsAluminium1.5 ptsQuick-release aluminium2 ptsThis bike
The part most owners replace first. Quick-release aluminium pedals fold the bike into a smaller space and do not snap.
Lock-on grips0.5 / 0.5
This bike: Yes — Lock-on grips
Standard grips0 ptsLock-on grips0.5 ptsThis bike
Lock-on grips do not twist loose or slide off in the wet.
Utility & Practicality
Rack & cargo system4 / 4
This bike: Yes / MIK — Aluminium rack with standard accessory interface (MIK/AVS)
No rack included0 ptsSteel rack1.5 ptsAluminium rack2.5 ptsAluminium rack with standard accessory interface (MIK/AVS)4 ptsThis bike
Whether the bike carries anything out of the box, and whether accessories clip to a published standard instead of needing bungee cords.
Fenders & weather protection2.5 / 2.5
This bike: Yes / Poly — Full-coverage composite fenders
No fenders0 ptsBasic plastic fenders0.5 ptsMetal fenders2 ptsFull-coverage composite fenders2.5 ptsThis bike
Full-coverage fenders are what make an e-bike usable in the rain. Composite fenders do not rattle, rust or cut.
Kickstand1 / 1.5
This bike: Rigid — Fixed kickstand
No kickstand0 ptsFixed kickstand1 ptThis bikeAdjustable or double-leg kickstand1.5 pts
An adjustable or double-leg stand holds a loaded bike upright.
Display & Connectivity
Display6.5 / 6.5
This bike: Touchscreen — Touchscreen TFT
LED indicator only0 ptsMonochrome LCD1.5 ptsColour LCD or OLED2.5 ptsTFT4.5 ptsTouchscreen TFT6.5 ptsThis bike
How much you can read at a glance, in sunlight, without stopping. A touchscreen TFT is $40-50 of cost over a colour LCD.
Rider tuning2 / 2
This bike: Fully — Full rider tuning
No rider tuning0 ptsPartial tuning1.5 ptsFull rider tuning2 ptsThis bike
Whether you can change how the bike delivers power, or only how much.
App connectivity0.5 / 0.5
This bike: Yes — App connectivity
No app0 ptsApp connectivity0.5 ptsThis bike
Useful for firmware updates and diagnostics. Nice to have, but most riders do not use it.
Features we show but do not score
0 points — useful to know, not evidence of quality✓Quick-release pedals✓Lock-on grips✓Tyre sealant fitted✓Plastic-free packaging✓Second battery included—Foldable frame
These are real, checkable facts about the bike, and buyers ask about them. None of them predicts whether the bike is good, so none of them moves the score. Quick-release pedals are convenient; they are not a quarter of a braking system.
Editorial Insights
Key Benefits & Drawbacks
Reasons to Buy
- Aggressive suspension absorbs major impacts on off-road trails.
- High-torque motor provides massive pulling power on steep dirt climbs.
- Knobby tires offer exceptional grip on loose gravel and mud.
Reasons to Avoid
- Tread pattern creates significant road noise and drag on paved streets.
- Higher cost due to specialized off-road components.
Expert Verdict
In-Depth Analysis
Editorial Review: Evaluating theTracer
The hype machine for the Monarc Tracer is fully spun up, and the bike is actively moving through early industry testing. While Monarc Bikes officially burst onto the scene with the heavy-duty Maker, the Tracer is the next highly anticipated model in their pipeline. In fact, it is already circulating in media circles—industry test labs like Electric Bike Report have already begun spinning up behind-the-scenes database architecture to log its real-world range and performance metrics.
Because Monarc operates under the same massive corporate umbrella as Lectric and Juiced, they build bikes using a very specific playbook: they drop premium, enthusiast-grade components into a spreadsheet, maximize the specs, and cut the expected retail price in half.
Based on the Tracer’s development leaks and how it pairs with its sibling, the Maker, here is what is known about its identity and direction:
1. The Agile, Sportier Sibling
If the Maker is an 85-pound overland tank built with 26x4.0-inch fat tires to plow through sand and snow, the Tracer is engineered to do exactly what its name implies: trace a clean, sharp line. It drops the massive unibody weight of a full-sized fat bike in favor of a much nimbler, lighter, and more athletic footprint. It is positioned as a high-speed urban sport commuter or an aggressive "all-road" gravel adventurer.
2. High-End Drivetrain & Architecture
Monarc completely skipped entry-level, budget component bins for their launch, opting instead for the e-bike-specific Shimano Cues multi-gear system. The Tracer is expected to follow suit, offering a premium mid-to-high-tier drivetrain coupled with a highly responsive torque sensor. This ensures that instead of a lagging, moped-style throttle lag, the bike delivers an instantaneous, natural pedal response optimized for high-cadence fitness and sport riding.
3. The Multi-Battery DNA
Monarc shook up the industry by making a dual-battery setup a standard, no-upcharge feature on their debut bike. Because extreme range is a core pillar of the brand's identity, the Tracer is heavily tipped to feature a sophisticated, ultra-slim dual-battery ecosystem—either cleanly integrated into a split-frame architecture or via a plug-and-play secondary pack configuration—aiming for a total capacity that pushes well past the 100-mile mark.
4. 4-Piston Stopping Power
Monarc treats stopping power as a non-negotiable safety standard rather than a luxury upgrade. Even with a lighter frame weight, the Tracer is slated to keep high-end 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes as standard equipment. This allows riders to confidently command the bike's high-speed Class 3 pedal assist (28+ mph) with light, precise lever pulls.
The Bigger Picture
With the Maker locking down the rugged overlanding crowd, the Tracer is Monarc's direct shot across the bow of premium, athletic pavement and gravel commuters like the Specialized Turbo Vado or Aventon's sportier commuter lines. It is designed to prove that the new company can build a fast, precise, and lightweight machine just as aggressively as they build a rugged fat-tire tank.
Key Specifications
Tracer
Performance
- Motor (Nominal)
- 750 W
- Motor (Peak)
- 1,638 W
- Battery
- 720 Wh
- Battery (Ah)
- --
- Range
- 65 mi
- Top Speed
- 28 mph
Practicality
- Price
- $1,899
- Weight
- 73 lbs
- Payload Capacity
- 420 lbs
- Foldable
- No
Real-World Range Estimator
Fine-tuned for the 720 Wh Battery
36 mi
Motor Type
Terrain Profile
The Science of eBike Range
Estimated range is total usable battery capacity divided by adjusted energy consumption: Range (mi) = Battery (Wh) ÷ Adjusted Consumption (Wh/mi). Manufacturer range claims are measured in ideal lab conditions, so this model starts from a real-world baseline and applies a multiplier for each factor you change above.
The variables
- Baseline: 20 Wh per mile, for a 180 lb rider on flat ground using standard assist with a hub motor. Every adjustment below is a multiplier against that number.
- PAS level: assist is banded rather than linear, because a controller delivers set power steps rather than a smooth ramp. Levels 1–2 draw 30% less energy than standard, level 4 draws 30% more, and level 5 draws 60% more — the jump at the top is steep because aerodynamic drag rises with the square of speed.
- Motor type: mid-drive motors run through the gearing, so they hold a more efficient operating range under load and consume roughly 14% less energy than a hub motor over the same route. Hub motors lose more to heat when they bog down on climbs.
- Rider weight: consumption rises 5% for every full 20 lbs over the 180 lb baseline, reflecting the extra rolling resistance and the energy lost accelerating more mass back up to speed.
- Terrain: a hilly profile adds 30% over flat ground. Regenerative braking recovers very little of what a climb costs, so elevation is close to a straight energy penalty.
This estimate is independent of the Battery & Range score in the rating breakdown, which scores the published specification rather than predicting a single ride. Treat the figure as a planning guide — tyre pressure, wind, temperature and stop-start riding all move the real number.
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