REVIEW – Seattle traffic gives me plenty of time to study the personal-transportation parade from inside my Toyota Tacoma. Around here, people commute on scooters, powered skateboards, motorized unicycles, and just about anything else with a battery and wheels. E-bikes are the ones I see most, and they keep getting larger, faster, and more tempting.
The HAOQI Cheetah Full Suspension Electric Bike lands firmly in that big-and-bold part of the market. I had previously spent time with the Fiido T1 Pro Utility Electric Bike, which I liked, although it felt undersized for me and did not have the instant cool factor my nephews wanted. The Cheetah is a very different beast: full suspension, fat tires, dual batteries, a 750W motor, and a $1799 price that puts it in the same neighborhood as similar e-bikes with this kind of equipment.
Unboxing a Very Large Bike
The Cheetah arrived in a huge cardboard box, and the box looked like it had taken a rough trip to my door. HAOQI branding and Cheetah graphics were still easy to see, along with dents and other signs of transit abuse.
Inside, foam and plastic covered the bike and loose parts. There was plenty of packing material, although a torn section of cardboard and the damage I later found on the bike made it clear the packaging had a hard job to do.
Parts Spread Across the Floor
Once unpacked, the Cheetah came with the bike frame, removable front wheel, rear rack, full fenders, headlight, rear light, pedals, kickstand, GD06 bike computer, battery lock keys, a charger, a mini tire pump, assembly tools, and the user manual. The battery setup is listed as 2 x 48V 16Ah / 25Ah lithium batteries.
- 2 x 48V 16Ah / 25Ah Lithium Batteries
- Battery lock keys
- Headlight
- Rear light
- Battery Charger
- GD06 Bike Computer
- Pedals
- Kickstand
- Rear rack
- Full fenders
- Removable front wheel
- Mini tire pump
- Assembling tools
- User manual
Core Hardware and Measurements
The spec sheet is a big part of the Cheetah story. It uses a 750W high speed brushless geared motor, GD06 LCD display control panel, US standard 3.0A smart charger, Shimano 7 gear rear cassette, hydraulic disc brakes, a half-twist throttle, and intelligent 5 level pedal assist. Charging time is listed at 6 to 9 hours, and the bike weighs 83 lbs with batteries installed.
- Batteries: 48V 16Ah / 25Ah Lithium
- Motor: 750W High Speed Brushless Geared Motor
- Display: GD06 LCD Display Control Panel
- Charger: US Standard 3.0A Smart Charger
- Rear Cassette: Shimano 7 Gears
- Pedal Assist: Intelligent 5 Level Pedal Assist
- Charging Time: 6~9 Hours
- Weight: 83 lbs with batteries installed
- Recommended Rider Heights: 5’5″ ~ 6’8″
- Total Payload Capacity: 400 lbs
- Tires: 26″ x 4″
- Frame height: 26″
- Total Length: 81.9″
- Wheelbase: 52″
- Wheel Diameter: 28″
- Chain Stay Length: 21″
- Top Tube Length: 24.6″
- Handlebar Height: 43″
- Standover Height: 31″
- Handlebar Length: 28″
- Standover Height: 29″
- Maximum Seat Height: 41″
- Minimum Seat Height: 34″
Component details include aluminum alloy comfort grip brake levers with motor cutoff switch, KMC chain, Shimano 7-speed gear shift system, Promax MA-400 SSABK stem, 170mm forged alloy crank, Shimano 14-28T BROWN/BK gearing, RST alloy front suspension fork with lockout and adjustment, FASTACE A8 rear suspension rated at 850 lbs with 185 mm length and 50 mm travel, alloy pedals with reflectors, 6061 aluminum frame, 48V LED headlight, heavy duty aluminum kickstand, and steel ED spokes.
The frame itself feels stout, which matters when a bike weighs this much and carries a payload rating of 400 lbs. That rating is welcome for my mom’s lovingly described “chunky” son. Still, the small shipping marks on the battery compartment were disappointing right out of the box.
Suspension and Tires
The front end uses an RST alloy suspension fork with coil springs, adjustable preload, and a hydraulic lockout. HAOQI lists up to 80 mm of front travel, and the adjustment knob is easy to spot at the top of the fork.
Those 26 x 4-inch fat tires give the Cheetah its visual personality. They look ready for gravel, dirt, and ugly pavement, and they also make the bike look serious before you even press the power button.
Lights, Brakes, and Handlebar Controls
The front light is a small 48V LED unit mounted above the front fender. It is compact, round, and positioned low between the fork legs.
Gemma hydraulic disc brake hardware is mounted at the handlebars. The levers feel substantial, and the built-in motor cutoff switch is exactly what I want on something this quick and heavy.
The left side of the bar carries the rubber grip, a small control pad for pedal assist and lighting, and the bell. It is a simple setup, which is good because I prefer controls I can use without staring at them while riding.
The right side handles the Shimano 7-speed shifting. The shifter gives you the familiar numbered gear display near the grip.
Just inside that grip is the half-twist throttle. It is close enough to reach easily, and it helps the Cheetah feel more like a small powered machine than a regular bicycle with assistance added.
The GD06 bike computer sits in the center of the bars. It is basic, showing speed, battery status, assist level, and trip information. Fancy would be nice, but readable is more important here.
Two Batteries, Two Keys, One Charger
The auxiliary battery mounts on the down tube, while the larger main battery sits inside the frame. Each battery has its own lock and its own pair of keys. I would much rather carry one key that works for both batteries.
The auxiliary battery has a charging port protected by a rubber cover. The port is easy to access once you know where the flap is.
A small rubber button on the auxiliary pack triggers the charge lights. Press it and the green LEDs show how much power is left.
The battery connection to the 750W motor exits low on the frame near the rear suspension. It is tucked out of the way, which is good on a bike intended for mixed surfaces.
Contact Points and Rear Suspension
At the back of the frame, the FASTACE A8 shock is rated at 850 lbs, measures 185 mm long, and gives the bike about 50 mm of rear travel. Combined with the front fork, it takes the edge off rough surfaces.
The seat post uses a quick-release latch, so adjusting or removing the seat is simple.
The saddle is wide and has a center comfort groove. That is the kind of seat choice I appreciate on a heavier e-bike intended for longer rides.
The alloy pedals include reflectors, and the crank area has guards around the chainring. The parts look ready for normal knocks from shoes, curbs, and garage storage.
Rack, Fenders, Motor, and Small Extras
The dual-battery Cheetah came with a rear rack and plastic front and rear fenders. The taillight mounts below the rack, where it is visible and cleanly integrated.
The rack is one of my weaker spots for the Cheetah. It scratches easily, and it does not provide a great place to grab when moving the 83 lb bike around by hand. I may remove it if I do not end up using it for cargo.
The 750W brushless geared hub motor sits in the rear wheel and works with the Shimano 7-speed gear system. HAOQI lists around 90 NM of max torque and a top speed of roughly 28 mph, which is fast enough to earn respect from anyone used to regular bikes.
The kickstand is appropriately beefy for a bike this large. The included mini tire pump, however, looks optimistic beside 26 x 4-inch tires. I would keep a real pump handy.
HAOQI includes one charger for the two batteries. Since each battery needs about 6 to 8 hours for a full charge, charging both packs can turn into an overnight-plus project.
Assembly Was the Rough Part
HAOQI says the Cheetah arrives 90% assembled. That last 10% gave me more trouble than expected, mostly because the instructions were so poor.
Installing the huge front wheel was the worst part of the build. The manual photos were muddy, and the written directions did little to clear things up.
A critical detail would have saved me time: the plastic spacer in the front brake has to come out before the wheel goes on. That is the kind of tip the manual should make painfully obvious.
The tool kit was typical bike-box fare. The three-way Allen wrench was the star of the group and handled most of the useful work.
The handlebar installation was easier because the bracket and cable routing make the proper orientation clear. Even so, I took my time tightening everything evenly.
The pedals were simple thanks to clear L and R markings. After my own assembly, I still took the Cheetah to a local bike shop and had them redo the work for safety’s sake. With something this heavy and quick, that felt like money and time well spent.
Then came charging. Since there is only one charger, topping off both batteries meant waiting about 16 hours before I could really get rolling.
On the Road
Once charged, the Cheetah was genuinely fun. The 750W motor has impressive shove, the suspension smooths out rough pavement, and the dual-battery setup gave me strong battery life even when I leaned on the highest pedal assist level. Seattle’s steepest hills still made it work hard under my frame, which was expected.
The extra battery weight is noticeable at walking speed and when turning the bike around by hand. The tires gripped well, although they were loud on pavement, which comes through in the ride video below. Even with my complaints about assembly, charging, keys, rack strength, and fender sturdiness, I plan to use the Cheetah as much as possible this summer.
What Worked Well
- Sturdy, rugged design
- Great range and battery life
- Suspension provides a comfortable ride
- 750W motor gives the bike plenty of power
- Dual batteries help justify the $1799 price
What Bothered Me
- Cannot charge both batteries simultaneously
- Assembly instructions are incredibly lacking
- Fenders and rack feel a bit flimsy
- Two different battery keys are annoying
- Bike functions cannot be locked to prevent theft
- Heavy at low speeds and when walking it around
Quick Questions
Q: Can both HAOQI Cheetah batteries be charged at the same time?
A: No, only one charger is included, so charging both packs fully takes around 16 hours total.
Q: How much weight can it carry?
A: A 400 lb total payload capacity.
Q: What’s the top speed?
A: HAOQI lists around 28 mph with about 90 Nm of max torque from the 750W motor.
Q: Does it arrive fully assembled?
A: No, it ships about 90% assembled; the reviewer also had it professionally checked at a bike shop after building it himself.
Final Take
The HAOQI Cheetah Full Suspension Electric Bike feels like a major jump from my earlier e-bike experience. It is big, fast, comfortable, and reassuringly sturdy for larger riders, with a 400 lb payload rating, dual batteries, hydraulic disc brakes, full suspension, fat tires, and a 750W brushless motor that can reach about 28 mph.
The weak spots are real. The instructions made assembly far more frustrating than necessary, the rear rack does not inspire the same confidence as the frame, and one charger for two batteries is a bad match for long recharge times. Even so, at $1799, the Cheetah lines up well with similar e-bikes once the dual batteries, motor power, range, and comfortable ride are factored in.
Price: $1799.00
Product Link: HAOQI
Source: The sample of this product was provided for free by HAOQI.
HAOQI did not have a final say on the review and did not preview the review before it was published.
