HITWAY BK16 vs Giant Explore E+ 2
Comparison 2026 — Electric Bikes
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Our verdict
Based on our weighted scoring, the Giant Explore E+ 2 edges out the HITWAY BK16 with an overall score of 87/100 against 68/100. It scores particularly well on motor performance (85/100) and comfort (89/100), making it the better all-round pick in Electric Bikes.
The HITWAY BK16 remains a sensible alternative if price is your main concern — it lands at €599.00 versus €2799.00.
Motor performance winner
Giant Explore E+ 2
21% higher than its rival
Value winner
HITWAY BK16
6% better value for money
Specifications
| Specification | HITWAY BK16 | Giant Explore E+ 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €599.00+367% | €2799.00 |
| Rating | ★4.1 (1,240) | ★4.5 (760) |
| Overall | 68/100 | 87/100+28% |
| Motor & Drivetrain | ||
| Motor | 250W achternaafmotor / 250W rear hub | Giant SyncDrive Sport (Yamaha) |
| Power | 250W nominaal / nominal | — |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 80 Nm+129% |
| Gearing | Shimano 7-speed | Shimano Deore 10-speed+43% |
| Drive | Ketting / Chain | Ketting |
| Support modes | — | Eco/Basic/Active/Sport/Power |
| Battery & Range | ||
| Capacity | 504 Wh (36V 14Ah)+1% | 500 Wh EnergyPak |
| Range | 35-55 km | 60-110 km+71% |
| Charge time | 6-7 uur / hours+33% | 4.5 uur / 4.5 hours |
| Removable | Ja / Yes | Ja / Yes |
| Frame & Comfort | ||
| Frame material | Aluminium | ALUXX aluminium |
| Frame type | Vouwframe / Folding frame | Trekking diamant / Trekking diamond |
| Wheel size | 26 inch | 28 inch+8% |
| Suspension | Geen / None | SR Suntour NEX 63 mm |
| Foldable | Ja / Yes | — |
| Seatpost | — | Standaard / Standard |
| Safety | ||
| Brakes | Mechanische schijfremmen / Mechanical disc brakes | Hydraulische schijfremmen Tektro / Hydraulic disc brakes Tektro |
| Lighting | LED voor- en achterlicht / LED front and rear | Supernova E3 60 lux |
| Lock | Geen / None (budget extra) | Optioneel / Optional |
| Top speed | 25 km/h (wettelijk / legal limit) | 25 km/h (wettelijk / legal limit) |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 27 kg | 23.9 kg+13% |
| Max load | 120 kg | 136 kg+13% |
Pros and cons
HITWAY BK16
Pros
- €599 — potentially the lowest price at which you get a usable e-bike with a serious battery
- Over 1,200 Amazon reviews give a clear picture of long-term reliability
- Folds in under a minute — fits in a car boot or a small shed
- 504 Wh battery delivers a realistic 45-55 km range in Eco mode
Cons
- Components are clearly budget: basic shifter, generic brake pads, simple LCD
- No ART certification and no rear rack — extra cost to be commute-ready
- Service and spare parts only through HITWAY — slow turnaround
Giant Explore E+ 2
Pros
- SyncDrive Sport motor delivers strong 80 Nm torque for hills and headwinds
- Sporty trekking geometry combines speed with comfort
- SR Suntour front fork with 63 mm travel for unpaved paths
- Shimano Deore 10-speed with wide range for both city and dunes
Cons
- No integrated rear rack or mudguards as standard
- Yamaha motor has a smaller service network than Bosch in the Netherlands