Mid-Drive Electric Bikes: The Bafang Crank-Drive Range
Seventeen models in the catalogue drive through the cranks. This page maps the mid-drive lineup — M620, M600, M400, BBS02/BBS-HD and the TrunkRun units — across the fat, mountain, city and folding families.
A mid-drive motor applies power at the cranks, so it multiplies torque through the bike's gears: the same 500W produces far more climbing pull in a low gear than a hub motor of equal rating. This factory's catalogue is unusually deep in mid-drives because the company started as a mid-drive motor maker (2011–2014, inner-rotor motors exported to the Netherlands and Japan) before it built complete bikes.
The Mid-Drive Lineup
1000W class
| Model | Motor | Battery | Range (PAS) | Max Speed | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E18-A | Bafang M620 mid-drive, 1000W | LG 48V 15Ah | 40–65 km | 42–48 km/h | 120 kg |
| B17 | Bafang Ultra mid-drive, 1000W | Samsung-cell 48V 17.5Ah | 31–60 km | 50 km/h | 120 kg |
| B11 | Bafang M620 mid-drive, 1000W | LG 48V 15Ah | 31–60 km | 45 km/h | 150 kg |
| B13 | Bafang BBS-HD mid-drive, 1000W | LG 48V 15Ah | 10–30 km | 25 km/h | 150 kg |
| E18-C | Bafang mid-drive, 1000W | LG 48V 15Ah | 31–60 km | 50 km/h | 120 kg |
| M3 (M620) | Bafang M620 mid-drive, 1000W | 48V 10Ah | 31–60 km | 50 km/h | 120 kg |
750W class
| Model | Motor | Battery | Range (PAS) | Max Speed | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B15 | Bafang BBS02 mid-drive, 750W | LG 48V 15Ah | 31–60 km | 50 km/h | 150 kg |
| B19 | Bafang BBS-02 mid-drive, 750W | LG 48V 12.8Ah | 30–40 km | 45 km/h | 150 kg |
| B8 M | Bafang BBS02 mid-drive, 750W | LG 48V 13Ah | 31–60 km | 40 km/h | 100 kg |
500W class
| Model | Motor | Battery | Range (PAS) | Max Speed | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E23 | Bafang M600 mid-drive, 500W | Samsung-cell 48V 20Ah | 80–100 km | 55 km/h | 120 kg |
| M10 | Bafang M600 mid-drive, 500W | LG 48V 15Ah | 40–65 km | 42–45 km/h | 110 kg |
| M11 | Bafang Ultra/M600 mid-drive, 500W | LG 48V 15Ah | 31–60 km | 50 km/h | 120 kg |
| E18-B | Bafang mid-drive, 500W | LG 48V 15Ah | 31–60 km | 50 km/h | 120 kg |
| E10 | Bafang M600 mid-drive, 500W | LG 48V 15Ah | 30–50 km | 35 km/h | 120 kg |
| C7M | Bafang M600 mid-drive, 500W | LG 48V 15Ah frame battery | 31–60 km | 25 km/h | 100 kg |
| C9M | Trunkrun mid-drive, 500W | LG 48V 15Ah frame battery | 31–60 km | 25 km/h | 150 kg |
| C8M | Bafang M600 mid-drive, 500W | Samsung-cell 48V 12.8Ah | 31–60 km | 35 km/h | 100 kg |
| S2 | Bafang M600 mid-drive, 500W (per spec sheet) | 48V 10Ah | 31–60 km | 30–40 km/h | 100 kg |
250–350W class
| Model | Motor | Battery | Range (PAS) | Max Speed | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M9 | Bafang M400 MAX mid-drive, 350W | LG 48V 15Ah integrated | 31–60 km | 50 km/h | 120 kg |
| M15 | TrunkRun M06 mid-drive, 250W (36V) | 36V 10Ah | 30–50 km | 35 km/h | 120 kg |
| C3 Mid-Drive | Bafang MM G010 mid-drive, 250W (36V) | 36V 10Ah frame battery | 31–60 km | 25 km/h | 100 kg |
| F7 Mid-Drive | Bafang M400 mid-drive, 250W (36V) | 36V 7.5Ah | 31–60 km | 25 km/h | 100 kg |
The mid-drive city models (C7M, C9M, C8M) are the commuter expression of the same idea — torque for hills and loads in a 25 km/h city format — while the S2 cruiser's specification table also lists an M600 mid-drive. The mid-drive folding F7 shows the breadth of the platform: even the smallest family has a crank-drive option.
Mid-Drive or Hub?
Mid-drives cost more and wear chains faster; hub motors are simpler and dominate the value lines. The decision framework, with these models as examples, is in the mid-drive vs hub motor guide, and motor-only sourcing is covered on the electric bike motors page.
Questions Buyers Ask
Can I order samples first?
Yes — under the factory's published sample policy, spare units can be provided for sampling; the sample fee and courier cost are paid by the buyer. Confirm availability for the models you want when you inquire.
Which mid-drive is the strongest in the range?
The M620 builds (E18-A, B11, M3 (M620)) and the B17's Ultra are the 1000W top of the range; the E18-A's published peak torque claim is 200 N.m. Confirm the current motor build sheet for contractual figures.
How long does production take?
The published lead time is 30–60 days after the advance payment is received, depending on the product category and order quantity. Ask us to confirm the schedule for the exact models in your inquiry.
What certificates do the products carry?
Certificates available upon request. Send your target market in the inquiry and we will confirm which documentation can be provided for the models you are sourcing.