Adam Scepaniak 08.06.25
Electric bicycles – or eBikes – are gaining a lot of traction in the hunting community as they have proven themselves to be more than capable for our needs of scouting, hunting, and even recovering game from the field. The torque, battery life, and speed that is available is truly astounding. It has now become a game of “what is best for you” as opposed to “do these things work” (hell yeah, they work!). One of the preeminent leaders in this space for outdoorspeople is Bakcou. With everything from eBikes, eMoto, and eScooters available, they have everything to satisfy your outdoor needs from the ranch patio to a precarious hunting ridge and everything in between. It simply begs the question of “what is right for you” knowing that the sky is the limit in price and performance. So, what if you did go after that upper echelon of eBikes? Would you get the return on investment? We are going to answer those questions today as we take a look at the Bakcou Mule SD 26 in a Matte Army Green colorway to see how it performs. Let’s dive in!
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Specifications – Bakcou Mule SD 26 in Matte Army Green
The Bakcou Mule SD 26 in a Matte Army Green colorway has a starting MSRP of $5,799 depending on what accessories you add to your order (if you decide to go with any). If Army Green isn’t your jam, they do have other colorways of Matte Gunmetal Grey, Matte Burnt Orange, and Camouflage as well. Additionally, you have options of 26″ or 24″ tires, and the ability to add in a 2nd battery (15 amp hours or 20 amp hours), if you so choose. The rest of the important specs that you are going to want to know are listed below as presented Bakcou:
- DISPLAY – Integrated Stem Display
- AXLE – M12 X 1.5 220mm Quick Release Axle
- BRAKES – Powerful Tektro HD E725 Quad Piston Hydraulic 203mm Front & Rear Rotors
- THROTTLE – Removable Left Thumb Throttle
- FRAME – Air-Craft 6061 Aluminum Alloy
- STEERING – PROMAX Wide 760mm Handlebars with ergonomic locking grips
- SIZE – 24” and 26” options; tailored to height and athletic ability
- SUSPENSION – Inverted High-Performance 120mm AIR Front Fork
- TIRES – 24” x 4.0″ CST | 26” x 4.0″ Maxxis Minion
- OTHER COMPONENTS – Shock-Absorbing suspension seat post, skid-proof wide stance pedals, rear pannier rack, chain stay protector, puncture proof tire liners
- BAKCOU CONNECT – Integrated Battery 52V – 20ah Lithium-Ion battery with 52v / 4amp Smart Charger. Know the health of your bike and location with enhanced security technology.
The Bakcou Mule SD 26 is delivered with Bakcou Connect free for the first year, and a small fee for each additional year. It touts a dual battery option (40 total amp hours), a modular rack with quick release system, and an integrated display with ODP system. These are all U.S.-Made components and it is backed with a U.S.-based and industry leading customer service team.
- TECHNOLOGY – Comprehensive ‘ on-Demand Program’ for all classification selections.
- GEARING – SRAM NX hill-climbing 11 speed, 40t front chain ring, 11tx42t rear cassette.
- MOTOR – Bafang Ultra M620 750w/1000w mid-drive motor with integrated Torque sensor and 160Nm of torque / 1500 peak wattage output.
- BATTERY – Integrated Battery 52V – 20ah Lithium-Ion battery with 52v / 4amp Smart Charger.
*Dual Battery Option – Extra 15ah or 20ah battery to extend your distance w/ a fully integrated modular rack w/ Quick Release System.*
A Word from Bakcou on the Mule SD 26
Forget everything you know about e-bikes. The Bakcou Mule SD isn’t just our flagship bike—it’s your ticket to conquering any terrain. Engineered for the hardcore outdoorsman, this beast packs the punch of Bafang’s Ultra mid-drive motor—the “Diesel Engine” of e-bike motors. With an industry-leading rear rack system supporting up to 52V 40Ah and over 100 miles of range, the Mule SD laughs in the face of impossible journeys.
Bakcou Connect technology means you’re never truly alone—lock, track, and monitor your ride with the same vigilance you’d use tracking a trophy buck. This isn’t just transportation. This is freedom on two wheels.
What’s the Upsell? What’s the 30-Second Elevator Pitch?
There are numerous, quality eBikes out in the marketplace that are pushed towards outdoorspeople like us. So, why buy the Bakcou Mule SD 26? What’s the upsell? What is the 30-second elevator pitch for someone to dive in on this one? For me, some of the headlining points are listed below as well as many others we are about to outline in a second:
- Modular Rack – Transform your Ride! Experience the patent pending rack system Bakcou has innovated to add all your favorite accessories with ease. Because serious outdoor enthusiasts deserve serious gear.
- Dual Battery – Conquer distances with dual batteries packing up to 40 amp hours. Why turn back when you can keep going? Double battery, double possibilities—range anxiety ends here.
- Bakcou Connect – Know the health, location and security of your bike at ALL TIMES—enhancing your outdoor adventures from anywhere.
Assembly – Bakcou Mule SD 26 in Matte Army Green
If you go ahead and purchase one of the Bakcou Mule SD 26 eBikes, you are going to have some assembly needed for yourself, but we promise it is not bad at all (nothing like IKEA furniture, for sure). While this eBike is comprised of a lot of moving parts, you thankfully don’t have to assemble it from scratch.
You can start by cracking open your cardboard box; either from the top (which I did to get this beautiful bike back to the good folks at BakCou) or cutting into the side will allow you to more easily pull the heavy parts out.
I started out by getting all the bits and pieces out of the box, on the ground, and in front of me. This will be tools that are included, a charger, foot pedals, and some other small components, none of which you want to misplace or lose.
If you’re looking for a step-by-step process of how to assemble this eBike, I will leave that to Bakcou to explain in their wonderful video below. It is not difficult by any means. It is simply procedural and you want to do things in the correct order and the right manner. It ended up taking me probably 20 – 30 minutes to assemble my Ebike, and I did not read the directions.
Field Use – Bakcou Mule SD 26 in Matte Army Green
What is truly important is how did the Bakcou Mule SD 26 in a Matte Army Green colorway perform?… For this review, I used this eBike for close to 2 months and attempted to ride it across a lot of varying terrain. This eBike got assembled in a parking lot, and once it was properly assembled, I set about seeing how fast it could go (obviously). To my dismay, it only went, like 8 MPH… I quickly realized I had it in “Class 1,” or the lowest (most tame) setting possible. I quickly read the manual and watched some supplementary videos that Bakcou has on the subject to remedy this situation. After bumping up the eBike to “Unlimited,” the beast was unleashed!
I was able to clock startling speeds. Speeds that I did not know eBikes were capable of:
- 21.1 MPH – Gravel road, uphill
- 32.8 MPH – Gravel road, downhill
- ~39 MPH – Paved asphalt road, downhill
The Bakcou Mule SD 26 isn’t just fast though, it is also stealthy. I repeatedly was able to sneak up on whitetail deer and turkeys in broad daylight because this eBike is so quiet and quick. You can cover a lot of ground fast while simultaneously not drawing attention to yourself.
The display screen doesn’t photograph well, but I found it to be very easy to read and see even in bright sunlight conditions. I also took this thing for a spin in some rain showers and water beads off and doesn’t obstruct what you need to see while using the Mule SD 26.
I found the seat to be very comfy, even during long sessions of using the eBike.
The tires have hefty tread and could easily chew through thick mud, a forest stream, and even clumped-up, tall, heavy grass. I never felt “bogged down” no matter what terrain and obstructions I attempted to drive over.
The brakes for both the front and rear tires, as well as the throttle, were very responsive. I never felt any lag or lack of engagement when you’d use them. I found that reassuring. Whether you needed to speed up for something, or come to a grinding halt.
As someone who doesn’t simply like to be in the outdoors, but loves to hunt as well, I also appreciated the modular rack on the rear tire to tie a bag to or other gear that I might be toting out in the field with me.
Pros and Cons
I have a lot of positives to gush about for this eBike. I have played with a ton of the new eBikes geared towards hunters at trade shows and now am looking to accomplish more thorough reviews for ya’ll here on AllOutdoor like this. So, for me personally, I see it like this:
Pros
- Incredibly Fast, Strong – Torque when you need it
- Responsive – Great brakes and throttle
- Ease of Use – I’m anti reading the directions, and this has been easy to use
- Capable – Can conquer any terrain I attempted
- Supportive – Good seat and shocks for a pleasant ride
- Long Battery – 120+ miles of range, which is amazing
Cons
- Price – The sticker of $5,799 could be a barrier for a lot of people
- Needs a Wheel Well Guard on Front Tire – Had a lot of rain hit my face on rainy days from the front tire
Final Thoughts
So, what are my final thoughts on the Bakcou Mule SD 26 in a Matte Army Green colorway?… Overall, I absolutely loved this eBike! I probably had 10+ friends and even strangers try riding it because it was the “talk of the town” everywhere I went. I rode it through my city to hit up a food truck, I took it through the middle of a lush Minnesota forest with zero trails present, and it had some good ol’ fun on my parents ranch. It exceled everywhere.
The only points of constructive criticism that I could conjure up are the price and a wheel well cover for the front tire. If you’re busting through a wet field 20+ MPH, you’re likely to get a bit of water on your face (all in a speedy day’s work). And while everyone might see the Mule SD 26 as being expensive, I would view it through the lens of being an investment.
If you’re someone who hunts National Parks, public wildlife refuges, or parcels that simply do not allow for gas-motorized vehicle traffic, then you need this! The technology and power that is infused in the Mule SD 26 exceeded even my expectations, and I play with eBikes semi-routinely. If you’re more price-conscious or don’t envision yourself using an eBike that much, then I’d definitely refer you to some of the more affordable options that they have on their Website.
In closing, I want to say thank you to Bakcou for allowing AllOutdoor and myself the opportunity to try out their Bakcou Mule SD 26 in Matte Army Green colorway. That is greatly appreciated. Also, we would like to know what all of you guys and gals think? Do you believe that the Bakcou Mule SD 26 in Matte Army Green colorway is something worth spending your money on? Would you take one with you hunting? Scouting? Or, trail riding with friends? As always, let us know all of your thoughts about Bakcou and the Bakcou Mule SD 26 in the Comments below! We always appreciate your feedback.
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