Begode MTen5+ (Plus), 750Wh Battery, 1,200W Motor
Begode MTen5+ (Plus), 750Wh Battery, 1,200W Motor
Begode MTen5+ (Plus), 750Wh Battery, 1,200W Motor
Begode MTen5+ (Plus), 750Wh Battery, 1,200W Motor
Begode MTen5+ (Plus), 750Wh Battery, 1,200W Motor
Begode MTen5+ (Plus), 750Wh Battery, 1,200W Motor
Begode MTen5+ (Plus), 750Wh Battery, 1,200W Motor
Begode MTen5+ (Plus), 750Wh Battery, 1,200W Motor

Begode MTen5+ (Plus), 750Wh Battery, 1,200W Motor

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Sale price$1,380.00

  • ETA, 2nd half of September
  • NEW: all new MTen5+ is the zippest/torquiest little Wheel made today. The MTen5+ has the upgraded 24x MOSFET controller, runs up to 50% cooler under similar loads
  • Cruising Speed: with a top-end maximum speed of ~26MPH—voltage, terrain & weight dependent
  • Motor: 1,200W high-speed motor, with a no-load max rotational speed of 44 MPH (not riding speed!)
  • Features: Highly water resistant, integrated, adjustable side pads, spiked pedals, tubeless 12″ tires, matrix-style tail lights, upgraded display, upgraded metal reinforced chassis

CRUISING SPEED

~26 mph

WEIGHT

41 lb

CHARGE TIME

2.5hrs

MAX LOAD

265 lb

BATTERY CAPACITY

750Wh

RANGE

~25-30 Miles

MTen5 QC Report

MTen5+ Upgraded Controller

Begode uses common hardware components across several of their models. In the case of the controller on the MTen5, it's the same board as on the MTen4 & A2.

In early 2024 we requested Begode produce a custom/upgraded controller for the A2, increasing the number of driver MOSFETs from a single set of 6x to 24x. The principle is that with parallelization over four independent H-bridge circuits, the load is distributed, resulting in a higher component safety margin, lower temperatures, enhanced reliability & future-proofing your Wheel for power uprates.

The image on the left represents a side-by-side comparison of the upgraded A2+ board vs the original 6 MOSFET controller. From a firmware perspective, the two boards are interchangeable, requiring no other modifications/changes, apart from the controller

Frequently Asked Questions

How water resistant is the Begode MTen5+?The MTen5+ follows in the footsteps of the A2, which is notably more water-resistant than the average wheel. This is due to the use of rubber grommets and seals, and RTV silicone sealant used in all critical areas, and a conformal coating on the controller PCB. We expect the MTen5 to be even better than the A2/+ in terms of weather resistance, it should be able to be ridden in nearly any conditions!

Who is the Begode MTen5+ made for/how does it stack up to similar wheels?The MTen5+ slots into Begode's lineup between the MTen4 and the A2/+. The MTen5+ will be faster than the A2/+, and will offer more torque despite the motor being wound for speed, as the tire diameter is smaller. That said, the MTen5+ is an excellent first/entry-level wheel, its size and power are ideal for anyone looking to get into the hobby, as well as experienced riders who are looking for a fun, smaller wheel to throw around and run errands and such with ease.

What makes the MTen5+ from eWheels unique?We've pushed Begode to include the upgraded controller from the A2+, which uses 24 MOSFETs compared to only 6 on the base MTen5, making our MTen5 the "MTen5+". This increases reliability and efficiency, as each FET sees less load on an individual level, which also allows for cooler operation and higher phase currents to be pushed to the motor, increasing speed and torque potential.

What’s the top speed?The MTen5+ is expected to reach a top speed of at least 25mph, aided by the more powerful controller and 50S cells, which allow you to maintain a higher top speed for longer.

What’s the real-world riding range?Depending on the road conditions, rider weight, and battery charge, we estimate the average range to be between 20-30 miles per charge, similar to the A2/+.

Is the Begode MTen5+ for heavy riders?The MTen5+ uses the same traditional axle as the MTen4, A2/+, and Falcon, so while it may be rated for 200+ lbs, we recommend heavier riders look into a wheel with a hollow-axle motor, such as the Begode T4 or EX.N, or even the V12 HT, which uses a thicker than usual traditional axle; these wheels also come with the added benefit of more speed and range.

How does the MTen5+ compare to the A2/+ in terms of usability? The A2/+ will be more stable as a result of the larger tire diameter, but the MTen5 offers a higher top speed and more torque again due to the smaller tire diameter and the use of high-discharge 50S cells, and the controller from the A2+. Both wheels are good options for a compact, lightweight wheel, it comes down to whether you value the smallest size/better performance of the MTen5+, or the handling and stability edge of the A2/+.

What tire does the MTen5+ use? Is it tubeless?
The MTen5+ is only offered with the pictured wide 12x3" street tire, but it is tubeless, which is a great feature that reduces the chance of a flat from friction between the tube and tire, and the valve stem and rim. This tire will be excellent for maneuverability, exceeding that of the A2/+, while boosting stability at speed.

How reliable is the MTen5+?Since the MTen5+ uses the same more reliable controller from the A2+, we expect it to be on par, that's to say, quite good! Like the A2/+, the MTen5+ uses a metal frame for increased durability and repairability in the event of a crash, as it can just be bent back into place, where a plastic frame would crack or shatter. This is a great design choice, especially for a beginner-oriented wheel, as drops are to be expected during the learning process.

How fast can you charge the MTen5+?On the A2+, Begode had indicated a max charge rate of 5A as the 50S cells are capable of handling faster charging speeds, but in the end, the BMS was still limited to a 3A maximum charge rate. We expect this to be the same on the MTen5+, but if we find the max charge rate is actually higher, we will edit this entry to reflect that.

How tall is the trolley handle on the MTen5+, it being such a small wheel?From ground to handle, in the fully extended position, the MTen5+ handle reaches a height of ~34", exceeding that of the previous MTen4 by 1", whereas the A2/+'s larger tire diameter affords it a slightly higher handle height of ~36".

Does the MTen5+ offer Bluetooth music capability?Yes, it does! Begode was able to fit the speaker into the headlight assembly, something they could not achieve on the A2/+ or the MTen4.

NEW: Upgraded Samsung High-Power 50S Battery Pack

The most valuable component of any Wheel is its battery pack, the beating pulse of the machine. Over the years it has been found, from painful experience, that pairing a high-powered machine with a battery cell that is not designed for high peak-power applications can result in latent/delayed catastrophic thermal runaway events. To try to minimize this risk, we at eWheels, have insisted the use of high-powered battery cells, particularly on smaller 4 parallel packs, such as the MTen4, A2, T4, S18, Hero, S22, & Master—as the number of parallels increase, the load on each cells decreases accordingly. Until recently, there was the trade-off between power & capacity; now, with the advent of the new Samsung 50S cell, one can have both!

  • Energy Density: 50S has a 20% increase in energy density over the 40T, providing a corresponding increase in range without any weight/bulk penalty.
  • Higher Operating Temperatures: the specifications of the 50S has a vast operating range, from -20 to 80°C/-4 to 176°F vs -20-60°C/-4-140°F with the commonly used 50E/GB cell & as high as 100°C/212°F in Samsung’s test data! This massive margin not only allows the 50S to output up to 3x more power than the 50E, but perhaps more importantly, will greatly improve battery pack safety, there is no conceivable scenario in which these limits will ever be reached, or exceeded.  
  • Power Output: the maximum sustained power output on the 50s is 45A vs 15A on the 50E. At pack level, this represents a total potential sustained output of 15,120W, on the Lynx. From a Rider’s perspective, the main benefit of having this power on-tap is once the pack(s) have been partially depleted, reducing the risk of cut-outs when power is required.  
  • Rapid-charging: another benefit of the 50s over the 50E is charging rates, 2.25x higher, 6A vs 2.5A. It should be noted that although the cell supports the higher charging current, there may be other factors that limit maximum charge rate, such as the charge-port, wiring & BMS components. On the Lynx, the maximum rate of charge should not exceed 16A. 
  • Superior Cycle-life: perhaps the most common misconception of high-power cells is that of reduced cycle-life, but this is fundamentally a misunderstanding of the published datasheet for battery cells. In these publications, Samsung’s data is based on exceedingly high sustained loads of 25A/45A. Other Samsung materials demonstrates that in 10A continuous load scenario, the 50S commands a slight lead over the the 50E for longevity, with >82% capacity retention over 600 cycles.
    It should also be noted that these synthetic tests in no way represent the power demand pattern that is experienced when using your machine, where the average load, on flat terrain, will be closer to 2-3A/cell vs the 10A in the test data—there may be periods where this demand is considerably more than the 10A, which is where the high-power cells really come into their element. In addition, the [50S] 600 cycles were charged at the maximum 6A vs a typical 1.5A (per parallel) with the stock charger, which also has an impact on the pack’s longevity.   

In summary, the 50S battery cell is objectively superior in every measurable metric, with only a marginal increase in upfront cost. It is expected that machines fitted with these packs will retain their value better than other battery cells. 

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