Stellar Falcon Step-Thru

To look at the original Euphree Stellar Falcon Step-Thru (Gen 1) is to look at the exact machine that put Euphree on the map as a serious contender in the luxury comfort space. While the newly updated Falcon 2 captures the latest refinements, the first-generation Stellar Falcon Step-Thru is the classic blueprint that proved you could pair an ultra-accessible frame with genuine, rugged off-road capability.

It earned its reputation by packing top-tier mountain bike components—like a long-travel air suspension fork and premium Schwalbe rubber—into a low-step commuter chassis.

The Technical Snapshot (Gen 1)

• Power & Muscle: Driven by a punchy, high-torque 750W Bafang geared rear hub motor that peaks out over 1200W and 90Nm of torque, delivering highly aggressive hill-climbing power.
• Dual-Sensor Delivery: Integrates Euphree's signature dual torque and cadence sensor ecosystem, allowing you to choose between an athletic, bionic-feeling pedal response or a relaxed, effortless cruise.
• Battery & Safety: Powered by a frame-integrated 48V 15Ah (720Wh) battery packed with premium LG cells, maintaining an impressive range of 35 to 70 miles. It carries full safety certifications to meet UL 2271 and UL 2849 standards.
• Speed & Drivetrain: Operates out of the box as a high-speed Class 3 e-bike capable of hitting 28 mph under pedal assist (and 20 mph via the left-side thumb throttle). It manages power via an 8-speed Shimano Altus drivetrain with a standard 11-34T freewheel.
• Plush Trail Suspension: Boasts excellent off-road compliance by pairing a long-travel SR Suntour XCM 32 Air front fork with a generous 110mm of travel with an SR Suntour NCX suspension seatpost and a wide Velo comfort saddle.
• Brakes & Wheels: Stopped reliably by Tektro E350 hydraulic disc brakes clamped onto 180mm rotors front and rear. It grips the road with high-volume Schwalbe Johnny Watts 27.5x2.8-inch all-terrain tires laced with heavy-duty 12G/13G stainless steel spokes.
• Sizing & Frame Style: Built on an open 6061 aluminum step-through frame with a highly accessible 19-inch standover height. Weighing 74 pounds, it accommodates a maximum payload of 350 pounds and is ergonomically tailored to fit riders between 5'2" and 6'0".

What Actually Changed on the Falcon 2?

If you are trying to decide between tracking down a deal on a classic Gen 1 or springing for the newer Falcon 2 Step-Thru, here is exactly where Euphree made their generational upgrades:

• The Motor: Gen 2 upgrades to the Bafang H560 motor, which is re-engineered to be drastically quieter (dropping motor hum down to a whisper-quiet 60 dB).
• The Brakes: Gen 2 jumps from 180mm rotors up to massive 203mm rotors front and rear, giving you noticeably sharper stopping power under heavy loads.
• The Gearing: Gen 2 replaces the 11-34T gears with a custom 10-32T freewheel paired with a massive 50T chainring, which completely eliminates "ghost pedaling" when you are flying along at 28 mph.
• The Geometry & Suspension: Gen 1 actually features more suspension travel in the front fork (110mm vs 90mm on the Gen 2). However, Gen 2 compensates by shortening the front end slightly to give the rider a much more natural, upright cruising posture.