V2 Gets a Lower-Kv Winding — It Pulls Harder in Every Gear
Since this post went live we've confirmed a key detail about how the V2 M560 puts power down: it uses a winding with roughly 15% lower Kv than the outgoing motor. Kv is the motor's velocity constant — the RPM it spins for every volt you feed it. Lower the Kv and you trade a sliver of top-end spin for a proportional gain in twisting force. Put simply, the V2 is wound to pull, not just to rev.
Because torque scales inversely with Kv, that ~15% drop means the 2000W V2 motor makes proportionally more torque at any given current — and it does so in every gear. Where the previous motor might have you hunting for the right cog on a steep, technical pitch, the V2 simply digs in and drives: more grunt off the bottom, more authority mid-climb, and more margin when the trail kicks up on you unexpectedly.
A note on the numbers: we have not yet independently bench-verified the V2's peak torque figure. The gain is projected from the Kv change and should track proportionally with it, but treat the torque increase as expected rather than confirmed — we'll update this post with measured results once our own dyno testing is complete.
What about top speed? Barely touched. On stock gearing — a 38T front chainring with a 29" x 2.4" rear tire — the V2 tops out at about 39 mph in Off-Road Only mode, roughly 1 mph off the outgoing motor. Want the full 40 mph? Step the front chainring up to 40T and you're right back to it. Either way you give up a whisker at the very top end and gain a meaningfully harder-pulling motor everywhere below it — a trade almost every enduro rider will take without a second thought.
And it's more efficient for it. Real-world torque rises roughly in proportion to the RPM the motor gives up, and because the V2 reaches the torque you need at lower RPM, it spends more of every ride inside its efficient operating band instead of screaming near the top of its range. More time in that sweet spot means less wasted heat, steadier delivery under load, and better use of every watt-hour in the 1050Wh pack. Net result: the V2 2000W M560 pulls harder in every gear, gives up almost nothing at the top, and runs more efficiently doing it.
The Bafang M560 already set the bar for lightweight, high-output mid-drive power. The new V2 refines it — and paired with HPC's custom controller and firmware, it stands as the most powerful e-enduro motor system on the market.
If you're hunting for the most capable e-enduro motor system available in 2026, the search is over. The HPC V2 Bafang M560 system pairs a jaw-dropping 2000W of peak power with 185Nm of torque and a class-leading 52V battery platform. The V2 itself is a set of small, incremental refinements — improved gears, quieter operation — while HPC's custom controller and firmware are what deliver the full 2000W, 185Nm, and dialed-in power delivery no stock motor can match.
01What's New in the V2 M560
The V2 is a set of small, incremental refinements to the M560 platform — nothing dramatic, but each change makes the motor a little better to live with. Layer HPC's custom controller and firmware on top, and the result is the most powerful e-enduro motor system on the market. Here's what's different.
Improved Gears
Redesigned gear internals handle the M560's massive torque with greater durability and a more direct power feel — built to take the abuse of hard enduro riding.
5% Quieter Operation
Refined gear meshing and housing tuning drop motor noise by 5% over the previous generation. More trail, less whine — power you feel without the racket.
New HPC 52V Firmware
New 52V firmware for better power delivery, more intuitive pedal assist, and battery usage optimized specifically for the 1050Wh pack.
HPC Custom Controller
Paired with the new firmware, HPC's custom controller unlocks the full 2000W peak and 185Nm — more power and torque than any comparable e-enduro motor system on the market today.
02The Numbers That Define the System
Three specs decide how an e-enduro motor system performs when the trail gets steep, technical, and relentless: peak power, torque, and battery voltage. The HPC V2 M560 system leads on all three.
2000W Peak Power
The 2000W configuration produces more peak output than any comparable lightweight mid-drive on the market. In the real world that means explosive acceleration out of technical corners, sustained thrust on long fire-road climbs, and a motor that refuses to back off when you need it most.
185Nm of Torque
Torque is what claws you up the impossible stuff. At 185Nm, the V2 M560 delivers the kind of low-end grunt that turns wall-like climbs into a point-and-go exercise. Combined with the bike's gearing, it clears obstacles that leave lesser motors spinning.
52V Class-Leading Platform
Higher voltage means the motor pulls its power more efficiently and holds output better under load. The 52V platform — paired with HPC's custom controller and firmware tuned for the 1050Wh pack — is what lets the M560 sustain its numbers instead of just flashing them for a few seconds.
*The 2000W V2 M560 reaches 40 mph in Off-Road Only mode with a 40T front chainring; on stock gearing (38T front chainring, 29" x 2.4" rear tire) top speed is about 39 mph. Under California law, any e-bike capable of exceeding 28 mph is classified Off-Road Only / OHV and is not intended for street or commuting use. Always ride in accordance with your local off-road regulations.
03Why the V2 M560 Is the Ultimate E-Enduro Motor System
Plenty of motors chase headline numbers. Few can hold them. The V2 M560's advantage is that its power is usable — the improved gears take the torque, the quieter operation makes big power livable, and HPC's custom controller and firmware turn raw output into predictable, controllable drive. That's the difference between a spec sheet and a trail weapon.
As a mid-drive, the M560 mounts its power at the bottom bracket for a low center of gravity, balanced weight distribution, and the ability to leverage the drivetrain for maximum climbing efficiency — advantages no hub motor can match on technical enduro terrain. HPC's custom controller and firmware are what push it past every competitor in its class.
04The HPC Custom Controller & 52V Firmware
The M560's headline numbers don't come from the motor alone. HPC's custom controller and 52V firmware are what unlock the full 2000W and 185Nm — and shape how that power reaches the ground.
Better Power Delivery
Reworked power curves apply torque more progressively, eliminating the surge-and-cut feel of lesser systems. Power arrives when you ask for it and tapers cleanly when you don't.
More Intuitive Pedal Assist
Assist now reads your input more naturally across every PAS level, so the bike feels like an extension of your legs instead of a switch that's either on or off.
Optimized for 1050Wh
Mapping is tuned specifically for the 1050Wh battery, balancing peak output with range so you get the full 2000W without sacrificing all-day trail endurance.
Optimized Battery Usage
The firmware manages power draw intelligently across the 1050Wh pack, getting the most range out of every charge without giving up the peak output when you call for it.
05V2 M560 Full Specifications
| Specification | HPC V2 Bafang M560 (2000W) |
|---|---|
| Peak Power | 2000W |
| Peak Torque | 185Nm (projected from V2 Kv change; not yet bench-verified) |
| Top Speed | 39 mph on stock gearing (38T front chainring, 29" x 2.4" rear tire); 40 mph with a 40T front chainring — Off-Road Only mode |
| Motor Kv | ~15% lower than previous generation |
| Battery Platform | 52V, class-leading |
| Battery Capacity | Up to 1050Wh, USA-built quick-change pack |
| Motor Type | Mid-drive, bottom-bracket mounted |
| Gears | Improved V2 internals for high-torque durability |
| Noise | 5% quieter than previous generation |
| Firmware | HPC proprietary 52V — optimized power delivery & PAS |
| Assembly | Hand-assembled in Simi Valley, California |
06Bikes Powered by the V2 M560
The V2 M560 is exclusive to the HPC Trailblazer family — four builds engineered around the motor, from trail-ready to fully loaded all-terrain. Every one is hand-assembled in the USA and backed by the industry's longest warranty.
The core platform. 2000W V2 M560, 185Nm, ~40 mph off-road. The most direct path to the most powerful e-enduro motor system made.
The upgraded build — premium suspension and components wrapped around the same 2000W V2 M560 powerplant. Enduro without compromise.
Fat-tire all-terrain variant. Manitou Mastodon fork, Magura MT4 brakes, and the full 185Nm V2 M560 for float-over-anything traction.
The flagship all-terrain build. Top-tier components, fat-tire capability, and the most powerful V2 M560 tune HPC makes.
07Frequently Asked Questions
What's new in the V2 Bafang M560?
The V2 brings small, incremental refinements: improved gears for high-torque durability and 5% quieter operation. It also uses a winding with roughly 15% lower Kv, which trades a touch of top-end RPM for proportionally more torque in every gear. Paired with HPC's custom controller and 52V firmware, the system delivers better power delivery, more intuitive pedal assist, and optimized battery usage on the 1050Wh pack.
What does the 15% lower Kv mean for how it rides?
Kv is the motor's RPM-per-volt constant. Lowering it by ~15% raises torque proportionally at any given current, so the 2000W V2 pulls harder in every gear. Top speed drops only about 1 mph on stock gearing in Off-Road Only mode, and a 40T front chainring brings it right back to 40 mph. The motor also spends more time in its efficient RPM band, improving overall efficiency. Note: the resulting peak torque figure has not yet been independently bench-verified.
How much power and torque does the HPC V2 M560 make?
HPC's custom controller and firmware unlock 2000W of peak power and 185Nm of torque — the most in its class, making it the most powerful e-enduro motor system on the market.
How fast is the V2 M560?
On stock gearing — a 38T front chainring with a 29" x 2.4" rear tire — about 39 mph in Off-Road Only mode. Step the front chainring up to 40T and it reaches the full 40 mph. Any e-bike capable of exceeding 28 mph is classified Off-Road Only / OHV under California law and is not intended for street or commuting use.
Why is a 52V platform better?
Higher voltage lets the motor pull power more efficiently and hold output better under load. Paired with the new firmware tuned for the 1050Wh pack, the 52V platform is what lets the M560 sustain its numbers rather than just peak briefly.
Which bikes come with the V2 M560?
The V2 M560 is exclusive to the HPC Trailblazer, Trailblazer Pro, Trailblazer AT, and Trailblazer AT Pro — all hand-assembled in Simi Valley, California.
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