AMPD Bros Taipan
Pedal-assist, rated to 250W, assist cuts at 25 km/h. Declared by the brand; declaration not independently sighted.
AMPD Bros Taipan (2026) at a glance
The AMPD Bros Taipan is a chopper-style fat bike with an 80Nm Bafang rear hub, a 52V 20Ah Samsung-cell battery with a claimed 80km range, front suspension, a removable backrest, Shimano Altus 7-speed and 180mm hydraulic brakes on 20 x 4.0 tyres. Sold in a 250W road-compliant build or an off-road build.
The AMPD Bros Taipan is a fat tyre e-bike sold in Australia at $3,790 (price checked 9 Oct 2026). It pairs a Bafang rear hub hub drive motor with 80Nm of torque, a 1,040Wh battery rated for up to 80km, 20 x 4.0 AMPD Bros Blizzard wheels, and weighs 50kg. It is listed as a 250W pedal-assist e-bike limited to 25 km/h for Australian roads.
Also sold or searched as: AMPD Bros Taipan.
Is it for you?
Best suited to
Riders who want a laid-back chopper style fat bike with a backrest and a big 52V battery for cruising coastal paths.
Standout strength
A 52V 20Ah Samsung-cell battery, 80Nm Bafang hub and front suspension in a chopper frame unlike anything else in the AMPD range.
The main compromise
At about 50kg it is very heavy for an e-bike, and the brakes are 2-piston units on a bike this size.
Consider something else if
You need to lift or rack the bike, since it weighs about 50kg.
Check before you buy
Order the 250W Road Compliant configuration if you will ride on public roads; AMPD says the build cannot be changed later.
Full specification
Drive and power
Frame and ride
Australian compliance
Pedal-assist, rated to 250W, assist cuts at 25 km/h. Declared by the brand; declaration not independently sighted.
Taipan vs ACE PRO
| AMPD Bros Taipan | AMPD Bros ACE PRO | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $3,790 | $3,990 |
| Motor | Bafang rear hub, hub drive | Bafang rear hub, hub drive |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Battery | 1,040 Wh | 1,200 Wh |
| Claimed range | 80 km | 100 km |
| Weight | 50 kg | 40 kg |
| Frame | Chopper-style aluminium step-over, removable backrest, 180kg max load | Moto-style aluminium, dual suspension, 180kg payload rating |
| Wheels | 20 x 4.0 AMPD Bros Blizzard | 20 x 4.0 fat |
| Category | Fat Tyre | Fat Tyre |
| Availability | In stock | In stock |
Choose the Taipan if
it costs $200 less.
Choose the ACE PRO if
its battery is 160 Wh bigger, so you charge less often on long rides; it has 15 Nm more torque for steep hills and heavy loads; it is 10 kg lighter to lift onto a rack, train or stairs.
How you would ride it
AMPD Bros
Designed in Queensland, AMPD is the Australian-grown brand that built its name on fat-tyre adventure bikes and now claims best-selling status in its category every year since 2019.
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Common questions
How much does the AMPD Bros Taipan cost in Australia?
The AMPD Bros Taipan is listed at $3,790 (price at ampdbros.com.au). eBikeFinder checks pricing against manufacturer and distributor information, and prices can change with sales and stock. This price was last checked on 9 Oct 2026.
Is the AMPD Bros Taipan road legal in Australia?
Yes. The AMPD Bros Taipan is a 250W pedal-assist e-bike that stops assisting at 25 km/h, which meets the road-legal e-bike standard in every Australian state. It ships with a throttle; on a road-legal e-bike the throttle must not propel the bike above 6 km/h, so check how the throttle is set for your state. Compliance is asserted by the brand rather than independently verified, so confirm the current spec with the seller.
What is the range of the AMPD Bros Taipan?
The AMPD Bros Taipan has a claimed range of about 80 km from its 1040Wh battery. Real-world range is usually lower than the claim, since it depends on assist level, rider weight, terrain and wind.
What motor does the AMPD Bros Taipan have?
The AMPD Bros Taipan uses a Bafang rear hub motor, in a rear hub position, producing 80Nm of torque.
How much does the AMPD Bros Taipan weigh?
The AMPD Bros Taipan weighs about 50 kg. That matters if you need to lift it onto a car rack, carry it up stairs, or store it, since e-bikes are heavier than regular bikes because of the motor and battery.
Who sells and backs the AMPD Bros Taipan in Australia?
The AMPD Bros range is distributed in Australia by AMPD Bros (Gold Coast, QLD). It comes with a 2 years frame, 2 years motor and battery warranty. Buying from a brand with real Australian support matters most when something needs a warranty claim or a service.