Juiced now sells three versions of its moto-style Scrambler, and they’re closer than the price gap suggests. Prices start at $1,399 for the new Scrambler Core, with the Hardtail at $1,699 and the Full Suspension at $1,899. All three share the same pit-bike frame, BMX-style bars, integrated display, lights, turn signals, and PIN-locked speed settings, and all three stay inside the federal three-class ebike system. What separates them is the hardware where Juiced spends the money: the motor, the battery, the suspension, and the brakes.
We’ve reviewed all three, the Core, the Hardtail, and the Full Suspension, and ran each one up the same test hill. This comparison covers the six differences that actually matter, what stays the same, how they performed head to head, a few unboxing and assembly tips from our Core unboxing, and which Scrambler fits which rider.
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Juiced Scrambler Core vs Hardtail vs Full Suspension Specs
| Spec | Scrambler Core | Scrambler Hardtail | Scrambler Full Suspension |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,399 (10Ah) / $1,599 (15Ah) | $1,699 ($1,999 with dual batteries) | $1,899 |
| Motor | 500W hub, 1,176W peak | 750W hub, 1,764W peak | 750W hub, 1,764W peak |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 90 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Controller | 20A | 30A | 30A |
| Battery | 52V 10Ah (520Wh) or 15Ah (780Wh) | 52V 19.2Ah (998Wh), second battery optional | 52V 19.2Ah (998Wh) |
| Advertised Range | Up to 40 / 60 miles | Up to 60 miles (single battery) | Up to 60 miles |
| Charger | 2A | 5A | 5A |
| Pedal Sensor | Cadence | Cadence | Cadence or torque |
| Top Speed | 20 mph throttle, 25 mph pedal assist | 20 mph throttle, 28 mph pedal assist | 20 mph throttle, 28 mph pedal assist |
| Front Suspension | EXHO triple crown, 100mm (80mm Midsize), preload and compression | KKE inverted, 140mm, compression and rebound | KKE inverted, 140mm, compression and rebound |
| Rear Suspension | None | None | KKE coil shock, compression and rebound |
| Brakes | Talon P2 2-piston hydraulic, 180mm rotors | Talon P4 4-piston hydraulic, 180mm rotors | Talon P4 4-piston hydraulic, 180mm rotors |
| Tires | Street Squeeze 20 x 4-inch | Arisun K-Rubber 20 x 4-inch | CST BFT ADV 20 x 4.5-inch knobby |
| Lighting | Headlight, brake light, turn signals | Headlight, brake light, turn signals | Headlight, brake light, turn signals |
| Fenders | Not included | Included | Included |
| Frame Sizes and Rider Height | Core 5’2″+, Core Midsize 4’10″+ | One size, 4’10” to 6’3″ | One size, 4’10” to 6’3″ |
| Seat Height | 31.5″ (30″ Midsize) | 31.5″ | 31.5″ |
| Claimed Weight (with battery) | 73 lbs (75 lbs with 15Ah) | 83 lbs | 85 lbs |
| Payload | 300 lbs | 300 lbs | 225 lbs |
Video: Unboxing the Scrambler Core and Testing It Against the Hardtail
In this video, we unbox the Scrambler Core next to the Hardtail, assemble it, and walk through every component difference between the two, from the charger in the box to the fork, brakes, and motor labels. Then we take the Core out for a throttle run from 0 to 20 mph, a pedal assist top speed check, our hill climb test, and a quick brake check, with the Hardtail’s numbers on screen for comparison.
6 Differences Between the Juiced Scrambler Models
1. Price and Battery Options
Price is the first and biggest gap, and most of it comes from the battery. The Core is $1,399 with a 52V 10Ah (520Wh) pack, or $1,599 with a 15Ah (780Wh) long-range pack. Both the Hardtail and Full Suspension use a much larger 52V 19.2Ah (998Wh) battery, and the Hardtail is the only Scrambler with mounts for a second battery, which Juiced now sells as a $1,999 dual-battery configuration. Its batteries sit in the same under-seat spot and, according to Juiced, are cross-compatible with the other Scramblers.
Even the long-range Core is $100 less than the Hardtail. If your rider is mostly cruising around the neighborhood, the 10Ah pack is plenty, but if you plan to ride mostly on throttle, expect real-world range closer to 20 miles on the standard pack and 25 to 30 on the long-range pack based on our Core testing.
2. Motor Power and Top Speed
The other expensive part of any ebike is the motor, and this is where the Core gives up the most. It runs a 500W hub motor that peaks at 1,176W with 80 Nm of torque on a 20A controller, while the Hardtail and Full Suspension share a 750W motor that peaks at 1,764W with 90 Nm on a 30A controller. All three cap the throttle at 20 mph, but pedal assist tops out at 25 mph on the Core and 28 mph on the other two. On flat ground, the gap is smaller than those numbers suggest. Hills are where you feel it, as you’ll see in our test results below.
Only the Full Suspension offers a torque sensor option, which is most useful in level 1 if you actually want to pedal at an easy pace, since all three are single-speed bikes that most riders will ride on throttle.
3. Suspension
Juiced swapped the Hardtail’s KKE inverted fork for a more traditional-looking EXHO triple-crown fork on the Core. It still has preload and compression adjustment and offers 100mm of travel on the Core and 80mm on the Core Midsize, compared to 140mm with compression and rebound adjustment on the KKE. Pushing down on both in the driveway, they felt about the same, and on the trail the Core’s fork took the edge off bumps well enough. With most of your weight on the seat, though, you’ll still feel rough ground.
Out back, the Full Suspension adds a KKE rear coil shock with compression and rebound adjustment, and it’s the most comfortable Scrambler by a wide margin on broken pavement, grass, and trails. The trade-off is payload, which drops to 225 lbs because the shock changes how the frame carries weight.
4. Brakes
All three use Star Union Talon hydraulic disc brakes with 180mm rotors and motor cutoff levers. The Core gets the two-piston Talon P2, while the Hardtail and Full Suspension use the four-piston Talon P4, which gives you more stopping power. The P2 brakes still felt strong and capable in our Core testing, and the Core is lighter and slower than its siblings, but the P4 setup is the better match for a heavier bike that reaches 28 mph.
5. Tires, Charger, and What’s in the Box
Both the Core and Hardtail use 20 x 4-inch tires with similar tread, Street Squeeze on the Core and Arisun K-Rubber on the Hardtail, and the Core’s rubber felt a little softer out of the box. For more grip, the Full Suspension goes wider and more aggressive with 20 x 4.5-inch CST knobby tires that dig in off-road but roll louder and slower on pavement.
Juiced also trimmed the box on the Core. It ships with a 2A charger instead of the 5A charger that comes with the Hardtail and Full Suspension, so it takes noticeably longer to refill, and it doesn’t include fenders, though a splash guard sits under the frame. On the other hand, the Core comes with a chain guard the others don’t, and you still get a personalized nameplate.
6. Sizing, Weight, and Payload
Only the Core comes in two sizes. Its Midsize version has a slightly shorter wheelbase and a seat an inch and a half lower, at 30 inches, and Juiced rates it for riders 4’10” and up. Meanwhile, the standard Core, Hardtail, and Full Suspension share a 31.5-inch seat height, and the long bench lets riders from about 4’10” to over 6 feet slide forward or back to fit. If you’re buying for a teen, it’s worth checking which ebikes are legal for teens where you live.
It’s also the lightest Scrambler at 73 lbs claimed with the standard battery (75 lbs with the 15Ah pack), compared to 83 lbs for the Hardtail and 85 lbs for the Full Suspension. That still isn’t light, so a smaller rider may struggle to lift any of them. Payload is 300 lbs on the Core and Hardtail and 225 lbs on the Full Suspension.
What’s the Same on All Three Scramblers
Outside of the motor, battery, suspension, and brakes, the three Scramblers are nearly identical. They use the same frame and graphics, the same lift-up moped seat with the battery and controller underneath, the same BMX-style handlebars, grips, and thumb throttle, the same frame-integrated TFT display, and the same headlight, taillight, and turn signals. All three are single-speed, have mounting points for passenger pegs, and offer Class 1, 2, and 3 modes plus a custom top speed you can lock behind a PIN. They’re all certified to UL 2849 with UL 2271 batteries and backed by Juiced’s three-year warranty.
Performance Testing: Core vs Hardtail vs Full Suspension
Throttle Acceleration
On throttle alone from a stop, the Hardtail reached 20 mph in about 5 seconds. On the same run, the Core pulled just under 1,200 watts and got there about a second later, which is a smaller gap than the spec sheet would suggest. For neighborhood riding, most riders won’t notice the difference off the line.
Hill Climb
| Bike | Minimum Speed (Throttle Only) |
|---|---|
| Scrambler Core | 10 mph |
| Scrambler Hardtail | 14 mph |
| Scrambler Full Suspension | 15 mph* |
Hills are where the motors separate. On our throttle-only climb, the Core slowed to a minimum of 10 mph, while the Hardtail held 14 mph on the same hill. That’s a respectable result for the Core given its weight and price, and the motor stayed fairly quiet while it worked, but if you have steep hills on your regular routes, the 750W Scramblers are the better choice. *Our Full Suspension run was with a lighter, roughly 140-pound rider, which helps explain why it edged out the Hardtail despite sharing the same motor.
Unboxing and Assembly Tips
All three Scramblers arrive mostly assembled, and the Core went together quickly with two people. A few things we learned along the way:
- Check the rear box before tossing it. On the Core, it held the chain guard, nameplate, tools, and charger.
- Install the front wheel with a helper. It’s a thru-axle that threads in from the left side. Remove the disc brake spacer first, and have someone lift the fork while you line up the rotor with the caliper.
- Grease the pedal threads. The left pedal is reverse-threaded, so turn it left to tighten, and a little grease makes it much easier to remove later.
- Seat the tire beads. The tires ship nearly flat, so inflate them to around 20 PSI and check that the line on the sidewall sits an even distance from the rim all the way around before you ride.
- Match the connectors. The color-coded arrows on the front connectors line up and press together.
- The Core’s chain guard takes extra work. You have to remove the front chainring to install it.
- Torque every bolt to the specs in Juiced’s assembly instructions.
Which Juiced Scrambler Should You Buy?
Choose the Scrambler Core if you’re buying for a teen or a shorter rider, want the Core Midsize frame, or will mostly ride around the neighborhood. It’s the most affordable way into a Scrambler, it keeps the same look and features, and the lower 25 mph top speed is a plus for many parents. Step up to the 15Ah battery if your rider will cover real distance on throttle.
Choose the Scrambler Hardtail if you have steep hills, want more range, or are buying for an adult who wants the full 28 mph and stronger brakes. It’s also the only Scrambler with a 300 lb payload, the bigger battery, and the option to add a second pack. Choose the Scrambler Full Suspension if you’ll spend time on rough pavement, grass, or trails, or simply want the most comfortable ride and the option of a torque sensor, as long as the 225 lb payload works for you.
Still shopping beyond Juiced? See how the Hardtail stacks up in our Super73 B1G vs Scrambler Hardtail comparison, or browse our roundup of the best moped-style ebikes.
Final Thoughts
With the Core, Juiced has taken away most of the reasons a parent might hesitate on a moto-style ebike. It costs $300 less than the Hardtail, comes in a smaller size, keeps the PIN-locked speed settings and nearly all of the styling and features, and still feels quick off the line. What you give up is hill-climbing power, range, fork travel, and four-piston brakes, and that’s exactly what the Hardtail and Full Suspension are for. Match the bike to the rider and the routes, and any of the three is one of the best values in moped-style ebikes right now.
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