It’s easy to say that a bike rides extremely well or vice versa, but there are many factors that contribute to this overall sense. Here, we’ll discuss the Magnum Bliss’ sizing, handling, overall comfort, user interface, and more.
Magnum offers the Bliss in a single, accommodating frame size for riders between 4’10” and 6’2”. To achieve such a wide fit range, the bike offers multiple adjustment points. Its saddle height can be set within an 8.5” range, while its handlebar height/reach can be changed by altering the angle of the adjustable stem.
At 5’11”, I found a comfortable fit with the saddle near its highest position and the stem angled to roughly the middle of its range of rotation. The result was a relaxed, almost entirely upright seating position with good leg extension and a strain-free experience.
The Bliss has many features that contribute to its smooth and comfortable ride. In addition to the 100mm suspension fork and shock-absorbing 24×4” tires, the bike comes with ergonomic faux leather grips on slightly curved, mid-rise handlebar. The soft, supportive spring saddle rounds everything out. Put together, these elements make the bike completely easy and enjoyable to ride.
In terms of handling, the 70mm handlebars felt sturdy and offered great steering control. With slightly smaller than average diameter tires, the Bliss felt a bit more nimble than I’m used to for a fat tire e-bike, though it still felt appropriately planted and stable when cornering. The step-thru frame flexed somewhat, but overall, I was impressed with its feel.
Of course, it’s also worth noting that, like all fat tire e-bikes, the Bliss is suitable for riding beyond just paved roads and paths. The bike’s cruiser influence makes it more ideal for a cruise around town than a wilderness adventure, but light off-roading, such as exploring a gravel multi-use trail or riding on a dirt path through a park, is within its wheelhouse.
As with most of its models, Magnum equipped the bike effectively for daily use. The Bliss includes integrated LED lighting (headlights and a tail/brake light), a high-capacity MIK-HD cargo rack compatible with locking accessories, fenders, and an AirTag-compatible bell. It’s not overloaded with features, but the basics are present and well done.
Its user interface is similarly well-executed, with a color display and a small four-button remote/control panel. While there is an advanced settings menu that can be accessed by holding the M button on startup, it isn’t overwhelming or too complex. As such, the Bliss is easy to grasp and operate, making it well-suited for riders who want simplicity.
Overall, the Bliss offers a respectable package, but we acknowledge that it lacks some common features shared by many similarly-priced e-bikes. The addition of relatively small things, such as an included AirTag, a higher-amperage fast charger, integrated turn signals, etc., would boost the bike’s value and make its price more competitive.
As a whole, though, the bike’s ride quality is great. The bike is useful, functional, comfortable, and enjoyable to ride. We also appreciate that it looks great, too—the metallic purple Amethyst paint job of our test bike was a standout, and the orange Wildfire looks extremely eye-catching and full of personality, too.
