The price gap in high-end e-Mountain bikes is staggering. Brands like Santa Cruz and Rocky Mountain are asking up to €11,000 for their enduro e-MTBs. But those looking to shred extreme terrain don’t have to drain their savings...
Cube knows value for money. But can the Bavarians also deliver ride joy? The Cube Stereo Hybrid One55, with its 160 mm of travel, is eagerly encroaching into the enduro segment. Does this downhill-focused design pay off? ...
Trail E-Bikes are your perfect match if you aren’t already shying away from gnarly trails. This category stands as solid evidence that you can have a blast with minimal suspension travel. ...
SRAM is currently the undisputed leader in MTB drivetrains technology. They have recently made a big splash with their E-bike motors. However, when it comes to brakes, the Americans have been less convincing so far. Can SRAM...
Full EMTB power, a battery with 601 Wh and still under 20 kg. The facts on Cannondale’s new Moterra SL sound too good to be true. So we threw the newbie in the car and headed straight...
Europe’s largest bike manufacturer has kept its fans on tenterhooks for a long time. Now, Cube reveals its first Light-EMTB, the AMS Hybrid One 44. But just how light is it, and what were the key considerations...
Specialized carves a niche between muscle-powered bikes and e-bikes. The result is heavier than the former and less powerful than the latter. The manufacturer is asking for 14,000 € for this innovation. The product promise: in terms...
The new Focus Thron² SL is a rarity; a blend of 130 mm of travel, a weight of 18.6 kg, and a sub €7000 price tag is unmatched in the market. Has Focus hit the bullseye, or...
Enduro e-bikes take it all on. Technical uphills, gnarly downhills, and huge jumps: These e-MTBs push the boundaries of what’s possible. ...
The light EMTB segment is trendy, but also very elitist. If you want an e-mountain bike under 20 kilos, it's not uncommon to have to shell out over €10,000 for it. The entry-level Focus Jam² SL costs €6,399, making it one of the most affordable light EMTBs for serious off-road use. In the test, we check whether it is still fun or whether the compromises outweigh the price....
17.99 kilos! The Mondraker Neat drops the hammer in the light e-bike segment. Because the Spaniards achieve the weight with 160 mm travel at the front and a fully Enduro-suitable equipment. Does the competition have to make big cheeks now?...
E-bike batteries are at least as important as the electric motors themselves. We explain to you which differences in e-bike batteries you need to know, how they affect the range of E-MTBs and what speaks for easily removable, integrated batteries....
Which mid-mounted motor from Bosch, Shimano or Yamaha? The motor is the heart of e-bikes and the top purchase criterion for e-mountain bikes. We compare the most important e-bike motors, go into details about the electric motors and help you find the right drive for your e-bike. ...
The best e-bike at the lowest price! We explain why good e-mountain bikes are not the cheapest and give recommendations on how much you have to spend on e-bikes at least....
E-bike hardtail, E-MTB-Fully with a lot or little suspension travel or an SUV e-bike? The many types and styles can cause confusion when buying an e-bike. We explain where the differences between the categories lie and advise which e-mountain bike really suits you....
Less power, smaller batteries: Light E-MTB motors have created a new class of lightweight e-bikes. We compare the minimalist E-MTB drives, show the best Light E-MTB models 2023 and explain for whom the slim E-Mountainbikes are the right thing at all....
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