Amflow PL Carbon Pro Review

The heart of the PL Carbon Pro is, of course, the brand new Avinox. With 105 Nm and a peak power of up to 1000 watts, the Chinese unit is a true powerhouse. Established motors like the Bosch CX or Shimano EP 801 don’t come close to these values and are significantly heavier. Despite its immense power, the Avinox weighs only 2.25 kilograms. That’s about 400 grams or approximately 15% less than the most popular motors from Shimano and Bosch. DJI has also managed to eliminate the annoying gearbox noise that is known from the established competitors in their first attempt. During our test, the motor was remarkably quiet, both under load and during vibrations. The smooth modulation and the very low free angles of the crank before engagement also show that in the field of electronics, no one can compete with DJI. The OLED display with touch function, integrated into the top tube, makes the solutions of established competitors look outdated. Here, too, DJI uses its technological advantage from the world of cameras to take user-friendliness to a new level in the EMTB sector. The batteries associated with the drive system have 800 Wh capacity and stand out from the competition with a fast-charging feature and low weight. According to DJI, a completely discharged battery can be recharged to 75% in just 1.5 hours. Whoever enjoys longer tours will be pleased with the good range. The battery is firmly integrated into the frame and can not be easily removed.

The frame is simply top notch, keeping you in control even on rougher trails full of fast hard hits. Whoever wants to ride fast, needs good brakes. The Magura brakes are equipped with four pistons and large brake rotors. That way, the premium brakes decelerate more than adequately. At the drivetrain components and the rest of the parts, Amflow leaves almost no wishes open and only uses excellent parts. When it comes to the geometry, Amflow does not go completely crazy. The head tube angle and reach values were chosen with care. The result: A balanced riding behaviour with a good combination of playfulness and straight-line stability. Overall, the Amflow developers have done a great job with a god geometry. The scale stays at 20,3 kg with this model. That makes the PL Carbon Pro one of the light Trailbikes.