Corratec E-POWER RS 160 ELITE e-Mountainbike Review

  • 5099 €
  • Aluminium
  • Bosch Performance Line CX
  • 160 mm
  • 625 WH
  • 160 mm
  • 2022
  • 29"
The frame construction of the E-POWER RS 160 ELITE is much simpler than Corratec's link. The price is correspondingly more attractive.
The Performance Line CX from Bosch shows impressively that they shouldn't be limited to DIY and household products. Even steep uphills the Bosch motor easily climbs up well. The Bosch Performance Line CX provides a very natural riding experience with a dynamic power delivery. Achieving such a perfect balance between natural support and power is something few other engines can do. The average range can become a problem especially for long mountain bike rides.

At a glance

The most importanten ratings of the Corratec E-POWER RS 160 ELITE e-Mountainbike in comparison to the competitor bikes of following categorie: (5000) .

As the hits get faster and harder the average chassis limits the downhill fun. The mid-range brakes from Tektro do their job but could be a bit firmer. The power of the four pistons setup is only average. Wide tires provide more grip and comfort. Corratec tends to fit narrow tires with its #reifen_inch_breite Corratec tires. For an All Mountain, we would prefer wider treads. The drivetrain and components have a subordinate but not to be neglected importance when it comes to EMTB. Even the bike brand product managers know this and don't aim too high with mostly average components. When it comes to the geometry, Corratec 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. The bottom bracket is high, which costs handling points. This tends to make the rider stand on the bike. On other EMTBs it feels better integrated. Short chainstays and and a slack seat angle make the front end light in steep climbs. To keep the front wheel on the ground, you need to consciously lean forward. Oh boy, with the geometry you have to be ready to make compromises from our perspective. The most important measurements and angles fall slightly out of the grid of good bikes.

Value for money

If you are keen on value for money, this is your chart. It shows you at a glance how much bike you get for 5099 €.

Conclusion


Expirience with the Corratec E-POWER RS 160 ELITE e-Mountainbike

The developers of Corratec have created a solid all-rounder with the E-POWER RS 160 ELITE. Even though the E-Mountainbike reveals a weak flank with a poor chassis and a middle ground brake system, it remains a widely applicable vehicle. Praise-worthy: 6 years of Warranty on the Frame!
Ludwig Döhl - emtb-test.com
Corratec E-POWER RS 160 ELITE e-Mountainbike Review
Ludwig Döhl
Bike enthusiast and founder of emtb-test.com

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technical Details

Je steiler der Winkel des Sitzrohrs ist, desto effizienter können Sie in die Pedale treten.

SIZE XXS XS S M L XL XXL
Sizing of Manufacturer
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39
42
47
52
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Wheelsize
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29
29
29
29
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Stack
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Reach
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425
445
465
485
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Top Tube Length
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613
633
654
677
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Seat Tube Length
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390
420
470
520
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Seat Tube Angle
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74
74
74
74
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Head Tube Length
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145
145
150
160
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Head Tube Angle
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65
65
65
65
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Bottom Bracket Drop
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Bottom Bracket Height (absolut)
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Chainstay Length
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449
449
449
449
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Wheelbase
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1223
1243
1266
1290
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Standover Height
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655
655
660
669
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  • Motor Bosch Performance Line CX
  • Display Purion
  • Battery 625
  • Frame Corratec E-Power RS 160 Boost
  • Frame Material Aluminium
  • Fork SR Suntour AION EVO 35 RC-PCS Boost, 160 mm Federweg
  • Spring Unit air
  • Remote-Lockout yes
  • Damper SR Suntour Edge LOR Air Trunnion
  • Gearrange 455%
  • Drivetrain 12
  • Gear Lever SRAM SX Eagle, Single Click E Trigger
  • Rear Derailleur SRAM SX Eagle, 12-Gang
  • Crank SRAM X-SYNC E-Power Crank, 34T
  • Cassette SRAM PG1210 Eagle, 12-Gang, 11-50T
  • Brake Set Tektro HD M750, hydraulische Scheibenbremse, 203 mm
  • Brake Rotors 200/180
  • Rims v: ZZYZX Cross Attack, 29''/h: ZZYZX Cross Attack, 650B
  • Rear Hub ZZYZX Cross Attack / ZZYZX Cross Attack
  • Tires Front Michelin Wild Enduro TLR, v: 29 x 2,40
  • Tires Rear Michelin Wild Enduro TLR650B x 2,80''
  • Saddle Selle Italia Model X
  • Seat Post Kindshock 900i, 31,6 mm
  • Stem ZZYZX SL Alloy Stem
  • Handle Bar ZZYZX SL Alloy Handlebar, 800 mm
  • Handle Bar Width 800
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