KTM MACINA KAPOHO 7972 Review

  • 5699 €
  • Aluminium
  • Bosch Performance Line CX Smart System
  • 160 mm
  • 750 WH
  • 160 mm
  • 2022
  • 29"
  • 27,9 kg
The MACINA KAPOHO 7972 is one of the cheaper enduro models by KTM. Nevertheless, the design of the aluminium frame is a good one. With the cable routing and the filigree rear construction, however, you notice that this bike had to be calculated with a sharp pencil.
The Performance Line CX Smart System from Bosch shows impressively that they shouldn't be limited to DIY and household products. The very natural motor control and the dynamic power output characterise the character of the Bosch motor. The well-tuned riding modes cater to bikers of all preferences. Thanks to the very good range, you should no longer have any range problems even on very long tours.

At a glance

The most importanten ratings of the KTM MACINA KAPOHO 7972 in comparison to the competitor bikes of following categorie: (6000) .

The Rock Shox chassis provides safety and traction, even when the trail gets rougher. However, it comes to its limit at high speed. Especially for heavy riders, the KTM brakes could be a problem. With four pistons they only decelerate averagely. At the drivetrain components and the rest of the parts, KTM uses average parts. The moderate head tube angle provides a good compromise between stability and agility when going downhill. The reach is also right there in the middle ground. The low bottom bracket height will likely be a sticking point for trail riders, as it negatively affects handling. 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. With weight, the MACINA KAPOHO 7972 is generally one of the heavier e-bikes on the market.

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 5699 €.

Conclusion


Expirience with the KTM MACINA KAPOHO 7972

The developers of KTM have created a solid all-rounder with the MACINA KAPOHO 7972. Even though the E-Mountainbike reveals a weak flank with a middle ground chassis and an average brake system, it remains thanks to an excellent motor and a very strong range:Genetiv a widely applicable vehicle.
Ludwig Döhl - emtb-test.com
KTM MACINA KAPOHO 7972 Review
Ludwig Döhl
Bike enthusiast and founder of emtb-test.com

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technical Details

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SIZE XXS XS S M L XL XXL
Sizing of Manufacturer
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MD
LG
XL
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Wheelsize
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29
29
29
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Stack
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607
616
630
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Reach
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444
462
489
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Top Tube Length
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590
610
640
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Seat Tube Length
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430
450
480
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Seat Tube Angle
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76
76
76
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Head Tube Length
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100
110
125
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Head Tube Angle
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66
66
66
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Bottom Bracket Drop
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7
7
7
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Bottom Bracket Height (absolut)
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367
367
367
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Chainstay Length
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442
442
442
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Wheelbase
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1206
1228
1261
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Standover Height
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804
807
812
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  • Motor Bosch Performance Line CX Smart System
  • Display System Controller
  • Battery 750
  • Frame Macina Kapoho Dimmix Alloy6061 SLL-LTE 160mm UDH
  • Frame Material Aluminium
  • Fork RockShox 35 Gold RL 29" 160mm
  • Spring Unit air
  • Remote-Lockout yes
  • Damper FOX Float X Performance 250x70
  • Gearrange 510%
  • Drivetrain 12
  • Gear Lever Shimano Deore M6100-12
  • Rear Derailleur Shimano Deore XT M8100-12 SGS shadow+
  • Crank KTM TRAIL ISIS 160mm Q16
  • Cassette Shimano Deore M6100-12 / 10-51
  • Chain Shimano M6100-12
  • Brake Set SRAM DB8 4-Piston
  • Brake Rotors 203/180
  • Rims KTM Line - Shimano MT410B CL 32H 110-15TA / Ambrosio E30 Trail 32H 622x30TC / DT Champion 2.0 black
  • Front Hub Shimano MT410, 15x110mm Boost front, 12x148mm Boost rear with MICRO SPLINE driver
  • Rear Hub Shimano MT410, 15x110mm Boost front, 12x148mm Boost rear with MICRO SPLINE driver
  • Tires Front Front: Maxxis Minion DHF, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO, TR, 29" x 2.5",
  • Tires Rear Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO, TR, 27.5" x 2.8"
  • Saddle Selle Italia Model-X Flow
  • Seat Post KTM Comp dropper internal
  • Stem KTM Team Trail35
  • Handle Bar KTM Team Trail35 rizer25 800mm
  • Handle Bar Width 800
  • Head Set Acros AICR internal 1.1/81.5" angle limit
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About the author

Ludwig Döhl

Ludwig Döhl

... has spent more than 100,000 kilometers in the saddle of over 1000 different mountain bikes. The bottom line from many hours on the trail: mountain bikes are awesome if they match your personal preferences! With this insight, he founded bike-test.com to help bikers find their very own dream bike.