Pivot Shuttle SL PRO XO1 Review

Even steep ramps are surprisingly easy to climb with the Fazua motor. With its boost function, which provides 450 watts of support for a short period of time, the Fazua Ride 60 reduces the gap between light and classic full-power motors. At the moment, hardly any other light motor offers such a good combination of natural support, dynamic power delivery and capability. Fans of XXL tours are greatly restricted by the Shuttle SL PRO with only an average range. The battery is firmly integrated into the frame and can not be easily removed.

Even on rough terrain, the Shuttle SL PRO doesn't lose its composure thanks to the excellent Fox chassis, giving you a lot of control. Thanks to the solid power, the Shimano brakes can be counted on in the upper class segment. With four pistons , Pivot won't take any chances in that area. A nice touch: The gear and components are on a very good level. When it comes to the geometry, Pivot 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. Due to the short chainstays , when climbing steep sections, it requires active weight shifting to prevent the front wheel from lifting. It's no use beating around the bush: the geometry of Pivot doesn't suit our taste. Competitors are closer to the cutting edge here.