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On smoother singletrack, faster-rolling tires and lighter builds show up clearly, and that's what this score reflects. Most of the story comes from a heavier build, wheel momentum that helps it carry speed between pedal strokes, typical trail-width tires, and a solid drivetrain that supports efficient riding. Together, these choices shape rolling resistance and how lively the bike feels.

On steep roads, it comes in at 5.3/10. Within e-mountain bikes, it sits around the middle. The low gear should feel friendly on most hills. Your easiest gear lands around 18.2 gear inches. In its peer group, it lands around the easier ~59% for low-gear climbing. We use “gear inches” as a shortcut for climbing gearing. Lower numbers mean you can spin more easily when it gets steep. With roughly 24.7 kg under you, you’ll feel the weight on longer climbs even with a decent low gear. The motor support helps you keep rolling when the slope kicks up. It’s set up so climbs feel controlled rather than a grind. Real-world feel depends on setup and size, and some details aren’t always listed, so this is best seen as a well-informed estimate.

For suspension control, it lands at 8/10. Category: “High-impact ready”. It typically supports higher-speed rough sections where impacts stack up quickly. Suspension at both ends helps keep wheel tracking steadier when the surface gets rough. When exact travel numbers aren’t available, we base this on the suspension layout and what’s typical for similar builds. This is meant for rougher terrain where repeated impacts demand stable wheel tracking.

Sporty fit - more tuck for efficiency, but still manageable for many riders. This is mainly because the cockpit sits 61 mm below the saddle (a moderate drop), and the cockpit stretches you forward by ~630 mm (very long). You'll likely be near 31 degrees of lean.

That is why we tag it Moderately Adjustable. What drives the fit flexibility here: Standard cockpit parts make it simpler to fine-tune your position over time, Internal cable routing can slow down fit-related part changes - A dropper post adds practical adjustability while riding.

Ride comfort is 8.4/10 — on a real ride it feels very smooth. It’s tagged Balanced for Enduro — it feels very smooth overall, but it’s on the firmer end compared with the plushest Enduro builds. The posture is forward, attacking (posture 7/10, torso ~31°), which puts you in an attack stance, which can feel more intense on long, rough descents.

This looks like strong value, even if it’s not the absolute cheapest listing. The value score is 1–10. Higher means better value for money; lower means the price is high for what you get. Uses MSRP as a baseline; real-world prices can be lower (discounts can change the value). On the spec estimate, the price is close to what we’d expect for a comparable build. In its peer group, it tends to be better-priced than many, beating about 78% of listings. To anchor it: price €6.721 versus an estimated €7.122 for a similar build. Put simply: it’s competitively priced for what you get.

This setup suits steeper, rockier terrain and harder hits. It has about 160 mm of suspension travel (how much it absorbs bumps), which helps on rough, technical trails. Overall, the setup matches this surface range well.