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This MTB speed measure favors setups that roll efficiently without sacrificing too much traction. In comparison with more aero-focused bikes, this build is shaped by a heavier build, wheel momentum that helps it carry speed between pedal strokes, typical trail-width tires, and mid-size wheels that balance agility and momentum. On smoother terrain, the tire setup is biased toward rolling speed on firm ground.

On steep roads, it comes in at 6.1/10. Within e-mountain bikes, it sits around the middle. When it gets steep, the gearing feels very easy. The easiest gear works out to about 17.3 gear inches. Compared with similar bikes, this low gear is easier than about ~81% of them. “Gear inches” sounds nerdy, but it’s just a quick way to describe how easy your lowest gear is to turn uphill. Lower usually means easier. With roughly 23.2 kg under you, you’ll feel the weight on longer climbs even with a decent low gear. Being an e-bike helps on climbs because the assist adds steady push when you need it. This kind of low gear helps you stay smooth on long or steep climbs. Build kits can differ by size and spec level, and not every detail is published by every brand, so use this as a practical guideline.

Suspension setup comes out at 9/10 — “Extreme rough-terrain ready”. It’s intended for the roughest use cases, where suspension control is critical. Full suspension means both ends can absorb impacts, helping the wheels track rough ground more consistently. It’s tuned for steep, rough terrain where keeping the wheels tracking under hard hits is the priority.

Sporty fit - more tuck for efficiency, but still manageable for many riders. It feels this way because bars are around 48 mm lower than the saddle, which is a moderate drop, and the forward stretch measures around 640 mm (very long). You'll likely be near 28 degrees of lean. Spacer height is roughly 15 mm.

Here is the simple reasoning behind the fit flexibility rating: Separate bar and stem components keep fit changes practical, A more service-friendly routing setup makes changes easier. At the same time, A round post makes fit changes simpler than proprietary shapes. Overall, it falls into Adjustable.

Comfort comes out to 8.3/10, which usually translates to a very smooth ride. 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), which puts you in an attack stance, which can feel more intense on long, rough descents.

Compared to similar bikes, this is priced very competitively. 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). Based on the parts list, it’s roughly 28% cheaper than what similar builds typically cost. Against similar bikes of the same type and age, it’s usually on the cheaper side, beating about 99% of listings. Quick reference: €5.145 listed versus about €7.118 for a comparable build. Put simply: this is strong value for what’s included.

This bike is built for rougher, more technical trails where control matters. It has about 170 mm of suspension travel (how much it absorbs bumps), which helps on rough, technical trails. The Full setup supports this riding style.