XMF 1.7 Carbon Race

This MTB speed measure favors setups that roll efficiently without sacrificing too much traction. Most of the story comes from typical trail-width tires and a solid drivetrain that supports efficient riding. Taken together, those choices reduce wasted energy when you're trying to go fast. All else equal, it's tuned for reliability and control rather than maximum speed.

Uphill performance score: 6.6/10. Within e-mountain bikes, this comes out above average. It has an easy low gear for steady climbing. In numbers, the low gear is roughly 18.4 gear inches. Compared with similar bikes, this low gear is easier than about ~49% of them. Think of “gear inches” like a difficulty score for your easiest gear: lower = more spin-friendly on climbs. E-assist can take the sting out of steep ramps, especially at lower speeds. It’s set up so climbs feel controlled rather than a grind. 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.

On the suspension scale, it comes in at 8/10 — “High-impact ready”. It’s designed to stay composed through rough sections and repeated hits. Suspension at both ends helps keep wheel tracking steadier when the surface gets rough. Expect stronger control when braking and cornering on rough terrain. On roots and rocks, it should keep the bike calmer through repeated impacts. It’s designed to stay composed when impacts come quickly one after another, especially at higher speeds.

Balanced fit - a versatile position for long rides and faster efforts. Some measurements were missing, so part of this is estimated.

In E-bikeMountain / Enduro, That is why we tag it Moderately Adjustable. This rating is mainly driven by the parts that affect adjustability: A modular front-end gives more freedom to change stem length or bar width. Another point: A more service-friendly routing setup makes changes easier. In practice, it is about how easy fit changes are with normal parts and service work.

This scores 8.8/10 for comfort, so it feels highly forgiving out on the road. So it’s tagged Ultra Smooth overall. It’s running about 127 mm tires on 29" wheels, and the high-volume tires add a lot of damping and grip on roots, rocks, braking bumps, and repeated hits. The posture is neutral (posture 6/10), which gives a steady, predictable feel without pushing you too far forward.

This bike is built for soft and loose ground where extra tire volume helps. Tires around 5.0 in usually mean it’s more confident on loose, soft surfaces (for example sand or snow). It’s listed as Enduro, but the parts point more toward Soft Terrain.