GRAM-RC

On an MTB, the speed score centers on rolling efficiency when you're pedaling, especially on easier terrain. Even with assistance, heavier builds and high-resistance tires can blunt speed, and this score picks up those differences.

On steep roads, it comes in at 5.7/10. Within e-mountain bikes, it sits around the middle. It’s set up for smooth spinning on steeper climbs. Your easiest gear lands around 17.6 gear inches. On the ‘easier low gear’ scale, it sits around ~76% versus similar bikes. “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. At about 23.3 kg, it’s a heavy build; the low gear matters even more when the slope kicks up. 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. 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 bump control, it’s 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. This level is meant for the most demanding roughness, staying stable through repeated big impacts.

Sporty fit - more tuck for efficiency, but still manageable for many riders. This is mainly because handlebar height is roughly 87 mm lower than the saddle (large drop), and how far you'll be stretched forward is about 636 mm (very long). You'll likely be near 35 degrees of lean. Estimated spacers: ~14 mm.

That is why we tag it Moderately Adjustable. Because the bar and stem are separate, changing reach or bar shape is usually straightforward, A more service-friendly routing setup makes changes easier. Also, Seatpost details do not strongly point to a very locked-in or very flexible system. In practice, it is about how easy fit changes are with normal parts and service work.

This scores 8.3/10 for comfort, so it feels very smooth out on the road. 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 8/10, torso ~35°), which puts you in an attack stance, which can feel more intense on long, rough descents.

This setup suits steeper, rockier terrain and harder hits. It has about 170 mm of suspension travel (how much it absorbs bumps), which helps on rough, technical trails. Overall, the setup matches this surface range well.