Roadmachine 01 AMP X TWO

When the riding is smooth, speed comes down to resistance and weight, and that's what this rating emphasizes. Even with assistance, heavier builds and high-resistance tires can blunt speed, and this score picks up those differences. Key drivers include wider mixed-surface tires that add some drag, aerodynamics that help it hold speed once you're rolling, and a solid drivetrain that supports efficient riding.

Climb score: 1.2/10. Within e-road bikes, it ranks near the bottom. This setup leans heavily toward ‘push’ rather than ‘spin’ on climbs. In numbers, the low gear is roughly 36.0 gear inches. This sits at the tough end — easier than only about ~5% of 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. Being an e-bike helps on climbs because the assist adds steady push when you need it. On proper hills, you’ll feel it — this setup isn’t built to make climbing effortless. 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 endurance side of things, with tyres around 35mm, aero-wise, at 6.4/10, it’s an all-round aero level so it sits comfortably in the all-rounder lane. What that means on the road is: it’s a balanced middle ground: some streamlining, but not an extreme aero setup. The wheels are on the shallower side (around 25mm), so frame shapes and position likely matter more than wheel depth here. These wheels lean more toward stability and versatility than pure aero. Tyres around 35mm are a practical middle ground, with a small aero trade-off compared with narrower race tyres. Details like hidden cables and a cleaner cockpit can add up to small aero gains at speed. That typically means solid everyday speed without forcing an aggressive position or race-only parts.

Balanced fit - a middle ground between comfort and speed. You get this posture because bar height comes out ~83 mm below the saddle (large), with about 558 mm of forward reach - a long stretch. Estimated lean is about 36 degrees.

In E-bikeRoad / Endurance, Why this fit flexibility rating: Because the cockpit is integrated, swapping sizes or positions is less straightforward, Hidden cables usually add a little friction when you swap bars or stems. Also, A proprietary post often means fewer off-the-shelf alternatives. Overall, it is Limited Adjustment.

Comfort comes out to 5.5/10, which usually translates to a fairly neutral ride. That’s why it’s labeled Balanced. It’s running about 35 mm tires on 700c wheels, and wider tires let you drop pressure a touch, which smooths out rough pavement on chipseal and broken pavement. The posture is neutral (posture 6/10, torso ~36°), which balances comfort and responsiveness pretty well.

This doesn’t look like the best deal once you compare it to similar builds. 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 spec estimate, it’s about 23% above the typical level for similar builds. In its peer group, it’s one of the pricier listings, beating only about 20% of them. To anchor it: price €8.400 versus an estimated €6.828 for a similar build. Bottom line: you may be paying extra versus similar options.

This bike is made for mixed routes: pavement plus smooth dirt or hardpack. Tires around 35 mm are a good middle ground for varied surfaces. It’s listed as Endurance, but the setup aligns better with All Road.