Synapse Neo 2

This road-focused speed score is primarily about smooth-surface momentum and top-end efficiency. For assisted bikes, the rating focuses on the platform and setup rather than claiming a motor top-speed number. It ends up here thanks to all-round road tires that balance speed and comfort, an aero-leaning setup that reduces drag at higher speeds, a solid drivetrain that supports efficient riding, and a more tucked...

Climb score: 3.3/10. Within e-road bikes, it lands below average. The low gear is workable, but not super easy on steep ramps. That lowest gear comes out around 27.0 gear inches. Compared with similar bikes, this low gear is easier than about ~54% 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. Being an e-bike helps on climbs because the assist adds steady push when you need it. It can climb, but you’ll likely prefer smoother pacing on longer hills. Different builds can shift the feel a bit, and some manufacturer specs aren’t always publicly listed, so consider this a helpful direction.

Seen as an endurance option, scoring 6.0/10 on aero, it aims for usable speed without big trade-offs so it’s more efficient than it looks once you’re rolling. What that means on the road is: it’s a balanced middle ground: some streamlining, but not an extreme aero setup. Different categories trade aerodynamics against comfort and stability—endurance is part of that story. The fit looks fairly neutral, so aerodynamics depends more on the overall design and components than on an extreme position. Tyres around 32mm are a practical middle ground, with a small aero trade-off compared with narrower race tyres. A more integrated front end usually reduces minor drag points around the cockpit. It’s a middle-ground feel: not the fastest possible in the wind, but not holding you back either.

Comfort fit - a relaxed road posture that stays friendly on longer rides. It feels this way because bar height comes out ~48 mm below the saddle (moderate), with about 555 mm of forward reach - a long stretch. Estimated lean is about 30 degrees. Spacer height is roughly 24 mm.

Here is the simple reasoning behind the fit flexibility rating: Separate bar and stem components keep fit changes practical; Internal routing looks tidy but can make cockpit changes a bit more fiddly. Net result: Adjustable. In practice, it is about how easy fit changes are with normal parts and service work.

Comfort comes out to 5.0/10, which usually translates to a fairly neutral ride. That’s the reason it lands as Balanced. It’s running about 32 mm tires on 700c wheels, and it softens the edges a little, without feeling plush on chipseal and broken pavement. The posture is neutral (posture 5/10, torso ~30°), which keeps things neutral and easy to live with.

For the spec, this feels competitively priced. Value is scored 1–10: higher is better value, lower means you’re paying more than similar bikes. Uses MSRP as a baseline; real-world prices can be lower (discounts can change the value). Based on the spec estimate, it comes in about 9% under the typical level for similar builds. Among comparable bikes, it sits around the middle on price (cheaper than about 59% of listings). To anchor it: price €4.369 versus an estimated €4.820 for a similar build. Overall, it looks like a strong buy in its category.

This is a road bike that stays comfortable when the pavement gets rough. Tires around 32 mm add comfort and grip when the road surface breaks up. The wheel setup (700c) supports that direction.