ML 4.7 Hardtail

In mountain-bike land, this is a pedaling-speed measure - how fast it rolls when you're working for it. In comparison with more aero-focused bikes, this build is shaped by a fairly average weight, wheel momentum that helps it carry speed between pedal strokes, relatively narrow MTB tires that roll quickly, and mid-size wheels that balance agility and momentum.

Climbing rating: 8.3/10. Within Mountain bikes, it ranks above average. The low gear should feel friendly on most hills. That lowest gear comes out around 19.4 gear inches. On the ‘easier low gear’ scale, it sits around ~16% versus similar bikes. Gear inches is basically “how easy is the easiest gear”. Lower numbers help you keep your legs spinning on steep bits. Weight is around 13.6 kg, which you notice more on longer or slower climbs. Good for keeping cadence steady on climbs without overcooking it. 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.

For bump control, it’s 5/10 — “Confident trail control”. That typically means noticeably better bump absorption and more consistent tracking on rougher sections. The fork does the smoothing; the rear stays straightforward and efficient. This level usually brings more reliable wheel tracking on rough patches and repeated hits.

Comfort fit - less tuck and easier on neck and shoulders. You get this posture because the front end is very small, with ~18 mm of saddle-to-bar drop, with a long stretch forward at ~563 mm. You'll likely be near 25 degrees of lean.

Why this fit flexibility rating: Standard cockpit parts make it simpler to fine-tune your position over time, and The front-end is easier to work on, supporting fit tweaks over time. Overall, it falls into Adjustable. In practice, it is about how easy fit changes are with normal parts and service work.

Comfort comes out to 6.2/10, which usually translates to a comfortable ride. That’s the reason it lands as Race-Stiff. It’s running about 57 mm tires on 27.5" 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 5/10), which keeps it balanced — not overly aggressive, not overly relaxed.

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 46% cheaper than what similar builds typically cost. In its peer group, it tends to be better-priced than many, beating about 79% of listings. Quick reference: €687 listed versus about €1.279 for a comparable build. Bottom line: you’re getting a lot of bike for the money compared with typical options.

This setup is aimed at fast trail riding on less extreme terrain. It has about 100 mm of suspension travel (how much it absorbs bumps), which suits smoother trails. Overall, the setup matches this surface range well.