Amplitude CR2 – blue

On an MTB, the speed score centers on rolling efficiency when you're pedaling, especially on easier terrain. The main reasons are relatively narrow MTB tires that roll quickly, wheel momentum that helps it carry speed between pedal strokes, smaller wheels that can lose momentum sooner, and a basic drivetrain spec that prioritizes practicality over outright performance.

Uphill performance score: 1.1/10. Within Mountain bikes, it ranks near the bottom. This setup leans heavily toward ‘push’ rather than ‘spin’ on climbs. That lowest gear comes out around 54.2 gear inches. Most comparable bikes have an easier low gear; this is easier than only about ~2% of them. Gear inches is basically “how easy is the easiest gear”. Lower numbers help you keep your legs spinning on steep bits. Expect more grinding on climbs than easy spinning. 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.

Suspension setup comes out at 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.

Sporty fit - a performance-leaning position that encourages speed. That's driven by handlebar height is roughly 112 mm lower than the saddle (large drop), and how far you'll be stretched forward is about 586 mm (very long). Plan for roughly 40 degrees of lean.

That is why we tag it Moderately Adjustable. What drives the fit flexibility here: A modular front-end gives more freedom to change stem length or bar width, Cable routing is on the simpler side, which helps adjustability, and The listed seatpost details do not show clear restrictions or extra flexibility signals. Put simply, it describes how practical it is to reconfigure your position later.

This scores 5.9/10 for comfort, so it feels balanced out on the road. That’s why it’s labeled Balanced. The posture is forward, attacking (posture 7/10, torso ~40°), which puts you in an attack stance, which can feel more intense on long, rough descents.

This is the kind of deal people usually notice quickly. 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 61% cheaper than what similar builds typically cost. Against similar bikes of the same type and age, it’s usually on the cheaper side, beating about 93% of listings. Quick reference: €729 listed versus about €1.878 for a comparable build. Not every spec detail is consistently published, so think of this as a strong hint rather than the last word. Put simply: this is strong value for what’s included.

This setup is built to handle steep lines and heavy impacts. It has about 100 mm of suspension travel (how much it absorbs bumps), which is useful for big hits and steeper descents. Suspension type (Hardtail) fits this kind of terrain.