Canyon introduces KIS self-centering steering for mountain bikes

When mountain biking over rough terrain, a fair bit of effort goes into keeping the front wheel from being deflected to one side by roots, rocks or other obstacles. Canyon Bicycles has set out to make things easier, with its KIS self-centering steering… Continue reading Canyon introduces KIS self-centering steering for mountain bikes

FLX powers through the dirt on carbon-framed full-suspension eMTB

The folks behind the Babymaker electric roadbike have returned to Indiegogo to launch a carbon-framed eMTB called the Weapon X, which comes packing a big 48-V battery, a 750-W mid-mount motor and DVO suspension front and back.Continue ReadingCategory: … Continue reading FLX powers through the dirt on carbon-framed full-suspension eMTB

Wilier’s Urta Hybrid full-squish eMTB is one of the lightest you can buy

Generally speaking, high-end full-suspension electric mountain bikes typically weigh somewhere around 23 kg (51 lb). Renowned Italian brand Wilier’s new Urta Hybrid is claimed to be much lighter, reportedly tipping the scales at just 16 kg (35 lb) in i… Continue reading Wilier’s Urta Hybrid full-squish eMTB is one of the lightest you can buy

Berria Bikes heads for the hills with full-carbon all-mountain ebike

Spain’s Berria Bikes has added a new pedal-assist trail/enduro beast to its electric mountainbike range. The Mako Hybrid GT is reported to be its lightest model, and features a full carbon frame, a 90-Nm mid-mount motor, and Rockshox squish front and b… Continue reading Berria Bikes heads for the hills with full-carbon all-mountain ebike

Yamaha hits the dirt with two full-suspension electric mountainbikes

Yamaha has been making ebikes since 1993, but didn’t launch its first dual-suspension eMTB until mid-2020. Now the company has added a couple of new models to the premium YDX-Moro range, each powered by its latest “game-changing power plant.”Continue R… Continue reading Yamaha hits the dirt with two full-suspension electric mountainbikes

Bianchi ebikes designed to satisfy trail riders, tourers and commuters

After catering to most ebike riders with the e-Omnia range last year, veteran Italian marque Bianchi is repeating the formula with five new e-Vertic models for riders looking to tackle “the most adrenalin-soaked trails to the mean streets of town.”Cont… Continue reading Bianchi ebikes designed to satisfy trail riders, tourers and commuters

Evolve e-MTBs ride a fine line between high-end specs and affordability

Frey Bike recently announced a new series of pedal-assist mountain bikes aimed at finding the perfect balance between high-end specs and an affordable price tag. The first ebikes in the range are the full-suspension Neo and Neo Pro.Continue ReadingCate… Continue reading Evolve e-MTBs ride a fine line between high-end specs and affordability

Haf-Clip lets mountain bikers carry gear on their handlebars

Although rough-n-ready no-foolin’-around mountain bikes usually aren’t equipped with racks or baskets, there are times when riders need to carry a little something with them. The Canadian-designed Haf-Clip was created with such situations in mind.Conti… Continue reading Haf-Clip lets mountain bikers carry gear on their handlebars

Shuttle SL offers a classic MTB feel with motor assist when you need it

After updating its Shuttle eMTB in 2020, Pivot Cycles has now added a new family member in the lightweight shape of the SL, which swaps out the Shimano e-drive for a Fazua motor and battery to create a ride that’s “smooth, stealthy and as nimble as any… Continue reading Shuttle SL offers a classic MTB feel with motor assist when you need it