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Duel of the E-MTB giantsHaibike Flyon versus M1 Spitzing

Florentin Vesenbeckh

 · 30.11.2019

Duel of the E-MTB giants: Haibike Flyon versus M1 SpitzingPhoto: Wolfgang Watzke
Duel of the e-giants: Haibike Flyon versus M1 Spitzing
In terms of maximum power, the TQ motor puts all other E-MTB motors in the shade. Does that make sense off-road? And who builds the best power e-bike? Haibike Flyon vs. M1 Spitzing - a duel between two powerhouses.

If you take a seat on an e-mountainbike with a TQ motor and switch to full support, you will easily reach the 25 km/h limit even on moderate climbs. The TQ HPR 120S powerhouse pushes bikes and riders up steep climbs like no other motor on the market. But is that still mountain biking? And how long does the e-bike battery last with such brute power? We tested the new edition of the Spitzing from the Bavarian manufacturer M1 Sporttechnik and the Haibike Flyon asked to a duel.

The two tested E-MTBs with TQ motor

On the left the M1 Spitzing Evolution, on the right Haibikes Flyon Xduro AM 8.0. Both E-MTBs rely on the powerful motor from TQ-Systems and a carbon frame.Photo: Wolfgang Watzke On the left the M1 Spitzing Evolution, on the right Haibikes Flyon Xduro AM 8.0. Both E-MTBs rely on the powerful motor from TQ-Systems and a carbon frame.

Haibike Flyon Xduro AM 8.0

  • TQ motor, 630 Wh battery
  • Suspension travel: 150 millimetres
  • Wheel size: 29" front, 27.5+ rear
  • Carbon main frame, aluminium rear triangle
  • Price: 6999 Euro
  • Weight: 28.22 kg (size L, without pedals)

M1 Spitzing Evolution Ped

  • TQ motor, 880 Wh battery (optional 1050 Wh)
  • Suspension travel: 160 millimetres
  • Wheel size: 27.5"
  • Full carbon frame
  • Price: 8308 Euro
  • Weight: 27 kg (size L, without pedals)


The complete test with all laboratory values, results of the range tests and detailed ride reports of the two e-bikes with TQ HPR 120S motors is available as a PDF in the download area below.

E-bike test duel 2019: Haibike Flyon against M1 Spitzing
Photo: Wolfgang Watzke

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Haibike Flyon vs M1 Spitzing (pdf)

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Florentin Vesenbeckh

Florentin Vesenbeckh has been on a mountain bike since he was ten years old. Even on his very first tour, he focussed on single trails - and even after more than 30 years in the saddle of an MTB, these are still the quintessence of biking for him. He spent his youth competing in various bike disciplines and later his cycling career was characterised by years as a riding technique coach. Professionally, the experienced test editor now focusses on e-mountainbikes. In recent years, the qualified sports scientist and trained journalist has tested over 300 bikes and more than 40 different motor systems in the laboratory and in practice.

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