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It is also the first production e-MTB with the latest version of Fox's electronic Live Valve suspension. This smart little helper automatically switches between an open and a damped (platform) suspension setting. And it does so within fractions of a second. In fact, this system leaves its mark on the bike. The Trance sprints off directly and lively. However, it also feels firmer and less comfortable than the competition. It gives the feeling that there is less suspension travel available. On rough and steep descents, the bike ranked lower in the favour of the testers, and the very low front end reinforces this feeling. On the other hand, this has a positive effect on flat, shallow and winding trails.
Conclusion on the Giant Trance X E+ Advanced Pro 0
Lively and sporty trail and touring bike for fast rides in moderate terrain. Strong climber. On rough descents, the low front end and firm suspension make for a safe ride.
Technical data Giant Trance X E+ Advanced Pro 0
General information
- Price: 8499 Euro >> available here
- Reichhöhe 1): 1417 (+145) hm
- Average speed: 12.5 km/h
- Info: www.giant-bicycles.com
Drive
- Motor: Giant SyncDrive Pro2
- Max. Torque 3): 85 Nm
- Battery 3)/ weight 2)/ price replacement battery: Giant Energy Pak Smart 625 Wh / 3987 g / 899 Euro
- Gear system: Shimano XT (12-speed)
- Translation (v. / h.): 36; 10-51
- Display / size: Ridecontrol Go, LED display, display optional
Equipment
- Gross vehicle weight 3): 156 kg
- Fork / Shock: Fox 36 Float Factory / Fox Float X Factory
- Suspension travel (f. / h.): 150 mm / 140 mm
- Telescopic seatpost: Giant Contact Vario, 170 mm
- Brake / Disc Ø (front / rear): Shimano XT four-piston / 203 mm / 203 mm
- Wheels: Giant e-TRX Carbon 30
- Tyres: Maxxis Assegai EXO / Dissector EXO+ 29 x 2.6" tyres
Measured values 2)
- Sizes / frame material: S / M / L / XL (tested L) / Carbon
- Centre of gravity height: 525 mm
- Handlebar width: 780 mm
- Crank length / Q-factor: 165 mm / 176 mm
- Reach / Stack: 476 mm / 627 mm
1) The reach height was determined during standardised test rides on an asphalt climb with a gradient of 12.2 percent. Highest support level, 150 watts pedalling power of the rider, rider weight incl. equipment 90 kg. The altitude metres in clearly reduced emergency mode are shown in brackets. The average speed refers to the journey with full assistance. | 2) Determined on the test benches in the EMTB test lab, weight without pedals. Battery weight may include screwed-on cover. | 3) Manufacturer's specification | 4) The judgement reflects the subjective impression of the testers and the results of the reach measurement and the laboratory tests. The EMTB judgement is independent of price.
The results of the Giant Trance X E+ Advanced Pro 0 in the complete comparison test of the 9 E-All-Mountains from EMTB 1/2022 can be conveniently downloaded as a PDF below the article. The test report costs 1.99 euros.
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