Whether it's a steep uphill ramp or a hairy descent, the riding position is perfect and the suspension is beyond reproach. But - small cause, big effect: the carbon handlebars are so soft that they bend noticeably during the ride. This prevents top results downhill. Even with the optional Plus tyres (even the rims are compatible), the Rotwild could score even better. The Brose drive works inconspicuously, both visually and functionally. The battery is not removable.
ConclusionSystem integration par excellence. For people who appreciate high-tech and design, benefit from the electric drive, but actually want to forget about it while riding.
Reach 1295 hm
Efficiency class A
Price 6999 Euro
Info www.rotwild.de
Drive
Motor/position Brose Power Engine by ADP / mid-engine
Max. Torque 90 Nm
Battery Lithium-ion, 518 Wh
Switching/translation Front: 1x36 / rear: 11-speed Shimano XT / XTR (11x42)
Display/size Mini display / <1 inch
Software/stand Custom Red Deer / V.2
Equipment
Sizes/frame material S, M, L, XL / Aluminium with carbon
Fork/damper Fox 34 Float 27.5" FIT4 / Fox Float 3-Pos, DPS
Telescopic support Kindshock LEV
Brake/disc Ø (front/rear) Shimano XT / 200,180 mm
Impellers 27.5 inch DT Swiss XM 481
Tyres Continental Mountain King Race Sport 2.40
Measured values
Suspension travel 1) (front/rear) 140 mm / 145 mm
Weight/distribution 20.4 kg / 48:52 % (v/h)
Centre of gravity height 518 mm
Handlebar width 790 mm
Reach/Stack 420 / 606 mm
BB offset/Q factor -22 mm / 195 mm
EMTB verdict: VERY GOOD / 216 points 2)
1) Manufacturer's specification
2) EMTB judgement: super (from 225 points), very good (from 205 points), good (from 185 points), satisfactory (from 165 points), with weaknesses (from 145 points), below inadequate. The judgement reflects the subjective impression of the testers and the results of the range measurement and laboratory tests. It is independent of price.
