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Thick Schwalbe radial tyres, long 170 mm fork: the question of whether this is still all-mountain must be answered by the new Patron ST 910 can be put up with. However, we at BIKE have been defining the term All Mountain in relation to E-MTBs a little more broadly for some time now. Specifically, we also include touring-orientated bikes with more suspension travel. And the Scott is definitely such a bike, especially as the rear travel remains at 150 millimetres.
What's more: Scott positions the classic patron without ST abbreviation with soft tyres are more suitable for everyday use and moderate tours. Only the ST models, such as our test bike, are also equipped for difficult terrain with a rough profile. The rest of the bike's recipe: a sturdy aluminium frame and Bosch's new CX motor with a high-range 800 battery. Scott continues to emphasise system integration. The voluminous shock is half hidden in the frame, and the stem is also integrated in a form-fitting manner. However, the scales only stop at 26.56 kilograms.
Scott Patron ST 910: The facts
- Price: 6499 Euro >> available here
- Motor: Bosch CX, 85 Nm max. torque
- Battery: 800 Wh (removable)
- Frame material: Aluminium
- Suspension travel: 170/150 mm
- Wheel size: 29/27.5 inch (Mullet)
- Frame sizes: S, M, L, XL
- Weight: 26.56 kg (test bike in size L, EMTB measurement)
- Max. System weight: 128 kg
- Warranty: 3 years
Bosch CX - soon with more power
The proven Performance Line CX from Bosch is at work in the Scott. It currently offers 600 watts and 85 newton metres - It should even be possible to increase the power to 750 watts and 100 Nm via firmware. However, the Bosch's greatest strengths are its range and riding feel. The motor is quiet, no longer rattles downhill and is very sensitive on the trail. With the large battery, our standardised range test only came to an end after more than 2000 metres in altitude.
The equipment of the Scott Patron ST 910
The fork and derailleur group are rather simple but functionally good. Schwalbe's radial tyres set a clear accent in terms of grip and comfort.
- Fork / Shock: Rockshox Domain R / Superdeluxe
- Gear system: Shimano Deore (12-speed)
- Brakes: Shimano Deore (four-piston, 220/200 mm)
- Wheels: Syncros MD 30
- Tyres: Schwalbe Magic Mary Ultrasoft Radial / Albert Soft Radial
- Special features: Long suspension fork, partially integrated shock absorber
The geometry
A not too generous reach in combination with a high front (stack) provides safety downhill. The wheelbase is long, the bottom bracket low. This also contributes to the smooth ride. At 454 millimetres, the chainstays are in the middle range. In our test of four all-mountain bikes for around 6000 euros, the Scott even has the shortest rear end.
Practical test: How the Patron ST 910 rides
The weight and price may not seem very attractive on paper. In addition, the equipment on our test bike is rather basic. The good news is that anyone who takes a seat on the Scott will soon forget all that. Because in practice, many things fit really well on the Swiss bike.
The riding position puts the rider in an active position. However, the high handlebars do not put too much weight on the wrists. Like its predecessor, the new Patron climbs extremely well. The rear tyre still has plenty of grip even on difficult surfaces. As a result, the Patron hardly falls behind the explicitly climbing-orientated competition, even with moderate geometry.
Comfortable and fun downhill
The feel-good character also continues downhill. The geometry, which is not too climbing-orientated, really benefits the Scott here. You are securely integrated behind the high front end. The radial tyres shine with tremendous traction, the plush suspension absorbs even big hits with ease, but still remains lively. This also shows the good hand that the designers obviously had when tuning the bike. The heavy Patron is surprisingly easy to pull into the air on small jumps. The Scott is still pleasantly direct on tight sections.
However, a little downhill traction is always good for handling. For slow, flat trails, the large Patron is a little too heavy. Minor points of criticism: The inexpensive Domain fork rushed through the suspension travel too uncontrollably when riding hard, and our test bike rattled audibly from the down tube on the downhill. However, the supposedly simple Deore gears left little to be desired, and the brakes also decelerated reliably and with a good pressure point.
BIKE review of the Scott Patron ST 910
Strengths
- Balanced uphill and downhill
- good chassis and high
- Accepting qualities
Weaknesses
- Comparatively expensive and heavy
The BIKE conclusion
Steep uphill, nasty downhill or long mountain tour? Nothing can really scare the powerful Scott with its good suspension. Comfort and traction are above average. This also applies to the weight, but the Scott still wins the test. - Adrian Kaether, Editor Test & Technology
Adrian Kaether
Editor
