The Stevens E-Inception AM goes as a Defending champion in the all-mountain comparison test in EMTB 01/2022. And it shows once again that it is a force to be reckoned with in the all-mountain league. You won't find any absolute best values - but the E-MTB from Hamburg simply has hardly any weaknesses.
The equipment is absolutely top: XTR gears, Fox Factory suspension, carbon wheels and handlebars. No other bike rolls onto the test track so elegantly. Paired with the full carbon frame, the e-bike weighs in at 23 kilos, which is well below average - despite the high-capacity 726 batteries.
The balanced overall picture continues on the trail. The modern geometry ensures plenty of safety and riding stability off-road. At the wheel of this bike, you don't have to shy away from enduro descents either, albeit with the handbrake pulled a little. Thanks to the lightweight wheels and low overall weight, the E-Inception is still one of the more manoeuvrable and playful candidates in the comparison.
The suspension is comfortable. On the trail and on the descent, all testers praised the harmonious handling. Less experienced riders will get their money's worth here, as will experienced trail bikers. However, full-throttle enduro riders will find more suitable candidates in the test field.
And the Stevens doesn't disappoint on the climbs either. You only have to contend with a rising front wheel when things get really steep. And then the central position helps to keep the bike under control. The comfortable rear suspension and grippy rear tyre provide plenty of traction. One point of criticism: the background noise on the E-Inception is comparatively loud.
Test summary of the Stevens E-Inception AM 9.7.2 GTF
The Stevens E-Inception AM is a strong all-rounder that is just as convincing on moderate e-bike tours as it is on racy trail use. Also uncomplicated uphill. Top equipment, fair price, good range. Test winner on points.
Technical data - Stevens E-Inception AM 9.7.2 GTF (2022)
Reach height¹ 1682 hm (+189 hm)
Average speed 13.8 km/h
Price 7999 Euro
E-bike drive
Engine Shimano EP8
Maximum torque³ 85 Nm
Battery³ / weight² / price Replacement battery Darfon, 726 Wh / 3780 g / 999 Euro
Circuit Shimano XTR (12-speed)
Gear ratio (front / rear) 36 / 10-51
Display / Size Shimano SC-EM800 / 21 x 38 mm
Equipment
Max. System weight³ 140 kg
Fork/damper Fox 36 Facotry Grip2 / Fox DPS Factory
Suspension travel³ (front / rear) 150 mm / 150 mm
Telescopic support / lift Fox Transfer Factory / 170 mm
Brake / Disc Ø (front / rear) Magura MT Trail / 203 mm / 203 mm
Impellers e-Thirteen e-spec Race Carbon
Wheel size (front / rear) 29 / 27,5"
Tyres Schwalbe Magic Mary ST Soft, 29 / 27.5 x 2.6"
Measured values²
Sizes / frame material S / M / L / XL / aluminium
Weight 23.0 kg
Centre of gravity height 523 mm
Handlebar width 800 mm
Crank length / Q-factor 165 mm / 184 mm
Reach / Stack 474 mm / 646 mm
EMTB test judgement⁴ VERY GOOD (8.5 points)
You can download the complete comparison test of the eight all-mountain bikes from EMTB 01/2022 as a PDF below the article. The test costs 2.99 euros. Why not for free? Because quality journalism has a price. In return, we guarantee independence and objectivity. This applies in particular to the tests in EMTB. We don't pay for them, but the opposite is the case: we charge for them - hundreds of thousands of euros every year.
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¹The 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 including 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.
²Determined on the test benches in the EMTB test lab, weight without pedals, battery weight incl. screwed-on cover where applicable.
Manufacturer information.
⁴The judgement reflects the subjective impression of the testers and the results of the reach measurement and laboratory tests. The EMTB judgement is independent of price. EMTB judgements: super (from 9.0), very good (from 8.0), good (from 7.0), satisfactory (from 6.0), with weaknesses (from 5.0), below insufficient.
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