We tested these five all-mountain bikes up to 6300 euros:
In one fell swoop in 2019, the Bonn-based mail-order company Radon said goodbye to the classic add-on battery and integrated the then newly introduced Bosch CX motor with a 625 battery into a carbon main frame at a favourable price. A concept that is still valid today. The geometry is also very close to the original Render, even though the bike from Bonn has been available since last year with a new Bosch Smart System and a 750 instead of a 625 battery.
Sporty and classic: the riding position on the Radon Render
The riding position on the Radon all-mountain e-bike is, to put it positively, sporty. The rather slack seat angle and the low front are reminiscent of classic touring fullys. The rider's position is clearly stretched and somewhat rear-heavy on the climbs. That's why we like to push the saddle all the way forwards on steep climbs, which at least puts a little more pressure on the front end and prevents the front wheel from rising prematurely. Unfortunately, the suspension on the Render 10.0 is the least comfortable in the test field despite the high-end shock. The short suspension travel is noticeable here and the suspension hardens a little under chain tension. Not ideal for uphill traction.
The equipment, on the other hand, is top notch. Bosch's Smart System with a large 750 battery and Kiox display, Fox Factory suspension, shock with reservoir, powerful Magura MT5 brakes, lightweight yet stable wheels from Newmen's Gravity series. With other manufacturers, you can easily put down one or two thousand more for this.
Lots of riding stability for active riders: the Render 10.0 750 downhill
In combination with the slack head angle and the good tyres, the successful spec gives the Render 10.0 some points on the descents. Unfortunately, the rear suspension with only 140 millimetres of travel can't quite keep up with the long 160 mm fork. This makes the bike a little unharmonious. A 150 mm fork would suit the bike better and also offer advantages on the climbs due to the steeper seat and head angle.
The relatively low weight of 24.3 kilograms, the low front end, the firm rear end and the good wheels give the Render a lively and sporty riding feel, but the Radon is not really manoeuvrable due to the long chainstays and long wheelbase. Unfortunately, it rattles a little on the descents, but the overall finish is good and is now in the top half of the test field. This is a clear improvement on the first E-MTBs from the Bonn-based mail-order company.
Adrian Kaether's verdict on the Radon Render 10.0 750:
The newer Radon Render with Bosch's Smart System is also a decidedly sporty bike. The rider sits more stretched out than on its competitors, the rear-heavy riding position and the firm rear triangle are somewhat special. Both downhill and uphill, the Radon has to be ridden with a lot of pressure on the front thanks to the slack steering angle. Nevertheless, it is a strong bike with a very smooth ride, especially downhill for active riders. Typical Radon: The outstanding spec. With a shorter 150 mm fork it would be even more harmonious.
EMTB judgement: 8.2 points (very good)
The EMTB judgement reflects the subjective impression of the testers, the results of the reach measurement and the 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.
Technical data of the Radon Render 10.0 750
Manufacturer information
- Price: 5999 Euro
- Sizes / frame material: M / L (tested size) / XL / carbon, aluminium
Measured values²
- Reach altitude¹: 1873 (+0)hm
- Average speed: 15.2 km/h
- Centre of gravity height: 521 mm
- Handlebar width: 780 mm
- Crank length / Q-factor: 165 mm / 180 mm
- Ground clearance⁴: 466 mm
Equipment
- Motor: Bosch Performance CX Smart
- Max. Torque³: 85 Nm
- Battery³ / weight² / price replacement battery: Powertube 750 / 4304 g / 999 Euro
- Gear system: Sram GX / X01 (12-speed)
- Translation (v. / h.): 34; 10-52
- Display: Bosch Kiox
- Permissible total weight³: 135 kg
- Fork / shock: Fox 36 Factory Fit4 / Float X Factory
- Front/rear suspension travel: 160 / 140 mm
- Telescopic seat post: SDG Tellis, 150 mm
- Brake / Disc Ø (front / rear): Magura MT5 / 203 mm / 203 mm
- Wheels: Newmen Evolution SL E.G 30
- Tyres: Schwalbe Magic Mary Supertrail / Big Betty Supertrail, 29 x 2.4"
Footnotes:
1: The reach height was determined using standardised measurement methods 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 kilograms. The altitude metres in brackets are in significantly reduced emergency mode. The average speed refers to the journey with full assistance.
2: Determined on the test benches in the EMTB test laboratory. Weight without pedals, battery weight incl. screwed-on cover where applicable.
3: Manufacturer's specification.
4: Step test, measured with the rear wheel raised by 36 centimetres.
Adrian Kaether
Editor
