Scott Voltage eRide 900 Tuned for 4,299 euros: A lightweight, luxury e-MTB at a competitive price

The clearance sale of high-quality e-mountain bikes is entering its next phase. Of particular interest are models that not only come at an affordable price but also remain technically impressive. A good example is the Scott Voltage eRide 900 Tuned at Bike Discount: Instead of the former recommended retail price of 10,999 euros, the retailer is currently asking just 4,299 euros. That represents a whopping discount of over 60 per cent. At the time of our research, all sizes – S, M, L and XL – were still in stock.

Our verdict: It’s rare to find a carbon e-MTB of this calibre for 4,000 euros

Even at its regular price, the Scott Voltage eRide 900 was a technically sophisticated trail bike. With its TQ motor made on the Ammersee, full-carbon frame and integrated shock, it pulled out all the stops. At just over 4,000 euros, it’s an absolute bargain. Buyers get the same full-carbon frame and the same TQ drive, carbon wheels, electronic gearshift and a top-of-the-range Fox Factory suspension. It leaves nothing to be desired on the trail, as our review of the Voltage eRide 900 Tuned showed at the time.

Lightweight e-MTBs are currently overshadowed by the new ‘full-power’ league featuring Avinox and similar brands. After all, motors with massive torque and batteries exceeding the 700-watt-hour mark are easier to sell than models offering a more understated, restrained ride. Yet lightweight e-mountain bikes have a decisive advantage: on descents and undulating trails, they feel much more like classic mountain bikes. They’re easier to push through bends, ride over ridges and manoeuvre actively. Uphill, there’s still a noticeable boost from the motor.

The Scott Voltage eRide 900 Tuned fits the bill perfectly. Its sleek carbon frame integrates the motor, battery and shock absorber so discreetly that, at first glance, the bike is barely recognisable as an e-MTB. With 160 millimetres of front suspension travel, 155 millimetres at the rear and 29-inch wheels, it also offers plenty of reserves for challenging trails. Bike-Discount is currently offering this model for 4,299 instead of 10,999 euros. Sizes S, M, L and XL are listed on the offer page; you should check the availability of your chosen size again before purchasing.

The Tuned is designed for downhill riding

The Voltage 900 Tuned isn’t just a show-off bike. Its Fox Factory suspension is clearly geared towards trail performance: at the front is a Fox 36 Factory with Grip 2 damping, whilst at the rear is a Fox Float X Nude Factory with a reservoir. The rear suspension can be adjusted for different riding conditions using the TracLoc remote control. The suspension therefore offers more options for fine-tuning than the simpler Voltage models.

We have the The Scott Voltage eRide 900 Tuned has already been thoroughly tested. In practical testing, the central riding position, the climbing performance and the balanced handling on descents were particularly impressive. Thanks to the Float-X Nude shock, the Tuned’s rear suspension responded sensitively to uneven terrain. So, for those who enjoy riding technical trails at speed and with an active riding style, this bike offers not only high-end components but also a machine with a clear focus on trail riding.

TQ HPR 50: A tailwind instead of a shuttle service

When it comes to the drive system, Voltage remains true to its ‘Light E-MTB’ concept. The TQ HPR 50 provides assistance of up to 50 Newton-metres. It operates quietly and naturally, but still requires you to put in some effort on steep climbs. It was precisely this character that we liked in the Review of the TQ HPR 50: The drive system is not particularly noticeable, but it is no substitute for a powerful full-power motor. Please note: The Voltage does not yet feature TQ’s newer HPR 60 motor. This takes performance, handling and heat resistance to the next level. However, in normal touring use with medium assistance, the difference is perfectly negligible.

The permanently integrated battery has a capacity of 360 watt-hours. An optional range extender increases the capacity by 160 watt-hours. This remains an important consideration when planning a ride: if you want to tackle long climbs mainly at the highest assistance level, this isn’t the bike for you. Our Range test of Light drives provides further guidance on this.

The Scott Voltage eRide 900 Tuned at a glance

• Frame: HMF full-carbon with integrated damper and adjustable steering angle
• Motor and battery: TQ HPR 50 with 50 Newton-metres, integrated 360-watt-hour battery; optional 160-watt-hour range extender
• Chassis: Fox 36 Float Factory Grip 2 with 160 millimetres of travel; Fox Float X Nude Factory with 155 millimetres at the rear
• Circuit: electronic SRAM GX Eagle AXS 12-speed drivetrain
• Brakes: SRAM Code Silver Stealth, four-piston calipers and 200-millimetre HS2 discs
• Wheels: 29-inch, Syncros Revelstoke carbon
• Weight: from 18.6 kilograms (manufacturer’s specification)
• Price: currently 4,299 instead of 10,999 euros at Bike-Discount