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- Bosch is strengthening its CX/CX-R motors (up to 120 Nm, 600% support) with Performance Upgrade 2.0 and is introducing a 12A fast charger plus an open interface.
- The focus is on lightweight, technically orientated e-MTBs with Maxon and Avinox motors, plenty of suspension travel, carbon frames and some limited high-end models.
- Several brands are launching price-conscious E-MTBs with Bosch or Mahle (Radon, Raymon, HoheAcht) with permanently integrated batteries, range extender options and trail orientation.

E-bike highlights from Riva: New e-MTBs and motors from the bike festival

- All three dirt bikes tested offer 100 mm suspension travel, 26" wheels, single speed and are very similar in terms of weight and riding characteristics.  
- Canyon scores with light, agile handling and very good value for money, but requires a steady hand at high speeds.  
- Merida is the most convincing overall with its balanced handling and rider integration, but is significantly more expensive than Canyon and Rose.

Dirt bikes from Canyon, Merida and Rose: Three fun machines in the pump track test

- On show are 15 exotic mountain bikes from small labels, from downcountry hardtails to freeride full-suspension bikes with up to 200 mm of travel.
- Many of the frames are handmade, offer custom geometry, paintwork or customisation and use materials such as steel, titanium, carbon or CNC aluminium.
- The models rely on special solutions such as high pivot, rising pivot or Kolarp rear triangles, Pinion gears, belt drive and adjustable geometry.

From Aper to Zoceli: Which of these 15 exotic bike brands do you know?

- New Canyon Stitched 360 CLLCTV: revised aluminium frame, adapted geometry, high stability, suitable for dirt, street, pump track, skate park.  
- High-quality equipment with DT Swiss wheels and RockShox Pike DJ, but weak, squeaky brake combo with moderate power.  
- Very agile, light-footed handling ideal for experienced riders and tricks; less forgiving for beginners, but good value for money.

Canyon Stiched 360 CLCCTV on test: professional dirt bike for the pump track

- Rose Bruce 2 remains a versatile dirt bike with safe, agile handling and a good compromise between smoothness and manoeuvrability.  
- Compared to its predecessor: simpler suspension fork, average wheels and therefore weaker price-performance ratio.  
- Single-speed drivetrain with adapter kit causes potential durability problems and banging noises, which can disrupt the flow of the ride.

Rose Bruce 2 pump track test: test-winning dirt bike in a new guise

- 6061 aluminium frame, EFBE Cat. 5 approved, two sizes, strong equipment with Pike DJ and DT Swiss wheels, price 1999 Euro
- On the pump track, balanced mix of smoothness and agility, central riding position, wide range of use from dirtline to skate park
- Criticism of high price, some dirtbike-untypical parts such as flat handlebars, seat post and bottle cage mount, coolness factor debatable

Merida Dirt 700 pump track test: high-end dirt bike with bottle cage

- Hand-built steel enduro bike from Great Britain with 165 mm rear and up to 200 mm front suspension travel, designed for demanding descents.  
- Customisable geometry and kinematics via flip chips and interchangeable dropouts, 29" or mullet configuration, approx. 18 kg system weight.  
- Use of durable steel and stainless steel tubes, large IS41 main bearing, lifetime warranty, frame price from 4000 GBP, custom paint finish possible.

Steel Enduro Ra Bikes Bergsra: Born in the British Highlands

- Santa Cruz updates the Bullit with new Fox suspension elements, integrated cable routing and electric derailleurs connected to the main battery.  
- Two versions: Bullit CC X0 AXS RSV with Fox 38 and Float X2, Bullit CC XT Di2 Podium RSV with Fox Podium and DHX2 steel coil shock.  
- Both models come in two new colour variants, weigh 21.5 and 22.6 kg and cost 11,699 and 11,999 euros respectively.

Santa Cruz Bullit: E-MTB for rough terrain - now with Fox Podium & in new colours

- E-freerider with full carbon chassis, 180/175 mm travel and downhill-orientated geometry, focussed on enduro, freeride and downhill use.  
- Shimano EP6 with 85 Nm offers sufficient, but in comparison outdated and weaker motor power; 800 Wh aluminium battery provides a solid range.  
- Very attractive price of € 3499 and sensible equipment, but high weight, demanding handling, less comfortable for touring and uphill.

Canyon Torque:On CF 7: E-Enduro with full downhill power for 3499 euros

Specialized Demo 11: Cult downhiller: The wait is over!

- Clash V3 sticks with 27.5" wheels and compact geometry for agile handling in the bike park and on technical descents.  
- Aluminium frame with revised four-bar rear triangle, EFBE Tri-Test 5 certification and details such as BSA bottom bracket, UDH and tool holder.  
- Signature model 2027: € 5850, Fox Factory suspension, Shimano XT equipment, DT Swiss EX1700 wheels; available as a complete bike or frameset.

Freerider Commencal Clash: 27.5 forever!

- Transition TR11 is a newly developed, pure downhill race bike with an aluminium frame, 211 mm rear and 200 mm front suspension travel in mullet configuration.  
- Suspension with two rocker-selectable characteristics for steel or air shocks, adjustable geometry via CHIPS and SALSA, reach L: 480 mm, steering angle: 63°.  
- GX complete bike weighs 17.9 kg, costs € 6,699, frame € 2,699, four frame sizes (reach 435-515 mm), lifetime warranty on the frame.

Transition TR11: The downhill bike from the rainforest

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Freeride mountain bike - The most important information

E-bike highlights from Riva
New e-MTBs and motors from the bike festival

Dirt bikes from Canyon, Merida and Rose
Three fun machines in the pump track test

From Aper to Zoceli
Which of these 15 exotic bike brands do you know?

Canyon Stiched 360 CLCCTV on test
Professional dirt bike for the pump track

Rose Bruce 2 pump track test
Test-winning dirt bike in a new guise

Merida Dirt 700 pump track test
High-end dirt bike with bottle cage

Steel Enduro Ra Bikes Bergsra
Born in the British Highlands

Santa Cruz Bullit
E-MTB for rough terrain - now with Fox Podium & in new colours

Canyon Torque:On CF 7
E-Enduro with full downhill power for 3499 euros

Specialized Demo 11
Cult downhiller: The wait is over!

Freerider Commencal Clash
27.5 forever!

Transition TR11
The downhill bike from the rainforest

Freeride mountain bike - The most important information

E-bike highlights from RivaNew e-MTBs and motors from the bike festival

Dirt bikes from Canyon, Merida and RoseThree fun machines in the pump track test

From Aper to ZoceliWhich of these 15 exotic bike brands do you know?

Canyon Stiched 360 CLCCTV on testProfessional dirt bike for the pump track

Rose Bruce 2 pump track testTest-winning dirt bike in a new guise

Merida Dirt 700 pump track testHigh-end dirt bike with bottle cage

Steel Enduro Ra Bikes BergsraBorn in the British Highlands

Santa Cruz BullitE-MTB for rough terrain - now with Fox Podium & in new colours

Canyon Torque:On CF 7E-Enduro with full downhill power for 3499 euros

Specialized Demo 11Cult downhiller: The wait is over!

Freerider Commencal Clash27.5 forever!

Transition TR11The downhill bike from the rainforest

E-bike highlights from Riva
New e-MTBs and motors from the bike festival

Dirt bikes from Canyon, Merida and Rose
Three fun machines in the pump track test

From Aper to Zoceli
Which of these 15 exotic bike brands do you know?

Canyon Stiched 360 CLCCTV on test
Professional dirt bike for the pump track

Rose Bruce 2 pump track test
Test-winning dirt bike in a new guise

Merida Dirt 700 pump track test
High-end dirt bike with bottle cage

Steel Enduro Ra Bikes Bergsra
Born in the British Highlands

Santa Cruz Bullit
E-MTB for rough terrain - now with Fox Podium & in new colours

Canyon Torque:On CF 7
E-Enduro with full downhill power for 3499 euros

Specialized Demo 11
Cult downhiller: The wait is over!

Freerider Commencal Clash
27.5 forever!

Transition TR11
The downhill bike from the rainforest