According to Eaven Cycles, the visually appealing bike is a true all-rounder and should be able to do everything from enduro to bike park use and bike mountaineering. It is not optimised for dirt jumping, says the manufacturer. However, the "BFe" actually challenges you to do just that. It is a lively, compact bike that invites you to play with the terrain. So when the hardtail grouches among the testers could bring themselves to jump or stunt, they chose the compact Cotic with its fat tyres. The equipment is high-quality and functional, it would also look good on a "real" enduro bike. The total weight of 13 kilos is fine. The high bottom bracket takes some getting used to, which prevents you from really feeling at one with the "BFe". This makes the handling somewhat indirect, especially when cornering. Nevertheless, the handling is pleasant on both rough and flowing trails. The thick Maxxis tyres and the "Pike" fork provide an almost plush ride feel. Nevertheless, the bike starts to wobble from a certain amount of rough terrain. This is more due to the lack of rear suspension than the slightly shorter wheelbase. The frame weight of around 2600 grams is okay for a robust steel frame. It is quite small for a size M. The cramped riding position was particularly noticeable on the climbs. If you are taller than 1.78 metres, you should consider a size L frame.
Conclusion: Lively all-rounder for all-mountain and dirt use. The Cotic can also be used in flowing, well-maintained bike parks with a high proportion of flying.
MANUFACTURER INFORMATION
Distribution Eaven Cycles GmbH www.eaven-cycles.com
Material/sizes Steel/S, M, L (M in the test)
Price approx. 3,000 euros (frame 450 euros) /
Weight without pedals 13 kg
MEASURED DATA
Front suspension travel 150 mm
Rear suspension system Hardtail
Reach 379 mm
Stack 580 mm
BB-Drop 5 mm
EQUIPMENT
Fork RockShox Pike RCT3
Cranks/gears Truvativ X9/SRAM X9
Brake system Hope Tech 3
Impellers Acros hubs, Light-Wolf ZTR Flow rims Maxxis Minion DHF 2.3 tyres
