The e-bike boom is sprouting new brands from the ground. One of these is Technibike, which is celebrating its premiere this year with a fully and a hardtail. In contrast to many other newcomers, Technibike knows its stuff, which is clear from the sensible equipment. A good suspension fork with 120 millimetres of travel, solid brakes, grippy tyres, wide handlebars - the Votaro HT is fully suitable for off-road riding and does not shy away from long tours. The riding position is moderate, you sit in a central position and can pedal efficiently. The bike is also balanced and fun to ride downhill. Even though it is not a designated trail bike, it is perfectly equipped for off-road excursions thanks to the appropriate add-on parts.
At the heart of the bike: The Votaro HT relies on the Continental drive, which is based on the hardware of Brose's Drive T motor. As is typical for Brose, the bike runs pleasantly quietly, the riding experience is very natural and the pedalling resistance is low beyond 25 km/h. However, if you are used to a Shimano or Bosch drive and like to ride in high support levels, you will miss some of the maximum thrust. On the other hand, the Tourer shines with a very good reach height. The display offers numerous bike computer functions, including wattage measurement and cadence, and can be easily paired with a mobile phone via Bluetooth. The control unit is compact and can be positioned very close to the handlebar. However, the rubber ring attachment is not completely twist-proof. For the time being, Technibike bikes are only available through direct online sales.
Conclusion on the Technibike Votaro HT
Well-balanced hardtail with good equipment. With the Continental drive, the bike appeals primarily to tourers for whom a high reach and natural riding feel are more important than maximum power.
PLUS Sophisticated equipment, balanced riding characteristics
MINUS Weaker motor, no telescopic support
Technical data Technibike Votaro HT 27.5"
Reach height 1478 hm
Time/500 hm4 27:18 min
Price 3999 Euro
Drive
Engine Continental
Maximum torque
¹
90 Nm
Battery¹ / weight² / price Replacement battery Continental DT, 621 Wh, 3272 grams / 649 euros
Circuit Sram GX (11-speed)
Translation (v. /h.) 36; 10-42
Display / Size Continental / 73 x 40 mm
Equipment
Fork Fox 34 Performance Fit Grip
Suspension travel¹ 120 mm
Seat post / Ø Truvativ Stylo / 30.9 mm
Brake / Disc Ø (front / rear) Magura MT5 / 180 mm / 180 mm
Impellers Fulcrum Red Fire 500 system wheels
Wheel size 27,5''
Tyres Continental Mtn King Protection / 27.5 x 2.4 inch
Measured values²
Sizes / frame material S / M / L / XL / Aluminium
Weight 20.97 kg
Centre of gravity height 506 mm
Handlebar width 760 mm
Crank length / Q-factor 170 mm / 193 mm
Reach / Stack 438 mm / 626 mm
E-MTB JUDGEMENT³ VERY GOOD
Manufacturer information
²Determined on the test benches in the EMTB test laboratory, weight without pedals.
The judgement reflects the subjective impression of the testers and the results of the reach measurement and laboratory tests, and is always to be understood in relation to the respective category (hardtail, tour/trail, enduro). The EMTB judgement is independent of price. EMTB judgements: super (from 320 points), very good (from 285 points), good (from 250 points), satisfactory (from 215 points), with weaknesses (from 180 points), below insufficient.
4Average value from the reach height test over the entire distance.
Florentin Vesenbeckh
Editor CvD
