BH Bikes iLYNX TRAIL 8.2

The 2023 iLYNX TRAIL 8.2 from BH Bikes is a high-quality e-mountain bike designed for challenging trail adventures. Priced at 5,299 EUR, it offers an impressive combination of advanced technology and robust construction. The bike’s frame is made from a durable aluminium alloy, resulting in a total weight of 22 kg. The maximum load capacity is 165 kg, ensuring sufficient stability and safety for the rider.

The iLYNX TRAIL 8.2 is fitted with Sram DB8 4-piston brakes with 200mm discs, which deliver powerful and reliable braking performance. The drivetrain consists of a Shimano XT 12-speed system, which, in combination with the Shimano Deore shifter, enables precise and smooth gear changes. The front fork is a FOX 36 FLOAT Performance with 150 mm of travel, whilst the rear shock is a FOX FLOAT DPS Performance with 140 mm of travel, ensuring excellent shock absorption and control on uneven terrain.

The crankset is an FSA 34T – 165 mm, and power is transmitted via a Shimano CNM6100 chain. The handlebars are Race Face Aeffect Riser 35 with a width of 780 mm, fitted with Ergon GE10 grips for optimum grip and comfort. The stem is a BH Evo 35 Fit, and the headset is an Acros AZX-581 BL. The tyres are Maxxis Minion TPI120 Terra EXO TR in sizes 29×2.5 at the front and 29×2.4 at the rear, fitted to Race Face Aeffect 30 TR rims. The front and rear hubs are also by Race Face, and the spokes are made of stainless steel.

The saddle is a Prologo Proxim W450 Stn, mounted on a Race Face DP Aeffect seatpost with a diameter of 31.6 mm. At the heart of the drivetrain is the BH 2EXMAG-II motor, combined with an NR System battery with a capacity of 540 Wh. The system is controlled via the BH i-Remote display.

The frame geometry offers an optimal balance between stability and agility. The reach is 475 mm, the stack 615 mm, the seat tube length 440 mm and the top tube length 619 mm. The head tube angle is 66 degrees, the seat tube angle is 76 degrees, the head tube length is 110 mm and the chainstay length is 451 mm. The bottom bracket height is 339 mm.

Overall, the iLYNX TRAIL 8.2 from BH Bikes offers well-thought-out specifications and solid construction, making it a reliable companion on challenging trails.