BH Bikes iLYNX TRAIL CARBON PRO 8.9

The "iLYNX TRAIL CARBON PRO 8.9" model from 2023 by BH Bikes is a high-quality e-mountain bike which, at a price of 8,399 EUR, is positioned in the upper price segment. The frame is made of carbon, which ensures high stability whilst keeping the weight low. The maximum permissible weight is 165 kg, whilst the bike itself weighs in at 20 kg.

When it comes to brakes, BH Bikes has opted for the high-performance Shimano XT 4-piston brakes with 203 mm discs, which ensure reliable and powerful deceleration. Gear changes are handled by a Shimano XT 12-speed system, which is renowned for precise and rapid gear changes. The shift levers are also from the Shimano XT range.

The suspension on the iLYNX TRAIL CARBON PRO 8.9 is provided by a FOX 36 FLOAT Factory fork with 150 mm of travel and a FOX FLOAT Float X Factory rear shock, also offering 150 mm of travel. This combination ensures excellent damping and control on challenging trails. The crankset is an FSA Carbon with 34 teeth and a crank length of 165 mm.

The drivetrain is powered by the Shimano CNM6100, whilst the handlebars are Race Face Aeffect Riser 35 with a width of 780 mm. The grips are Ergon GE1-Factory, which ensure a high level of comfort and good grip. The stem is a BH Evo 35 Fit and the headset is an Acros AIF-560 ICR BL.

The tyres on the iLYNX TRAIL CARBON PRO 8.9 are Maxxis Minion TPI120 Terra EXO TR in sizes 29" x 2.5 at the front and 29" x 2.4 at the rear. The wheels consist of a Race Face Turbine 30 TR wheelset with stainless steel spokes and Race Face hubs at both the front and rear. The saddle is a Prologo Proxim W450 Stn, mounted on a Race Face DP Aeffect seatpost with a diameter of 31.6 mm.

The e-bike is powered by a BH 2EXMAG motor, which is powered by an NR System battery with a capacity of 720 Wh. It is controlled via the BH i-Remote display.

The frame geometry comprises a reach of 475 mm, a stack of 615 mm, a seat tube length of 440 mm and a top tube length of 619 mm. The head tube angle is 66 degrees, the seat tube angle is 76 degrees, the head tube length is 110 mm, the chainstay length is 451 mm and the bottom bracket height is 339 mm.

Overall, the iLYNX TRAIL CARBON PRO 8.9 offers an impressive combination of advanced technology, high performance and well-thought-out design, making it an attractive choice for ambitious mountain bikers.