Bulls VUCA EVO AM 1 red

The “VUCA EVO AM 1 red” model from the “Bulls” brand, released in 2024, is a state-of-the-art e-mountain bike fitted with a wide range of top-class components. The price for this model is 7,499 EUR. The frame consists of a carbon fibre monocoque with a front triangle that is 1.8 steerer-ready and features internal cable routing and a thru-axle. The maximum permissible weight is 150 kg, which speaks to its high load-bearing capacity.

For the brakes, Bulls has opted for SHIMANO BR-M6120 hydraulic disc brakes. The front and rear brake discs are fitted with SHIMANO SM-RT64 203mm CL and SHIMANO RT-EM600 203mm CL respectively, ensuring excellent braking performance. Gear changes are managed via the GATES Snubber system and operated by an e-trigger. The bike has a total of 12 gears.

The fork on the VUCA EVO AM 1 red is the BULLS Lytro 36 Supreme SL 1.8 Boost with 150 mm of travel, as is the rear shock, which also offers 150 mm of travel. The bike is designed to accommodate a MonkeyLink Connect front light (not included) and a MonkeyLink Twinlight rear light. The pedals are ZECURE MTB pedals.

Power is transmitted via the GATES® CDX belt, combined with a Pinion P8512 crankset (165 mm) and a 39/32T chainring. The handlebars are a BULLS Enduro Carbon model, whilst the grips are specified as MTB Sport. The stem is a BULLS MTBi-Sport, CCS Slot Mount ready, and the headset is an ACROS 310.52.570R1.

The rims are RYDE Disc 30 and tubeless-ready. The tyres are MAXXIS Minion DHF / MAXXIS Minion DHR2 AM 66-622, which provide excellent traction and stability. The hubs are FORMULA CL-811 at the front and FORMULA ECL-52 39T at the rear.

The saddle is a SELLE ROYAL Vivo Ergo model and the seatpost is a LIMOTEC Alpha 1, available in various lengths depending on frame size (S 100mm, M 125mm, L, XL 150mm) and an SL-MT500-IL for I-spec EV. The bike also features SUNTOUR MINI FENDER mudguards and a chain guide.

A special safety feature is the ABUS battery lock. The motor is a FIT PINION MGU E1.12 model and the battery has a capacity of 720 Wh (FIT UltraCore 720). The display is a FIT Master Node LED and the charger is a 3 A FIT charger.

Overall, the VUCA EVO AM 1 red offers an impressive package of performance, reliability and state-of-the-art technology, making it an excellent choice for discerning mountain bike enthusiasts.