Cannondale 650 U Topstone Neo Crb LE Lefty

The "650 U Topstone Neo Crb LE Lefty" model from Cannondale, released in 2021, is a high-quality e-bike that stands out for its advanced technology and excellent specifications. The price for this model is 9,999 EUR.

The bike’s frame is made from BallisTec carbon and features a removable battery in the down tube. The Kingpin suspension system and the 12x148 mm thru-axle ensure a stable and comfortable ride. The frame is also designed for use with a dropper seatpost.

The brakes are SRAM Force AXS with 160 mm Centreline rotors at the front and rear, ensuring reliable braking performance. The brake levers are also SRAM Force AXS. The drivetrain comprises a SRAM X01 Eagle eTap AXS groupset and SRAM Force eTap AXS HRD shifters with 12 speeds, enabling precise and rapid gear changes.

The fork is an All-New Lefty Oliver Carbon with 30 mm of travel, a Chamber Damper with All-Over Tune, an ISO High-Ride air spring and a tapered steerer tube. It is specifically designed for 650b wheels with a 55 mm offset. Pedals are not included with this model.

The crankset consists of a Praxis Alloy eCrank for Bosch with a 44-tooth SRAM Force X-SYNC chainring. The cassette is an SRAM XG-1275, GX Eagle with a tooth range of 10–50 and also 12 speeds. The drivetrain is complemented by an SRAM X01 Eagle system.

Steering is provided by a Cannondale 3 handlebar made from butted 6061 aluminium with a 16-degree flare drop. The grips are fitted with Cannondale bar tape, 3.5 mm thick. The stem is made from Cannondale 6061 aluminium, has a diameter of 31.8 mm and an angle of 7 degrees. The headset is integrated, ranging from 1.5" at the bottom to 1-1/8" at the top, and is topped off with a 25 mm carbon top cap.

The rims are WTB ST i25 TCS, tubeless-ready and feature 32 spoke holes. The tyres are WTB Resolute in size 650b x 42c, also tubeless-ready. The front hub is a Lefty 50 and the rear hub is a Formula Cartridge Bearing with a 12x148 mm thru-axle. The spokes are made of stainless steel and have a gauge of 14g.

The saddle is a Fabric Scoop Shallow Race with titanium rails, whilst the seatpost is a Promax SP-9032E made of carbon with a diameter of 27.2 mm.

At the heart of the e-bike is the Bosch Performance Line CX motor with an output of 250W. The battery is a Bosch PowerTube with a capacity of 500Wh, controlled via a Bosch Nyon display. The charger has an output of 4A.

Overall, the “650 U Topstone Neo Crb LE Lefty” e-bike from Cannondale offers an impressive combination of advanced technology, high-quality components and well-thought-out design, ideal for discerning riders who want to ride both on the road and off-road.