Cannondale Tesoro Neo Carbon 1

The "Tesoro Neo Carbon 1" model from Cannondale from 2024 presents itself as a high-quality e-bike that is positioned in the upper mid-range with a price of EUR 5899. The frame is made from the Tesoro Neo Carbon Series 2 carbon construction and has an integrated battery in the down tube as well as internal cable routing. The frame geometry is characterised by a chainstay length of 450 mm, a reach of 378 mm and a stack of 560 mm. The seat tube angle is 73 degrees, while the head tube angle is 70 degrees.

The fork of the Tesoro Neo Carbon 1 is also made of Series 2 carbon and is equipped with a 1-1/8" to 1.5" Delta steerer. It offers a flat disc brake mount and internal cable routing. The 6061 aluminium handlebar has a width of 700 mm and a rise of 7 degrees, while the stem has an angle of 6 degrees.

For the braking system, Cannondale relies on SRAM S-300 hydraulic disc brakes with 160 mm CenterLine X rotors at the front and rear. Shifting is provided by the SRAM X1 Eagle AXS wireless electronic system, which enables precise and wireless gear changes. The shift lever is the SRAM GX Eagle AXS controller, also wireless. The bike offers a total of 12 gears, which are supported by the SRAM Eagle X-GLIDE 1275 cassette (10-50) and the SRAM NX Eagle drivetrain.

The crankset comes from FSA and is specially designed for Bosch e-bikes, equipped with a SRAM Direct Mount and a 38T chainring. The motor of the Tesoro Neo Carbon 1 is the Bosch Performance Line SX, which offers support up to 25 km/h. The battery has a capacity of 400 Wh and is integrated as a Bosch Compact Powertube. The display is a Top-Tube System Controller with a mini remote control. A Bosch 2A charger is used to charge the battery.

The bike is equipped with Cannondale GXD10 rims, which consist of a double-walled aluminium construction and have 28 spokes. The tyres are Vittoria Terreno Zero in size 700x35c. The hubs are from Formula and have sealed industrial bearings with a 12x110 mm Thru-Axle at the front and a 12x148 mm Thru-Axle at the rear.

The Selle Royal Vivo Active Ergo saddle, mounted on a Cannondale 3 seatpost made from 6061 aluminium with dimensions of 27.2x400 mm, provides additional comfort. The bike is also equipped with extruded aluminium mudguards with an integrated rear light. Other features include a Lezyne Hecto StVZO E65 front light, a kickstand and pannier rack with rear pannier brackets.

Overall, the Tesoro Neo Carbon 1 offers a balanced combination of advanced technology, high-quality components and sophisticated design, making it an attractive choice for discerning e-bike riders.