Husqvarna E-Bicycles Mountain Cross MC5 2023

The Mountain Cross MC5 2023 from Husqvarna E-Bicycles is a versatile e-mountain bike that is equipped with a variety of high-quality components to offer outstanding performance on both demanding trails and longer tours. The frame of the MC5 is made of carbon and has a modern design with an integrated battery and Boost technology. With a suspension travel of 150 mm, the HQV carbon frame offers an excellent balance between stability and flexibility. The permissible total weight of the bike is 130 kg, reflecting a robust construction.

Braking performance is provided by SRAM G2 R hydraulic disc brakes at the front and rear, each with 4-piston and 200 mm centreline brake discs. Shifting is made possible by the SRAM GX Eagle 12-speed system, which is known for its precise and reliable shifting performance. The shift lever is also from SRAM GX Eagle and enables single-click shifting.

Suspension is provided by the FOX Float 36 Performance fork with grip and E-Bike+ support and the FOX Float DPS Performance shock, both of which offer air suspension. The pedals are made of aluminium and come from Husqvarna, while the crankset is made of forged aluminium from Shimano FC-EM900.

The bike is equipped with a DT Swiss HX 1700 SPLINE wheelset, which is tubeless ready and has thru axles at both the front and rear. The tyres are Maxxis Minion DHF at the front and Maxxis Minion DHR II at the rear, both tubeless ready and offering excellent grip on a variety of terrain.

The drive is provided by the Shimano EP8 motor (DU-EP801) with an output of 250 W and a maximum torque of 85 Nm. The Core S3+ battery has a capacity of 720 Wh and is charged with a Charger S charger with 4 A. The Shimano SC-EM800 LCD display offers ANT and Bluetooth connectivity for easy control and monitoring of ride data.

Other features include a 780 mm wide Husqvarna riser handlebar, Husqvarna bolt-on grips and a Husqvarna Pro dropper post for the seatpost. The saddle is also a Husqvarna MTB model.

In terms of geometry, the Mountain Cross MC5 offers a reach of 500 mm, a stack of 660 mm, a seat tube length of 485 mm and a top tube length of 655 mm. The head tube angle is 66 degrees, while the seat tube angle is 77 degrees. The chainstay length is 445 mm, the bottom bracket drop is 18 mm and the crank length is 165 mm. The total wheelbase of the bike is 1279 mm.

With a price of EUR 7799, the Mountain Cross MC5 2023 offers excellent value for money for ambitious mountain bikers looking for a powerful and reliable e-mountain bike.