Scott Contessa Strike eRIDE 910

The "Contessa Strike eRIDE 910" model from Scott, released in 2021, is a high-quality e-mountain bike designed specifically for discerning female riders. The price for this model is 4,999 EUR.

The bike’s frame is made from a lightweight and robust aluminium alloy and features virtual 4-link kinematics (VLK) with 140 mm of travel. It is compatible with both 27.5-inch and 29-inch wheels and features adjustable geometry as well as a 148x12 mm Boost standard. The frame is also designed for the Bosch Gen4 motor and features an integrated, removable battery. Further features of the frame include a tapered head tube (Tapered Headtube E2), a central kickstand mount and provision for a Range Booster.

The e-bike’s total weight is 23 kg.

For the brakes, Scott has opted for the Shimano BR-MT420 4-piston system, combined with 203 mm brake discs at the front (Shimano SM-RT30 CL) and rear (Shimano RT-EM300 CL). The drivetrain consists of a Shimano XT 12-speed groupset with Shimano SL-M6100 shift levers, enabling precise and reliable gear changes.

Front suspension is provided by a Marzocchi Z2 Air fork with 140 mm of travel. This fork offers three modes (Rail 3), a 15x110 mm QR axle, a tapered steerer tube, rebound adjustment and a lockout function. The rear shock is a FOX Float EVOL Performance Trunnion, also with 140 mm of travel, three modes (Lockout, Trail, Descend) and a rebound adjustment.

The bike’s drivetrain consists of an FSA CK-745 crankset with a length of 165 mm and a 34-tooth chainring. The cassette is a Shimano CS-M6100 with a range of 10–51 teeth. The chain is a KMC e12S.

The bike’s cockpit comprises a Syncros Hixon 2.0 Rise aluminium handlebar, which is 740 mm wide, has a rise of 20 mm and a backsweep of 8°. This is complemented by Syncros Women Comfort Lock-On grips and a Syncros FL2.0 aluminium stem with a 6° angle.

The wheelsets consist of Syncros MD30 rims with 32 spokes and a width of 30 mm, which are tubeless-ready. The tyres are Maxxis Rekon, measuring 29x2.6", featuring a 120 TPI Kevlar bead, EXO+ protection and Tubeless Ready technology. The hubs are a Shimano HB-MT400-B CL at the front with a 15x110 mm axle and a Shimano FH-MT410-B CL at the rear with the Boost 12x148 mm standard. The spokes are made of black stainless steel.

The saddle is a Syncros Savona 2.0 V-Concept, mounted on a Syncros Duncan Dropper Post 2.5 seatpost with a diameter of 31.6 mm and a travel of 100 mm (size S), 125 mm (size M) and 150 mm (size L).

The Contessa Strike eRIDE 910 is powered by a Bosch Performance CX motor, which is limited to a speed of up to 25 km/h in the EU. The battery has a capacity of 625 Wh and the system is controlled via the Bosch Purion display.

Overall, the Scott Contessa Strike eRIDE 910 offers an impressive combination of performance, comfort and versatility, making it an excellent choice for ambitious female e-mountain bikers.