Affordable enduro e-bikes: Four favourites of the EMTB editorial team

Lots of suspension travel means lots of fun on the trail. At least for experienced bikers who like to leave the brakes open even in rough terrain - as our test of enduro e-bikes up to € 7000 impressively demonstrates. However, long-stroke E-Enduros often have a decisive disadvantage: they are expensive. This is because the kinematics are particularly complex to construct and the long stroke places high demands on the quality of the suspension elements.

The 4 most exciting enduro e-bikes at a glance

That's why you won't find really cheap suspension forks and shocks on e-bike enduro bikes - typical price-squeeze parts such as the Rockshox 35, for example, are not available at all with a stroke of 160 millimetres or more. But powerful suspension costs money. It's no wonder that two mail-order companies are the two cheapest candidates for affordable e-bike enduro bikes. However, specialist brands such as Giant and Bulls also offer racy E-Enduros at a reasonable price. Four favourites of the EMTB editors at a glance:

Canyon Torque:On 7

• Price 4499 Euro
• Wheel size 27.5 inch
• Suspension travel 180 / 175 mm

The Canyon Torque:On 7 comes absolutely enduro-ready for 4500 euros! Rockshox ZEB-R fork, Superdeluxe shock, 12-speed Deore drivetrain and decent Deore four-piston brakes. We know from previous tests that the Torque suspension is really forgiving and the handling is a good mix of composure and playfulness (super short chainstays!). However, Canyon's enduro e-bike needs to be ridden actively, which requires an experienced rider. The disadvantages are the small 500 Wh battery. However, you can easily extend days in the bike park with a second battery.

Radon Deft 8.0

• Price 5199 Euro
• Wheel size 29 inch
• Suspension travel 170 mm

The entry-level model of the brand new Radon Deft Enduro e-bikes are available from as little as 5199 euros - and with Bosch Smart System750 battery and carbon main frame. Compared to the Deft 10.0 from our test in EMTB 4/22, you have to make concessions with the suspension, for example: instead of the Fox 38 Factory fork and Float X2 shock, you have to make do with the 36 Performance fork and Float X shock. Instead of Magura's MT7 brakes and Sram X01 Eagle drivetrain, Magura's MT5 and Shimano's XT components have to suffice. That's perfectly acceptable. The Maxxis tyres only have the thin EXO casing for the price - fast riders should upgrade their Radon enduro e-bike.

Giant Reign E+ 3

• Price 5199 Euro
• Wheel size 29 / 27.5 inch
• Suspension travel 170 / 160 mm

As with Radon, the Giant Enduro e-bike from EMTB 4/22 is also equipped to a very high standard. The entry-level model of the Giant Reign E+ also features the PW-X3 drive from Yamaha but with a smaller 625cc battery. However, the Fox shock has to make do without a reservoir, while the inexpensive but very efficient Domain from Rockshox provides the front suspension. There is no need to worry about the performance of Shimano's 12-speed Deore. The affordable Giant Reign e-bike shares the top tyre combination with a thick DD carcass at the rear with the top enduro model.

Bulls Sonic EVO EN-SL1

• Price 5999 Euro
• Wheel size 29 inch
• Suspension travel 160 / 150 mm

The lively lightweight of our eMTB Enduro test group - the Bulls Sonic Evo SL - is available from 6000 euros. The entry-level model of the EVO EN-SL1 e-bike enduro bike has to do without the integrated Eightpins seatpost. The Rockshox suspension comes from the more affordable Select+ or Select series. The braking and shifting components are also slightly cheaper, but are equipped for serious trail use. The super-light chassis with the lightweight 750cc battery also characterises the entry-level model. All in all, this enduro e-bike should also impress with its low weight and light-footed handling.