At 13.85 kilograms, the Cannondale Moto weighs quite a bit despite the use of carbon fibre. The second heaviest frame weight combined with the heaviest wheels in this test explains why. With the exception of the missing chain guide, which is difficult to retrofit without an ISCG mount, the bike's spec is solid throughout and completely suitable for enduro riding: Kind Shock telescopic seatpost with remote control, stable Avid Elixir CR Mag brakes with large discs and a complete Fox suspension system complete the picture. While the 55 millimetre short stubby stem wasn't to everyone's taste and provided little pressure on the front wheel, we liked the wide Easton handlebars. Heavier, more aggressive riders will notice the somewhat low stiffness of the frame.
CONCLUSIONCannondale's tuning moto is not a bike that stands out due to hard facts. It was more about functionality and a fun chassis than about pushing the limits of weight.
Special featuresSystem integration with Cannondale Hollowgram SL crank
Price7000 Euro
DistributionCannondale, Tel. 0041/614879380, www.cannondale.com
