In surveys of e-bikers, a lack of battery capacity is always one of the biggest shortcomings of current e-MTBs. With a double battery, Bulls wants to quench the thirst for long rides. There is space for two flat energy sources of 375 watt hours each in the down tube, and the bike manages a good 2000 metres in altitude on our test bench when equipped with two batteries. Depending on the daily programme, the user can choose whether to start with one or two batteries. Please note: The price only includes one energy source. The E-Core Evo EN is a true enduro bike with 180 millimetres of suspension travel and downhill-heavy geometry - ideal for long days on wild trails.
We felt the alignment directly during our test rides on the challenging Tschilli trail in Val Venosta/Vinschgau. The bike provides a lot of confidence on rough terrain, the suspension works sensitively and swallows even rough bumps with ease. However, this requires meticulous tuning. The many adjustment options, which also require tools, can quickly become overwhelming. With the wrong setting, the rear suspension loses a lot of its strength. The advantage for experienced enduro riders is that the bike can be finely adjusted to suit the terrain and personal preferences. From comfortably soft to sporty and firm. The right equipment also contributes to the fact that trail bikers can go full throttle with the Bulls: strong tyres, top braking system, no compromises. E-bikers have to make compromises on the climbs, as the front wheel rises relatively early on steep ramps. On technical climbs, the Bulls is not easy to keep in check.
Conclusion on the Bulls E-Core Evo EN
A potent enduro bike for demanding terrain with sensible equipment and top suspension. The dual-battery solution provides a great reach and saves a heavy second battery in the rucksack, but costs extra.
PLUS Powerful reach height with double battery, top equipment
MINUS Complex damper tuning, not a climbing artist
Technical data BULLS E-Core Evo EN 27.5"
Reach height 1050 hm
Time/500 hm4 30:20 min
Price 6499 Euro
Drive
Engine Shimano Steps E8000
Maximum torque
¹
70 Nm
Battery¹ / weight² / price Replacement battery BMZ Li-Ion, 375 Wh (x 2), 2077 grams / 699 euros
Circuit Shimano XT Di2 (11-speed)
Translation (v. / h.) 38; 11-46
Display / Size Shimano M8000 / 21 x 38 mm
Equipment
Fork / damper Rockshox Lyrik RC / Fox Float X2 Air
Spring travel¹ (f. / h.) 180 mm / 180 mm
Telescopic support KS Lev Integra, 150 mm
Brake / Disc Ø (front / rear) Shimano Saint / 203 mm / 203 mm
Impellers DT Swiss HX 1501 Spline One system wheels
Wheel size 27,5''
Tyres Schwalbe Magic Mary Addix, 27.5 x 2.6 inch
Measured values²
Sizes / frame material 44 / 49 / 54 / Aluminium
Weight 23.36 kg
Centre of gravity height 512 mm
Handlebar width 780 mm
Crank length / Q-factor 170 mm / 183 mm
Reach / Stack 453 mm / 609 mm
E-MTB JUDGEMENT³ VERY GOOD
Manufacturer information
²Determined on the test benches in the EMTB test laboratory, weight without pedals.
The judgement reflects the subjective impression of the testers and the results of the reach measurement and laboratory tests, and is always to be understood in relation to the respective category (hardtail, tour/trail, enduro). The EMTB judgement is independent of price. EMTB judgements: super (from 320 points), very good (from 285 points), good (from 250 points), satisfactory (from 215 points), with weaknesses (from 180 points), below insufficient.
4Average value from the reach height test over the entire distance.
Florentin Vesenbeckh
Editor CvD
