With the eye-catching wings on the down tube, direct mail order company Thok wants to evoke motocross feelings. The Thok TK01 R is fitted with a Shimano 630 battery, the smallest battery in the test field. Nevertheless, the e-MTB is heavy at 25.7 kilos - the highest value in the test. When getting on the bike, you'll notice the balanced riding position, ideal for long days on the bike. If you turn onto rough trails, the plush rear suspension can defuse large obstacles. However, the suspension doesn't come close to the performance of the best in the test. Rough straights are solid. However, the more dynamic the descents become, the more difficult the handling of the TK01 becomes: the bottom bracket and centre of gravity are very high and the reach is compact. This makes you stand on the bike rather than feeling comfortably integrated. Added to this is the rather high weight.
You can find an overview of all 7 E-Enduro bikes tested here. In it, we discuss in detail, among other things, the Motorswhich Reach heights and the question of whether a Light e-MTB or a classic e-Enduro is the better choice.
Sure: The Thok TK01 R can also master racy enduro trails. Compared to the competition, however, it rides noticeably slower, despite its rather compact wheelbase. Good: The wide Maxxis tyres provide comfort and the Airliner inserts offer additional puncture protection. Too bad: On our test bike, the bearings on the shock linkage creaked extremely. Together with the rattling EP8 motor, this resulted in an unpleasant background noise on the trail. The unnecessarily complicated attachment of the battery cover and the mediocre strut protection also cost points.
Conclusion by Florentin Vesenbeckh, deputy editor-in-chief of EMTB:
"Robust aluminium e-MTB with an unusual look and powerful suspension. The handling was not convincing in tough off-road use. Heavy despite relatively small battery."
Technical data and notes Thok TK01 R
General information
- Price: 6690 Euro
- Sizes / frame material: S / M / L (tested size) / XL / aluminium
- More info/Thok website
Measured values²
- Weight²: 25.7 kg
- Reach altitude¹: 1401 (+0) hm
- Average speed: 13.6 km/h
- Centre of gravity height: 542 mm
- Handlebar width: 780 mm
- Crank length / Q-factor: 165 mm / 176 mm
- Ground clearance⁵: 502 mm
Drive
- Motor: Shimano EP8
- Max. Torque³: 85 Nm
- Battery³ / weight²/ price Replacement battery: Shimano BT-E8036, 630 Wh / 3520 g / approx. 780 Euro
- Gear system: Shimano XT (12-speed)
- Translation (v. / h.): 34; 10-51
- Display / size: Shimano M7000 / 13 x 37 mm
PLUS: Comparatively light and compact; harmonious ride feel
MINUS: Moderate power; less lively power delivery; rattling noises
Equipment
- Permissible total weight³: 146 kg
- Fork / shock: Rockshox ZEB Select / Superdeluxe Select+
- Suspension travel (f. / h.): 170 mm / 170 mm
- Telescopic seatpost: Thok Dropper, 170 mm
- Brake / Disc Ø (front / rear): Shimano XT 8120 / 203 mm / 203 mm
- Wheels: Novatec hubs; Mavic E-XM 435 rims
- Tyres (f. / h.): Maxxis Assegai EXO+, 29 x 2.6" / 27.5 x 2.6"
EMTB test rating: 7.5 points - good
¹ The reach height was determined during standardised test rides on an asphalt climb with a gradient of 12.2 percent. Highest support level, 150 watts pedalling power of the rider, rider weight incl. equipment 90 kg. The altitude metres in clearly reduced emergency mode are shown in brackets. The average speed refers to the journey with full assistance.
² Determined on the test stands in the EMTB test laboratory, weight without pedals. Battery weight incl. screwed-on cover where applicable.
³ Manufacturer's specification
⁴ The judgement reflects the subjective impression of the testers and the results of the reach measurement and laboratory tests. The EMTB judgement is independent of price. EMTB judgements: super (from 9.0), very good (from 8.0), good (from 7.0), satisfactory (from 6.0), with weaknesses (from 5.0), below insufficient.
⁵ Measured with 36 centimetre raised rear wheel (step).
Florentin Vesenbeckh
Editor CvD
