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Haibike Hybe 10.5The enduro bike from Haibike - now with a Yamaha motor

Adrian Kaether

 · 06.05.2024

With the Haibike Hybe 10.5, Haibike has added an enduro bike with a Yamaha motor to its product range.
Photo: David Schultheiss
With the Hybe 10.5, Haibike is adding a downhill-orientated model with top suspension to its E-MTB range. The aluminium frame is intended to reduce the price somewhat, while 170/160 millimetres and a proven geometry promise a wide range of uses.
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It's not always easy to keep track of Haibike's e-mountainbikes. The best example: the All Mtn. Originally presented with Yamaha enginethe bike was available soon also with a completely different frame and Bosch motor. But this bike was also called All Mtn. And this Bosch bike in turn is called Hybe despite the unchanged framework since 2023 - based on Haibikes Light-E-MTB Lyke. And now there's a new Hybe, but now with a completely different frame and a Yamaha instead of a Bosch motor. Confused? Never mind! Curtain up for the Haibike Hybe 10.5 and open your eyes when choosing a bike!

The Haibike Hybe 10.5 comes with a Yamaha motor, Mullet wheel mix, 170/160 millimetres of suspension travel and costs 7999 euros.Photo: HaibikeThe Haibike Hybe 10.5 comes with a Yamaha motor, Mullet wheel mix, 170/160 millimetres of suspension travel and costs 7999 euros.

The facts about the Haibike Hybe 10.5

  • Motor: Yamaha PW-XM, 85 Nm max. torque
  • Battery: 720 Wh (removable)
  • Frame material: Aluminium
  • Suspension travel: 170 / 160 mm
  • Wheel size: 29 / 27.5 inch (Mullet)
  • Frame sizes: S, M, L, XL
  • Price: 7999 Euro
  • Weight: probably over 25 kg
  • Permissible total weight: 120 kg (manufacturer's specification)

The e-bike motor in the Hybe 10.5

The Hybe 10.5 features the new Yamaha PW-XM motor. This special version of the classic Yamaha drive differs from its smaller brother, the PW-X3, primarily due to its magnesium housing. At just over 2.6 kilos, the PW-XM is the lightest motor in the 85 Newton metre class, but still lags somewhat behind the competition in terms of performance. The drive is operated via a minimalist remote, an LED display sits behind the handlebars and shows the absolute basics of the rpm level and battery status.

Concise information on the U-level and battery status. The Yamaha display on the Hybe 10.5 remains minimalist. Here is the identical display on the Haibike Nduro 8 Freeride.Photo: Georg GrieshaberConcise information on the U-level and battery status. The Yamaha display on the Hybe 10.5 remains minimalist. Here is the identical display on the Haibike Nduro 8 Freeride.

Frame and geometry of the Hybe 10.5

Unlike the Hybe bikes with a Bosch motor, Haibike have opted for an all-aluminium frame for the Hybe 10.5 with Yamaha motor, which is confusingly made of aluminium. the frame of the Nduro models looks very similar. However, the Hybe 10.5 has "only" 170 / 160 millimetres of travel.

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With its long wheelbase, long chainstays and slack head angle, the geometry is designed for a smooth ride, and the compact reach and high stack should make the Hybe 10.5 very comfortable and upright. Unfortunately, like the Nduro, the Hybe 10.5 is likely to be quite heavy. In view of the stably selected equipment (see below), a weight of 26 to 27 kilograms is realistic, the permissible total weight is just 120 kilograms.

Long chainstays and a high stack with a not too extreme reach should make the Haibike Hybe 10.5 comfortable and smooth-running.Photo: HaibikeLong chainstays and a high stack with a not too extreme reach should make the Haibike Hybe 10.5 comfortable and smooth-running.

Features and price of the Haibike Hybe 10.5

With Rockshox Ultimate suspension, super grippy Maxxis Assegai at the front and Magura MT7, the Haibike Hybe 10.5 is fully designed for riding fun in difficult terrain. The GX Eagle transmission should shine with durability even under demanding conditions. Unfortunately, as with the Haibike Hybe with Bosch motor, the price of the 10.5 is once again quite ambitious. 7999 euros are due for the bike according to the list.

  • Fork / Shock: Rockshox Zeb Ultimate / Superdeluxe Ultimate
  • Gear system: Sram GX Transmission (12-speed)
  • Brakes: Magura MT7
  • Wheels: DT Swiss H1900 Spline
  • Tyres: Maxxis Assegai MaxxGrip Exo+ / DHR II DD tyres
Always full throttle downhill: this is how Haibike envisions the Hybe 10.5's range of use. Unfortunately, despite its aluminium frame and presumably high weight, the bike is quite expensive at 7999 euros.Photo: Klemens KönigAlways full throttle downhill: this is how Haibike envisions the Hybe 10.5's range of use. Unfortunately, despite its aluminium frame and presumably high weight, the bike is quite expensive at 7999 euros.

Adrian Kaether

Adrian Kaether's favourite thing to do is ride mountain bikes on bumpy enduro trails. The tech expert and bike tester knows all about Newton metres and watt hours, high and low-speed damping. As test manager at MYBIKE, Adrian also likes to think outside the box and tests cargo bikes and step-through bikes as well as the latest (e-)MTBs.

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