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What do you get when you try to combine as many skills as possible in one product? Something characterless, undefined? Or a brilliant all-rounder? As far as e-mountainbikes are concerned, we are confident that it is the brilliant all-rounder. Because what the bike industry has been trying to do for decades seems to have been achieved for the first time with the E-MTB: to build a bike that can do everything and is exactly the right companion for the majority of bikers - as a comfortable and safe touring bike, as a lively and fun trail bike and - if necessary - as an enduro bruiser.
Eight high-end eMTBs for 2021 on test - our video gives an insight into the test field and our test track. Riding fun included!
Why are the chances of finding this super all-rounder among e-bikes so good? Because many of the contradictions that make classic bikes a lazy compromise are smoothed out by the motor. We see the best chances of finding this super all-rounder in the 150-millimetre league. In other words, where the majority of current E-MTB models can be found anyway. 150 to 160 millimetres of suspension travel promise comfort and riding safety, the bikes are suitable for touring and are easy to handle. What puts off some touring riders on non-motorised bikes due to their weight alone, is therefore gladly accepted on e-bikes. The situation is similar with tyres, brakes and suspension forks - thanks to the e-assistance, you don't have to be stingy, you can also go big.
All bikes in the test
All results of the comparative test
Which bike offers the best compromise for all areas of use? And which one stands out as a comfortable tourer or a fun trail rocket? We tested the bikes in direct comparison on a variety of trails and tours. In addition, each candidate underwent an extensive laboratory procedure. Who excels in terms of range? And who has the centre of gravity and weight best under control? The entire test with all results, data and details can be found in EMTB 6/2020. You can also download the complete comparison test of the 2021 super all-rounders as a PDF below the article. The test costs 2.99 euros. You can obtain the EMTB conveniently in the Subscription, in our Online shop and as an app edition for Apple and Android.
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Florentin Vesenbeckh
Editor CvD
