A new edition of the Scott Patron E-MTB was only a matter of time after the introduction of the Bosch Performance CX 2025. However, Scott didn't simply put the new system into the existing frame, but invested a lot of brainpower to create a high-performance platform from everyday to enduro. Two things become clear at first glance. Firstly: The newcomer differs significantly from its predecessor. Secondly, design played a major role in the Swiss development department.
E-MTBs have come a long way since the first motorised mountain bikes. Scott knows that the look and design of motorised bikes is a sensitive issue. The old Patron E-Ride already broke with the e-bikes of earlier times and managed to combine a futuristic look with the advantages of modern e-MTBs thanks to a large portion of system integration. The new Scott Patron 2025 goes one step further. With clear lines, strong riding characteristics and the new Bosch motor (test here) wants to ride the fully with 150 millimetres of rear travel into the hearts of e-bikers.
Equipment of the Scott Patron E-Ride: An E-MTB fully for all occasions
Despite its sporty aspirations, the outgoing generation of the Scott Patron E-Ride did not want to do without comfortable features such as integrated rear lights or a kickstand mount. Our tests at the time confirmed that the Patron was highly suitable for everyday use, but also a high weight and a somewhat tamer gait compared to other hardcore eMTBs in the same suspension travel league. In the successor model, this borderline between the two worlds is now to be resolved more consistently. To achieve this, Scott has split the model designations in two. The new Scott Patron models in the 900 series have 150 millimetres of travel on the fork and shock and are aimed at a broad target group thanks to their "do-it-all" claim. The new Scott Patron ST (for "Super Trail") aims to penetrate the most demanding terrain with a more specific choice of components and thus reach enduro riders in particular.
Details on the Scott Patron 900 models 2025
- Application: All Mountain/Trail, SUV
- Wheel size: 29 inch
- Front / rear suspension travel: 150 / 150 mm
- Frame material: carbon or aluminium
- Motor: Bosch Performance CX 2025
- Battery: Bosch Powertube 800, removable
- Weights: 24.2 to 25.8 kilos
- Prices: 5999 to 8799 euros
- Equipment specifics: fast-rolling tyres, suspension forks with 36 mm stanchion tube diameter, Bosch display
Details on the Scott Patron ST models 2025
- Area of application: Enduro
- Wheel size: 29 inch
- Front / rear suspension travel: 170 / 150 mm
- Frame material: carbon or aluminium
- Motor: Bosch Performance CX 2025
- Battery: Bosch Powertube 800, removable
- Weights: 24.3 to 25.9 kilos
- Prices: 6499 to 10,999 euros
- Equipment specifics: aggressive tyres with high puncture protection, shock absorber with reservoir, suspension forks with 38 mm stanchion tube diameter
New carbon and aluminium frames on the Scott e-bike
For the first time in the company's history, Scott is combining a full-power drive with a full carbon frame on the new top models of the Patron E-Ride. On these bikes, not only the main frame but also the rear triangle is made of carbon. The models from the spearhead of the line-up with carbon chainstays have to do without a kickstand mount. Without shock and in size M, Scott promises a frame weight of 2500 grams. In the mid-range price category, the Swiss company offers the Patron with a hybrid frame, which combines a carbon main frame with an aluminium rear triangle. Models with an aluminium frame form the entry into the world of the Patron E-Ride. This is said to be a whole two kilos heavier than the optimised carbon chassis. In order to offer a harmonious portfolio and simplify the supply of spare parts, Scott developed the carbon and aluminium versions in symbiosis. Regardless of the frame material, all plastic parts are the same across all models. All frames are tested according to ASTM category four and are approved up to a maximum system weight of 128 kilos.
Unchanged geometry, new chassis configuration
Although Scott has developed the new Patron frame from scratch, interestingly enough, it comes with the same geometry as its predecessor. According to the manufacturer, the dimensions of the Patron have proven themselves both uphill and downhill and an update was deemed superfluous. What is new, however, is the option to vary the head angle in three steps from 64.9 to 65.8 degrees. The 454 millimetre chainstay length remains the same across all frame sizes. Scott has dispensed with size-specific rear triangles. However, a lower top tube with a low standover height should now also make the Patron attractive for smaller riders. All bikes roll on 29-inch wheels. A conversion to mullet tyres is not planned.
Since the Scott Spark, the Swiss manufacturer has been known for system integration solutions on the suspension of its full-suspension bikes. The new Scott Patron also conceals its shock inside the frame. However, the shock no longer sits in the top tube, as it did on the predecessor, but has been integrated into the seat tube area. Generous covers encapsulate the internal technology from environmental influences, but allow access to the shock if required. As the shock is well protected in the frame and is not exposed to dirt, Scott was able to install particularly high-performance shock mounts from Fox. Despite the large openings in the frame, Scott promises a high level of frame stiffness.
Despite the major visual changes, the kinematics should remain almost the same. The new Scott Patron continues to rely on a proven four-link rear suspension system. The enduro models of the ST series now come with a Fox Float X shock including reservoir for greater volume and better heat management. A precisely shaped opening in the shock cover creates the necessary space. The Scott Tracloc system has been specified on the new E-Fully in response to customer requests for the suspension remote. This allows a pedalling platform of the suspension strut to be activated or locked by pressing the thumb to achieve greater pedalling efficiency on uphill sections.
Full power with Bosch Performance Line CX motor
For 2025, the Scott Patron E-Ride comes with the latest e-bike system from Bosch. At its heart is the updated Bosch Performance Line CX motor with 600 watts and 85 Newton metres of peak power. Up to 340 per cent support power should get e-mountain bikers up everywhere. In our tests, the new unit achieves top values and is one thing above all: pleasantly rattle-free. All versions of the Scott Patron 2025 come with the new 800 watt-hour battery from Bosch as standard. For a lighter overall weight, customers can also retrofit a smaller 600 watt-hour battery. The batteries can be easily removed from the down tube. A magnetic guide makes it easier to insert the cover, and the robust catch works mechanically. In contrast to its predecessor, the Bosch motor in the Patron is no longer upside down, but sits conventionally in the bike.
The drive system is protected by the most resistant motor cover Scott has ever developed. Inspired by the motocross sector, the cover promises massive protection for the electronics. In order to flush out all dirt, the cover has extra large drainage openings on the fully sealed motor. While all other lines and cables run in the top tube, all cables are routed in the down tube. This clear separation should ensure less complexity when bolting and prevent rattling. In the higher price categories, the new Scott Patron with the Bosch ABS Pro anti-lock braking system, which is designed to prevent locked tyres when braking.
Clever details for the E-Fully
With the new Patron E-Ride, Scott wants to have created a fully platform that covers as many needs of e-bikers as possible. All models come with integrated rear lights that draw their power directly from the main battery. A fender on the rear wheel protects the hardware from the worst of the dirt. To make suspension set-up easier, the new Patron also features the SAG indicator familiar from other Scott bikes. This makes it easy to read the negative suspension travel from the outside despite the shock being concealed. An additional opening allows access to the upper shock eyelet, facilitates removal and is sealed by a rubber cover. The bike is compatible with shocks from both Rockshox and Fox. Steel spring shocks are not provided. Brake lines and cables run through the headset area into the inside of the frame. One-piece carbon cockpits from Syncros are fitted to the top models.
Models and prices of the Scott Patron E-Ride
Scott offers the Patron 900 series and the models from the ST line-up in three equipment variants. Both wired gears from Shimano and wireless drivetrains from Sram are on offer. While the top models are equipped with Magura brakes, all other variants come with Shimano stoppers. There is also a choice between Schwalbe and Maxxis tyres. As is standard, all equipment variants have dropper posts on board. Even in the most expensive equipment variants, the product managers have dispensed with parts that they do not see on the E-Enduro, such as carbon wheels or gears above the Sram GX Eagle AXS Transmission series. Scott offers the new Patron in four frame sizes from S to XL.
Scott Patron 920
- Price: 5999 Euro
- Weight: 25.8 kg
- Frame material: Aluminium
- Colours: clay pink / martin green / granite black
- Special features: Shimano Deore drivetrain / X-Fusion Nude shock / Rockshox Psylo Silver RC fork
Scott Patron 910
- Price: 7699 Euro
- Weight: 24.3 kg
- Frame material: Hybrid (carbon main frame / aluminium rear triangle)
- Colours: mauve purple / shark grey
- Special features: Sram S1000 Eagle AXS Transmission drivetrain / Fox 36 Rhythm fork
Scott Patron 900
- Price: 8799 Euro
- Weight: 24.4 kg
- Frame material: Hybrid (carbon main frame / aluminium rear triangle)
- Colours: cumulus white / carbon black
- Special features: Sram GX Eagle AXS transmission / Fox 36 Performance fork / Bosch ABS Pro
Scott Patron ST 910
- Price: 6499 Euro
- Weight: 25.9 kg
- Frame material: Aluminium
- Colours: loden green
- Special features: Shimano Deore drivetrain / Rockshox Superdeluxe shock / Rockshox Domain R fork
Scott Patron ST 900 RC
- Price: 9499 Euro
- Weight: 24.6 kg
- Frame material: Full carbon fibre
- Colours: luminary green
- Special features: Sram GX Eagle AXS Transmission drivetrain / Fox Float X Nude shock / Fox 38 Performance Elite fork
Scott Patron ST 900 Tuned
- Price: 10,999 euros
- Weight: 24.3 kg
- Frame material: Full carbon fibre
- Colours: carbon black
- Special features: Sram GX Eagle AXS Transmission drivetrain / Fox Float X Nude Factory shock / Fox 38 Factory fork / Bosch ABS Pro
First ride impression of the Scott Patron LT Tuned
The fact that the new Scott Patron relies on the new Bosch Performance Line CX is a good thing. The motor pushes powerfully and persistently over every mountain. Thanks to the large 800 battery, range worries are quickly forgotten. The riding position is sporty with a long but not extreme reach without being too demanding. Uphill and downhill the Schwalbe tyres in the new radial construction deliver a powerful performance. Grip and traction are at the highest level and set no limits when choosing lines. No need to worry about flats on the Patron ST Enduro thanks to the super-gravity model. This is not the case with the 900 series bikes. Here, thin-walled Maxxis Forekaster tyres caused the odd air loss during our test rides in the rocky south of France. Back to the Patron 900 ST Tuned: The rear suspension works in a controlled manner in all riding situations and the suspension components from the Fox Factory range are beyond reproach. In the terrain for which the Enduro is designed, we could easily do without the Tracloc system.
"Switch off your head and blast off" - that's the motto with the high safety reserves of the Scott Patron ST and the powerful Bosch CX. With its low centre of gravity, the bike sits firmly and securely on the course. High-speed descents can't scare it. In full throttle mode, almost every uphill section becomes a flow trail. The bike greedily swallows obstacles and quickly generates uphill flow. If you want to perform active riding manoeuvres such as manuals and bunny hops on flatter trails, you will have to pull hard on the handlebars due to the bike's considerable weight and 454 millimetre chainstays.
Playful "newschool jibbing" is not the favoured riding style of the Scott Patron ST. However, you can have fun on the e-bike even without a recognised riding technique certificate. A low standover height pays off in terms of freedom of movement on steep descents. With a shorter seat tube, even more could be gained from the geometry concept. Bosch's ABS Pro is an addition with added value on such a large-calibre bike. Anyone coming from a classic mountain bike without electronics will be fascinated, but will need some time to get used to it. Nice: The new Scott Patron is pleasantly quiet.
Conclusion
The new Scott Patron E-Ride is a blistering machine. In terms of system integration, the Swiss go one step further than the competition and put together a very well thought-out full-power package. In the first test, the Patron ST scored points with its fun riding characteristics, which harmonise well with the new Bosch system.
With so much high-end technology, the distance to the classic mountain bike is quite large. Lovers of conservative, minimalist products may be put off by this and the imposing weight. But if you know what you want, the elegant Scott Patron ST Tuned 2025 is a real winner. - Jan Timmermann, BIKE editor
Jan Timmermann
Editor
