Even against the new integrated Shimano batteries from the high-end test group, the Moustache down tube looks really slim. Visually, the Moustache is one of the most successful designs of the year. In the riding test, the French bike performed solidly, but didn't receive thunderous applause in any discipline. It rides a little nervously in comparison, the rear suspension feels tough and over-damped. The fork is also not particularly sensitive. On the other hand, the Moustache scores points with decent laboratory values. It is stiff and well balanced. The frame has the potential for a better overall rating.
ConclusionGreat concept, visually successful integration of the Bosch battery. However, the riding characteristics suffer from the sluggish chassis.
Reach 1209 HM
Efficiency class A+
Price 4399 Euro
Info www.moustachebikes.com
Drive
Motor / Position 250 watt Bosch Performance CX / centre
Max. Torque 75 Nm
Battery Lithium-ion, 500 Wh
Gearstick / transmission Front 1x14, rear 11-speed Sram NX / 11-46
Display / Size Bosch Intuvia / 3.5 inch
Software / status k. A.
Equipment
Sizes / frame material S / M / L / Carbon with aluminium rear triangle
Fork / damper FSR Suntour Aion 35 RL Boost / Moustache Custom
Telescopic support Trans X 110 mm, remote
Brake / Disc (front / rear) Magura MT4 / 180 mm / 180 mm
Impellers No Name / Moustache
Tyres Maxxis Rekon Tubeless Ready 27.5x2.8
Measured values
Suspension travel (front / rear) 140 mm / 140 mm
Weight / Distribution 23.0 kg / 48:52 (v/h)
Centre of gravity height 503 mm
Handlebar width 760 mm
Reach / Stack 435 mm / 611 mm
BB-Offset / Q-Factor -23 mm / 190 mm
EMTB JUDGEMENT GOOD*
*EMTB judgement: super (from 350 points), very good (from 315 points), good (from 280 points), satisfactory (from 245 points), with weaknesses (from 210 points), below unsatisfactory.
The judgement reflects the subjective impression of the testers and the results of the reach measurement and laboratory tests. It is independent of price.
