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New engine, big front wheelThe Husqvarna MC

Florentin Vesenbeckh

 · 30.08.2020

New engine, big front wheel: The Husqvarna MCPhoto: Adrian Kaether
New engine, big front wheel: The Husqvarna MC
Husqvarna's entire 2021 E-MTB range features the brand new Shimano EP8. We show what else has changed on the popular Husqvarna bikes. From the hardtail to the 180-millimetre freerider.

Within a very short space of time, the young e-mountainbike division of the traditional brand Husqvarna has carved out a firm place for itself in the E-MTB market. The visual concept: Husqvarna openly displays the motor instead of hiding it as discreetly as possible. This will not change in 2021 - although the smaller and more compact EP8 drive from Shimano will be used across the board on all full-suspension bikes. All information about the Shimano EP8 can be found in this article. In addition to the engine update, there are changes to the details. On the whole, however, Husqvarna is sticking to its concept from 2020.

Even though the EP8 has become significantly smaller and more compact: Husqvarna remains true to its line and proudly displays the engine.Photo: Adrian Kaether Even though the EP8 has become significantly smaller and more compact: Husqvarna remains true to its line and proudly displays the engine. The EP8 dipslay only differs visually from its predecessor, the E8000, on very close inspection.Photo: Adrian Kaether The EP8 dipslay only differs visually from its predecessor, the E8000, on very close inspection. The new EP8 lever with its recesses is designed to give the rider more feedback and control.Photo: Adrian Kaether The new EP8 lever with its recesses is designed to give the rider more feedback and control.

Husqvarna Mountain Cross 2020

The top seller of the Husqvarna e-MTBs is the fully all-rounder Mountain Cross - and this is where the biggest changes have been made compared to its predecessor. Instead of 27.5 inches, the bike now rolls into the shops with a large front wheel. The wheel mix (29er front, 27.5 rear) is intended to combine the best of both worlds. According to our test impression from EMTB 1/2020 the large front wheel should be good for the bike. The slightly higher front could make the geometry even more balanced. And the rollover behaviour of the large front wheel will also generate more safety in demanding terrain.

Large front wheel, new engine, new colours, new equipment: these are the changes to the Husqvarna Mountain Cross for the coming season. The top model MC7 costs 6799 euros.Photo: Adrian Kaether Large front wheel, new engine, new colours, new equipment: these are the changes to the Husqvarna Mountain Cross for the coming season. The top model MC7 costs 6799 euros. The on/off button sits elegantly in the top tube. Off you go at the touch of a button!Photo: Adrian Kaether The on/off button sits elegantly in the top tube. Off you go at the touch of a button!
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Attention to detail: the lever for operating the rear axle disappears inside while driving and can be unscrewed if necessary. A smart update to the 2021 models.Photo: Adrian Kaether Attention to detail: the lever for operating the rear axle disappears inside while driving and can be unscrewed if necessary. A smart update to the 2021 models. The speed sensor is safely and discreetly hidden in the dropout.Photo: Adrian Kaether The speed sensor is safely and discreetly hidden in the dropout. The locking mechanism for the battery cover is a little fiddly. Hidden underneath is the tried and tested 630 watt-hour battery from the Simplo brand.Photo: Adrian Kaether The locking mechanism for the battery cover is a little fiddly. Hidden underneath is the tried and tested 630 watt-hour battery from the Simplo brand.

Husqvarna Mountain Cross: Models and prices

The top model Husqvarna MC 7 is available for 6799 euros. Below this are the three lower-priced equipment variants MC 4 to MC 6. new EP8 motorThe entry-level model MC 4 is the only one that has to make do with a 500-cell battery. Cost point: 4399 euros.

Fox Factory suspension, Shimano XT and the combination of Simplo battery with 630 Wh and Shimano EP8: The Husqvarna MC 7 costs 6799 euros.Photo: Adrian Kaether Fox Factory suspension, Shimano XT and the combination of Simplo battery with 630 Wh and Shimano EP8: The Husqvarna MC 7 costs 6799 euros.
The Fox 36 Factory Grip2 works on the top model - elegant and with a wide range of compression and rebound damping adjustment options.Photo: Adrian Kaether The Fox 36 Factory Grip2 works on the top model - elegant and with a wide range of compression and rebound damping adjustment options. With its 150 millimetres of travel, the Mountain Cross is the tamest E-MTB fully in the range. This probably also explains the cautious choice of tyres. A Maxxis Rekon tyre offers only moderate grip and traction in tougher terrain.Photo: Adrian Kaether With its 150 millimetres of travel, the Mountain Cross is the tamest E-MTB fully in the range. This probably also explains the cautious choice of tyres. A Maxxis Rekon tyre offers only moderate grip and traction in tougher terrain.

From downhill to hardtail: the Husqvarna E-MTBs 2021

As with the current season, the 2021 models are Light Cross (hardtail), Mountain Cross (150 mm), Hard Cross (180 mm) and the Extreme Cross (200 mm) e-freerider with double bridge fork. The motors and other equipment are new for 2021.

The Husqvarna EXC has a whopping 200 millimetres of suspension travel and rolls on 27.5 inch wheels. Two models for 5699 and 7899 euros respectively. The picture shows the top model Extreme Cross 10, both powered by the EP8 and a 630 battery.Photo: Husqvarna The Husqvarna EXC has a whopping 200 millimetres of suspension travel and rolls on 27.5 inch wheels. Two models for 5699 and 7899 euros respectively. The picture shows the top model Extreme Cross 10, both powered by the EP8 and a 630 battery.
The Hardcross is the E-Enduro in the Schweinfurt line-up. 180 millimetres of suspension travel, 27.5 inches. The top model (pictured) Hardcross 9 costs 7499 euros, with three models below starting at 4799 euros. All come with EP8 and 630 battery.Photo: Husqvarna The Hardcross is the E-Enduro in the Schweinfurt line-up. 180 millimetres of suspension travel, 27.5 inches. The top model (pictured) Hardcross 9 costs 7499 euros, with three models below starting at 4799 euros. All come with EP8 and 630 battery. The Husqvarna Light Cross 6 hardtail comes with Shimano E8000 and an integrated battery with 630 watt hours for 3899 euros. The LC 3 with E7000 and external 500 watt battery is available for 3199 euros.Photo: Husqvarna The Husqvarna Light Cross 6 hardtail comes with Shimano E8000 and an integrated battery with 630 watt hours for 3899 euros. The LC 3 with E7000 and external 500 watt battery is available for 3199 euros.
Florentin Vesenbeckh

Florentin Vesenbeckh has been on a mountain bike since he was ten years old. Even on his very first tour, he focussed on single trails - and even after more than 30 years in the saddle of an MTB, these are still the quintessence of biking for him. He spent his youth competing in various bike disciplines and later his cycling career was characterised by years as a riding technique coach. Professionally, the experienced test editor now focusses on e-mountainbikes. In recent years, the qualified sports scientist and trained journalist has tested over 300 bikes and more than 40 different motor systems in the laboratory and in practice.

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