Downhill fun is the top priority, but you still want an e-MTB with full power? Lightweight and yet with plenty of downhill potential? In addition to the usual tips from Specialized's Levo to Rocky Mountain's Instinct, Santa Cruz Heckler and Canyon Spectral:On, one name should definitely not be missing: The 4060 Z from the still young Swiss brand Scor.
The fun-oriented subsidiary of traditional manufacturer BMC only made its debut in 2021 and hit the bull's eye with the 4060 Z. Extremely strong suspension, good range, low weight and some of the shortest chainstays on the market. Plus a price that is at least not completely out of reach compared to classic high-end brands. In EMTB 1/22, the Scor was awarded the "Tip Trail" for the 4060 Z ST.
Trail or Enduro: Scor 4060 Z LT & ST
Scor offers the 4060 Z e-bike platform in two versions. The LT for Long Travel comes as an enduro bike with a 170 millimetre fork and 160 millimetres of travel at the rear. Those who like it a little more direct can opt for the Short Travel Bike, or ST for short, with a 150 mm fork and 140 mm rear travel. The special features, especially of the "small" model: a fat 38 mm fork and puncture-proof double-down tyres at the rear straight from the factory. This means that the trail bike is not extremely lightweight, but also cuts a strong figure in enduro terrain with a committed riding style.
Update to Shimano EP801: The motor system on the Scor 4060 Z
Scor is now giving the 4060 Z a long-overdue update for 2024. The frame remains untouched, but the colours and equipment are new. The centrepiece of the update is the latest Shimano EP801 motor. With 600 watts instead of 500 watts as with the EP8, the new motor has a higher peak output and almost closes the gap to the Bosch CX, but at less than 2.7 kilograms it is still the lightest power motor on the market.
When it comes to the battery, Scor remains faithful to the Darfon system with 726 watt hours. A good decision, as the ratio of range to weight is still excellent with this battery. The classic removal of the battery from the front of the frame is an exception in a positive sense for bikes in this weight class. The familiar, discreet remote, the sporty EM800 display and the Shimano app, in which up to 15 speed levels can be activated, round off the motor system.
For handling fans: the geometry of the Scor 4060 Z
As with its predecessor, the proven and therefore unchanged geometry of the Scor models is aimed at fans of playful trail action. At 435 millimetres, the chainstays are shorter than on almost any other e-bike with a 29-inch rear wheel, while the steering angle of 64.5 degrees ensures a smooth ride on downhills, with still fairly neutral handling. The Scor is therefore an E-MTB for particularly active riders who like to pull their bike into bunny hops or manuals and cuts a fine figure in fast cornering. Of course, the ST model is designed to be a little more manageable, while the LT prioritises smoothness.
Sram instead of Shimano: Equipment, models & prices Scor 4060 Z 2024
In addition to the new motor, the equipment on the Scor bikes has also been updated. Instead of Shimano, Scor now relies on Sram for brakes and drivetrain, but surprisingly not yet on the new Sram Eagle Transmission. Probably a price issue.
Scor 4060 Z GX - 8999 Euro
The more expensive ST and LT GX come with mechanical GX twelve-speed drivetrain and Code RSC brakes, Bikeyoke dropper and Fox Factory suspension as well as H1900 wheels from DT Swiss. Unfortunately, at 8999 euros, the price is somewhat less attractive than its predecessor.
- Frame: Carbon
- Motor: Shimano EP801
- Battery: 726 Wh
- Suspension fork/shock: Fox 38 Factory Grip 2 / Float X Factory
- Suspension travel: 170 / 160 mm (LT), 150 / 140 mm (ST)
- Gear system: Sram GX Eagle 12-speed (mechanical)
- Brakes: Sram Code RSC
- Wheels: DT Swiss H1900 Spline
- Tyres (f/h): Maxxis Assegai Exo+ / Maxxis Dissector DD
Scor 4060 Z NX - 7499 Euro
The ST and LT NX models with the eponymous entry-level Sram NX Eagle groupset, Code R brakes, X-Fusion dropper post and Rockshox Select suspension (Zeb and Superdeluxe) are slightly cheaper. According to the RRP, these bikes cost 7499 euros. Measured against this, the equipment is rather mediocre compared to the market, but the proven riding characteristics could still secure the Scors a firm place among trail-orientated full-power bikes with guaranteed fun.
- Frame: Carbon
- Motor: Shimano EP801
- Battery: 726 Wh
- Suspension fork/shock: Rockshox Zeb Select / Super Deluxe Select
- Suspension travel: 170 / 160 mm (LT), 150 / 140 mm (ST)
- Gear system: Sram NX Eagle 12-speed
- Brakes: Sram Code R
- Wheels: XDH 130 (Scor)
- Tyres (f/h): Maxxis Assegai Exo+ / Maxxis Dissector DD
Adrian Kaether
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