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Product news: Top 10: The Best Hardtail E-MTBs of 2019?

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E-Performance: Drive comfortably and quickly on forest roads and forest paths and explore the landscape at the same time. E-mountain bike hardtails are the right choice for this type of pleasure cyclist. Since the introduction of electronic support on bicycles, this segment has also (further) developed enormously and has a lot in the program again for the 2019 product year. We've put together a list of eMTB hardtails for you, but are these the ones that are among the best?

 

Top E-MTBs of 2019: Bulls SIX50 Evo 4


KIOX system, full Bosch power, fully integrated battery power and great equipment make the SIX50 EVO 4 a driving experience that inspires off-road fans again and again. The 500 Wh integrated battery, in combination with the Bosch Performance Line CX, ensures sufficient range and driving pleasure. In addition, the Bulls SIX50 EVO4 is the only bike on our list with the Bosch KIOX operating system.

Price: € 4.199


Equipment

Loom: Aluminium
Drive: BOSCH Performance Line CX
Battery power: 500 Wh
suspension fork: FOX Float 34 Rhythm Air Boost, 120mm
Tire: Schwalbe Rocket Ron Snake Skin 27,5+ x 2,8
brakes: Magura MT5/MT4


Go to website: Bulls Six50 EVO 4

Top E-MTBs 2019: Conway eMS 629


The Flitzer forest and forest path, the Conway eMS 629 convinces above all with its price, but the equipment does not suffer as a result. A Rock Shox suspension fork with 100mm of travel ensures sufficient comfort in nature and with the Bosch Performance Line CX with a 500 Wh battery there are enough reserves for enduring tours on board.

Price: € 2.799


Equipment

Loom: Aluminium
Drive: BOSCH Performance Line CX
Battery power: 500 Wh
suspension fork: Rock Shox Recon RL, 100mm
Tire: Schwalbe Nobby Nix 29x2,35
brakes: Shimano BR MT400


To the website: Conway eMS 629

Top E-MTBs of 2019: Flyer Uproc2 2.10


Driving stability, comfort and propulsion are the main characteristics of the Uproc2. The extremely stiff aluminum frame, the comfortable geometry with a low standover height and stable 29-inch wheels offer safety and control. A Manitou fork with 120 mm travel, the powerful Panasonic GX0 motor and the large 630 Wh battery enable adventures off the beaten track.

Price: € 2.999


Equipment

Loom: Aluminium
Drive: Panasonic 36V GX0
Battery power: 630 Wh
suspension fork: Manitou Markhor, 120mm
Tire: Schwalbe Nobby Nic 29x2,25
brakes: Shimano Deore M6000


To the website: Flyer Uproc 2.10

Top E-MTBs of 2019: Giant Fathom E+ 1 Pro


Together with Yamaha, Giant optimized its e-bike drive and named it SyncDrive Pro. With its 500 Wh battery, you can easily go anywhere. The brand new Giant Fathom E+ Pro is based on a trail-friendly geometry. Built for varied terrain from easy cross-country laps to challenging technical singletrack. The frame is optimally matched to the 120 mm suspension fork. With the help of the Giant e-bike app you can use additional functions such as navigation and track health or fitness data.

Price: € 3.499


Equipment

Loom: Aluminium
Drive: Giant Syncdrive Pro powered by Yamaha
Battery power: 496 Wh
suspension fork: Rock Shox Revelation RL, 120mm
Tire: Maxxis Forekaster Exo Protection 27,5+ x 2,6
brakes: Shimano MT500


Visit website: Giant Fathom E+ Pro

Top E-MTBs of 2019: Hercules Nos Sport 1


20-speed derailleur, Brose Drive S mid-engine and huge 650 Wh battery power. The Hercules Nos Sport 1 is a real endurance athlete. Together with the 120mm travel of the Rock Shox Judy suspension fork, it's made for long tours in the Alps.

Price: € 3.399


Equipment

Loom: Aluminium
Drive: Brose Drive S
Battery power: 650 Wh
suspension fork: RockShox Judy Silver, 120mm
Tire: Schwalbe Smart Sam 27,5+ x 2,6
brakes: Shimano M395


Go to website: Hercules Nos Sport 1

Top E-MTBs of 2019: KTM Macina Scout 271


At first glance exotic, but absolutely justified in our list. The KTM Macina Scout 271 is particularly noticeable because of the very low entry, but this brings with it absolute comfort when getting on and off. The touring athlete is driven by a Bosch Performance Line CX drive. 100mm spring travel reserves on the front wheel provide the necessary comfort.

Price: € 3.099


Equipment

Loom: Aluminium
Drive: BOSCH Performance Line CX
Battery power: 500 Wh
suspension fork: SR Suntour XCR 34, 80mm
Tire: Schwalbe Smart Sam 27,5x2,25
brakes: Tektro HD-M745


Go to website: KTM Macina Scout 271

Top E-MTBs of 2019: Marin Nail Trail E1


The Marin Nail Trail E1 brings absolute sportiness with the Shimano Steps 8000 drive and a 500 Wh battery. A Rock Shox suspension fork with 140mm travel provides the necessary reserves on tricky descents and a Marin Two Bolt telescopic seat post guarantees legroom.

Price: € 3.399


Equipment

Loom: Aluminium
Drive: Shimano Steps E8000
Battery power: 500 Wh
suspension fork: Rock Shox Recon RL, 140mm
Tire: Schwalbe Nobby Nic 27,5+ x 2,8
brakes: Shimano BR MT 201


Visit website: Marin Nail Trail E1

Top E-MTBs of 2019: Rose Elec Tec 2


Here comes the trail rocker on electricity, here comes the ELEC TEC! The integrated Continental drive is hidden in a high-quality frame made of 7005 aluminum. The bike wants to be a trail bike and so it was given a Rock Shox Yari RC suspension fork with 130 mm travel and the fork offers enough space to ride 29″ or 27,5″+ wheels. And an integrated Rock Shox Reverb stealth dropper post provides ample freedom.

Price: € 3.999


Equipment

Loom: Aluminium
Drive: Shelf
Battery power: 600 Wh
suspension fork: Rock Shox Revelation RL, 130mm
Tire: Schwalbe Nobby Nix Snake Skin 27,5+ x 2,8
brakes: SRAM Guide RE


Visit the website: Rose Elec Tec 2

 

Top E-MTBs of 2019: Technibike Votaro HT


Active tourer with plenty of power. The Continental 90V pushes with up to 36Nm and gives real joy on the climbs. And thanks to its high-quality equipment, the Votaro HT is also ideally equipped for the subsequent downhill trail section. The integration of the more than 600Wh strong battery ensures an attractive overall look and enables a range of over 1400hm.

Price: € 3.999


Equipment

Loom: Aluminium
Drive: Shelf
Battery power: 600 Wh
suspension fork: FOX 34 Float, 120mm
Tire: Continental Mountain King 27,5
brakes: Magura MT5


Visit the website: Technibike Votaro HT

 

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About Andreas Gasslbauer

Andreas Gasslbauer is a passionate Enduro rider and counts the stony and rooty natural trails in the Bavarian Forest among his favorite routes, but a bike park is not left unattended either. Before cycling and the Rock The Hill Festival, Andreas is a full-time project manager in mechanical engineering.