Readers' choice 2023: In what is now a good Velomotion tradition, our annual readers' choice took place again in the past few weeks. You, our readers, voted for the most exciting and popular bikes in a total of 17 categories. The results are always extremely exciting for us in the editorial team and also pointers to which bikes, manufacturers and categories we should take a close look at. A few evergreens have prevailed in the E-MTBs 2023, but one or the other outsider can also be found in the lists.
The Velomotion readers' choice took place between December 15, 2022 and January 15, 2023. You have selected your favorites from a total of 17 bike categories. Over 12.000 votes were received this year - thanks to every single participant! After evaluating all the results, we don't want to keep you in suspense any longer and present you with the top 3 of all categories.
Here you will find an overview of all categories and their respective winners:
[blog specific=“170127″]E-MTBs 2023: These are the top 3 in the fully high-end category
An E-MTB for racing? The Sonic EVO AM team literally throws superlatives around: Limited Bosch CX Race motor, carbon frame, XX1 Eagle AXS gears, snappy TRP DH-R EVO brakes and a RockShox Ultimate chassis make racer hearts beat faster. The fact that the Sonic can do more than just racing is shown by the integrated rear lights, MonkeyLink interfaces, the 45 degree battery removal...
Price: 10999 Euro
With the new Lumen eRide, Scott is launching a contender for the weight crown: its top version is said to weigh just 15,5 kg. In addition to the light carbon frame with integrated damper, the main reason for this is the TQ HPR50 motor with 50 Nm torque. The slim down tube houses a 360 Wh battery – if you want more, you can retrofit a range extender.
Price: 15999 Euro
Full hut? Full hut! The Trance X Advanced E+ in its top version has everything you could hope for from a high-end E-MTB 2022. Lightweight carbon frame? Check! Electronic Fox Live Valve suspension? Check! Wireless Sram AXS circuit? Check! Oh yes: The bike equipped with the current SyncDrive Pro2 drive is of course a lot of fun!
Price: € 12.799
E-MTBs 2023: These are the top 3 in the fully mid-range category
Also in 2023 there will be no way around the Cube Stereo Hybrid 140 in the Trailmotion version if you are looking for a well-equipped and versatile Bosch E-MTB at a fair price. Strong package of components, carbon frame, modern geometry - what more could you ask for?
Price: € 5.799
With the Sonic Evo EN-SL 1, Bulls 2023 brings a high-end bike at an affordable price. Despite the powerful EP8 motor and 750 Wh battery, the 160mm bike only weighs around 22 kg. The equipment is also big and not messy: For example, the new Shimano XT Di2 gear system is on board.
Price: € 6.699
Maximum comfort - that is the focus for the Strike eRide from Scott - not only on tours, the 140 mm chassis can also show its strengths on the trail. Speaking of strength: the Bosch CX motor never lacks this. Nice: As a Contessa variant, the bike is also available as a specific women's variant.
Price: 4999 Euro
E-MTBs 2023: These are the top 3 in the hardtail category
The machine for everyday use and occasional off-road trips: The Macina Team XL comes with an upright seating position and great features for the price. There's no lack of powder either - the Bosch Performance CX motor with a 750 Wh battery provides plenty of boost for many kilometers.
A power pack for everyday use and trail adventures: The Reaction Hybrid SLX 75 is a power pack with a Bosh Performance CX motor and 750 Wh battery. A Shimano XT rear derailleur and the Fox suspension fork make the e-bike very interesting in terms of price-performance ratio!
The Turbo Tero 4.0 comes with an in-house motor and 710 Wh battery. So it is well equipped for everyday life and various trail adventures. The geometry promises relaxed sitting and good uphill properties. An ideal e-bike for occasional cyclists?