ROCKRIDER 29″ Full Suspension Electric Mountain Bike E-EXPL 500 S 2023
2023 E-bike
Estimate price |
3,344$
Weight | 26.1 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 130mm -
Travel Rear 140mm -
Fork X-Fusion
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Groupset microSHIFT Acolyte -
Suspension Full -
Motor Brose 50Nm mid-drive -
Battery Battery fully integrated into the frame with side outlet for easy gripping. Capacity: 500 Wh With their smart management (BMS), Decathlon lithium-ion batteries have a long life (over 500 full charging cycles). Compatible with a 360 Wh battery extension, sold separately (up to 44 additional km, at a low gradient) -
Drivetrain 1 × 8 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
6061 aluminium suspended frame Single pivot with tie rod Max rear travel 140 mm Fully built-in battery, removes from the side Conical steering socket 31.6 mm diameter seat tube Mount for 1 bottle cage
Suspension Fork
Suntour XCM 130 fork Travel: 130 mm Dampers: 34 mm Axle: Thru axle Format : 110 x 15 mm Offset: 51 mm Technology: Coil with preload adjustment Adjustments: preload X-Fusion O2 shock dimensions: 210x50 mm mount: Standard
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Microshift Acolyte 34 T chainring with chain guide Microshift Acolyte 8-speed rear derailleur Crank: 170 mm Microshift Acolyte right shifter with speed indicator Microshift Acolyte 8-sprocket 12 to 42 T cassette KMC E8S chain
Crank
170 mm
Pedals
Rockrider Flat Evo Resin
Wheels
Rims
29" Rockrider wheels Size 29" compatible with wide tyres: up to 2.6" 25 mm (width between brackets), 32 spokes Format: Boost Discs: 6-hole Cassette body: HG Tubeless Ready, equipped with a watertight rim base (requires Tubeless tyres, special Presta valves and puncture-proof liquid)
Tires
Rockrider Grip 100 29" x 2.4" Tube Type (not compatible with Tubeless) Bead: soft Carcass: 60 TPI 1 ply Sidewalls: Skinwall Tread: single rubber
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro M276 hydraulic disc brakes Number of pistons: 2 Front disc: 180 mm Rear disc: 180 mm 6-bolt mounting
Cockpit
Headset
ZS 44/28.6 - 56/40
Seat
Seatpost
Fixed
Motor & Battery
Motor
Brose Drive C Aluminium motor Mid-drive position 50 Nm torque Torque sensor Max assistance: 280% In accordance with EU regulations, the electrical assistance cuts out above 25 km/h
Battery
Battery fully integrated into the frame with side outlet for easy gripping. Capacity: 500 Wh With their smart management (BMS), Decathlon lithium-ion batteries have a long life (over 500 full charging cycles). Compatible with a 360 Wh battery extension, sold separately (up to 44 additional km, at a low gradient)
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
29″ Full Suspension Electric Mountain Bike E-EXPL 500 S belongs to the Rockrider E Full Suspension model. ROCKRIDER launched 2 e-bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Rockrider E Full Suspension e-bikes models from 2023, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the ROCKRIDER 29″ Full Suspension Electric Mountain Bike E-EXPL 500 S 2023 has a starting price of 3040$. ROCKRIDER 29″ Full Suspension Electric Mountain Bike E-Expl 520 S 2023 on the other hand is the most expensive at 3648$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Trail e-bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Trail e-bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 3365$. However, you could also get a good Trail e-bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To sum up, when you purchase your e-bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
At the moment of the release date, ROCKRIDER 29″ Full Suspension Electric Mountain Bike E-EXPL 500 S price was 3040$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that 29″ Full Suspension Electric Mountain Bike E-EXPL 500 S price is 10.69% smaller than the average cost of a Trail e-bike.
Average weight for Trail e-bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Trail e-bike is 23.7 kg (52.25 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
With a weight of 26.1 kg (57.54 lbs), ROCKRIDER e-bike is considerably heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 10.13% heavier than the average weight of Trail e-bikes.
29″ Full Suspension Electric Mountain Bike E-EXPL 500 S components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the X-Fusion model. The travel on this model is 130mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Rear Shock
Bike rear shocks are a great way to increase comfort on the bike and give you more control when riding on technical trails. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels size
The wheels on 29″ Full Suspension Electric Mountain Bike E-EXPL 500 S are the 29″ aluminum type. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The 29″ Full Suspension Electric Mountain Bike E-EXPL 500 S has Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.