ROCKRIDER 29″ Full Suspension Electric Mountain Bike E-Expl 520 S 2023
2023 E-bike
Estimate price |
4,013$
Weight | 24.3 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Travel Rear 140mm -
Fork X-Fusion MCQUEEN
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Groupset microSHIFT Advent X -
Suspension Full -
Motor Brose 70Nm 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 × 10 -
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
X-Fusion McQueen R fork Travel: 140 mm Dampers: 34 mm Axle: Thru axle Format: 110 x 15 mm Offset: 46 mm Technology: Roughcut Air Adjustments: Bounce, air pressure X-Fusion PRO R shock Dimensions: 210 x 55 mm Mount: Standard
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Microshift ADVENT X
Shift Levers
Microshift ADVENT X
Cassette
Microshift ADVENT X Series H 11-48 10-speed
Crank
34 teeth with chain guide
Chain
KMC e10S
Pedals
Rockrider Flat Evo Resin
Wheels
Rims
Rockrider 29” 30c wheels 29" size compatible with fat tyres: up to 2.6" Internal width between hooks: 30 mm 32 spokes Format: BOOST Discs: 6 holes Freewheel hub: HG Sealed bearings Tubeless Ready, with a sealed rim strip (requires TUBELESS tyres, Presta valves, and tyre sealant)
Tires
Rockrider Grip 500 29" x 2.4" Tubeless ready Bead: soft Carcass: 60 TPI 1 ply Sidewalls: Skinwall with puncture-resistant side strip Tread: Dual lug
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro M276 hydraulic disc brakes Number of pistons: 2 Front disc: 203 mm Rear disc: 203 mm 6-bolt mount
Cockpit
Headset
ZS 44/28.6 - 56/40
Seat
Saddle
Decathlon Core 60°
Seatpost
Telescoping
Motor & Battery
Motor
BROSE DRIVE T Aluminium motor Mid-drive position 70 Nm torque Torque sensor Max assistance: 320% 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 520 S completes the Rockrider E Full Suspension model. There are 2 e-bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2023, by clicking on this link.
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
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Trail e-bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Trail e-bike that is reliable is 3365$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Trail e-bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the e-bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 3648$. In conclusion, this e-bike price is 8.41% higher than the price of the average Trail e-bike.
Average weight for Trail e-bikes
Trail e-bikes weigh an average of 23.7 kg (52.25 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
slightly heavier than average, 29″ Full Suspension Electric Mountain Bike E-Expl 520 S has a weight of 24.3 kg (53.57 lbs). To sum up, it’s 2.53% heavier than the average weight of Trail e-bikes.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the X-Fusion MCQUEEN model. The travel on this model is 140mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels
The 29″ Full Suspension Electric Mountain Bike E-Expl 520 S 2023 e-bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The 29″ Full Suspension Electric Mountain Bike E-Expl 520 S comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.