head Durango Joy 2023

2023 E-bike
E-bike

Bike details

Overview

Key information split into simple groups.

Bike summary

  • Frame Aluminum
  • Wheels 29"
  • Travel Front 150mm
  • Travel Rear 150mm
  • Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
  • Groupset Deore, Shimano
  • Suspension Full
  • Motor Shimano 250W 60Nm mid-drive
  • Battery BMZ V10, 725Wh
  • Drivetrain 1 × 11
  • Brakes Mechanical Disc

Parts list

Components

Main components, grouped by system.

Bike components

Frame

Frame

New alloy heat-treated frame with 150mm of travel, integrated battery

Suspension Fork

Rock Shox Recon Silver RL, 150mm TPR

Rear Shock

Rock Shox Select R trunion, 185x55mm

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur

Shimano Deore, RDM5120 11 speed

Shift Levers

Shimano Deore, SLM 5100 1×11

Crank

Shimano FCE8000, 34/175mm

Chain

KMC, X11e

Chain Guide

Shimano STEPS SM-CDE70,

Pedals

Wellgo, M272T DU

Wheels

Front Hub

HBC Pro, 15x110mm

Rear Hub

HBC Pro, 12x148mm

Rims

ERX, 29” 32h

Tires

Schwalbe Nobby Nic, 29×2.6?

Brakes

Brakes

Clarks M4, 180/180

Cockpit

Stem

HBC Pro, R-Film 50-70/31.8mm

Handlebar

HBC Pro, R-Film 760/31.8mm

Headset

FSA, No.57

Seat

Saddle

HBC Pro, VL-3381

Seatpost

Kind Shock ETENi, 385/30.9mm – travel 100mm

Motor & Battery

Motor

Shimano E7000, Torque 60 Nm

Battery

BMZ V10, 725Wh

Model Overview

Durango Joy completes the Head E Durango model. HEAD launched 9 e-bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2023, by clicking on this link.

Safety

Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.

Enduro e-bikes average price

Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Enduro e-bike is 4785$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Enduro e-bike. In conclusion, always check e-bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.

Overview of components

Fork

This e-bike has the RockShox Recon Silver RL fork installed. The fork’s travel is 150mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.

Rear Shock

HEAD Durango Joy e-bike has the Rock Shox Select R trunion model installed, and has a travel of 150mm. Bike rear shocks are a great way to increase comfort on the bike and give you more control when riding on technical trails. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.

Wheels size

When it comes to wheels, the Durango Joy e-bike is equipped with the 29″ aluminum model. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.

Brakes

Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This e-bike has Mechanical Disc brakes. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.

Sizes

This e-bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.

Dropper post

The HEAD model is also equipped with a dropper post. A dropper post is a must-have these days if you’re riding anything remotely technical. The main benefit of a dropper post is increased safety while riding. As mentioned above, the lever system allows you to quickly move the saddle out of the way when approaching descents or trail obstacles.