Liv Embolden E+ 1 Electric Bike 2021
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 27.5" / 29"
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Travel Front 130mm
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Travel Rear 120mm
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Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset SX Eagle, Giant
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Suspension Full
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Motor Giant 250W 80Nm mid-drive
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Battery Giant EnergyPak Smart 625, 36V Integrated Lithium-Ion
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Drivetrain 1 × 12
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
XS
151cm - 164cm
SM
160cm - 172cm
MD
166cm - 179cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
ALUXX SL-Grade Aluminium, 120mm FlexPoint Suspension System
Suspension Fork
RockShox Recon Silver RL, 130mm travel, Lockout, 110x15mm Boost, Maxle Stealth, e-MTB optimized
Rear Shock
RockShox Monarch RT, High Volume, 184x44mm, custom tuned
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM SX Eagle 12-speed
Front Derailleur
Giant Custom Chain Guide
Shift Levers
SRAM SX Eagle 12-speed
Cassette
SRAM PG-1210, 11-50T, 12-Speed
Crank
SRAM X-Sync Eagle 38T 104BCD chainring, Forged Alloy minimal Q-factor, 38T Steel Direct Mount ring (XS/S:160, M:165)
Bottom Bracket
N/A
Chain
KMC e.12 Turbo, EcoProteq, e-bike optimized
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
Giant eTracker Sport, [F] 15mm Thru-Axle [R] 141mm QR
Rear Hub
Giant eTracker Sport, [F] 15mm Thru-Axle [R] 141mm QR
Rims
Giant XCT 29 Tubeless Ready 25mm e-bike optimized
Spokes
Stainless Steel
Tires
Maxxis Rekon 29x2.4/ 27.5x2.4 Foldable, 60TPI, EXO, Tubeless Ready (XS-S: 27.5", M: 29")
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT420, 4-piston, hydraulic disc, 203mm
Brake Levers
Shimano MT401
Cockpit
Stem
Giant Contact
Handlebar
Giant Connect TR Riser 31.8x750~780mm (XS: 750 / S-M: 780)
Seat
Saddle
Liv Contact Upright
Seatpost
Giant Contact Switch, dropper, 30,9mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
Giant SyncDrive Sport
Battery
Giant EnergyPak Smart 625, 36V Integrated Lithium-Ion
Remote
Giant RideControl Plus
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.51 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.43 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 335 mm | 354 mm | 354 mm |
| Front Center | 683 mm | 698 mm | 714 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 103.5 mm | 103.5 mm | 103.5 mm |
| Stack | 591 mm | 591 mm | 600 mm |
| Reach | 392 mm | 407 mm | 419 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 562 mm | 577 mm | 592 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 406 mm | 445 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67.5 ° | 67.5 ° | 67.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 472 mm | 472 mm | 472 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1154 mm | 1169 mm | 1185 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 20 mm | 20 mm | 20 mm |
| Standover Height | 707 mm | 735 mm | 762 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 151 cm | 160 cm | 166 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 164 cm | 172 cm | 179 cm |
Model Overview
Embolden E+ 1 Electric Bike completes the Liv E Embolden model. 21 e-bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2021 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Liv Embolden E+ 2 Electric Bike 2021 has a starting price of 4034$. Liv Embolden E+ 1 Electric Bike 2021 on the other hand is the most expensive at 4650$.
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.
Trail e-bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Trail e-bike that is reliable is 3365$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Trail e-bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your e-bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2021 for 4650$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Embolden E+ 1 Electric Bike price is 38.19% higher than the average cost of a Trail e-bike.
Embolden E+ 1 Electric Bike components
Fork
The RockShox Recon Silver RL is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 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
The Embolden E+ 1 Electric Bike has a rear shock with a travel of 120mm. The model RockShox Monarch RT is the one installed in this e-bike. 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, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels
The wheels on Embolden E+ 1 Electric Bike are the 27.5″ aluminum type. These wheels will provide you with more control over the e-bike. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Liv Embolden E+ 1 Electric Bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
There are 3 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 151 cm – 179 cm (4.95 ft – 5.87 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.
Dropper post
Liv Embolden E+ 1 Electric Bike includes a dropper post. If used correctly, a dropper post gives you more faith, maneuverability, and greater control over your bike.
