Cannondale Moterra NEO 2 2019
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 27.5"
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Travel Front 140mm
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Travel Rear 130mm
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Fork RockShox Revelation RC
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Groupset NX Eagle
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Suspension Full
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Motor Bosch 250W 75Nm mid-drive
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Battery Bosch PowerTube 500Wh
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Drivetrain 1 × 12
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Moterra NEO, 130mm, 27+, SmartForm C1 Alloy, Si motor mount, carbon link, tapered headtube, 157x12mm thru-axle, alloy skid plate
Suspension Fork
RockShox Revelation RC, 140mm, DebonAir, 15x110, tapered steerer, 46mm offest
Rear Shock
RockShox Deluxe R, 130mm, DebonAir
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX Eagle
Shift Levers
SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed
Cassette
SRAM PG-1230, NX Eagle, 11-50, 12-speed
Crank
Cannondale EC3 160mm, w/ Ai offset ring, 15t
Bottom Bracket
Cannondale AI, 83mm, press-fit
Chain
SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed
Pedals
Not Included
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula DC-51131 15x110 front, DHG-157 12x157 rear
Rear Hub
Formula DC-51131 15x110 front, DHG-157 12x157 rear
Rims
WTB ST i29 TCS 2.0, tubeless ready
Spokes
DT Swiss Champion
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF 27.5 x 2.6", 3C Compound, EXO puncture protection, tubeless ready
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT520 hydro disc, 203/180mm RT66 rotors
Brake Levers
Shimano MT520 hydro disc
Cockpit
Stem
Cannondale C3, 3D Forged 6061 Alloy, 1-1/8", 31.8, 0°
Handlebar
Cannondale C3 Riser, 6061 Alloy, 15mm rise, 8° sweep, 4° rise, 780mm
Grips
Cannondale Locking Grips
Headset
Integrated, 1-1/8 to 1.5", sealed angular contact bearings
Seat
Saddle
Fabric Scoop Radius Elite, cro-mo rails
Seatpost
Cannondale DownLow Dropper Post, internal routing, 31.6, 100mm (S), 125mm (M), 150mm (L-XL)
Motor & Battery
Motor
Bosch Performance CX 250W
Battery
Bosch PowerTube 500Wh
Remote
Bosch Purion
Charger
Bosch 4A
About this model
Moterra NEO 2 completes the Cannondale E Moterra model. There are 55 e-bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2019, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Cannondale Moterra NEO 2 2019 is the most affordable e-bike of this model and has a price of 5250$. On the other hand, Cannondale Moterra NEO 1 2019, is the most expensive and costs 6300$.
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.
Average price for Trail e-bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Trail e-bike is 3365$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Trail e-bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check e-bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
When Cannondale released this model in 2019, its price was 5250$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Moterra NEO 2 price is 56.02% more expensive than the average cost of a Trail e-bike.
Overview of components
Fork
Cannondale Moterra NEO 2 2019 e-bike is equipped with the RockShox Revelation RC fork, and has 140mm travel. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
Cannondale Moterra NEO 2 e-bike has the RockShox Deluxe R model installed, and has a travel of 130mm. 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
The wheels on Moterra NEO 2 are the 27.5″ aluminum type. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Moterra NEO 2 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
This e-bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In conclusion, double-check its size to make sure it’s a good fit for you.
Dropper post
Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.
