Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Fork Suntour XCR Air
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Groupset Deore -
Suspension Hardtail -
Motor Bafang 250W 95Nm mid-drive -
Battery 630Wh / 36V / 17.5Ah -
Drivetrain 1 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
MD
160cm - 176cm
LG
174cm - 186cm
XL
184cm - 205cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
ALU 6061, rear travel 135 mm, M (17"), L (19"), XL (21")
Suspension Fork
Suntour XCR34, AIR, LOR, DS, 140mm, boost™ 15x110axle
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore RD-M5120
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore SL-M4100/10sp.
Crank
Bafang 38T, 170mm
Chain
KMC X10e 126L
Pedals
VPE-537
Wheels
Rear Hub
Shimano MT400 boost / 32H
Rims
WTB ST i29 TCS 2.0 29" 32H
Tires
WTB Trail Boss 29x2.4" Comp
Brakes
Brakes
ZOOM HB875/CL180
Cockpit
Stem
CTM ASM03 45 mm
Handlebar
CTM rise bar, 31.8dia, 760mm
Headset
NECO H156
Seat
Saddle
CTM FLAT
Seatpost
EXA Form KSP900 (M-125mm/L,XL-150mm)
Motor & Battery
Motor
BAFANG M500 / 250W / 95Nm
Battery
630Wh / 36V / 17.5Ah
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.39 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.28 mm |
| Front Center | 758 mm | 778 mm | 798 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Stack | 636 mm | 636 mm | 636 mm |
| Reach | 456 mm | 476 mm | 496 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 613 mm | 633 mm | 653 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76 ° | 76 ° | 76 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 440 mm | 483 mm | 533 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 125 mm | 125 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 476 mm | 476 mm | 476 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1231 mm | 1251 mm | 1271 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 160 cm | 174 cm | 184 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 176 cm | 186 cm | 205 cm |
Model Overview
AREON is a Ctm E Areon model. There are 6 e-bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2022, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
CTM AREON 2022 is the most affordable e-bike of this model and has a price of 2972$. On the other hand, CTM AREON XPERT 2022, is the most expensive and costs 3184$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Trail e-bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Trail e-bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 3365$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail e-bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the e-bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
This e-bike was released in 2022 and its price was 2972$. If we compare this with the average Trail e-bike cost we notice that the price is 13.22% lower.
AREON components
Fork
The Suntour XCR Air is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 140mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels
The AREON 2022 e-bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, 29″ wheels will make your e-bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The AREON comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
There are 3 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 160 cm – 205 cm (5.25 ft – 6.73 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.
Dropper post
CTM AREON comes with a dropper post. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.