Husqvarna Light Cross LC5 2023
2023 E-bike
Estimate price |
7,328$
Weight | 23.8 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 130mm -
Travel Rear 120mm -
Fork RockShox 35 Gold RL
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Groupset GX Eagle, SRAM -
Suspension Full -
Motor Shimano 250W 85Nm mid-drive -
Battery Core S3+, 720 Wh, 36 V -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
29/27.5", Carbon/Aluminium 6061, Integrated battery, Boost, New HQV Carbon, 120 mm
Suspension Fork
RockShox 35 Gold RL, DebonAir, Air, 130 mm, tapered
Rear Shock
RockShox Deluxe Select+, Air, 190x45 mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle, 12-S
Shift Levers
SRAM GX Eagle, Single Click
Cassette
SRAM PG-1230, 11-50 T
Crank
SRAM X-Sync Eagle, 34 T
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle
Chain Guide
Husqvarna CGU
Pedals
Husqvarna, aluminum
Wheels
Rims
Front: Rim: Ryde Disc30, With eyelets, Tubeless ready / Hub: Husqvarna DA210F, 6-hole, 15x110 mm, thru axle, Rear: Rim: Ryde Disc30, With eyelets, Tubeless ready / Hub: Husqvarna DA210R, 6-hole, 12x148 mm, thru axle
Tires
Maxxis Rekon, 62-622, 29x2.4, Tubeless ready
Brakes
Brakes
Front: SRAM G2 R, 4-piston, Hydraulic disc brake, Rear: SRAM G2 R, 4-piston, Hydraulic disc brake
Cockpit
Stem
Husqvarna 35, 0 °, Ahead
Handlebar
Husqvarna Riser 35 mm, 780 mm, Sweep: 9 °, Rise: 20 mm
Grips
Husqvarna MTB, Lock-on grips
Headset
Acros ICR, blocklock, ZS56/ZS56
Seat
Saddle
Husqvarna MTB
Seatpost
Husqvarna Pro, 31.6 mm, Dropper post
Motor & Battery
Motor
Shimano EP8, DU-EP801, 250 W, 85 Nm
Battery
Core S3+, 720 Wh, 36 V
Charger
Charger S, 4 A
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.43 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.27 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 332 mm | 332 mm | 332 mm | 332 mm |
| Front Center | 730 mm | 764 mm | 795 mm | 826 mm |
| Rake | 38 mm | 36 mm | 37 mm | 37 mm |
| Trail | 117 mm | 115 mm | 114 mm | 114 mm |
| Stack | 600 mm | 616 mm | 629 mm | 643 mm |
| Reach | 421 mm | 456 mm | 481 mm | 506 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 555 mm | 586 mm | 618 mm | 644 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 78.6 ° | 78.3 ° | 78.2 ° | 78 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 410 mm | 435 mm | 460 mm | 485 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 130 mm | 115 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 438 mm | 438 mm | 438 mm | 438 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1167 mm | 1201 mm | 1232 mm | 1263 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 23 mm | 23 mm | 23 mm | 23 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
Light Cross LC5 is part of the Husqvarna E Light model. Husqvarna released 15 e-bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Husqvarna E Light e-bikes models from 2023, here.
Model range prices
Husqvarna Light Cross LC1 2023 is the cheapest e-bike model and costs 4764$. Husqvarna Light Cross LC6 2023 is the most expensive one and costs 7305$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Trail e-bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Trail e-bike is 3365$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail e-bike. To sum up, when you purchase your e-bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 6670$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Light Cross LC5 price is 98.22% more expensive than the average cost of a Trail e-bike.
Trail e-bikes average weight
Trail e-bikes weigh an average of 23.7 kg (52.25 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Husqvarna Light Cross LC5 it’s weighing 23.8 kg (52.47 lbs). At this weight, is slightly heavier than average. In other words, this model is 0.42% heavier than the average Trail e-bike.
Overview of components
Fork
Husqvarna Light Cross LC5 2023 e-bike is equipped with the RockShox 35 Gold RL fork, and has 130mm travel. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
Husqvarna Light Cross LC5 e-bike has the RockShox Deluxe Select+ model installed, and has a travel of 120mm. 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 size
When leaving the production line, the Light Cross LC5 model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. These wheels will provide you with more control over the e-bike. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Light Cross LC5 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.
Sizes
Light Cross LC5 comes in 4 sizes, that range from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
Dropper post
The Husqvarna model is also equipped with a dropper post. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.