Liv Embolden E+ 2 Electric Bike 2020
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 130mm
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Travel Rear 120mm
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Fork SunTour XCR 34
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Groupset Deore
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Suspension Full
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Motor Giant 250W 80Nm mid-drive
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Battery Giant EnergyPak Smart 400, 36V 11.3Ah integrated Lithium-Ion
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Drivetrain 1 × 10
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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 aluminum, 120mm FlexPoint suspension system
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCR 34 Air LO-R, 130mm travel, tapered steerer, Lockout, Quick-Loc thru-axle
Rear Shock
RockShox Monarch R, High Volume, 184x44mm, custom tuned
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore, 10-Speed, Shadow+
Front Derailleur
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Shift Levers
Shimano Deore
Cassette
Shimano HG500-10, 11-42T, 10-Speed
Crank
Forged Alloy minimal Q-factor, 36T Steel Direct Mount ring (XS/S:160, M/L:165)
Bottom Bracket
N/A
Chain
KMC e.10 Sport, e-bike optimized
Pedals
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Wheels
Front Hub
Giant eTracker Boost, Sealed Cartridge bearing, IS 6-bolt, [F] 110x15 [R] 141x9mm Quick-Release, e-bike optimized
Rear Hub
Giant eTracker Boost, Sealed Cartridge bearing, IS 6-bolt, [F] 110x15 [R] 141x9mm Quick-Release, e-bike optimized
Rims
Giant AM 27.5+, Tubeless ready, 35mm inner width, e-bike optimized
Spokes
Stainless Steel
Tires
Maxxis Rekon 27.5x2.6", Exo protect, Tubeless Ready
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro HD-M745 Orion, 4-piston, hydraulic disc, 203mm
Brake Levers
Tektro HD-M745 Orion
Cockpit
Stem
Giant Contact
Handlebar
Giant Connect TR Riser
Seat
Saddle
Liv Contact upright
Seatpost
Giant 30.9mm, 2-bolt Micro Adjustable, Forged Aluminium
Motor & Battery
Motor
Giant SyncDrive Sport, 70Nm, 350% tuneable support with automatic smart support
Battery
Giant EnergyPak Smart 400, 36V 11.3Ah integrated Lithium-Ion
Remote
Giant RideControl ONE, remote button
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.5 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.43 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 335 mm | 335 mm | 335 mm |
| Front Center | 683 mm | 698 mm | 714 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 103.3 mm | 103.3 mm | 103.3 mm |
| Stack | 589 mm | 589 mm | 599 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 | 462 mm | 462 mm | 462 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1144 mm | 1159 mm | 1175 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 20 mm | 20 mm | 20 mm |
| Standover Height | 707 mm | 725 mm | 753 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 151 cm | 160 cm | 166 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 164 cm | 172 cm | 179 cm |
About this model
Embolden E+ 2 Electric Bike belongs to the Liv E Embolden model. There are 21 e-bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Liv E Embolden e-bikes models from 2020, here.
Model range prices
Liv Embolden E+ 2 2020 is the cheapest e-bike model and costs 2892$. Liv Embolden E+ 1 Electric Bike 2020 is the most expensive one and costs 4013$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Trail e-bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Trail e-bike is 3365$. However, you could also get a good Trail e-bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To sum up, when you purchase your e-bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 3648$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Embolden E+ 2 Electric Bike price is 8.41% more expensive than the average cost of a Trail e-bike.
Average weight for Trail e-bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Trail e-bike is 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.
Weighing 25.52 kg (56.26 lbs), the Embolden E+ 2 Electric Bike model is a bit heavier than average. In conclusion, the average Trail e-bike weighs 7.68% less than Embolden E+ 2 Electric Bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the SunTour XCR 34 model. The travel on this model is 130mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this e-bike has the RockShox Monarch R model, with a travel of 120mm. Rear shocks improve riding comfort and give you greater control over all terrains. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Liv Embolden E+ 2 Electric Bike 2020, has a 27.5″ aluminum model. 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
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Embolden E+ 2 Electric Bike comes with 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
Embolden E+ 2 Electric Bike comes in 3 sizes, that range from 151 cm – 179 cm (4.95 ft – 5.87 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.
