Montague M-E1 2020
2020 E-bike
Estimate price |
3,599$
Weight | 25.03 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 63mm -
Fork SunTour NEX
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Groupset Deore, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Motor Shimano 250W 60Nm mid-drive -
Battery Weight: 5.6 lbs (2.54 kg), Brand: Shimano STePS BT-E8014, 18650 Cells, Voltage: 36 volts, Amp Hours: 11.6 ah, Watt Hours: 417.6 wh, Chemistry: Lithium-ion -
Drivetrain 1 × 10 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Custom Draw 6061 Hydroformed Aluminum Alloy
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour NEX Spring Suspension, 63mm Travel, Hydraulic Lockout, Preload Adjust (Under Cap on Left Crown), 28mm Steel Stanchions, 100mm Hub Spacing, 9mm Axle with Quick Release Skewer
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore Triggers on Right (Two-Way High Lever, Three-Shift Low Lever)
Cassette
10 Speed 1x10 Shimano Deore Long Cage Derailleur, 11-32 Tooth Cassette
Crank
Shimano FC-E6100, Aluminum Alloy, 170mm Length, SM-CRE61 44 Tooth Steel Chainring with Plastic Chain Cover, Shimano Hollowtech II Bottom Bracket, Hollow Spindle
Pedals
VP, Plastic Folding (Pull Inner Loop to Unlock)
Wheels
Rims
Aluminum Alloy, Double Wall, 100mm Outer Width, 80mm Depth, 32 Hole
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 14 Gauge Front 13 Gauge Rear, Black with Nipples
Tires
Schwalbe 50km Energizer Plus, 8" x 1.75" 700c x 47mm (47-622)
Cockpit
Stem
Patent Pending Folding Design, Aluminum Alloy, 120mm Length, 30mm Base Spacing, 31.8mm Clamp Diameter
Handlebar
Aluminum Alloy, High-Rise, 600mm Length, ~150mm Rise, ~80mm Backsweep
Grips
Ergonomic, Rubber, Non-Locking
Headset
Integrated, Sealed Cartridge, Straight 1-1/8"
Seat
Saddle
Montague Branded Velo, Active
Seatpost
Aluminum Alloy, Two-Bolt Clamp
Motor & Battery
Motor
Weight: 6.35 lbs (2.88 kg), Brand: Shimano E6100, Type: Mid-Mounted Geared Motor, Nominal Output: 250 watts, Peak Output: 500 watts, Torque: 60 Newton meters
Battery
Weight: 5.6 lbs (2.54 kg), Brand: Shimano STePS BT-E8014, 18650 Cells, Voltage: 36 volts, Amp Hours: 11.6 ah, Watt Hours: 417.6 wh, Chemistry: Lithium-ion
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 81cm |
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| Wheels | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 120 cm |
About this model
M-E1 belongs to the Montague E M E1 model. Montague launched 2 e-bikes of this model so far.
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.
Commuter e-bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Commuter e-bike that is reliable is 2569$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Commuter e-bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal e-bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
When Montague released this model in 2020, its price was 3599$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that M-E1 price is 40.09% more expensive than the average cost of a Commuter e-bike.
Average weight for Commuter e-bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Commuter e-bike is 25.2 kg (55.56 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Weighing 25.03 kg (55.18 lbs), the M-E1 model is slightly lighter than average. In other words, this model is 0.68% lighter than the average Commuter e-bike.
M-E1 components
Fork
The M-E1 comes factory-installed with the SunTour NEX fork. This has a travel range of 63mm. 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.
Fork material
The fork is made out of steel, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the M-E1 model has 700c aluminum wheels. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The M-E1 has Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.