ROCKRIDER Women’s Electric Mountain Bike e-ST 500 27.5″ 2020
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category
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Wheels 27.5"
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Suspension Rigid
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Motor 42Nm hub-drive
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Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Wheels
Tires
So you feel safe on any terrain and for traction adapted to your motor, the E-ST500 mountain bike is equipped with Hutchinson 27.5" x 2.4 tyres (TAIPAN). Our test riders particularly liked these tyres for their grip on the ground. Mounted on wide rims, these tyres ensure grip, traction, and comfort on all terrain and in any weather conditions.
Brakes
Brakes
No matter the conditions you ride in, (dry, muddy, wet), the Hayes MX5 cable-operated disc brakes on the front and rear provide powerful, progressive braking. Oversized 180mm diameter discs provide even more power. The Tektro aluminium brake levers are easy to grip, lightweight, and precise.
Motor & Battery
Motor
The motor on the rear wheel was co-developed with VISION for mountain biking:, - a torque of 42Nm to overcome your first slopes, - a wheel axle of 150x12mm to stand up to rough terrain, - watertight bearings to withstand environmental conditions which can sometimes be tough. What if you get a puncture? 8 Mm Allen key a needed to unscrew the wheel nuts. This tool is available in our 900 multi-purpose tool/bike multi-tool.
Model Overview
Women’s Electric Mountain Bike e-ST 500 27.5″ completes the Rockrider E Mountain model. ROCKRIDER launched 19 e-bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2020, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
ROCKRIDER Women’s 27.5″ Electric Mountain Bike E-ST100 2020 is the cheapest e-bike model and costs 1033$. ROCKRIDER Women’s Electric Mountain Bike E-ST900 27.5″ 2020 is the most expensive one and costs 2188$.
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.
Crosscountry e-bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry e-bike is 2453$. However, you could also get a good Crosscountry e-bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In conclusion, always check e-bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
This e-bike was released in 2020 and its price was 1337$. Comparing this to the average Crosscountry e-bike price, we see that the price is 83.47% lower.
Crosscountry e-bikes average weight
Crosscountry e-bikes weigh an average of 23.21 kg (51.17 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
With a weight of 22.4 kg (49.38 lbs), ROCKRIDER e-bike is slightly lighter than average. To sum up, it’s 3.62% lighter than the average weight of Crosscountry e-bikes.
Overview of components
Wheels
The Women’s Electric Mountain Bike e-ST 500 27.5″ 2020 e-bike is equipped with 27.5″ wheels when leaving the factory. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This e-bike has Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.
Sizes
This e-bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.
