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Look Who Is Getting Into the Used E-Bike Market

Their goal is to get more people on bikes

 Press release from USA Cycling: Upway Becomes Official Partner of USA Cycling Upway signs two-year deal with USA Cycling, becoming the go-to marketplace for members looking to buy and sell certified refurbished electric…
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Is Overnight eMTB Charging Safe?

What riders should know about charging eMTB batteries safely.

Ask MBA answers whether it’s safe to leave an eMTB charging overnight and explains the best practices for protecting battery life and safety.
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An Open Letter to the Bicycle Industry

By Hans Rey To the leaders, builders, advocates, and riders who shape our industry, I’m writing because I care deeply about where bicycles—and electric bicycles—are headed. We are at a crossroads. The decisions we make about language,…
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Liv Introduces the All-New Embolden E+ Series

An integrated trail e-MTB platform combining refined E+ system performance and e-optimized suspension 

Purpose-built to support women as they move beyond beginner routes and into true singletrack, the Embolden E+ combines increased suspension travel, refined geometry, and intuitive electric assistance to make trail riding more…
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Tinker Juarez Wins the Keyesville Classic

The historic race has been taking place since 1988.

The event was granted "Classic" status in 1995 by the National Off-Road Bicycle Association (NORBA), making it one of the few events in the U.S. to receive this title.
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63 Miles, 18,000 Feet of Climbing—and Still Smiling

Haibike athlete Tom Oehler rides 15 alpine summits in 14 hours, setting a new eMTB world record with 18,209 feet of climbing in Davos.

Fifteen peaks, 63 miles and one unforgettable day—Tom Oehler redefines what’s possible on an eMTB in the Swiss Alps.
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The Specialized Levo 4 Changes Everything Again

With a new gear-driven 3.1 motor, modular battery system, SWAT storage, and highly adjustable geometry, the fourth-generation Levo is a complete rethink of the full-power eMTB.

The Specialized Turbo Levo 4 Comp Alloy gets an all-new gear-driven motor, modular battery options, on-bike system tuning, and refined suspension performance. It’s heavier on the scale but lighter on the trail—and one of the most advanced…
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eMTB Power Numbers Are Climbing — But Are the Rules?

As electric mountain bike motors push past 1,200 watts, the regulations meant to govern them are looking increasingly outdated

Electric mountain bike motors are getting dramatically more powerful, with some new systems cranking out 1,200 watts and 120 Nm of torque. But what are the actual power limits for eMTBs? The answer is surprisingly unclear. We break down the…
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Why This New eMTB Has Everyone Talking

DJI’s first electric mountain bike pairs extreme power with low weight, raising questions about performance, responsibility, and the future of eMTB design.

DJI enters the eMTB market with the Amflow PL, pairing a powerful Avinox motor with a lightweight carbon chassis in a bike that challenges expectations.
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Video: Is This the Future of eMTBs? | Amflow PL Carbon Pro Review

120 Nm of torque, 1,000w of power, and it weighs 45.5 pounds

Amflow's PL Carbon Pro hits the scales at just 45.5 pounds and its Avinox motor is capable of up to 120 Nm of torque and up to 1,000 Watts of power. In this video review, we give our thoughts on the bike and motors performance, and what we…
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MBA’s Five Most-Clicked Bike Reviews of 2025: Number One

A bold new direction: Bosch power, Horst-link suspension, and Santa Cruz ride quality come together in the all-new Vala.

Santa Cruz breaks with tradition in a big way. The Vala is the brand’s first eMTB to feature a Horst link suspension design, paired with Bosch’s fifth-generation Performance Line CX motor and a 600Wh battery. With 150mm of rear travel,…
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Yeti MTe Review: Lightweight eMTB Done the Yeti Way

A deep dive into Yeti’s lightweight eMTB, from the TQ HPR 60 motor to Sixfinity suspension and trail performance.

The Yeti MTe marks the brand’s long-awaited entry into the lightweight eMTB category. Powered by the TQ HPR 60 drive unit and wrapped in Yeti’s Sixfinity suspension platform, the MTe blends quiet assistance, modern geometry, and…
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Timp Peak 2.0 Review: Ari’s Most Capable Enduro eMTB Yet

Ari’s redesigned enduro eMTB brings adjustable geometry, Bosch CX performance, and long-travel confidence to riders who want maximum capability on rugged terrain.

Ari’s Timp Peak 2.0 is a fully modern enduro eMTB built around Bosch’s Performance Line CX system, 170mm of travel, adjustable geometry and chainstays, and battery options for any riding style. We put it through brutal climbs, chunky…
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Trek Rail+ Gen 5 Review: More Travel, Bigger Battery, Smarter Bosch Power

Trek updates its mid-travel, full-power eMTB with increased adjustability, refined suspension feel and Bosch’s latest Performance Line CX drive system.

The new Trek Rail+ Gen 5 steps forward with increased travel, Bosch’s updated Performance Line CX drive unit, a larger 800Wh battery option and adjustable geometry. Positioned as Trek’s everyday full-power eMTB, the Rail+ delivers confident…
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Video: Christian Rigal Pushes Limits on the Turbo Levo 4 in ‘Long Story Short’

The celebrated rider and builder showcases his creative approach to freeride and trail riding aboard the all-new Specialized Turbo Levo 4.

Christian Rigal’s “Long Story Short” is a high-energy blend of creativity and craftsmanship. From backyard jumps to urban features and flowing singletrack, Rigal puts the new Turbo Levo 4 to the test—showing what it means to live the…
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Giant Launches Reign Advanced E+ With 48-Volt SyncDrive Pro 3 and 840Wh Range

Giant’s all-new Reign Advanced E+ combines a lightweight composite frame, 48-volt SyncDrive Pro 3 motor, and 170mm Maestro suspension to deliver unmatched performance on rugged descents and technical trails.

Giant’s latest Reign Advanced E+ is a complete redesign of its top-tier enduro E-MTB. Featuring a powerful new 48-volt SyncDrive Pro 3 motor, a modular EnergyPak 560 battery system, and the most refined Maestro suspension yet, it’s…
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Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay SL Firmware Update Adds 27% More Power

Firmware upgrade pushes the Instinct Powerplay SL’s Dyname S4 Lite motor to 700W peak power and 75Nm torque without sacrificing its lightweight handling.

Rocky Mountain’s Instinct Powerplay SL just got a serious boost. A new firmware update increases torque and peak power by 27%, pushing the Dyname S4 Lite motor to 75Nm and 700 watts. Tested on Vancouver’s legendary North Shore trails, the…
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The E-MTB Cross-Country Races at the World Championships

Gold for Anna Spielmann and Jérôme Gilloux in E-MTB Cross-Country at the World Championships

Thursday, September 4, 2025, Aletsch Arena/Bellwald: On the sixth day of the 2025 UCI Mountain Bike World Championships in Valais, Switzerland, the Aletsch Arena/Bellwald provided the perfect setting for the E-MTB Cross-Country…
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2026 Pivot Shuttle AM Review: More Power, Less Weight, Same All-Mountain Fun

Pivot refines its popular all-mountain eMTB with Bosch’s new CX-R motor, lighter weight, and updated builds that balance power, range, and agility.

Pivot Cycles has refreshed the Shuttle AM with Bosch’s new Gen 5 Performance Line CX and CX-R motors, an 800Wh battery, and updated build kits. The latest version is 1.5 pounds lighter, delivers up to 750 watts of peak power, and introduces…
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Santa Cruz Unveils Limited-Edition Bullit Podium with Fox’s Inverted Fork

Limited-edition Bullit Podium pairs Santa Cruz’s proven big-mountain eMTB with Fox’s new inverted fork, Bosch CX power, and a premium, race-ready build.

The Santa Cruz Bullit Podium is a limited-edition big-mountain eMTB featuring Fox’s new inverted Podium fork, Bosch Performance Line CX motor, a 600Wh battery with 250Wh range extender, and color-matched SRAM Maven brakes. Built for…
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Fuel and Fuel+: Trek’s Next-Gen Trail Bikes Offer Custom Geometry and Big Upgrades

New Fuel and Fuel+ platforms deliver versatile trail performance with adjustable geometry, new build options, and an upgraded TQ HPR60 motor for the Fuel+ e-MTB.

Trek launches the all-new Fuel and Fuel+ platforms with rider-tailored EX, MX, and LX builds. The Fuel+ e-MTB now features TQ’s powerful new HPR60 motor, a bigger 580Wh battery, and expanded customization through Trek’s Project One MTB…
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