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The Motobecane eAdventure is a hardtail electric adventure bike built around Shimano's STEPS E5000 mid-drive motor, the lightest unit in Shimano's line at about 5.5 lbs. Power comes through the drivetrain rather than a hub, so it feels like pedaling with stronger legs, with torque assist in trail mode and a boost for steep climbs. The frame is hydroformed aluminum, paired with a RockShox Recon TK 100mm fork with lockout, Shimano hydraulic disc brakes on 180mm rotors, and 700x50c Maxxis Rambler tires on tubeless-compatible WTB rims. Riders report long days in the saddle and magazine tests single out the brand for value against pricier mid-drive rivals.
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Lowest price we've seen: $1,699.00 on Nov 8 at Bikesdirect.com. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 8.
Owners and magazine testers praise the Shimano STEPS mid-drive for natural, torque-based power and the bike's value against costlier e-adventure models. One rider reports riding over 1,800 miles in a summer and now keeping pace with a faster partner on climbs.
The Motobecane eAdventure is an electric bike powered by the Shimano STEPS mid-drive system. Range is up to 100 miles.
The frame is 6061 hydroformed butted aluminum. The RockShox Recon TK fork has 100mm of travel and a lockout. Its blades are magnesium and its stanchions are steel. Shimano hydraulic disc brakes with 180mm rotors handle stopping.
Maxxis Rambler 700x50c tires are mounted on WTB ST i23 TCS tubeless-compatible rims. The saddle is a WTB Rocket COMP with a PU leather cover. Sizing is approximate and the final choice is a matter of personal preference. Between sizes, size down for more crotch clearance.
