Orbea Rise M-LTD (2023)

Orbea Rise M-LTD - Lightweight trail fully that sets the standard among e-fullys

When only the best is good enough for you, that's where an e-fully like Orbea's Rise M-LTD comes in. This trailfully not only supports you using the latest drive technology, but its carbon frame is also equipped with exquisite components: gears and brakes come from Shimano's top group XTR, you won't find anything better in the market leader's portfolio. Other highlights include carbon wheels, a carbon handlebar and the Kashima-coated Fox Factory telescopic seatpost. From the renowned manufacturer Fox Racingshox also comes the 140 mm chassis with 34 Float Performance fork and Float DPS Factory shock. The Orbea Rise series is the forerunner of a new fully generation, which does not rely on ever larger batteries. Rather, it's about being economical with energy and using power more efficiently. In addition, the strategy opens up an opportunity to build lighter e-bikes, which in turn bring back a sportier riding style and a more natural riding feel. Because that's what many e-bikers want. And the Rise meets precisely these criteria. Thanks to consistent lightweight construction, a Rise weighs around 20 kilos depending on the type, and the models with carbon frames even less. This makes it almost as agile and playful as a bike without electric drive. Ideal conditions for the intended range of use between all-mountain, enduro and trail bike.

Shimano EP8 motor with Orbea RS tuning

With the EP series, Shimano has brought one of the best e-bike motors on the market. With the help of the Orbea RS firmware, the unit can manage the energy even better. The software limits the maximum torque to 60 Nm. Sporty e-bikers don't need more! The compact motor weighs just three kilos. The battery has an output of 360 watt hours and, thanks to its extremely slim design, could be integrated almost invisibly in the down tube. If necessary, the reserves can be increased by another 250 watt hours with an optional extender battery. In keeping with the lightweight concept, the drive is only controlled via a rocker switch near the brake lever. For more extensive control options, the system can be connected to a smartphone or watch via Bluetooth.

Orbea - High-quality bicycles from Spain

Founded as early as 1840, at that time still as a weapons forge, Orbea has been one of the most important traditional manufacturers of bicycles in Spain since the 1930s. Based in the bike-crazy Basque country, the company's philosophy has always been to be close to the sport. Fans know the legendary atmosphere on the roads when the Tour de France makes a detour to the Spanish Pyrenees. Numerous professional teams in MTB and road cycling rely on the quality of the bikes from the Basque Country.